An Alberta-based lithium development firm took an “important step” toward commercialization this month. Calgary’s E3 Lithium says it will deliver battery-grade lithium carbonate produced from its Demonstration program to multiple parties as part of engagement with targeted offtake and strategic partners. “This milestone marks an important step in E3’s commercial process toward securing long-term offtake […]
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As Hollywood Stretches North, Blue Sky City Gains Momentums for Moviemaking Magic
When we think of places where movies are made, we tend to think of Hollywood. And if not the City of Angels, then most likely New York. In Canada, our mind might drift to Vancouver, once dubbed “Hollywood North.” But a recent list of “The Best Places to Live and Work as a Moviemaker in […]
Helcim Tackles Embedded Payments From Calgary
Calgary-based fintech Helcim has launched a new browser-based product aimed at solving a growing pain point for service businesses using vertical SaaS platforms: high, locked-in payment fees. The company today announced the Helcim Payment Extension, a lightweight browser extension that injects Helcim’s interchange-plus payment processing directly into third-party business software such as Jobber, Clio, and […]
Two Calgary Companies Named to 2026 Global Cleantech 100
Cleantech Group has released its 2026 Global Cleantech 100, recognizing companies around the world positioned to deliver solutions that support a cleaner, more resilient global economy. Among this year’s honourees are two Calgary-based companies, reinforcing the city’s growing role in global energy and industrial decarbonization. Now in its 17th year, the Global Cleantech 100 highlights […]
Blackline Safety Unveils Future-Proofed G8 Device, the ‘Most Connected Wearable’ Yet
Blackline Safety this week announced G8, which the Alberta firm describes as the “most connected wearable” it has ever built. The G8 was designed “from the ground up as a true platform,” according to the Calgary-based company, with the device offering advanced gas detection, lone worker protection, and radio-quality communication within one rugged unit that […]
Tech Talent Tuesdays Returns to Calgary in 2026
Calgary’s tech ecosystem will begin the year with the return of Tech Talent Tuesdays, a free, bi-weekly series focused on strengthening the city’s technology workforce. The January 20th event, Calgary Workforce Advantage Edition, will outline plans for the year ahead while sharing early insights from private industry roundtables held with local tech employers. The series […]
Helcim Founder Nic Beique to Share Startup Wisdom at House 831
Nic Beique, founder and CEO of local payments company Helcim, will be featured in the next talk in the This Way, That Way interview series on January 20th. Organized by Leif Baradoy and hosted at House 831, This Way, That Way spotlights leaders, entrepreneurs and creatives who have forged unique paths in business and innovation. […]
Aerospace Innovation Hub Opens at Calgary Airport
The Aerospace Innovation Hub is now fully operational at the Calgary International Airport, marking a key milestone for Calgary’s aerospace and advanced technology ecosystem. Launched by Innovate Calgary in partnership with the University of Calgary, the hub is designed to help researchers, startups, and industry partners move aerospace innovations from lab to market. A grand […]
Google Opens 2026 Startup Accelerator Applications
Google has opened applications for the 2026 cohort of Google for Startups Accelerator: Canada, a program aimed at helping high-potential Seed to Series A tech companies scale with support from Google and Google Cloud. Startups accepted into the cohort receive access to Google and Google Cloud resources, tailored mentorship, and industry expertise to accelerate product […]
Tech Thursday Kicks Off 2026 With Bold Predictions and Scaling Lessons
Calgary’s startup community is starting 2026 with a double dose of insight as Tech Thursday launches its first two sessions of the year later this month. The series returns on January 22nd with Hot Takes for 2026 Canadian Tech, a no-filter conversation on where the industry is heading. Topics will range from AI and humanoid […]