Accelerators, incubators & pitch competitions Canadians can join

Second competition supporting hydrogen technology innovations in clean technology, energy, and environmental sectors. Intakes currently closed.

An accelerator program designed for tech-enabled startups with shared vision of strengthening Alberta as a global hub for tech innovation; open to both local and international startups from any industry.

An eight-week challenge sprint that pairs Alberta innovators and startups with industry partners to solve urgent construction and built-world technology problems. Winning teams receive cash prizes ($3,000 for the winner, $1,000 for runners-up) and potential follow-on funding through the Edmonton Unlimited Venture Pilots Program.

Calgary Arts Development and The City of Calgary invite artists to submit qualifications for consideration in the design of banner artworks installed on streetlight poles on six bridges and streets in the downtown area.

Delivered in partnership with AlchemistX, the Edmonton Police Foundation, and Alberta Innovates to accelerate startups and solutions aimed at positive social impact and community wellness in Edmonton.

Offers hands-on experiential learning and entrepreneurship training to support young Black innovators ages 15 to 22 in launching technology and innovation ventures.

Connects growth-stage companies with experienced business experts for up to 100 hours of advisory support to craft tailored projects and solve critical business challenges.

Connects startups with international corporations, venture capitalists, and scaling resources to accelerate technology commercialization and digital transformation across Alberta.

Students, staff, and alumni of Edmonton's post-secondary schools interested in building a technology-based company can access the support of an Executive in Residence (EIR) on campus. Offered at no cost.

Provides support, mentorship, and resources for student entrepreneurs who are developing early-stage innovative products or services into growing startups.

Open invitation for artists and community members to share ideas for public art projects that could be implemented in Calgary's public spaces.

A 9-month program helping startups and early-stage founders integrate artificial intelligence and machine learning into supply chains via Amii research, training, and project advisement.

A 9-month program from the Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute (AMII) empowering startups to incorporate AI and machine learning into supply chain solutions through training, advisement, educational programming, and access to world-leading research.

A program offered by Calgary Economic Development to support and accelerate trade-focused businesses and initiatives.

A four-session export training and accelerator program providing Alberta businesses with customized coaching, expert advice, and mentorship to develop and execute an international export plan.

A 12-month cohort-based program for women tech founders and leaders focused on disciplined growth, strengthening mindset, execution, resilience, and strategic leadership.

AccelerateIP provides education, mentorship, and funding supports to help startups secure their intellectual property and build scalable businesses. The program offers three streams: IP Education & Awareness (including a certification program), IP Strategy (mentorship and up to $25,000 in legal funding), and IP Implementation (up to $60,000 in funding support).

AccelerateIP is an integrated, three-stream intellectual property capacity-building program supporting startups to protect, manage, and leverage their intellectual property. Stream 1 offers foundational IP education; Stream 2 provides 1:1 mentorship and up to $25,000 in legal strategy development costs; Stream 3 covers up to $60,000 in legal implementation costs.