Our region thrives because of the support of investors, elevators, an extensive startup support system, and established and prominent research hubs. Innovation in the region is inclusive - it's happening across diverse sectors and includes social, cultural, sustainable and indigenous innovation.
The Edmonton Region is a place to challenge boundaries, unlock your potential, and achieve the unthinkable.
Concordia University offers over 45 majors and minors in the fields of Arts, Science, and Management, two after-degree programs, three masters degrees, and several graduate certificates and diplomas.
Decentralized Energy Canada provide a network pathway for startups, entrepreneurs, corporations, and market leaders to work together in the most efficient and productive way. it also provides training for those seeking to develop onsite energy solutions.
The Edmonton Region Hydrogen Hub has plans underway for more than 25 projects related to the production, transportation and end use of hydrogen, and carbon capture and storage, the HUB will put the Edmonton Region on a path to net-zero and help create a future for the energy industry.
Emission Reduction Alberta clean technology investments help innovators develop and demonstrate Alberta-based technologies that lower emissions and costs. ERA takes action on climate change and supports economic growth by investing in the pilot, demonstration and deployment of clean technology solutions that reduce GHGs, lower costs, attract investment, and create jobs in Alberta.
EO is a global peer-to-peer network of 13,000+ influential business owners with 179 chapters in 59 countries, connecting entrepreneurs to new opportunities and once-in-a-lifetime experiences.
TAP is an innovative program designed to help small- and medium-sized enterprises gain knowledge and a network of contacts to unleash their export potential. Offered through a series of online workshop sessions with trade and industry experts, Canadian business leaders learn to overcome export barriers and reach new markets faster.
Futurpreneur has been fueling the entrepreneurial passions of Canada’s young enterprise for two decades. Futurpreneur is the only national, non-profit organization that provides financing, mentoring and support tools to aspiring business owners aged 18-39. Their mentoring program hand matches young entrepreneurs with a business expert from a network of more than 2,400 volunteer mentors.
The Hydrogen Centre of Excellence accelerates technology and innovation across the hydrogen value chain, closing innovation and support gaps and strengthening Alberta’s hydrogen economy. It supports studies, opportunity analyses, the development of codes and standards and fosters the development of partnerships to advance the integration of hydrogen into the energy system.