AI Meets Hydropower: Smarter Management for Canada’s Cleanest Energy Source
Canada is home to some of the world’s most significant hydroelectric resources, powering homes, industries, and entire provinces with clean, renewable energy. As demand grows and climate patterns shift, managing that power efficiently is becoming more complex. That’s where AI is beginning to play a transformative role in hydroelectric power management. Traditionally, hydro plants rely […]
Alberta’s Agribusiness Sector Leads in Innovation During Economic Downturn
Alberta is a global leader in agricultural technology (agtech), blending innovation with tradition to navigate economic uncertainties and drive long-term growth. With shifting U.S. tariffs and climate challenges, Calgary’s agribusiness sector is embracing new strategies to future-proof itself. In an article written by Calgary Economic Development (CED), Vice President of External Affairs Geraldine Anderson highlighted […]
Drilling robot “Grabowski” unveils potential for autonomous geothermal drilling technology
Swiss startup Borobotics has introduced an innovative autonomous drilling machine designed to make shallow geothermal energy more accessible and affordable. Nicknamed “Grabowski”, this compact, electric-powered drill is just 5.3 inches in diameter and 9 feet long, enabling it to operate in tight spaces such as small gardens, parking lots, or even basements. Equipped with advanced […]
Top 10 Calgary-based startups fueling the city’s innovation ecosystem
Calgary has emerged as a globally recognized epicentre of innovation, experiencing exponential growth in recent years. According to CBRE, the city’s tech jobs have expanded by approximately 78 percent in the last five years. Furthermore, Calgary was named the fastest-growing tech talent market last year, adding more than 26,000 jobs to its innovation ecosystem. This […]
WeMaple Finds Ground Within Indigenous Workshop
In the spirit of collaboration and exploration, the WeMaple team participated in a unique and inspiring workshop led by renowned filmmaker and content creator Cowboy Smith X. Grounded in Indigenous practices, the workshop was designed to spark meaningful and creative brainstorming for future projects. It offered participants an enlightening and transformative experience, providing insights and […]
Innovative scaleups showcased at Start Alberta Tech Awards
Alberta’s thriving tech sector is concentrated at Studio Bell in Calgary, as the 7th annual Start Alberta Tech Awards recognized local emerging initiatives. The event platforms individuals and organizations that express the ambition to shape Alberta’s technological and entrepreneurial landscape, highlighting advancements across industries like fintech and medical innovation. This year’s “Scaleup of the Year” […]
$750M invested in new state-of-the-art data centre in Alberta
eStruxture is making a bold $750 million investment in Alberta with the construction of CAL-3, the province’s largest and most advanced data centre, reflecting the growing demand for AI technology. The state-of-the-art facility, located north of Calgary in Rocky View County, will open in the fall of 2026, aiming to meet the growing demand for […]
$4.2M Raised to Drive Sustainable Innovation in Cement Industry
Calgary-based startup EnviCore has raised $4.2 million in seed funding to develop a technology that can reduce cement production’s carbon footprint by up to 30 percent. EnviCore produces supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) using recycled materials like mining waste and recycled concrete, which can replace up to 35 percent of traditional concrete mixes and reduce cement […]
New Innovation Hub Welcomes Calgary’s Brightest Minds
Boast, an R&D and tax credit intelligence platform, has announced a partnership with Platform Calgary aimed at driving innovation and supporting small businesses in the Calgary tech ecosystem. The partnership will see combined expertise to help startups, scaleups, and entrepreneurs maximize their innovation potential. This includes the opening of the Boast Innovation Labs at the […]
Calls for Stronger Government Support as Canada Aims for Net Zero
At the Calgary-based Energy Disruptors: UNITE 2024 summit, a key message emerged from a panel of industry leaders: Canada must accelerate its energy transition by offering stronger government incentives to support startups and boost the country’s global competitiveness. Panellists discussed how energy will shape the future of Canada and the world, highlighting that there is […]