Alberta's Innovation Ecosystem: Fostering Tech, Community, and Entrepreneurship

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Discover the shimmering opportunities for innovation and entrepreneurship in Alberta as we welcome insights from our guests, Tracy Stroud from APEX Alberta, Terry Rock from Platform Calgary, and Tom Viinikka from Edmonton Unlimited.
Tom Viinikka, CEO of Edmonton Unlimited, walks us through he and his team's groundbreaking mission to nurture tech innovation and community building in Edmonton.
We're spotlighting captivating events like Startup Week in Edmonton, Innovation Week in Calgary, and the Small Business Week activities like APEX Alberta's Business Growth Tradeshow happening across the province that are fueling Alberta's entrepreneurial spirit.
And make no mistake, these events are for EVERYONE.
Expect to be inspired by the stories these three leaders share, as they work to redefine the landscape of entrepreneurship by creating vibrant spaces for networking, learning and support for Alberta's tech entrepreneurs and job seekers.
Join us as we explore how Alberta is a hotbed for tech and knowledge-based innovation, from ideation to commercialization. Tracy Stroud of Apex Alberta shares incredible insights into the province's regional strengths, highlighting aerospace and drone innovation. Meanwhile, Terry Rock from Platform Calgary talks about Calgary as a thriving hub for tech entrepreneurs.
We discuss the role of community events and reverse trade shows that connect service providers with entrepreneurs, exemplifying Alberta's commitment to collaboration and growth in both urban and rural settings.
As we wrap up, the conversation shifts to the importance of community and networking in fostering entrepreneurial success. Hear about Alberta's burgeoning venture capital scene and how it's positioning the province as a leading contender for entrepreneurs in Canada. The conversation emphasizes the significance of industry leadership, long-term investments, and the efforts to support rural entrepreneurs in high-potential sectors.
Finally, listen to Terry, Tom and Tracy pitch each of these extraordinary events:

• Startup Week in Edmonton from October 15 to 19,
• Small Business Week from October 20 to 25 featuring the Business Growth Tradeshow in Medicine Hat on October 23, and
• Innovation Week in Calgary from November 13 to 21.

Don’t miss the chance to connect with visionaries who are helping to shape Alberta's future in driving our ecosystem forward.

Shift by Alberta Innovates focuses on the people, businesses and organizations that are contributing to Alberta's strong tech ecosystem.

Chapters

1. Alberta's Innovation Ecosystem: Fostering Tech, Community, and Entrepreneurship (00:00:00)

2. Support for Entrepreneurs in Alberta (00:00:01)

3. Supporting Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Alberta (00:08:00)

4. Tech Innovation Support in Calgary (00:12:06)

5. Collaborative Innovation Week in Alberta (00:17:09)

6. Building Provincial Tech Support Ecosystem (00:20:38)

7. Community Building and Networking Impact (00:24:31)

8. Community Building and Tech Networking (00:35:08)

9. Future of Innovation in Alberta (00:48:24)