Innovation & Entrepreneurship Events
Learn about new technologies, approaches and programs. Grow your network and connect to new ideas.
Defense and Dual Use Opportunities
This session will help Alberta tech companies (SMBs), innovators, and researchers better understand where opportunities exist in the defense ecosystem.
How to Sell a Business
A free workshop to help you understand the process of selling a business and plan for a successful sale.
Supplying Professional Services
This session provides you with key information to help you find and bid on opportunities to sell professional services to the Government of Canada.
How to Buy a Business
A free workshop to help you understand the buying process and find your dream business.
Tech Night
Tech Nights are a fun, relaxed networking environment where you can connect with the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) community in Southeast Alberta.
How to Perfect Your Pitch with David Yiptong
Get ready to nail your pitch and perfect your presentation skills! Designed for entrepreneurs and early-stage business owners.
Sip & Learn: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
A casual and interactive experience where we’ll explore simple ways to think more clearly, solve problems with confidence, and handle complexity at work.
Return to Rural Online Summer Job Fair
RETURN TO RURAL ONLINE SUMMER JOB FAIR JANUARY 29!
Looking for a Summer Job (May–August)? Start early — employers are hiring NOW.
Founder Fridays
Join us on Founder Fridays, where we take a deep dive into key takeaways from authors. These fireside chats dive right into key concepts from the book, page numbers to reference back to, and a chance to get a copy of their book for free.
Founder Fridays
Join us on Founder Fridays, where we take a deep dive into key takeaways from authors. These fireside chats dive right into key concepts from the book, page numbers to reference back to, and a chance to get a copy of their book for free.
Perfecting Your Pitches with Brandy Old and Craig Elias
Learn how to attract investors & customers in these hands-on workshops with expert pitch coaches who have an amazing track record.
Money Talks: Funding Options for Small Businesses
Connect with local entrepreneurs at this free, in-person event featuring funding insights, community support, networking, and refreshments.
Trade without Borders
Learn how Canada’s global diaspora already drives access, trust and market intelligence that most businesses overlook.
StrikeUp 2026
Registration now open for Canada's largest digital conference for women entrepreneurs!
Fundraising for Startups
If you’re thinking about raising capital — or deep in the weeds trying to teach yourself how venture financing actually works — we’ve got your back.
Perfecting Your Pitch with Colin Christensen
Expect hands-on practice, real-time feedback, and practical insights to help you pitch with clarity and purpose.
Founder Fridays
Join us on Founder Fridays, where we take a deep dive into key takeaways from authors. These fireside chats dive right into key concepts from the book, page numbers to reference back to, and a chance to get a copy of their book for free.
Angel Investing
The Alberta Venture Finance Education Series is offering a free, live online course this March that breaks down the fundamentals of angel investing — no experience required.
Perfecting Your Pitch with Colin Christensen
Expect hands-on practice, real-time feedback, and practical insights to help you pitch with clarity and purpose.
Defence, Security & Aerospace Exhibition of Western Canada
We are pleased to share that on March 24-26, 2026 DEFSEC West will take place at the Calgary TELUS Convention Centre.
Friday Fridays
Join us on Founder Fridays, where we take a deep dive into key takeaways from authors. These fireside chats dive right into key concepts from the book, page numbers to reference back to, and a chance to get a copy of their book for free.
Young Women in Trades and Technologies
Are you an employer interested in showcasing your trade or technology to high school students?
Canadian Aircraft Maintenance Competition
The Canadian AME Competition showcases the technical skill and precision of Aircraft Maintenance Engineers.
Alberta Aviation Summit 2026
The Alberta Aviation Summit returns in May 3-5th 2026, bringing together professionals, innovators, government representatives, and industry leaders from across Alberta’s aviation community.
Alberta Aviation, Aerospace & Defence Summit 2026
The Alberta Aerospace & Defence Summit is the must-attend event in Western Canada for the aerospace and defence community.
Finding Opportunities and Registering as a Supplier
An overview and demonstration of the key search features and functions on the Government Electronic Tendering Service (GETS) on the CanadaBuys website
IDEAS - Intentional Discussions with Entrepreneurs from across Alberta Series
Topic - Friendly Advice on SR & ED Tax Credits
Bidding on Opportunities
This webinar is designed for participants who are ready for a more detailed overview of the bidding process and provides key information to help you bid on opportunities.