Calgary 50

Canada’s most scalable startups

The definitive investor showcase of the most scalable Calgary startups - supported by Calgary Economic Development, Calgary Innovation Coalition, Scale Up Canada and the local tech ecosystem of Calgary.

These are Calgary based startups with the following characteristics:

  1. Canada-made innovation with high potential for global commercialization and export

  2. Positive impact on the world towards environment, food security, health outcomes etc.

  3. High potential for advancing and strengthening the local economy

The application is open to all startups based in the Calgary region. There is no cost for startups. The deadline to apply is March 31st 2025.

Startups can apply using the form below:

FAQ

What is the program timeline?

  • Calgary50 launch and applications open - January 2025

  • Calgary50 applications close - March 31st 2025

  • Due diligence and jury deliberations - early April 2025

  • Calgary50 list announcement - late April 2025

  • Investor showcases, investor access and intros for Calgary50 startups - May & June 2025

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