A new satellite-to-mobile text messaging service from Rogers is now available to Canadians in Alberta and beyond. Effective immediately, Canadians can sign up for a free beta trial of Rogers Satellite. Spanning a coverage area of more than five million square kilometres, Rogers Satellite will initially support text messaging and text-to-911 with future expansions planned […]| Calgary.Tech
Startup Grind Calgary is hosting LinkedIn Powerhouse on July 29th — an evening designed to elevate your personal brand, expand your network, and unlock real LinkedIn strategies at Platform Calgary. Running from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., the in-person event features a fireside chat with Ian MacDonald, Business & Innovation Leader at KPMG Canada, focused on […]| Calgary.Tech
Calgary-based fintech Shift Connect has unveiled a new AP/AR Automation platform, aiming to streamline financial operations for businesses handling complex payment workflows and global transactions. Developed in partnership with Toronto’s Cadency and powered by Shift Connect’s foreign exchange and payment infrastructure, the new platform offers an all-in-one solution for managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and […]| Calgary.Tech
Neighbours have always been the backbone of strong communities. By sharing information and offering support, neighbours are key to feeling safer and more connected. Now, Nextdoor is making those connections even stronger. Today, the company is rolling out its most significant redesign to date, introducing new tools and a new look. At the heart of […]| Calgary.Tech
If you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, have a business idea, or are simply curious to learn more about tech startups, Platform Calgary’s Startup 101 is for you. The goal of Startup 101 is to get participants comfortable with the language of a startup and an entrepreneurial ecosystem. You’ll walk away better able to navigate the resources available to […]| Calgary.Tech
Calgary-born fintech Helcim has unveiled its latest innovation: the Smart Terminal, a next-generation payment device purpose-built for the demands of today’s growing businesses. Whether used behind the counter, on-site with clients, or at weekend markets, the new Smart Terminal is designed to give entrepreneurs more control over their payments and operations—with the speed, portability, and […]| Calgary.Tech
Edmonton’s SunRise Building is a historic component of the city’s downtown. Originally constructed in 1970 as the Capital Tower, the SunRise Building was built as a 12-storey property featuring 179 residential units. But by the 2010s, the building was in a state of disrepair. In 2015, Calgary’s Avenue Living Asset Management acquired the property from […]| Calgary.Tech
The quA-ymn Solar Project in British Columbia is now operational thanks to help from an Alberta-based technology provider. QuA-ymn is the province’s first major commercial solar facility and largest solar installation to-date. A total of 39,000 solar panels will produce enough energy to power more than 2,400 homes annually for up to 40 years, according […]| Calgary.Tech
In a Canadian first, Bow Valley Credit Union (BVCU) has unveiled the Bitcoin Gateway—a new platform that enables members to buy Bitcoin directly from their existing credit union accounts. Launched in partnership with Toronto-based Balance and Calgary’s own Bull Bitcoin, the Bitcoin Gateway provides a seamless and secure way to access the world’s most popular […]| Calgary.Tech
Calgary Economic Development has named Adnaan Wasey as the city’s new Film Commissioner, a high-profile appointment that underscores Calgary’s ambition to scale its screen sector and cement its status as a world-class production destination. Born in Toronto and currently based in New York City, Wasey brings more than 20 years of leadership experience across media […]| Calgary.Tech
