This fall, Platform Calgary is rolling out a fresh slate of programs designed to connect aspiring founders, career changers, and investors with Calgary’s growing tech ecosystem. From one-evening workshops to year-long incubators, the lineup offers pathways for every stage of the startup journey. Startup 101 – September 10 For anyone curious about joining a startup […]
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Calgary’s TechJutsu Secures the Future of Phone Verification
Calgary-based startup TechJutsu is taking the frustration out of phone verification with its Software-as-a-Service platform, CallerVerify.com, offering a secure alternative to outdated security questions. Founder and CEO Tracey Nyholt was inspired to create the solution after listening to her elderly father struggle to remember security answers when calling his bank. “I thought: there must be […]
Learn the Basics of Tech Startups with Platform’s Startup 101
If you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, have a business idea, or are simply curious to learn more about tech startups, Platform Calgary’s Startup 101 is for you. The goal of Startup 101 is to get participants comfortable with the language of a startup and an entrepreneurial ecosystem. You’ll walk away better able to navigate the resources available to […]
EnviroApps Modernizes Hazardous Waste and Dangerous Goods Documentation with Digital-First Platform
Calgary-based startup EnviroApps is on a mission to bring hazardous waste and dangerous goods shipping documentation into the digital age. Founded by environmental compliance veteran Amit Bhargava and software developer Mayank Singh, EnviroApps addresses a critical and often-overlooked problem: outdated, paper-based documentation for the Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG). These documents are vital for regulatory […]
Launch Party 2025: Nominations Now Open for Calgary’s Top Startups
Since 2010, Launch Party has been the premier platform for showcasing Calgary’s most promising early-stage tech startups. Each year, ten standout companies are selected to join a high-profile cohort and take centre stage during Calgary Innovation Week. Being part of the Launch Party Top 10 comes with more than just bragging rights. Selected startups gain […]
Get Connected at Startup Grind Calgary’s LinkedIn Powerhouse
Startup Grind Calgary is hosting LinkedIn Powerhouse on July 29th — an evening designed to elevate your personal brand, expand your network, and unlock real LinkedIn strategies at Platform Calgary. Running from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., the in-person event features a fireside chat with Ian MacDonald, Business & Innovation Leader at KPMG Canada, focused on […]
Learn the Basics of Tech Startups with Platform’s Startup 101
If you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, have a business idea, or are simply curious to learn more about tech startups, Platform Calgary’s Startup 101 is for you. The goal of Startup 101 is to get participants comfortable with the language of a startup and an entrepreneurial ecosystem. You’ll walk away better able to navigate the resources available to […]
Calgary Recognized as Emerging Tech Hub in Startup Genome’s 2025 Global Report
Calgary has been named an “Emerging Ecosystem to Watch” in Startup Genome’s 2025 Global Startup Ecosystem Report (GSER), as the city’s tech sector continues to diversify and grow rapidly. According to the report, Calgary’s startup ecosystem is now valued at $6.7 billion, marking a 13% increase since 2023. The city ranks among the Top 30 […]
Microsoft and Reporting Hub Bring AI-Powered Analytics to Calgary Event
Global tech leader Microsoft is partnering with Calgary-based startup Reporting Hub for a special event at Platform Calgary on June 6, exploring how artificial intelligence is transforming business intelligence and analytics. Titled From Hype to Impact: How AI Is Changing Business Intelligence, the session will feature tools like Microsoft Copilot for Power BI and Fabric […]
Calgary Emerges as Canada’s Fastest-Growing Startup Ecosystem in 2025
Calgary is making waves on the global innovation stage, securing its place as Canada’s fastest-growing startup ecosystem in 2025. According to the latest Global Startup Ecosystem Index by StartupBlink, the city climbed 15 spots to rank 92nd worldwide—marking the largest jump among Canada’s top 10 ecosystems. Calgary also overtook Kitchener to become the fifth-ranked startup […]