2023 Rural Founder in Tech Pitch Competition

Are you a founder from a rural community in Alberta or a founder impacting the rural communities in Alberta looking for an opportunity to grow your network and get the funding and support you need to drive your business forward? Innovate Calgary, in partnership with Economic Development Lethbridge, BIPOC Foundation, MindFuel, Apex , Rural Innovation Network, Edmonton Unlimited, ElevateIP, RINSA, and Centre for Newcomers, wants to support you and your startup by hosting our very first Rural Founder in Tech Pitch Competition. Join us for an evening of networking with the Alberta tech ecosystem and pitch your company for the chance to receive investments and services from some of the leading partners in the tech ecosystem.

Apply below!

Here is a reference document with application details including eligibility, the application process and a heads-up on the application questions. Only applications submitted using the application form below will be considered.

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This pitch competition is brought to you in partnership with Economic Development Lethbridge, BIPOC Foundation, Mindfuel,  APEX and Rural Innovation Network.