Foresight Canada is now accepting applications for its fifth annual Foresight 50 program, which spotlights 50 of the country’s most investible cleantech ventures to a global network of investors. The initiative connects Canadian startups tackling environmental and economic challenges with the capital and connections needed to scale their impact. Since its launch in 2021, the Foresight […]
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Calgary Recognized as Emerging Tech Hub in Startup Genome’s 2025 Global Report
Calgary has been named an “Emerging Ecosystem to Watch” in Startup Genome’s 2025 Global Startup Ecosystem Report (GSER), as the city’s tech sector continues to diversify and grow rapidly. According to the report, Calgary’s startup ecosystem is now valued at $6.7 billion, marking a 13% increase since 2023. The city ranks among the Top 30 […]
Energy Meets AI: Calgary Breakfast Gathers Leaders to Shape Alberta’s Digital Future
A select group of senior executives from Alberta’s energy, infrastructure, cloud, and AI sectors will gather at Platform Calgary for the Energy & AI Data Centre Executive Breakfast, a high-level event designed to spark collaboration on the province’s next wave of digital infrastructure. Hosted on the KPMG Pitch Stage during Calgary Stampede week, the breakfast […]
From Calgary to Paris: Local Startups Join VivaTech 2025
Calgary is taking the international stage this week as several of its most promising tech startups head to Paris for Viva Technology (VivaTech), Europe’s largest startup and innovation event. Thanks to the support of Calgary Economic Development, eight Calgary-based companies are representing the city at a global gathering that draws over 150,000 attendees, including leading […]
ZayZoon Launches Perks Marketplace to Boost Employee Financial Wellbeing
Calgary’s ZayZoon is expanding its suite of employee benefits with the launch of its new Perks Marketplace, furthering its mission to strengthen the employer-employee relationship through financial wellness. The company, known for its Earned Wage Access (EWA) platform designed for small and mid-sized businesses, is introducing a redesigned experience that offers employees exclusive savings, financial […]
Moby Raises Capital to Fuel Expansion of Alternative Internet in Alberta and Beyond
Moby is expanding its footprint in Alberta’s telecommunications market, the Canadian company announced this month. The Calgary-based Internet, phone, and cable service provider revealed that it has been quietly raising capital to fuel expansion in the province. The independent Moby is unique in that it does not re-sell internet services from legacy telecom companies such […]
Calgary Fintech Finofo Raises $3.3M to Power Global Payments
Calgary’s fintech momentum continues as Finofo announces a $3.3 million oversubscribed seed funding round to scale its platform for global finance operations. The startup, co-founded by Alberta finance veterans Prateek Sodhi and Charles Maranda, enables mid-market companies to streamline international payments and reduce foreign exchange losses. The funding was led by Watertower Ventures, with support […]
Alberta Premier Praises ‘Significant Boost to Province’s Technological Infrastructure’ from TELUS
TELUS says it is investing more than $13 billion over the next five years to expand and enhance its network infrastructure and operations across Alberta. The Vancouver-based telecommunications titan says the investment is a “commitment to the province’s future” that will help “fuel homegrown innovation and support the prosperity of urban and rural communities.” TELUS […]
Calgary Tech Continues to Lead: Disruptive Digital Innovators Compete at Global Energy Show
The Disruptive Digital Innovator Award at the Global Energy Show Canada celebrates the most innovative and impactful digital technologies in the energy sector. It’s a key category in the awards program central to the annual conference being held in Calgary from June 10 to 12. Open to companies with technologies that are less than five […]
Alberta Caps Data Centre Grid Access Amid AI-Fueled Power Surge
In a decisive move to manage unprecedented electricity demand, the Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) has announced an interim cap on new large load connections to the province’s power grid. This measure comes in response to a surge of 29 proposed data centre projects seeking over 16 gigawatts (GW) of capacity—surpassing the current load of […]