Top Capital Sources for Calgary Founders (2026)
Grants, loans, angel networks, and funds actively backing early-stage founders in Calgary, from non-dilutive microgrants to full venture rounds.
A100 is a community of seasoned tech founders and executives supporting Alberta entrepreneurs.

Alberta Innovates provides funding, research, and innovation services to entrepreneurs across the province.

ATB supports entrepreneurs with resources, mentorship, and financial services.
Connecting Black Tech Entrepreneurs to the Local Innovation Ecosystem.

CDL helps massively scalable science- and tech-based companies transition from pre-seed to seed stage.
InterGen connects experienced business leaders with scaling companies in Alberta.
OCIF invests in projects that help grow Calgary’s economy and innovation ecosystem.

Startup TNT supports Canadian startups with investment summits, local angel investing, and networking events to build thriving startup communities.

Technology Alberta – an Industry Association which works in partnership to support Alberta’s growing tech companies with talent, knowledge and community.

The51 is a financial platform and venture fund focused on powering female-led businesses.
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Thin Air Labs is a venture capital and services firm creating human value by helping early-stage startups scale globally.

Valhalla provides capital and mentorship for early-stage startups across Western Canada.
Building something early-stage? Aurrin Ventures runs monthly pitch nights with $500–$1,000 non-dilutive microgrants for Calgary founders.
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