Innovation & Entrepreneurship Events
Learn about new technologies, approaches and programs. Grow your network and connect to new ideas.
AgSmart
AgSmart is a three-day educational expo focused on data and technology across the agriculture sector.
Perfecting Your Pitch
Learn how to attract investors & customers in this hands-on workshop with expert coaches. Presented by the Alberta Innovation Network.
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.
Angel Investing
The Alberta Venture Finance Education Series is offering a free, live online course this September that breaks down the fundamentals of angel investing — no experience required.
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.
EMPOWRISE Entrepreneur Training Program
Join EmpowRise, a fully funded program designed to empower Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC) entrepreneurs with the skills, knowledge, and network needed to launch or grow their businesses.
Business Growth Tradeshow
Business advice, workforce support, grant funding, and business accelerators all in one place.
RIN Pitch Up Rural Pitch Competition (Start Up Category)
Get ready for RIN Pitch Up! – Alberta’s virtual pitch competition spotlighting the next wave of rural innovation!
Counter Uncrewed Aerial Systems Sandbox 2026 - Deadline to register - DECEMBER 15, 2025
The Department of National Defence and partners are seeking CUAS solutions capable of detecting and/or defeating Micro and Mini UAS with systems that can be integrated into the broader military command and control systems.