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.
The foundation invests in world class research (both Type 1 and Type 2). The ADF works in tandem with some of the world’s best diabetes researchers and allocates funding where and when it is needed most, ensuring that important diabetes research and projects do not become stalled.
The Alberta Esports Association (AESA) is a non-profit organization founded in 2020 and established as the governing body for provincial esports within Alberta. Building Alberta’s esports industry with a community-driven approach to foster the growth of local communities, create opportunities for player excellence, and foster career pathways for long-term industry success.
Alberta IoT is a non-profit, member based association that exists to nurture and support the growth of Alberta’s Internet of Things and emerging technology sectors.
A global leader in machine intelligence, the intersection of machine learning and AI. From staff scientists to academic researchers, AMII develop theoretical foundations and create leading-edge applications for state-of-the-art technologies.
AWE provides tools and resources to help women across the province succeed in starting or growing a business. For more than twenty-five years AWE has connected women with access to capital, training and workshops, business advising, and mentorship opportunities.
API is an Edmonton region-based not-for-profit organization that provides the expertise, services, and infrastructure of a pharmaceutical company. Working with a network of collaborating organizations, they help innovators launch their ideas into the real world, connect industry to the services they need for commercial success, and accelerate all aspects of the drug development process.
BioAlberta is a member-driven association that represents and promotes the province’s vibrant and diverse life sciences industry. Through their many partnerships and collaborations, they are dedicated to promoting Alberta’s life science sectors, locally, nationally and internationally.
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.