Science-Based Innovation
Innovation Catalyst Grant
A pan-Alberta entrepreneurial fellowship to support STEM graduates in commercializing innovative science-based technologies
Innovate Calgary Programs and Funding
Innovate Calgary partners with the University of Calgary to offer a wide range of program and funding opportunities to help innovators learn, grow, and succeed.
Impact is born from opportunity
That’s our aim. To provide opportunities and open doors for students, entrepreneurs, and researchers and support them as they seek to make an impact in the world around them. So whether you’re looking for an opportunity to learn and grow with like-minded inventors or funding to fuel your research or startup company, we’ve got something for you.
Opportunities available to you
Find the program and funding opportunities most relevant to you and your goals.
Aerospace Innovation
Aerospace Accelerator Program
Life Sciences Innovation
Biobar Suppliers Program
Access valuable supplies at startup-friendly prices.
Agriculture, Energy Transition, Life Sciences Innovation, Social Innovation, Technology
ElevateIP Alberta
ElevateIP Alberta gives you access to the funding, support, resources and tools you need to protect your startup’s intellectual property (IP) and grow your business.
Energy Transition, Life Sciences Innovation
Equipment & Research Concierge Program
In partnership with the University of Calgary, the Concierge Program provides our community with access to specialized equipment and expertise within various university facilities to support your research.
Aerospace Innovation, Energy Transition, Life Sciences Innovation, Social Innovation
Expert Advisor Program
Get the advice you need to start up, accelerate and flourish.
Founder Matching Program
Life Sciences Innovation, Social Innovation
Lab2Market
Map the system
Map the System is a global competition that asks students and educators to think differently about social and environmental change.
Life Sciences Innovation
Start-up Visa Program
Innovate Calgary’s Start-up Visa Program provides services to support immigrant entrepreneurs who intend to build their innovative technology business in Canada.
Life Sciences Innovation
The Life Sciences Fellowship (Discontinued)
Level up your digital health or life sciences venture with funding, R&D infrastructure and professional development support.
Life Sciences Innovation, Social Innovation
UCeed Fund
