Women in the New Economy - Disruption in 2022
2022-01-20 11:00 - 12:30 (America/Edmonton) | Virtual Online
Canada’s economy is undergoing an incredible digital transformation, and in 2022

About this event

Canada’s economy is undergoing an incredible digital transformation, and in 2022, disruptive technologies will continue to reshape the future of entrepreneurship, industry and trade
To succeed, this evolution requires diverse participation. Women are making powerful contributions to our evolution, but at just 25% of our tech labor force, it’s critical to support greater inclusion.
This November, Canadian Blockchain Association for Women (CBAW) and ecosystem partners are coming together for a special day of events celebrating the achievements of our talented female tech leadership, announcing new grants for tech education, and shining a light on opportunities for women in Canada’s emerging technology sectors.
Join us to learn about the next year ahead in tech disruption, hear inspiring insights from diverse leaders and discover how women can accelerate their careers by leveraging innovation.

Naked at Work - 150 StartUps Roundtable
2022-01-21 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Online
Roundtable discussions on how to apply the learnings from Danessa Knaup’s fireside chat (January 7 2022) and her book, Naked at Work. Join in on the discussions and learn from other’s perspectives.

Biz Link Level Up Series: Social Success
2022-01-27 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual Online
Digital Economy Program Level Up Series: Social Success

About this event

The Digital Economy Program is offering a FREE marketing learning series hosted by Kelly Doody from Social School!
In this webinar you will learn how to:
1) Gain a platform by platform understanding today’s social spaces and how to best put them to use in your business.
2) Understand the pay-to-play social media landscape. Learn how paid content plays an integral role in reaching your target audience by breaking through the algorithms and growing your overall reach and return.
3) Discover today’s proven practices for promoting your content on Facebook and Instagram and when to layer in sponsored content on LinkedIn, Pinterest and Twitter.
About Kelly Doody and Social School: Social School was born from the recognition that what modern businesses needed most was not an expensive agency or outsourced expert, but rather, empowered in-house skills.
Thu, January 27, 2022
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM MST

Startup TNT Life Sciences Investment Summit
2022-02-03 16:30 - 18:30 | Virtual Online
20 life sciences entrepreneurs pitch their companies to 40+ angel investors and the public at this virtual event Feb 3!

20 pitches. 1 massive Zoom party. 4 in-person afterparties*.
At the Startup TNT Life Sciences Investment Summit, we’re aiming to raise $1M+ for seed-stage life sciences companies with economic impact in Alberta, while engaging local investors to become confident angels. Big thanks to Applied Pharmaceutical Innovation for helping make this sector-specific Summit possible.
As part of the investor due diligence process, and to show off the great companies we have growing in the Prairies, the top 20 companies will deliver their punchy 3-minute pitches in a public virtual forum on Feb 3, starting at 4:30pm MST.
Online event details:
4:30–6:30pm MST
Pitches will take place on Zoom, register for the link (will also be streamed on YouTube)
In-person afterparties*:
6:30pm MST till late
Head down afterwards to your local watering hole to celebrate with the entrepreneurs, investors and community friends.
YEG, YYC, YXE and YQR afterparty locations coming soon*
Top 20 Companies:
Will be announced Jan 24!

What is Bitcoin Class
2022-02-04 11:30 - 2022-02-06 12:30 | Virtual Online
About this event

Bitcoin is a rare example where the first iteration of a technology has kept its dominance – it’s still by far the most successful use-case for blockchain technology. Why hasn’t bitcoin gone the way of MySpace? This special presentation is designed to help the average person understand what makes bitcoin especially important in these turbulent times.

Founder Fridays - Growth Hacking
2022-02-04 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual Online
Join Founder Fridays in a Fireside chat with Tiffany daSilva , Creator of the Growth Hacking Box

Startup TNT Cleantech Investment Summit - Top 20
2022-02-17 16:30 - 18:30 | Virtual Online
20 cleantech entrepreneurs pitch their companies to 30+ angel investors and the public at this virtual event on Feb 17!

About this event

20 pitches. 1 massive Zoom party. 4 in-person afterparties*.
At the Startup TNT Cleantech Investment Summit, we’re aiming to raise $500,000+ for seed-stage cleantech companies that are reducing greenhouse gases and making economic impact in the Prairies, while engaging local investors to become confident angels. Big thanks to Foresight Canada for helping make this sector-specific Summit possible.
As part of the investor due diligence process, and to show off the great companies we have growing in the Prairies, the top 20 companies will deliver their punchy 3-minute pitches in a public virtual forum on Feb 17, starting at 4:30pm MST.
Online event details:
4:30–6:30pm MST
Pitches will take place on Zoom, register for the link (will also be streamed on YouTube)
YXE is hosting a watch party at Birmingham’s Vodka & Ale House, join us from 5:00 pm CST on to watch the pitches and connect at the afterparty!
In-person afterparties*:
6:30pm MST till late
Head down afterwards to your local watering hole to celebrate with the entrepreneurs, investors and community friends.
YEG – Campio Brewing, 10257 105 St NW
YYC – Briggs, 100-317 10 Ave SW
YXE – Birmingham’s Vodka & Ale House, 810 Circle Dr. E
YQR – Cathedral Social Hall, 1801 Hamilton St
Top 20 Companies:
Will be announced on Feb 14!
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*Public health notice:
Please ensure that you follow all venue restrictions.

We also ask that once you’ve found a seat you hang out there for the night, this is another way that we can help keep each other safe and healthy.

Startup TNT Cleantech Investment Summit,
2022-02-17 16:30 - 18:45 | Alberta
20 cleantech entrepreneurs pitch their companies to 30+ angel investors and the public at this virtual event on Feb 17!

20 pitches. 1 massive Zoom party. 4 in-person afterparties*.
At the Startup TNT Cleantech Investment Summit, we’re aiming to raise $500,000+ for seed-stage cleantech companies that are reducing greenhouse gases and making economic impact in the Prairies, while engaging local investors to become confident angels. Big thanks to Foresight Canada for helping make this sector-specific Summit possible.
As part of the investor due diligence process, and to show off the great companies we have growing in the Prairies, the top 20 companies will deliver their punchy 3-minute pitches in a public virtual forum on Feb 17, starting at 4:30pm MST.
Online event details:
4:30–6:30pm MST
Pitches will take place on Zoom, register for the link (will also be streamed on YouTube)
In-person afterparties*:
6:30pm MST till late
Head down afterwards to your local watering hole to celebrate with the entrepreneurs, investors and community friends.
YEG, YYC, YXE and YQR afterparty locations coming soon*
Top 20 Companies:
Will be announced on TBA!
*Public health notice:
At TNT, we care about our community and will only host in-person events if it’s safe to do so. Our venues are part of the Restrictions Exemption Program, and you will need to provide one of the following (along with photo ID), upon entry:

Proof of vaccination
Proof of privately-paid negative rapid test result taken within 72 hours of service, or
Documentation of a medical exemption

AI for Society Reverse Expo
2022-02-18 11:00 - 14:00 | Virtual Online
February 18, 2022, from 11am to 2pm, register here
AI4Society is organizing its annual Reverse Expo on February 18 and invites our alumni, our industry partners, and our broad community with an interest in AI to connect with UoA researchers and students. This mini-conference offers a space where students, researchers, and community members alike ask questions, explore innovative ideas, and plan collaborations to develop creative solutions to some of our world’s most pressing problems.
This year the Reverse Expo will be held virtually, showcasing posters on a broad range of AI-related research projects, including (but not limited to) data analysis and visualization, information extraction, robotics, search, planning, sensor-data analysis, machine learning, and AI applications.
Our event will be held on the GatherTown platform, from 11 am to 2 pm, and will remain open until 4 pm, to allow attendees, researchers, and students to set up more focused meetings if they choose.
Attendees can register through this link, or with the button below.
We are looking forward to seeing you there!
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Presenters and Attendees will receive log in information privately one day before the event.

Founder Fridays - Round Table on the Growth Hacking Box
2022-02-18 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual Online
Roundtable discussions on how to apply the learnings from the Feb 18 Fireside chat with Tiffany daSilva , Creator of the Growth Hacking Box

Managing Massive Business Growth
2022-03-03 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual Online
Everyone dreams of scaling their business and helping millions of people, but few entrepreneurs ever figure out how to get to this kind of scale! Growing a multi-million dollar company is hard, risky, and a crazy amount of work. Join us on March 3rd to hear how Rviita Energy Tea started as an ATB BoostR campaign in 2019, working out of a living room, to a multi-national company carried in over 700 stores across Canada. Founder Mitch Jacobsen discusses some of the trials and tribulations he has endured on this journey, some of the mistakes and pitfalls to watch out for, and many of the strategies that has helped Rviita grow from a small startup to a brand with national presence. Mitch will discuss everything from sales, hiring and firing, personal development, raising money, and tips on bootstrapping a successful startup.

AB IoT - Cloud, AI & IoT
2022-03-04 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual Online
mCloud unlocks the untapped potential of energy-intensive assets using IoT, AI, and the cloud.

About this event

mCloud unlocks the untapped potential of energy-intensive assets using IoT, AI, and the cloud. With 63,000+ assets connected globally, the company counts on partners to bring their AssetCare™ solutions to market in industries that include oil and gas, commercial building management, and wind energy.
In November, Deloitte named mCloud the 57th fastest-growing tech company in North America and the second-fastest-growing cleantech company in Canada. On the back of recently announced partnerships with Aramco and Mercedes EQ, mCloud EVP and CMO Dr. Barry Po will share some insight into the importance of developing business partnerships in the IoT space, and the keys to successfully building mutually beneficial relationships.
Event Agenda

10:00am – Member Meeting
10:10am – General Session with mCloud
10:40am – Breakout Rooms + Networking
11:00am – Close

Meet the Speaker

Founder Fridays - Charasmatic Leadership
2022-03-07 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual Online
Fireside chat with Edmonton’s Kurian Mathew Tharakan author of The 7 Essential Stories Charasmatic Leaders Tell.

TNT – What Does 2021 Year Mean for Your Valuation?
2022-03-14 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Online
Join us for a discussion on how to approach valuation for an early-stage tech company.

About this event

What Does 2021’s Record-Breaking Year Mean for Your Valuation?
A Conversation hosted by Startup TNT and BDC
Negotiating the valuation of an early-stage tech startup with investors can be a daunting task for any entrepreneur. But it doesn’t have to be.
Join us for this facilitated discussion on the effects of rising business valuations in 2022 and how they have had on raising equity and financing for entrepreneurs.
Learn how you can turn your approach to valuation into a methodical, well-researched, and enjoyable negotiation with your investors.
Facilitator :Zack Storms, Startup TNT
Panel: Brenda Slauko, BDC; Mike Wilson, Drugbank; Arden Tse, Accelerate Fund III

OKGN Angel Summit
2022-03-16 17:30 - 20:30 | Virtual Online
Get ready for an elevated investment experience. The OKGN Angel Summit is back for its fourth year!

About this event

Get ready. Get excited. It’s time to secure your spot for the Summit finale!
The OKGN Angel Summit Finale is the culmination of a 10-week program where accredited investors and startup entrepreneurs are trained in the capital-raising process. On March 16th, six remaining companies will make their final pitch for the $150K investment fund.
First Nations leader, Canadian businessman, and Author, Chief Clarence Louie, will be taking to the virtual stage to deliver a keynote address. He has been the Chief of the Osoyoos Indian Band for an impressive ten terms and has received numerous recognitions and accolades, including; being a recipient of the Order of Canada and being inducted into the BC Business Hall of Fame and Canadian Business Hall of Fame. During his talk, Chief Louie will share his insights from his progressive work with the Osoyoos Indian Band and inspire us on how we can create stronger communities through entrepreneurship and economic development.
After the pitches, while the investors deliberate on a winner, Renée Warren and Dan Martell will join for a fireside chat. This husband and wife duo are both successful, award-winning entrepreneurs and experienced investors. Renée coaches female entrepreneurs through her business, We Wild Women and Dan helps SAAS founders scale through his business the SAAS Academy.

Basic and Beyond – Personal Income Tax
2022-03-17 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual Online
Seminar is ideal for individuals/sole proprietors/business owners who need to file 2020 personal taxes:

Renew knowledge about various income that needs to be reported; deductions and credits available to be claimed on 2021 income tax and benefit return.

Changes from the COVID-19 pandemic (For 2021 Only), Learn about the numerous tax implications on different forms of support received from the government.

Learn about the personal tax deadlines, penalties and interest charged on failure to report income as well various forms of ways to make payments to Canada Revenue Agency.

A look at personal tax rates for various income levels.

Learn about the CRA scammers strategies and educating yourself by knowing what the CRA will and will not do.

TNT Life Sciences Investment Summit Finale
2022-03-17 15:30 - 19:30 | Virtual Online
Real angel investments will be going to at least 1 Prairie startup (likely more!) and announced LIVE

About this event

40+ investors have each committed $5000, spent 8 weeks working together to conduct due diligence on 20 Alberta life sciences companies, and will be announcing their investment decisions live at the TNT Life Sciences Investment Summit Finale on March 17!
We have raised over $5 million dollars for 33 startups across the Prairies so far, how much will we raise this time, and for how many companies???
5 finalists. 1 massive Zoom party. 4 in-person watch parties AND afterparties.
3:30–7:30pm MST program

3:30–5:00pm MST: pre-game panels and special guests
5:00–6:00pm MST: finalist pitches!
6:00–7:00pm MST: investor deliberation
7:00–7:30pm MST: investment announcements and cheque ceremony!

7:30pm MST till late: in-person afterparties (YEG, YYC, YXE and YQR)
Online Event Details
Register for the Zoom Link or watch on YouTube.
3:30–7:30pm MST
The event will be streamed on one big Zoom party (and on YouTube), register for the link. Or you can join us at our watch parties detailed below.
In-Person Viewing & Afterparties
3:30–7:30pm MST | 7:30pm MST till late
Watch the pitches LIVE on stage in YEG, or together at the watch party in YYC. Then stick around for the afterparties and celebrate till late with your startup communities in YEG, YYC, YXE and YQR! Locations TBC.

Changing the Narrative: New ways to think about Alberta’s economy in 2022
2022-03-24 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual Online
As we enter a new year, a lot has changed — yet a lot remains the same. COVID is still with us, climate change is even more pressing and global trade remains unsettled. Alberta’s economy is transforming, but we need new ways to think about our economy in order to thrive in a permanently uncertain world. What lies ahead? And how will a new narrative help us adjust?

Presenter
Todd Hirsch

As Vice President and Chief Economist for ATB Financial, Todd spends much of his time delivering dynamic, clear-eyed talks on topics ranging from the economy and creativity, to adaptability and the future of work. For more than 25 years, he has worked as an economist for organizations including the Canada West Foundation and the Bank of Canada.
Todd has been recognized as one of Alberta’s most influential people. He’s received the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal, the University of Alberta’s Alumni Honour Award, and an honorary degree from Mount Royal University. He previously taught economics at the University of Calgary and for the Executive Education program at the University of Alberta.
He is the author of four books. His latest, Spiders in COVID Space: Adapting during and after the pandemic, was released in March 2021. The book captures the inspiring and compelling stories of businesses and not-for-profits that reinvented themselves during the pandemic.
A strong advocate of the arts and culture, he serves on the boards of Calgary’s Glenbow Museum and the Alberta Ballet. He is also an advisor to the Dean of the Chiu School of Business at Bow Valley College in Calgary.

StartupTNT and WESK present Women in Venture Capital
2022-03-24 18:00 - 21:00 | Sakatoon Club, 417 21st Street East, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
Join us for an extra special edition of Startup TNT’s Thursday Night Tradition with a panel discussion about women in venture capital.

About this event

🍻 Another special edition of Happy Hour is happening on March 24th! StartupTNT and WESK present Women in Venture Capital – A Panel Discussion, featuring Katrina German, Kenzie Bergeron, Laurie Dmytryshyn, and Denise Baril.
We will be at the Saskatoon Club (417 21st St E) from 6pm to 10pm. RSVP for a great night of discussion, networking and real connections.
Light refreshments and drinks will be provided, sponsored by Ethical Digital, Harmony Insurance and Financial Services, and PIC Investment Group.
6:00pm-9:00pm program Saskatchewan Time

6:00pm – event start
6:30pm – panel discussion
7:30pm/8:00pm – panel discussion ends, networking begins

Please follow the directives and rules set out by the venue.

IoT North Conference
2022-03-30 08:00 - 2022-03-31 17:00 | BMO Centre – Stampede Park
IoT North Conference is a world class, two-day business and technical conference featuring, deep discussion, collaborative content, and a vibrant marketplace for business. The conference will convey national and international perspective and insights about the IoT Sector through dynamic panel discussions, round table conversations and use case presentations. The exhibition will feature those innovative Canadian and International companies who demonstrate some of the best in Canadian Technology driving our economy and creating advancements and opportunities.
Register to attend as a delegate of IoT North Conference 2022 and hear from executive level professionals and prominent thought leaders from companies and associations who are key stakeholders and advocates for IoT, such as: Attabotics, Spartan Controls, BDC, Clean Resource Innovation Network (CRIN), Alberta IoT Association, AIoT Canada, SensorUp, TELUS Business, Economic Development Lethbridge, SAIT, Supply Chain Canada, VizworX, Health Cities, just to name a few!

TNT Cleantech Investment Summit Finale
2022-04-07 15:30 - 19:30 | Virtual Online
Real angel investments will be going to at least one Prairie startup (likely more!) and announced LIVE!

About this event

30+ investors have each committed $5,000, spent 8 weeks working together to conduct due diligence on 20 companies across Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba, and will be announcing their investment decisions live at the TNT Cleantech Investment Summit Finale on April 7!
We have raised over $5 million dollars for 33 startups across the Prairies so far – how much will we raise this time, and for how many companies???
5 finalists. 1 massive Zoom party. 4 in-person watch parties AND afterparties.
3:30–7:30pm MST program

3:30–5:00pm MST: pre-game panels and special guests
5:00–6:00pm MST: finalist pitches!
6:00–7:00pm MST: investor deliberation
7:00–7:30pm MST: investment announcements and cheque ceremony!

7:30pm MST till late: in-person afterparties (YEG, YYC, YXE and YQR)
Online Event Details
Register for the Zoom Link or watch on YouTube.
3:30–7:30pm MST
The event will be streamed on one big Zoom party (and on YouTube), register for the link. Or you can join us at our watch parties detailed below.
In-Person Watch & Afterparties
Program 3:30–7:30pm MST, afterparties till late
Watch the pitches LIVE on stage in YYC, or together at the watch parties. Then stick around for the afterparties and celebrate till late with your startup communities in YEG, YYC, YXE and YQR! Locations TBC.
Public Health Notice
Please follow the directives and rules set out by each viewing and afterparty location.

We also ask that once you’ve found a seat you hang out there for the night, this is another way that we can help keep each other safe and healthy.

FutureCite Connector - What Do Employers Look for in New Hires?
2022-06-24 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Online
Join our Connector Series to “Begin Your Journey”! Find out insights from industry and educators to help map out your career pathways! We start off at 12noon with a panel discussion followed by networking at virtual tables. Change table every 10 minutes to ask your questions or listen to other attendees and the advice from experienced leaders at each of the tables. Register early to save your seat!

So who’s going that you may know?
Akriti is in her second year of business studies and wants to discover how she can apply her learnings to open doors to career opportunities! Check out her video below!
https://futurecite.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/FutureCite-June-24-2022-Event-Akriti.mp4
Ahmed is in his second year of accounting! He’s looking to explore different opportunities beyond accounting. Check out his video below!
https://futurecite.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/FutureCite-June-24-2022-Event-Ahmed-Video.mp4
Lesley is in her 4th year of criminology and is looking to explore opportunities as a research assistant! Check out her story below!
https://futurecite.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/FutureCite-June-24-2022-Event-Lesley.mp4

Bitcoin & the Future Economy . An Exclusive Seminar with Saifedean Ammous
2022-07-07 07:30 - 13:00 | Calgary Downtown Marriott Hotel
About this event

In 2021, Bitcoin adoption skyrocketed  across the world’s banks, corporations, and governments – and this incredible rise to prominence in the global economy was long predicted by economist Dr. Saifedean Ammous, one of the cryptocurrency’s premier thought leaders and author of best-selling book The Bitcoin Standard.
An internationally renowned speaker and expert on the evolution and importance of Bitcoin as a technological enabler of sound monetary policy, Dr. Ammous will be providing an essential lesson on Bitcoin’s history, economic theory, and emerging applications at Bitcoin and the Future Economy, an  exclusive Canadian Blockchain Consortium seminar.
The accelerating role of Bitcoin as a key part of banking, commerce, and energy profitability means that all leaders, across the public and private sector, urgently need to understand what this innovative technology means for  their business, industry, and policy development.
Dr. Ammous’s compelling presentations put Bitcoin in a historical and economic context that will help inform  effective business and government strategies in this new  digital economy.
Breakfast and Lunch are included

Thu, 7 July 2022
7:30 AM – 1:00 PM MDT

FutureCite Connector Series - What do HealthTech Employers look for in New Hires?
2022-08-11 11:45 - 13:00 | Virtual Online
Thinking of options for your career pathway? Maybe you are considering new skills or experiences that may help you to open door?
Join us on August 11, 2022 at noon MST for our second FutureCite Connector Series Meetup where we bring together Jobseekers, Employers and Educators for a fireside panel session chat – followed by networking at virtual tables with speakers and mentors to discover new ideas, future skills, pathways and opportunities to help shape your future!
Register early to make sure that your links work to get max engagement on our Airmeet Event Channel. Register link: FutureCite Connector Meetup August 11 2022
Access the event early at 11:45 am to mingle in our virtual lounge! Speaker Panels starts at noon MST!

Look who’s joining our Community Network and why they’re going to our August 11 2022 Connector Event! Are you going?
Testimonials from our College Student Event Ambassadors!
Martin E. is a second year chemical engineering student- check out why he’s going!
https://futurecite.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Martin.mp4
Juanita D. is a second year psychology and forensic science student – Check out why she’s going!
https://futurecite.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Juanita.mp4
Ebru N. was in political science and is shifting to software engineering – check out why she’s going!
https://futurecite.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Ebru.mp4
Jeremy S. is a 4th year health sciences student looking to explore opportunities- check out why he’s going!
https://futurecite.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Jeremy.mp4

Great Prairies Pitch Marathon 2022
2022-08-18 08:00 - 17:00 | Virtual Online
The Great Prairies Pitch Marathon is a startup ‘Show and Tell’ that showcases Prairie startups from all sectors and stages in a friendly setting with a supportive audience. There are no prizes. No awards. No judges. Just entrepreneurs pitching to the community, showcasing their companies and seeing how members of the audience may be able to help them grow.
We plan to run over 200 3-minute pitches between 8 am and 5 pm MDT (9 am – 6 pm CT) on August 18, 2022 via Zoom, followed by an awesome in-person afterparties in YEG, YYC, YXE, YQR, YWG!
Goals
– Entrepreneur-led community building with peer-to-peer support for startups across all stages and sectors
– Friendly, competitive spirit to incite startups to raise their game in a globally competitive world
– Showcase Prairies startups to various stakeholders locally and globally
– Learn about the diverse companies growing here in the Prairies
– Provide feedback, referrals and introductions to Prairie startups
Notes:
– Organizations from across the Prairies will co-host each hour-long pitch segment
– The event will be hosted on Zoom with a lively chat and streamed to YouTube
– Audience members are encouraged to make suggestions, recommendations and referrals in the chat
– Everyone gathers together (virtually) and then may choose to attend an in-person afterparties in Edmonton, Calgary, Saskatoon, Regina and Winnipeg.
– Family friendly.

Venture Trailblazers, Featuring Roelof Botha of Sequoia Capital
2022-11-02 09:30 - 12:30 | Virtual Online
Great leadership and industry insights from the Managing Partner of Sequoia Capital!
As an Alumni and Graduate of the Founder Institute, FutureCite will be attending this event! The event is open to alumni and companies currently accepted into their programs! Link for alumni and current participants to register below.
Image Credits: Founder Institute & VC Lab Networks
Venture Trailblazers connects world-leading investors, founders, and ecosystem leaders from across the globe to discuss the latest trends in startups and venture capital.
The inaugural event will take place on Wednesday November 2nd, and feature a Fireside Chat with Roelof Botha (Managing Partner at Sequoia Capital). After the Fireside Chat there will also be a short panel discussion on VC trends with emerging fund managers from across the globe, followed by a long structured networking session.
Venture Trailblazers is an exclusive, invite-only event series hosted by the Founder Institute and VC Lab.

REGISTER

XPrize - Future of Avatars
2022-11-04 11:00 - 2022-11-05 19:00 | Virtual Online
Thinking of exploring what the the future will be? We are and so can you!

MEET THE EXHIBITORS

Introducing you to some of the 30 exhibitors at the ANA Avatar XPRIZE Tech Fair:
Blue Origin: Founded with a vision of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, Blue Origin’s efforts include flying astronauts to space on New Shepard, producing reusable liquid rocket engines, building next-generation space habitats, and returning to the surface of the Moon.
At the fair, meet the researchers powering these achievements and share your visions for life in space. Write or draw your ideas on a postcard and Blue Origin will actually send it to space on a New Shepard rocket, then return it to you stamped “Flown to Space.”
Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL): The world’s leader in robotic space exploration, JPL are sending rovers to Mars, probes into the farthest reaches of the solar system, and satellites to advance understanding of our home planet.
Experience JPL’s software ProtoSpace, a collaborative augmented reality CAD visualization tool that is actually used by our engineers to design and build for NASA. This is a hands-on demonstration to see a full-scale spacecraft in augmented reality!
Surface Avatar (DLR x ESA): Developing robots designed to act in surroundings that are inaccessible or dangerous to humans, and that can support humans in everyday life and work.
Visit their booth to find out how astronauts are commanding a robot on Earth, exactly like several crew members have done from the ISS! Using the same multi-modal user interface, you will command a humanoid robot, Rollin’ Justin, in a variety of tasks in a simulated Martian environment.
Puli Space: Alumni of the Google Lunar XPRIZE, Puli Space develops a lightweight, low cost planetary rover with unique mobility capabilities to explore lunar water resources.
At the ANA Avatar XPRIZE Tech Fair, they’ll present the Puli rover I2.61 – visitors can experience its Mission Control interface and drive the rover. Plus, they’ll demo the NASA awarded Puli Lunar Water Snooper, a miniaturized neutron detector, which will search for water ice on the Moon.
Can’t make it? We’ll be live streaming the testing of our competing avatars.

Register for the live link here

Image Credit: XPrize

TRY THE TECH – ARE YOU READY?

The ANA Avatar XPRIZE Tech Fair will host 30 exhibitors from around the world to showcase their cutting edge tech across robotics, VR, haptics, and teleoperation.
We’re calling on you, our attendees and XPRIZE family, to wear, touch and see these technologies in action, experiencing the future of avatars first hand.

Get your free ticket here

360 by Deloitte: Spotlight on digital transformation
2022-11-15 09:00 - 2022-11-17 12:00 | Virtual Online
Build your tech-forward future, and learn the latest from Canadian and global thought leaders

Register today and join public and private sector leaders from all over Canada, as we uncover the issues, trends, disruptions, and innovations in digital transformation. Get inspired from our keynotes and dive-deep into sessions from global thought leaders at the intersection of business strategy, cloud, AI, and cybersecurity, aimed to help accelerate and engineer your tech-forward future.
Get inspired and connect with your peers
Connect to the event in real-time to have the opportunity to interact directly with other attendees as well as with speakers. All sessions are recorded and available to registered participants at the conclusion of the conference. All registration is complimentary.
November 15, 2022 – November 17, 2022
9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Telus CSW Demo Day - Viewing Party
2022-11-16 16:00 - 18:00 | AMII HQ, 10065 Jasper Avenue 2nd Floor, via main lobby escalator. Edmonton, AB T5J 3B1, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 3B1, Canada
The TELUS Community Safety & Wellness Accelerator (CSW) powered by AlchemistX is excited to invite you to our Demo Day Viewing Party on November 16th 2022 from 4 to 6 pm MST! We will be highlighting this passionate group of 20 phenomenal start-ups in social tech innovation that have just completed our 12-week accelerator program!

DATE: Wednesday November 16, 2022
TIME: 4-6pm MST
LOCATION: AMII – 2nd Floor, access via main lobby escalator. 10065 Jasper Ave. Edmonton, AB.

What to Expect:

Welcome + Intro
Screening of Company Pitches
Refreshments + Networking with the Edmonton innovation, entrepreneurship + social impact community

TNT SUMMIT VI FINALE
2022-11-17 08:00 - 17:00 | Virtual Online
NOV 17, 2022
SUMMIT VI FINALE
TNT’s raising over $1M+ for startups across AB, SK, and MB, on Nov 17, 2022! Watch real angel investors make their funding decisions LIVE
