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Central Alberta Regional Innovation Network

Alberta Innovates: Forging Innovation and Supporting Start-Ups



Innovations are shaping our world today, and there is no better place to work on this than Alberta Innovates. Alberta Innovates have launched significant ideas and pushed the boundaries of innovation to solve today’s challenges and create new possibilities for the future of our province and the world at large. In this blog post, we will discuss how Alberta Innovates forges partnerships, make connections and create opportunities that make Alberta a better place.


Alberta Innovates is a leading research and innovation organization that solves some of the biggest challenges faced by Alberta's communities and businesses. They focus on advancing applied research, driving technological innovation and supporting startups and small enterprises in all economic sectors. One of the ways they achieve this is by partnering with industry, academia, and other funding organizations to provide non-dilutive funding, coaching, and support to startups. In this blog, we will highlight their involvement in supporting innovation and startups in Alberta.


Alberta Innovates has a strategic, results-driven approach and focuses on key priority areas to promote innovation and drive economic growth in Alberta. One of these strategic areas is digital health, where they have played an instrumental role in advancing Alberta's healthcare ecosystem. They have invested in digital health research that has brought about new technologies and solutions while enhancing patient outcomes and the sustainability of the healthcare system. They also support startups and early-stage companies operating in this space.


Another priority area of Alberta Innovates is clean resource technologies. They work towards achieving economic diversification while reducing environmental impact and helping to achieve climate solutions. They are investing in clean technology initiatives, such as hydrogen development, which present opportunities for startups to develop new technologies and foster innovation.


Alberta Innovates also supports smart agriculture research and innovation through the application of technology, leading to a

significant impact on Alberta's agriculture industry, food security and beyond. They support the growth of agri-tech startups and are committed to addressing food security challenges.


Alberta Innovates provides non-dilutive funding programs, coaching and support, and helps small and medium enterprises, post-secondary institutions, and industry across all economic sectors. They enable companies to scale up innovations that address critical market needs, providing access to a broad innovation ecosystem and international markets.


Alberta Innovates has a team of experts from diverse backgrounds with years of experience in business, research, and innovation. They offer tailored guidance to startups and entrepreneurs through their extensive mentor and coaching network, connecting them with industry players, investors, and other funding agencies to create a robust ecosystem for innovation and growth.


Alberta Innovates is committed to driving innovation and growth in Alberta by supporting startups, SMEs, and other stakeholders in all economic sectors. Their focus areas and non-dilutive funding programs enable Alberta's entrepreneurs to build new technology and drive new ideas while reducing the impact on the environment. Their strategic approach to innovation, expert mentoring, coaching network, and access to markets and investors are some of the reasons that make Alberta Innovate stand out as a champion for startups and innovation in Alberta.


In conclusion, Alberta Innovates is crucial in supporting innovation and start-ups in Alberta. The organization has several programs that support entrepreneurs and innovators at every stage of the innovation journey, from funding research and development to commercialization and networking opportunities. Alberta Innovates' efforts have not gone unnoticed, as they were recognized as an Alberta Top 75 Employer (2022). If you are a startup or entrepreneur, Alberta Innovates is the place for you to connect with the ecosystem of incubators, accelerators, venture capitalists, and other resources. Alberta Innovates is a game-changer, and they are committed to shaping the future of Alberta and the world at large.

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