Calgary-based startup WaitWell is transforming the way people wait in line. By enabling customers to join queues through a mobile device or on-site kiosk—and receive real-time text notifications about their wait time—WaitWell is modernizing service delivery and streamlining operations for organizations. The company was recently selected by the state of Nevada to reduce lineups at […]
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PrairiesCan Invests $15.6M to Boost Alberta’s Innovation and Support 1,100 Jobs
The federal government is committed to enabling Alberta’s small- and medium-sized businesses to capitalize on new opportunities and build on the region’s strengths in creating products and services that the world needs. To demonstrate that commitment, Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan) has announced an investment of more than $15.6 million for 16 projects across Alberta […]
Alberta Innovates Invests $13.6 Million Across Province’s Tech Ecosystem
Building on signals of strength with the province’s tech economy, Alberta Innovates this week announced $13.6 million in investment across 19 partners. Through the Alberta Innovates Ecosystem Development Partnerships Program, the organization is investing this new funding to support small and medium-sized technology companies in the region. The Program supports the ecosystem by providing services […]
NBA Makes Significant Investment In Calgary’s StellarAlgo
The National Basketball Association has taken an equity stake in StellarAlgo, the Calgary-based data company that helps professional sports teams better understand and predict the spending habits of fans. In addition to the NBA becoming a “meaningful equity holder,” StellarAlgo announced a multi-year, league-wide strategic partnership that will see them provide all 30 NBA teams […]