Among the decarbonization technology entities playing the field in Alberta is Calgary veteran Acceleware. Founded in 2004, Acceleware deals in seismic imaging software solutions and more recently in Radio Frequency Heating Technology—or as CBC put it, “microwaving the oil out of the ground.” Acceleware’s patented “RF XL” technology is “materially different from any heavy oil […]
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Calgary’s Balance Secures Trust Company Status, Expands Custodial Services Across Canada and the U.S.
Calgary-based digital asset custodian Balance has officially registered its subsidiary, Balance Trust Company, as a special purpose trust under Alberta’s Loan and Trust Corporations Act. This registration, approved by Alberta’s Treasury Board and Finance (ATBF), allows Balance Trust Company to operate as a qualified custodian in both Canada and the United States. With this certification, Balance Trust Company […]
Calgary Startups Shine on Cleantech Group’s ’50 to Watch’ List
The Cleantech Group has revealed its newest Cleantech 50 to Watch list, showcasing companies at the forefront of solving key environmental challenges. This annual list serves as a go-to resource for spotting early-stage ventures poised to disrupt the industry, with Canadian companies making a significant impact this year. Among the featured Canadian innovators are two […]
Calgary Launches Wave Tech Centre to Accelerate Innovation and Enhance City Services
The City of Calgary has officially launched the Wave Tech Centre, a Council-approved initiative designed to foster technological innovation and enhance public services. Supported by Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan) through its Regional Innovation Ecosystems program, the new facility marks a significant milestone in the city’s digital transformation efforts. “Congratulations to The City of Calgary […]
Calgary’s Top 10 Startups to Shine at Innovation Week YYC 2024 Launch Party
Calgary’s thriving tech scene will take center stage on November 21, 2024, as the much-anticipated Launch Party of Innovation Week YYC brings together the city’s most promising tech startups. This year’s event, to be held at Big Four Roadhouse, promises to showcase cutting-edge innovation and groundbreaking ideas from ten trailblazing companies selected by a panel […]
Eight Calgary Innovators Garner PrairiesCan Funding to Bolster Tech, Boost Reach
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 […]
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 […]