Calgary will host some of the brightest minds in innovation this May as Inventures 2025 takes over the newly opened BMO Centre at Stampede Park. Over three transformative days, this premier global conference promises to redefine the future by uniting visionaries, investors, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders from around the world. The event offers a dynamic […]
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Ambitious Alberta Blazes Clean-Tech Trail in 2024
Alberta has long been recognized for its significant involvement in the fossil fuel sector, famous for its vast oil sands. Increasingly, the province is also a hotbed for innovation in clean energy, especially hydrogen, as well as wind and solar. This year alone saw many local upstarts advance tech, commercialize product, win awards, and raise […]
Carbon Upcycling Wins Major Recognition in Build Better Innovation Challenge
Calgary’s Carbon Upcycling has been named one of six winners of the prestigious Build Better Innovation Challenge, a program spearheaded by non-profit climate technology investor Elemental Impact. The challenge, supported by global partners Microsoft, Capgemini, and Bouygues, aims to accelerate the adoption of innovative construction materials and processes that reduce emissions and promote sustainability in […]
Edmonton’s Carbeeza Wants to Simplify the Process of Buying Cars in Canada with Help of A.I.
Targeting the automotive marketplace sector, Carbeeza is leveraging artificial intelligence to accurately predict optimal financing scenarios for consumers, allowing them to anonymously browse vehicles they can afford. The Edmonton-born startup “brings the process of buying a car right to the phone,” claiming its platform is “highly beneficial to both consumers and auto dealers.” Trading publicly […]
Residents Return Home After Fatal Gas Explosion, Thanks to Calgary Tech Firm
Nearly two months after a gas leak-induced explosion devastated the community of Cleat Hill, Bedford, UK, some residents are finally returning home. The October 19th blast claimed two lives and forced the evacuation of 50 households, leaving the area on high alert. However, a groundbreaking innovation from Calgary-based Blackline Safety is now offering peace of […]
Canada Reveals $150M Investment Targeting Nine Clean Energy Projects Throughout Alberta
Following the Framework to Build a Green Prairie Economy, Canada this month unveiled more than $150 million in investments targeting clean energy projects across Alberta. The Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program funding was awarded to nine projects this round. These solar, wind, and grid infrastructure projects are expected to displace 760,000 tonnes of harmful […]
Calgary’s Fluid Biomed Secures $27M to Advance Breakthrough Brain Aneurysm Treatment
Fluid Biomed, a clinical-stage medical device company specializing in vascular disease treatments, has announced the successful closure of a USD $27 million Series A equity financing round. The oversubscribed round was co-led by Amplitude Ventures and an undisclosed strategic partner, with additional investment from IAG Capital Partners, LifeArc Ventures, and returning backers ShangBay Capital and […]
Calgary Tech Anchor Absorbs Toronto’s Together on Mission to Foster ‘Culture of Learning’
Calgary-based learning technology company Absorb announced this week the acquisition of Toronto’s Together, which develops mentorship software. Historically, mentoring platforms and learning management systems have been siloed, according to Absorb, which now claims to be “the first learning technology provider to bring mentoring and coaching into its ecosystem with the goal of delivering a truly […]
Two Alberta Firms Garner Government, Industry Investment to Fuel Food Innovation
The Canadian Food Innovation Network this week revealed that it is awarding a total of $500,000 to 11 food-tech projects across Canada. The funding, hailing from CFIN’s Innovation Booster Program, is set to be matched by industry for a total of $1M in investments. The projects span a wide range of innovations, including the digitalization […]
OCIF Invests $709,000 in SAIT Aerospace Lab to Boost Calgary’s Economy
The Opportunity Calgary Investment Fund (OCIF) has announced a three-year investment of up to $709,000 in the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology’s (SAIT) Aerospace Composite Materials Lab (ACML). This initiative aims to strengthen Calgary’s aerospace sector, diversify the local economy, and address critical workforce skill gaps. The funding will enable the ACML to enhance Calgary’s […]