Top Innovation Hubs in Calgary (2026)

The institutions running accelerator programs, research support, and commercialization pathways for Calgary founders.

1Innovate Calgary
Innovate Calgary

Innovation hub supporting researchers, entrepreneurs, and businesses in Calgary.

→2Life Sciences Innovation Hub
Life Sciences Innovation Hub

A hub advancing health and life sciences innovation in Calgary through research and entrepreneurship.

→3Mount Royal University Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Mount Royal University Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship

MRU's institute advancing entrepreneurship education, programs, and community partnerships.

→4Platform Calgary
Platform Calgary

A central hub in Calgary connecting startups, entrepreneurs, and investors.

→5Rainforest Alberta
Rainforest Alberta

A community of innovators in Alberta focused on growing tech and entrepreneurship.

→6SAIT Applied Research and Innovation Services
SAIT Applied Research and Innovation Services

SAIT supports applied research and innovation projects across multiple industries.

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