A global cybersecurity firm driving the convergence of networking and security announced this week plans today to invest $30 million into Alberta’s technology sector. Silicon Valley headquartered Fortinet, whose cybersecurity portfolio comprises over 50 enterprise-grade products, serves more than half a million customers. With support from Invest Alberta and Calgary Economic Development, as well as […]
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SAIT’s Alternative Construction Technologies Centre: Transforming Alberta’s Construction Industry with Federal Investment
The construction industry is a major driver of Alberta’s economy, employing thousands of workers across the province and contributing billions in economic activity. Across Canada, this sector needs skilled talent to build the critical infrastructure, affordable housing, and facilities that Canadians use every day. Today, George Chahal, Member of Parliament for Calgary Skyview, on behalf […]
Upcoming Tech Events Encourage Innovation, Education in Calgary
Midway through the year, Alberta has already hosted several successful tech events. For example, Alberta Innovates hosted the popular INVENTURE$ 2023 in June, which lit up Calgary’s innovation scene over three days of buzz. “Inventures 2023 was our most successful event yet,” stated Alberta Innovates chief executive Laura Kilcrease following the event. “Our attendance numbers were up, […]