The construction industry is a major driver of Alberta’s economy, employing thousands of workers across the province and contributing billions in economic activity. Across Canada, this sector needs skilled talent to build the critical infrastructure, affordable housing, and facilities that Canadians use every day. Today, George Chahal, Member of Parliament for Calgary Skyview, on behalf […]
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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 […]
Canada Invests Over $6 Million to Boost Innovation and Job Growth for Small Businesses in Calgary’s Technology Sector
Small and medium-sized companies play a vital role in developing innovative products and services that contribute to a more diverse Prairie economy. The Government of Canada is investing in initiatives that help businesses across key sectors in Alberta to grow and create jobs workers can depend on. Today, George Chahal, Member of Parliament for Calgary […]
SolarSteam and Summit Nanotech Among Finalists for 2023 Alberta Cleantech Awards
The finalists for the 1st annual Alberta Cleantech Awards have been announced. Chosen from over 50 nominations, these companies and organizations reflect the best of Alberta cleantech. The Alberta Cleantech Awards ceremony will be a live event this year with finalists and program partners gathering in Calgary on April 27th. Among the companies nominated in for […]
PrairiesCan Invests $25 Million In 15 Companies to Create 800+ Jobs
The federal government is investing over $25.5 million, through PrairiesCan and the Jobs and Growth Fund, in 15 Calgary and area businesses to scale-up and create new opportunities for job seekers. In total, the initiatives are expected to help support 800+ jobs, and assist businesses to access the talent, technology, and resources they need to […]
MP Chahal Announces Two Projects to Build Capacity of Women Entrepreneurs and Investors in Alberta
Today George Chahal, Member of Parliament for Calgary Skyview, on behalf of the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister for PrairiesCan, announced a federal investment of almost $900,000 for two Calgary-based initiatives focused on growing small businesses through targeted supports for women entrepreneurs and investors. The Calgary Immigrant Women’s Association is receiving $375,630 to launch a new business incubator program for immigrant women […]
Energy Transition Centre Officially Opens For Business
This week the Energy Transition Centre (ETC) welcomed the energy industry, researchers, and investors into their new downtown Calgary space. The centre will support the research and development of new energy technologies while accelerating the commercialization of promising innovations by supporting new startups. This one-of-a-kind initiative nurtures, improves and steers emerging energy transition technologies into […]