YYC Tech Community Events CalendarJoin us for our exhibit In Full Bloom in celebration of International Women's Day. ATB’s Branch for Arts and Culture (BFAC) is hosting an awe-inspiring exhibit titled “In Full Bloom” curated by Calgary based multimedia artist, Miriam Fabijan. The art display includes pieces from 14 local female artists with diverse backgrounds and is rooted […]
Learn how to build content and visuals for your small business that look like they were created by a marketing professional. The RWEIT program in partnership with Community Futures Lesser […]
SPACE TO THRIVE • BUILD CONNECTION • FIND YOUR FUTURE Join us in celebrating International Women’s Day and get plugged in to your tech career with Chic Geek. With a focus on #EmbracingEquity, ConnectHer attendees will have opportunities to participate in discussions and workshops designed to promote equity, diversity, and inclusivity for women in tech. […]
The purpose of Pixels and Pints is simple: provide a venue for web developers and digital creatives to sit down, relax and talk shop. There are no presentations, tutorials or pre-defined discussion topics; just a few pints and good conversation. All are welcome: designers; coders; copywriters; analysts; anyone who spends their day pushing, publishing or […]
Our weekly connection for the tech and innovation ecosystem. Furthering entrepreneurs one conversation at a time. Curious about what's happening in the innovation ecosystem in Alberta? Join us at Lunch Without Lunch every Wednesday to hear about the players, events, and news that are making our innovation ecosystem thrive. This weekly meeting is a regular […]
A foundational element of building an inclusive organization is to ensure that the recruitment process is free of implicit & explicit bias. This session aims to support the recruitment team in first identifying their own biases and provides a deepened understanding of how their own social identity can impact their decision-making. The session will conclude […]
Join Local Investing YYC to learn how you can diversify your investment portfolio to invest in local businesses creating positive impact for people and the planet. We are showcasing local […]
The last leg of our Breakfast Club #PropTech series shines the spotlight on Bōde, a company that’s all about putting control back into the hands of homeowners. In this session, we […]
Did you know that getting SOC 2 Certified will create sales opportunities for your digital technology company? This compliance standard is designed to create guidelines on how organizations should manage […]
5 amazing Life Sciences companies from the Prairies! A LIVE investment decision! Come out and celebrate at our Life Sciences Summit Finale, at Platform Calgary. 5 pitches, one winner, and […]
Welcome! Data for Good has a jam packed meetup this month. First we will hear from one of our Micro-projects groups, YYC Datapost. They will present their project, showcase what they have accomplished and share insights. Next, are you excited to participate in a datathon? Data for Good Calgary will be co-hosting a […]
Please join CRIEC for a working breakfast connecting our community of local business champions. The focus of the discussion will be on the current labour market challenges for SMEs. How to best attract, recruit, onboard, train and retain their staff, specifically internationally trained professionals. Topics will include: What are you doing to recruit, onboard and […]
Learn design and posting strategies for Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. The RWEIT program in partnership with Community Futures Lesser Slave Lake Region present this Marketing Lunch & Learn Series, a set […]
Calgary’s must-attend meetup featuring local tech companies. About this event This is an opportunity for people curious about working in tech to make connections and learn about exciting career opportunities. Every second Tuesday, meet some of Calgary’s fastest-growing tech companies. Connect with peers and learn what it’s like to work for some of Calgary’s top […]
Our weekly connection for the tech and innovation ecosystem. Furthering entrepreneurs one conversation at a time. Curious about what's happening in the innovation ecosystem in Alberta? Join us at Lunch Without Lunch every Wednesday to hear about the players, events, and news that are making our innovation ecosystem thrive. This weekly meeting is a regular […]
This interactive session is intended to address any questions you have about the Alberta IoT Fast Track Program. Get to know others in the the 2023 cohort and learn more […]
The intersection between self-love technology and the NFT or digital art world. The acronym that Kelly has invented stands for Unique Gorgeous Loveable You. Kelly Falardeau is a burn victim […]
The RWEIT program in partnership with Community Futures Lesser Slave Lake Region present this Marketing Lunch & Learn Series, a set of workshops where attendees will gain confidence in using several […]
Join Local Investing YYC at an upcoming info session to learn how you can diversify your investment portfolio to invest in local businesses creating community impact for people and the planet. We are showcasing local businesses currently seeking capital at each info session. These are businesses working through our due diligence process. The April 4 […]
Our weekly connection for the tech and innovation ecosystem. Furthering entrepreneurs one conversation at a time. Curious about what's happening in the innovation ecosystem in Alberta? Join us at Lunch Without Lunch every Wednesday to hear about the players, events, and news that are making our innovation ecosystem thrive. This weekly meeting is a regular […]
Organizations of all sizes, and across all sectors, have started leveraging data science practices to streamline their processes, improve decision making, and increase sales. But as organizations consider adopting data science practices, many are left with more questions than answers. When am I ready? What data should I collect? Who do I need to hire? […]
Learn practical tips to help foster inclusive & accessible workplaces. Participants will leave with an attainable action plan to implement. This 2-hour workshop will extend our understanding of why building inclusive spaces (and workplaces) is important, to answering the question of how can we do it. In this interactive workshop we will look at some […]
This 2-hour workshop will extend our understanding of why building inclusive spaces (and workplaces) is important, to answering the question of how can we do it. In this interactive workshop we will look at some realistic workplace situations and focus our discussion on how to transform them into truly inclusive spaces, where everyone feels a […]
Workforce Forward, in collaboration with CPHR Alberta, welcomes business leaders and professionals for an event exploring Indigenous workforce opportunities, training and inclusion. The one-day event will bring together a diverse group of thought-leaders to share their work in the inclusion and diversity space through impactful discussions on the steps we all can take to become […]
We focus on digital transformation Digital transformation (aka DX) is the reimagining of business in the digital age, where technology is creating new — and modifying existing — business processes. But DX transcends the technology and is reshaping strategy, talent management and development, culture and providing new ways to pursue customer engagement. Everyone brings a different perspective on […]
Our weekly connection for the tech and innovation ecosystem. Furthering entrepreneurs one conversation at a time. Curious about what's happening in the innovation ecosystem in Alberta? Join us at Lunch Without Lunch every Wednesday to hear about the players, events, and news that are making our innovation ecosystem thrive. This weekly meeting is a regular […]
Great talent is tough to find. Communitech Outposts helps Canadian companies onboard, pay and manage a global team of employees. Outposts makes it easy to hire people from outside Canada in weeks, not months, without the cost, time and administrative hassle of doing it on your own. With a network of partners around the globe, Outposts […]
In this rapidly changing financial landscape, it's crucial to diversify your funds and choose the right banking partners. ❓ Are you feeling nervous about making the right choice since the collapse of SVB? ❓ Are you confused about deposit insurance and how it varies across financial institutions? ❓ Do you want to understand the differences […]
The Calgary UX community is excited to bring a premium in-person workshop with Shelley McKeating, Workshop Designer and Facilitator. A Lighting Decision Jam is a hands-on workshop and a fun and efficient workshop to boost team collaboration…as well as your career. Good for almost anytime a group of people need to make decisions, solve problems […]
Join us for this online event as we celebrate the journeys and successes of Albertan women entrepreneurs working in the AgTech industry. The RWEIT program in partnership with Lethbridge College, Olds College, Red Deer Polytechnic, and APEX present Getting Our Hands Dirty – Women Entrepreneurs in AgTech, a three-hour event dedicated to sharing, listening, learning, and supporting each other as […]
We know the feeling of having a great business idea, but having no idea where to start. In Startup 101, we’ll give you the resources, connections and tools to start bringing your idea to life. Startup 101 is for you if: You have an idea for a business and want tangible steps to get started […]
Calgary Economic Development presents an intimate conversation with The Honourable Danielle Smith, Premier of Alberta and The Honourable Rachel Notley, Leader of the Official Opposition, led by Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek. As our first in-person Report to the Community in four years, Calgary Economic Development’s 2023 Report to the Community presented by WestJet is not to be missed. Join us for engaging conversations […]
The purpose of Pixels and Pints is simple: provide a venue for web developers and digital creatives to sit down, relax and talk shop. There are no presentations, tutorials or pre-defined discussion topics; just a few pints and good conversation. All are welcome: designers; coders; copywriters; analysts; anyone who spends their day pushing, publishing or […]
Join Communitech Growth Coach Arthur Lam for an introduction to selling to governments. Arthur was a senior advisor to Canada’s Innovation and Trade ministers, helping them formulate policies on growing and scaling Canadian innovations. He will share his unique insights with the Communitech community and provide practical tips for approaching your first sales to the […]
Our weekly connection for the tech and innovation ecosystem. Furthering entrepreneurs one conversation at a time. Curious about what's happening in the innovation ecosystem in Alberta? Join us at Lunch Without Lunch every Wednesday to hear about the players, events, and news that are making our innovation ecosystem thrive. This weekly meeting is a regular […]
Discover how successful leaders embrace equity, inclusion, and accessibility to effectively communicate with diverse peoples. This 2-hour workshop is designed to empower and equip business, workplace and not-for-profit leaders, in developing inclusive cultures where everyone is and feels valued and respected. We will focus on deepening our understandings of the benefits of equity, diversity, inclusion […]
This 2-hour workshop is designed to empower and equip business, workplace and not-for-profit leaders, in developing inclusive cultures where everyone is and feels valued and respected. We will focus on deepening our understandings of the benefits of equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility, and how successful leaders have embraced these principles to successfully communicate with people […]
Presenting our newest Breakfast Club #ClimateTech series which will showcase innovative companies that are making a significant impact through their business strategies focused on the three pillars of environment, social and good governance. Kickstarting our first episode with Scott Jenkins, Co-Founder and CEO of ZS2 Technologies Ltd., a company aiming to build a better planet […]
Where do I start? Knowing the fundamentals of project management can help you organize, prioritize and make your next steps clear! There are so many things to do to get your innovation off the ground. In this mini-workshop, we will review the fundamentals of project management and explore a few of the key tools used […]
ATB Entrepreneur Centre is pleased to welcome Suzy Rounce, Creative Director & Owner, Switchback Creative to help your business explore story telling to drive your business. We will walk you through how to turn customers into raving fans. Why does this matter? It means that you can sell more to those that are most interested […]
The Biohubx Expert Corner series is a virtual interview-style webinar designed to learn useful strategies and to raise awareness of novel innovations in our ecosystem. In addition to raising awareness, the purpose of this event is to contribute to the growth of the life sciences industry in Calgary and beyond. This event will feature Dr. […]
In-person event @Civic Tavern 213 12 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2R 0G9 This event is to get to know each other, meet future collaborators and build strong connections inside the UX community. Join us; it will be fun! This is also a very special night. The second floor has been reserved for us. -------------------- About […]
Experience being a Web Developer for a day with guidance from experts at ATB Financial, Critical Mass, and more! BrainStation's Intro Day is an immersive, one-day learning experience, designed to give aspiring developers of all levels a chance to explore bootcamp learning and learn more about one of the most in-demand jobs in tech. […]
Experience being a Data Scientist for a day with guidance from experts at Critical Mass, ATB Financial, and more! BrainStation's Intro Day is an immersive, one-day learning experience, designed to give aspiring data professionals of all levels a chance to explore bootcamp learning and learn more about one of the most in-demand jobs in tech. […]
Experience being a UX Designer for a day with guidance from experts at Critical Mass, ATB Financial, and more! BrainStation's Intro Day is an immersive, one-day learning experience, designed to give aspiring UX designers of all levels a chance to explore bootcamp learning and learn more about one of the most in-demand jobs in tech. […]
Having a business idea is great, but will people actually want what you’re creating? In Customer 101, we’ll show you how to better understand your customer by diving into customer discovery and learning whether your business idea is something people want and need. Customer 101 is for you if: You have a business idea and […]
ChatGPT has highlighted the profound impact AI is having on our way of life. Businesses have a huge opportunity to harness the potential of this technology. Join us on April 25 as David Staszak and Adam Danyleyko from the Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute (Amii) and Mike Allan the President & CEO of Routeique Inc discuss how AI is transforming industries and unlocking new levels […]
Join us in celebrating the remarkable accomplishments of UCalgary's graduate students, post-doctoral fellows and their academic supervisors who have taken on the challenge of converting their research into innovative solutions for some of the world's most pressing problems through the Evolve to Innovate (e2i) program. Cheer on these emerging innovators as we mark the end […]
Calgary’s must-attend meetup featuring local tech companies. About this event This is an opportunity for people curious about working in tech to make connections and learn about exciting career opportunities. Every second Tuesday, meet some of Calgary’s fastest-growing tech companies. Connect with peers and learn what it’s like to work for some of Calgary’s top […]
Our weekly connection for the tech and innovation ecosystem. Furthering entrepreneurs one conversation at a time. Curious about what's happening in the innovation ecosystem in Alberta? Join us at Lunch Without Lunch every Wednesday to hear about the players, events, and news that are making our innovation ecosystem thrive. This weekly meeting is a regular […]
Have you ever worried about that gap in your resume? Maybe you were travelling, building new skills or focusing on your mental health. No matter the reason, attitudes are shifting – gone are the days when a break between jobs on a resume was a red flag.We invite you to bring your lunch and join […]
Join Deloitte, Dentons Global Venture Technology, Platform Calgary and Roynat Capital | Scotiabank on April 26 to hear from leading investors as they pitch to some of Calgary’s most promising up-and-coming startups. This unique gathering will feature a reverse pitch from investors to startups, showcasing their market expertise, portfolio strategies and investment process.
This hybrid conference aims to bring together thought leaders, experts, and professionals to discuss how we can create opportunities and support for underrepresented talents to help fill the existential talent gap in Canada.
A Leadership Disruption Workshop A Leadership Disruption is an interactive, hands-on experience designed to activate and stretch your mindset by disrupting your usual ways of thinking. You can expect to be challenged to view your approach to leadership through a new lens and unleash yourself from old habits that have been holding you back. In […]
The Calgary UX community is excited to celebrate International Design Day with an extraordinary guest, Sascha Hass, Head of Design for a dynamic financial technology firm (Financeit Inc.). Sascha will share lessons learned in his professional journey in his talk "My story about ____ design." Join us and celebrate together our love for this beautiful […]
Foresight Canada is excited to announce the first annual Alberta Cleantech Awards, with an in-person celebration in Calgary. Our annual awards ceremony recognizes inspiring change-makers from across the province who are helping lead the charge to a net zero economy. Event date: April 27, 2023 Event time: 5:30 to 9 MT Location: CRAFT Beer Market Calgary Downtown […]
We invite you to join us for a fun evening of networking like no other at Creatives & Cocktails. Connect with a range of creatives, strategists, agency reps, freelancers, and tech professionals at our lovely downtown Co-Working space at Workhaus Calgary. Get a free professional headshot for your LinkedIn profile, and enjoy live entertainment from […]
Join us on Thursday, April 27, for an exciting Meetup as we introduce the upcoming Datathon with Jumpstart Refugee Talent (JRT) taking place on May 5-7! This is a fantastic opportunity to learn more about JRT, their mission, and how you can contribute to their objectives through data-driven analyses and projects. The Meetup will begin […]
This hybrid conference aims to bring together thought leaders, experts, and professionals to discuss how we can create opportunities and support for underrepresented talents to help fill the existential talent gap in Canada.
Calgary UX is proud to be part of this new edition of 24hrs of UX. This year Paula Deschamps Madeira will help us explore the future of Ethics & AI. Join us and take advantage of the rest of the global events the 24hr of UX offers! ---------------------- How to participate: Get your ticket using […]
Our weekly connection for the tech and innovation ecosystem. Furthering entrepreneurs one conversation at a time. Curious about what's happening in the innovation ecosystem in Alberta? Join us at Lunch […]
Calling all Founders! Join us for our Free Live 'Perfecting Your Pitch' Workshop taught by Brooke Harley and Craig Elias. We will teach you the "5 most important things to know for a […]
Join us in Calgary on May 4 at The Rooftop YYC for a morning of insightful conversation on the power of personal health data and its potential to revolutionize healthcare. […]
In today's fast-paced and constantly evolving world, stress, overwhelm and burnout are becoming increasingly common. This presentation is designed to help individuals decrease overwhelm and manage stress to achieve success, […]
Come celebrate 20 amazing early-stage Calgary Startups as they hit the stage to showcase themselves to the community and our local Investors!
Join us for a galaxy "far, far away" on Thursday, May 4, 2023, starting at 6:00 p.m. MST at the Stephen Avenue Place Tenant Lounge! Participate in Calgary's best Tech […]
DiscoverTech YYC is your chance to engage with local tech companies from right here in Calgary. See what’s new in AI. Explore robotics. Learn about the challenges data labs are […]
Non-cocktail Networking "NCN" is an initiative by Panache Ventures to create inclusive networking events across Canada for the startup community and broader ecosystem. NCN's mission is to complement the traditional […]
Are you someone who loves to build things with data and wants to do good for the community? Then join us for our first in-person datathon since 2018 with Jumpstart Refugee Talent, hosted by Data for Good - Calgary. We are thrilled that we will be working with Jumpstart Refugee Talent, who exclusively serves refugees […]
Are you someone who loves to build things with data and wants to do good for the community? Then join us for our first in-person datathon since 2018 with Jumpstart Refugee Talent, hosted by Data for Good - Calgary. We are thrilled that we will be working with Jumpstart Refugee Talent, who exclusively serves refugees […]
Our weekly connection for the tech and innovation ecosystem. Furthering entrepreneurs one conversation at a time. Curious about what's happening in the innovation ecosystem in Alberta? Join us at Lunch […]
Curious about how to receive investment capital for your business? Join Local Investing YYC at an upcoming info session to learn more about our investment approach. Local Investing YYC is […]
Last year, Digital Commerce Bank and Platform Calgary partnered to champion and celebrate Calgary as an emerging fintech hub and support local fintech startups in launching and scaling their business. […]
Crafted specifically for up-and-coming and existing angel investors from Alberta, this webinar is a preview into the upcoming Angel Investing Unlocked in-person program. Angel investing is new territory for many investors. In […]
This interactive workshop will offer insights into commercialization of new products and devices to maximize a company’s ROI throughout the life cycle of a pharmaceutical product or device. Topics covered […]
Join us for an interactive panel discussion on burnout, vulnerability, and the importance of building connections. Our panelists will share their personal experiences with burnout, how they overcame it, and the role vulnerability and connection played in their journey. Whether you're a student, recently laid off, or a working professional, the speed networking portion of […]
Customer Success is a philosophy that puts the customer at the center of everything a company does. It's about going beyond just selling a product or service. Instead, it's about […]
Maker Faire is a gathering of fascinating, curious people who enjoy learning and who love sharing what they can do. From engineers to artists to scientists to crafters, Maker Faire is a venue for these "makers" to show hobbies, experiments, projects. We call it the Greatest Show (& Tell) on Earth - a family-friendly showcase […]
We know the feeling of having a great business idea, but having no idea where to start. In Startup 101, we’ll give you the resources, connections and tools to start […]
What is the difference between equity, as opposed to the concept of equality? The discussion will highlight the intentional work being done by organizations such as Cybher and ChicGeek to […]
The purpose of Pixels and Pints is simple: provide a venue for web developers and digital creatives to sit down, relax and talk shop. There are no presentations, tutorials or […]
Founded in 2010 by the A100, the AccelerateAB Roundtables are an opportunity for scaling or growth stage Alberta-based tech-focused companies to participate in an intensive 1:1 advising session with A100 […]
Forward Summit WEST is an Indigenous-led conference dedicated to advancing economic partnerships, discovering opportunities for change and supporting national relationships between Canada’s industry leaders and Indigenous Communities. This two-day event […]
Our weekly connection for the tech and innovation ecosystem. Furthering entrepreneurs one conversation at a time. Curious about what's happening in the innovation ecosystem in Alberta? Join us at Lunch […]
Forward Summit WEST is an Indigenous-led conference dedicated to advancing economic partnerships, discovering opportunities for change and supporting national relationships between Canada’s industry leaders and Indigenous Communities. This two-day event […]
Internet ~ Mobile ~ AdTech ~ MarTech ~ SaaS Where Business, Tech and Innovation Collide in Toronto! TECHSPO Toronto 2023 is your chance to … The 9th annual TECHSPO Toronto, two-day technology expo returns May 18th and 19th, 2023 to the luxurious Marriott Downtown at CF Toronto Eaton Centre Hotel in Toronto, Ontario. TECHSPO Toronto […]
ATB is pleased to welcome globally recognized and multiple award winning Calgary based business coaching firm Action Edge Business Coaching to speak . You'll leave this complimentary seminar with: The […]
We know finding marketing talent can be tough. Getting the right fit of skills, personality, and tech experience can be tricky. We’re excited to share that we’re holding a career […]
Together is always better; nobody knows that better than the YYC community! Join Goodlawyer, Virtual Gurus and InceptionU on Thursday, May 18th for an exclusive event on how scaling businesses can accelerate their growth with fractional services. This event will provide valuable insights into how fractional solutions can help you save time, money, and resources […]
The TELUS Community Safety & Wellness Accelerator (CSW) powered by AlchemistX is excited to invite you to our Demo Day! We will be highlighting this passionate group of 20 phenomenal start-ups in social tech innovation that have just completed our 12-week accelerator program! DATE: Thursday May 18, 2023 TIME: 5:15pm-8pm MDT LOCATION: Platform Calgary - 407 9 Ave. SE, Calgary, AB T2G 2K7 AGENDA: […]
Alberta IoT, with support from EY, is pleased to present the Austrian Business Agency (ABA) and the Vienna Business Agency to discuss the benefits of doing business in Austria. Join […]
Digital Commerce Bank and Platform Calgary have partnered to champion and celebrate Calgary as an emerging fintech hub. The Digital Commerce Calgary Fintech Award helps fintech startups grow in Calgary. In addition to getting business […]
How is technology influencing the way we build - from pre-construction through to operations, from the back office to the field? A look at the current state of construction technology, […]
Our weekly connection for the tech and innovation ecosystem. Furthering entrepreneurs one conversation at a time. Curious about what's happening in the innovation ecosystem in Alberta? Join us at Lunch […]
In this interactive webinar, we'll be joined by Mark Abbott, a leading expert in tech stewardship, who will share his insights on how we can shape a more sustainable and […]
Are you a non-technical founder who wants to start a SaaS product? If so, this workshop is for you! We will teach you how to understand the fundamentals of software […]
Dates & Times: THURSDAY MAY 25TH, 2023 12:30 PM - 1:25 PM Get Free Tickets Here: https://thebizex.com/blog/business-brokers-marketing-webinar#submit-form What Will I Learn Industry Insight - Marketing strategies to become a top […]
Virtual Live Event - Free Tickets Dates & Times: THURSDAY MAY 25TH, 2023 12:30 PM - 1:25 PM Get Free Tickets Here: https://thebizex.com/blog/business-brokers-marketing-webinar#submit-form What Will I Learn Industry Insight - […]
Are you closer to Red Deer than Calgary? Last month we had 10 people out for a great tech chat. I'm Jeff, formerly of Sask, AB, BC and now in Red Deer. Having been involved in the tech community in several regions I know there is great value in creating a strong local community to […]
Join Local Investing YYC at this year's spring mixer to meet the individuals behind local businesses that are generating positive community impact right here in Calgary. Doors open at 6:30pm. Opening remarks from Local Investing YYC will begin at 7:00 followed by a meet and greet with local businesses undergoing due diligence for the capital […]