We have already mentioned how an advanced humanoid robot will be both attendee and exhibition at this year’s INVENTURE$, which each May brings together industry leaders, angel investors, and venture capitalists under one roof in Calgary. Last year, with a theme of “Innovation Overdrive,” a record 3,000 participants spurred “our most successful event yet,” according to […]
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Health-Tech Startup BioMimir Graduates from Calgary’s Life Sciences Fellowship
Last year, a medical device company developing biomaterials-based solutions for complex wounds graduated from the 2023 Biomedical Engineering stream of the Creative Destruction Lab program at University of British Columbia’s Sauder School of Business. The Quebec-born BioMimir uses synthetic biomimetics to design biomaterials that are self-adhesive, anti-inflammatory, and anti-fibrotic, with products targeting complex wounds like ulcers, […]
Exploring the Nexus of Humanity and Technology: Dr. Poppy Crum to Keynote at INVENTURE$ 2024
Where does innovation come from? How are new technologies created? Dr. Poppy Crum, an eminent neuroscientist, is coming to INVENTURE$ 2024 to talk about these very things. She will be taking the main stage on Friday May 31, 2024 to deliver a keynote address called the Intersection of Humanity and Technology. “Understanding where innovation comes from […]
Thread Innovations Bringing Carbon Fibre Tech One Step Closer to Commercialization
Regarded as a strategic material in next-generation structure and design, carbon fibre can be significantly stronger than metals such as aluminum and steel, while also offering thermal and conductivity advantages. However, currently most carbon fibre production is neither cost-efficient nor energy-efficient. Last year, we wrote about an Edmonton-based company working toward its vision of unlocking […]
Alberta Armada Sets Sail for SXSW to Highlight Innovation, Foster Growth
Alberta Innovates and its Scaleup Growth and Accelerator Program announced this month that dozens of high-potential regional startups will be attending the iconic annual tech and culture event SXSW in March. Fifty delegates will participate in curated meetings and attend invite-only networking events in an effort to make connections, attract investors, and take in learning […]
David Usher to Ignite Innovation and Creative Thinking at INVENTURE$ in May
We have already mentioned how an advanced humanoid robot will be both attendee and exhibition at this year’s INVENTURE$, which each May brings together industry leaders, angel investors, and venture capitalists under one roof in Calgary. Last year, with a theme of “Innovation Overdrive,” a record 3,000 participants spurred “our most successful event yet,” according to […]
INVENTURE$ 2024 to Host Fireside Chat with Humanoid Robot in Calgary This May
An advanced humanoid robot will be both attendee and exhibition at this year’s INVENTURE$. Each May, INVENTURE$ brings industry leaders, angel investors, and venture capitalists under one roof in Calgary. Last year, with a theme of “Innovation Overdrive,” a record 3,000 participants spurred “our most successful event yet,” according to Laura Kilcrease. Kilcrease, who serves […]
Alberta Supercharges Carbon Fibre Innovation in Canada with $15M Investment
Alberta is investing $15 million across five Western Canadian organizations in order to help boost regional advancements in carbon fibre production technologies. Alberta Innovates and Emissions Reduction Alberta announced this week the funded projects representing Phase III of the region’s Carbon Fibre Grand Challenge. “Carbon Fibre is a significant opportunity for Alberta to diversify our […]
Alberta Innovates Invests $2.5M in Digital Innovation for Clean Energy
Alberta Innovates is injecting $2.5 million through its Digital Innovation in Clean Energy (DICE) program to support digital technology projects in the energy sector. The program aims to reduce emissions while creating value and jobs, with individual projects eligible for up to $250,000 over an 18-month period. The DICE program supports the development of digital […]
Alberta Innovates Presents Scaleup GAP: Entrepreneurs Unplugged
Presented by Alberta Innovates, Scaleup GAP: Entrepreneurs Unplugged is an event celebrating Global Entrepreneurs Month designed for tech startup founders in Alberta. Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur or a scaling startup, this event is your connection to advance your entrepreneurial goals. Discover inspiration, practical insights, and learn about the accelerators in the Alberta Scaleup and […]