PrePad, a Calgary-based SaaS startup revolutionizing oil and gas drilling and completions cost estimation, has been selected for the Catalyst Program, an initiative by Chevron Technology Ventures (CTV) aimed at accelerating energy sector innovation. The prestigious program opens doors for PrePad, positioning it alongside global energy innovators. The Catalyst Program, launched by CTV in 2017, […]
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Alberta’s Interactive Digital Media Industry Set to Boost Province’s Economy by $169M by 2030
Alberta’s burgeoning Interactive Digital Media (IDM) industry is on track to significantly impact the province’s economy, contributing up to $169 million to Alberta’s GDP by 2030, according to a new study from the Information and Communications Technology Council (ICTC). The IDM sector, which encompasses video games, animation, visual effects, post-production, extended reality, digital models, and […]
Life Sciences Week Showcases Alberta’s Innovation Leadership
Life Sciences Week, Alberta’s premier event spotlighting the life sciences sector, is set to return from September 23 to 27, 2024. With over 60 events and an anticipated 3,000 attendees, this year’s expanded program aims to highlight cutting-edge innovations while positioning Alberta as a global leader in life sciences. The event, supported by Alberta Partners […]
Social Innovation Hub Launches Program at Intersection of Art and Entrepreneurship
Last year, Calgary.tech covered the launch of Innovate Calgary’s Social Innovation Hub. A partnership between the University of Calgary and Innovate Calgary, the Social Innovation Hub has been brewing since 2021. The Hub aims to foster innovation through a range of programs and resources including mentorship, workshops, events, and access to funding. This month, Innovate […]
Zenbase Unveils Canada’s First Rental Reporting API to Boost Credit via Rent Payments
It is estimated that more than three million people aged 18-plus in Canada are “credit invisible,” according to Equifax, one of the largest consumer credit reporting agencies. A higher credit score can result in potentially life-changing benefits for these consumers when applying for credit at pivotal moments such as applying for a mortgage, financing an […]
ZayZoon Partners with Scotiabank to Expand Earned Wage Access in Canada
Calgary’s ZayZoon has announced a strategic partnership with Scotiabank to expand Earned Wage Access (EWA) in the Canadian market. EWA allows employees to access their earned wages before payday with an innovative solution that easily integrates into employers’ payroll systems. This new collaboration will bring EWA to the forefront of employee benefits, offering greater financial […]
Helcim Unveils Gross Deposits Feature to Simplify Finances for Merchants
Helcim continues to be on a roll of adding features to its suite of offerings. The Calgary-born payments company this week introduced a new gross deposit funding system. The feature is designed to provide merchants with a more transparent and streamlined approach to managing their funds, according to a statement from the company. Unlike traditional […]
Focused on A.I., Google Selects Edmonton’s PulseMedica for Startup Accelerator
This summer, Google celebrated the fifth anniversary of the Canadian edition of the Google for Startups Accelerator program. And same as every other year, Google put out a call for Canadian tech startups—this round, with a focus on firms leveraging artificial intelligence. “We were blown away by the quality of the applications we received, and […]
Techstars Startup Weekend Calgary: A 54-Hour Sprint from Strangers to Startup Founders
Over fifty-four hours, strangers will become friends—and founders. October 18th through 20th will see Techstars Startup Weekend descend on Calgary for a collaboration-focused hackathon that promotes teamwork and turning ideas into action. “Whether you are a serial entrepreneur or new to the startup scene, you’ll fit right in as long as you are motivated to build a product […]
AWS Expands Support for Calgary Community with $175,000 in New Micro-Grants
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is continuing its commitment to making Calgary a better place to live by investing another $175,000 CAD through its 2024 AWS InCommunities Calgary Fund. This initiative provides micro-grants ranging from $500 to $10,000 to individuals, local community groups, schools, non-profits, and other organizations in the Calgary area. The goal is to help […]