Calgary is full of fast-growing upstarts. The federal government this week announced that it is supporting some of these Alberta companies through its latest round of financial investment. George Chahal, Member of Parliament for Calgary Skyview, unveiled $13 million in funding for eight local firms. “Calgary has become a hothouse for innovation, attracting talent and […]
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Helcim Simplifies Payments Process for Merchants with Tap to Pay on iPhone
Calgary’s Helcim is on a roll, frequently adding features to its suite of offerings. Following the release of a new gross deposit funding system in September, payment solutions provider Helcim this week unveiled the launch of Tap to Pay on iPhone for customers in North America. The feature allows users to securely accept in-person contactless […]
Wealthsimple Eyes Alberta Talent with Ambitious Hiring Plans Through 2025
Toronto-based fintech giant Wealthsimple has announced a major hiring expansion in Alberta, tapping into the province’s deep pool of talent as it continues its rapid growth. The company, which has already doubled its Alberta workforce in the past year, plans to triple the number of full-time employees in the region by the end of 2025. […]
Calgary Libraries Hit by Cyber Attack After Launch of Tech-Forward Prototype Hub
Calgary’s public libraries suffered a cybersecurity incident in the days following the launch of “Prototype: Skyview,” a new space to support the growing community in the region’s northeast. Skyview launched this month to understand and address local community needs while developing new services that can benefit the Calgary Public Library system. “We are pleased to […]
EnviCore Raises $4.2 Million in Seed Round to Accelerate Sustainable Cement Technology
Calgary’s EnviCore has announced the successful close of its seed funding round, raising $4.2 million to advance its innovative low-carbon technologies for the cement and construction industries. EnviCore specializes in producing sustainable supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) from recycled and natural mineral feedstocks. These SCMs offer a scalable solution for reducing the carbon emissions associated with […]
BluEarth Renewables Teams Up with SenseNet for Wildfire Detection at Tyson Creek
A Vancouver-based company providing wildfire detection solutions is collaborating with a Calgary-based producer of wind, hydro, and solar power. Vancouver’s SenseNet leverages fire detection technology integrating sensors, cameras, and artificial intelligence-powered analysis to provide accurate and early alerts to wildfire threats. Calgary’s BluEarth Renewables is an independent power producer that acquires, develops, builds, owns and […]
Calgary’s OpenHouse Taps A.I. to Bridge Gap Between Builders, Buyers Like Never Before
A technology startup based out of Calgary is offering the latest example of artificial intelligence disrupting the real estate sector. With millions of new homes needed to address Canada’s housing crisis, developers would benefit from tools to optimize planning and improve efficiency—and “AI holds the key,” according to the founders of local startup OpenHouse. Recently, […]
Boast and Platform Calgary Partner to Boost Innovation with New Boast Innovation Labs
R&D and tax credit intelligence platform Boast has announced a partnership with Platform Calgary. Through the partnership, Boast and Platform Calgary will combine their shared expertise to help founders, startups, scaleups, investors, individuals and organizations across the Calgary tech ecosystem maximize their innovation output. The new partnership also marks the opening of the Boast Innovation Labs on site at the Platform […]
Calgary’s atVenu Secures $179 Million Investment to Expand Live Event Platform
Calgary-born atVenu has announced a $179 million (USD $130 million) equity investment from Sixth Street Growth, setting the stage for further expansion into live event markets. Founded in 2012 by Derek Ball, Ben Brannen, and James Seigel, atVenu offers a specialized platform for live events, serving major touring artists, merchandisers, record labels, venue operators, festival […]
Neo Partners with CI Financial to Launch Seamless Wealth and Banking Solutions for Canadians
Calgary’s Neo Financial is partnering with CI Financial to introduce a new suite of everyday deposit and credit products. The partnership will introduce a new range of financial products designed to deliver a seamless, integrated financial experience to clients of CI Financial’s Canadian wealth management businesses, empowering them to easily manage their wealth and everyday financial needs with ease. […]