The 6th annual Start Alberta Tech Awards took place in Edmonton on October 11th. The awards recognize 12 individuals and organizations for their success and contributions to Alberta’s innovation ecosystem, and for making a significant impact in the province’s tech sector. Calgary’s WaitWell was recognized as the A100 One to Watch. This award recognizes one […]
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Local Startup Takes Home Top Prize at Second Annual Calgary Fintech Award
Nearly 200 applicants were whittled down down to 12 finalists. After three months of competition and mentorship, four financial technology startups won this year’s Digital Commerce Calgary Fintech Award, with three hailing from the Alberta region. The second-annual award, this year expanded nationwide, recognized DealPoint, Blossom, Propra, and Elev as the top four winners—taking home […]
Platform Calgary and National Bank Partner to Create New Investment Opportunities for Calgary’s Tech Sector
National Bank of Canada and Platform Calgary have announced a new strategic partnership focused on improving the connections between investors and Calgary technology startups. National Bank is committing $380,000 over four years to establish the “National Bank Investor Hub” located at the Platform Innovation Centre. National Bank will also become a core partner of the […]
Mark Your Calendar for Platform Calgary’s Innovation Week and Launch Party
Save the date for Platform Calgary’s Innovation Week from November 15 to November 23, 2023. From robots, drones and augmented reality to advances in agriculture, energy and health and wellness, there are companies in Calgary who are building cool things with technology. Innovation Week showcases the diversity and depth of what’s happening in innovation and technology in […]
Mark Your Calendar for Platform Calgary’s Innovation Week and Apply Now to be Part of Launch Party
Save the date for Platform Calgary’s Innovation Week from November 15 to November 23, 2023 From robots, drones and augmented reality to advances in agriculture, energy and health and wellness, there are companies in Calgary who are building cool things with technology. Innovation Week showcases the diversity and depth of what’s happening in innovation and technology […]
Accelerate Your Tech Startup’s Growth: Join the Alberta Catalyzer Velocity Program for a Power-Packed 8 Weeks
Conceived by a consortium led by Alberta Innovates, the Alberta Scaleup and Growth Accelerator Program represents a coalition of stakeholders including Prairies Economic Development Canada, Edmonton Unlimited, and the City of Calgary’s Opportunity Calgary Investment Fund (OCIF). As the Scaleup program reaches its two-year milestone, a retrospection unveils impactful contribution to the region’s entrepreneurial landscape. The […]
Innovators and Cowboy Boots Unite at Tech Stampede Social
Innovators and cowboy boots – can you think of a better combination? Before you head out for a night on the Midway, two-step your way over to The Pioneer for the inaugural Tech Stampede Social to connect with the Calgary tech ecosystem. Socialize with the tech community while enjoying live music from Calgary-based artist Okay Mann, […]
Calgary’s Startup Ecosystem Climbs Higher in Global Rankings, Placing among Top 60 Emerging Ecosystems
Calgary’s startup ecosystem has moved up a bracket in Startup Genome’s Top 100 Emerging Ecosystems list and now places among the top 60 ecosystems globally. Released during the Next Web Conference in Amsterdam, Startup Genome’s Global Startup Ecosystem Report (GSER) 2023 evaluates the performance and growth of innovation ecosystems around the world. Just five years ago, Calgary wasn’t […]
Empower Your Career: Join the Conversation on Professional Growth in Calgary’s Tech Industry
Careers In Technology and Innovation is hosting a series of events to grow Calgary’s talent pool to keep up with the explosive growth of the local tech industry. For their fourth event, they’re tackling professional growth in the workplace. Did you know that one of the top reasons people quit their jobs is a lack of […]
Exploring Women in Tech, Disrupting Startup Culture, and the Future of Alberta’s Innovation Ecosystem
Avenue’s annual Innovation Event takes place on June 14th at Platform Calgary with innovators, founders, entrepreneurs, and tech enthusiasts invited to take part. This year’s event feature a panel discussion on women in tech and leadership, and sessions on Executive Leadership Through Psychedelics and Disrupting Disruption: How to Restart Startup Culture. The event’s keynote will […]