Showpass announced this week Brian Arnone as the company’s new chief strategy officer. Bots and resellers are a problem for concert ticket buyers. As a solution, Calgary-based Showpass offers an event ticketing platform designed to enhance the fairness and accessibility of the purchasing process for real fans—whether a community sporting event or large-scale festival. The […]
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10 Homegrown Calgary Startups to Watch in 2025
Calgary’s tech ecosystem is poised for remarkable growth in 2025, building on its recent recognition among the world’s top 50 emerging startup ecosystems. The city’s tech job market has expanded by over 78% in the past five years, outpacing other Canadian cities and establishing Calgary as a significant player in North America’s innovation landscape. This […]
Slew of Calgary Tech Firms Rank Among Canada’s Fastest Growing Companies
Calgary’s Neo Financial claimed top spot in Report on Business magazine’s annual ranking of Canada’s Top Growing Companies for 2024 thanks to three-year revenue growth of 38,000%. It’s the sixth annual edition of the list, which spans all sectors across the whole country to find firms with one thing in common: a “penchant for sustained growth.” And […]
Showpass Opens Calgary Office as Refuge for Wildfire Victims, Offering Free Workspace and Meals
In light of the devastation caused by wildfires in Jasper and the surrounding areas, Showpass is opening their doors for those seeking refuge who are in need of an office space to work in. Their 30,000-square-foot Calgary office, located steps away from Heritage Station and opened earlier this year, offers a fully equipped workspace along with complimentary breakfast and […]
#YYCTechSurge: Celebrating Tech at the Calgary Surge Home Opener
To celebrate the Calgary Surge‘s season opener, Platform Calgary is hosting #YYCTechSurge on May 21st. The collaborative event with the Canada Elite Basketball League (CEBL) basketball team will showcase the innovation, creativity, and vibrancy of Calgary’s tech sector. At the Calgary Surge season opener an entire broadcast-visible section at Scotiabank Saddledome has been reserved for […]
Showpass Unveils Innovative 30,000-Square-Foot Tech Hub in Calgary
Calgary’s Showpass has unveiled a spectacular office facility that rivals the innovation hubs of the largest tech giants. Showpass has come a long way from its humble beginnings in a University of Calgary graduate’s basement. Today, with over 100 dedicated team members, the new 30,000-square-foot HQ was imperative to meet the demands of the growing […]
Two Tech Companies Celebrated at Calgary Small Business Awards
To cap off Small Business Week 2023, the Calgary Chamber of Commerce has announced the winners of the 2023 Calgary Small Business Awards. With over 150 nominations, each of the eight award categories highlights a different theme that embodies what it means to be a small business. These awards showcase the best of the best […]
Edmonton, Calgary Tech Startups Rank Among Canada’s Fastest Growing Firms
The province of Alberta has signalled strength once again with a robust presence in an annual ranking of Canada’s fast-growing companies. The Globe & Mail’s 2023 Ranking Canada’s Fast-Growing Companies lists 11 companies based in Edmonton and 25 companies based in Calgary. “These 425 businesses—with anywhere from three employees to 9,000—represent a vast array of […]
Seven Tech Companies Named Finalists for Small Biz Awards
Calgary’s Small Business Week kicks off this year on October 16 with the marquee Calgary Small Business Awards taking place on October 20. In preparation for the Awards gala, the Calgary Chamber of Commerce has announced the finalists for the 40th annual awards and a handful of tech-related companies have been shortlisted. Last year’s big winner was Goodlawyer as they […]
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, […]