The Calgary Innovation Coalition is a network of 95+ organizations working to accelerate innovation and entrepreneurship across the Calgary region.
We connect entrepreneurs to the right supports at the right time, and help innovation organizations collaborate, align, and amplify their collective impact.
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I’m an Entrepreneur or Business Owner
Looking for funding, mentorship, or help building your business?
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We work with 95+ member organizations offering free and subsidized support and programs
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Browse our member directory to find relevant programs and services
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Book a meeting with a Platform Calgary advisor to get personalized guidance
I’m an Innovation Organization
Supporting entrepreneurs or growing the innovation economy?
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Join our coalition of 95+ nonprofits, post-secondaries, and for-profits with an ecosystem-building mandate
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Access shared tools, strategic collaborations, and cross-sector connections
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Learn how we Activate, Advocate, Align, and Amplify
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Become a member and shape the future of the innovation ecosystem
Our Mission
To expedite the success journey of ventures through collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and strategic support. CIC addresses ecosystem needs, fosters connections, and guides venture development, from idea to enterprise growth, to create a robust environment where innovation and entrepreneurship can thrive.
Our North Star
CIC’s north star is supporting the acceleration of 1027 technology and knowledge-based companies from startup through to revenue generation by 2031
Known as the 10X Challenge, this ambitious goal represents the potential to generate 50,000 jobs and $50B in GDP through a thriving innovation economy.
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Alberta Innovates provides a range of funding opportunities, from small business grants to large industry parternship investments. Investing in Alberta.
