Innovation from here for the world

Meeting global challenges with homegrown ingenuity.

Explore Our Programs

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I'm on campus

Whether you’re brainstorming ideas for a side-hustle, conducting ground-breaking research, or taking steps to grow your existing business, we can help bring your ideas to the world. Our programs on campus are available for
students, graduate students, post-doctoral researchers, and faculty.

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I want to start

You have an idea or need a little help getting your business off the ground. We have you covered with programs to develop, prototype and formalize your idea or plan, and experts who can guide you through the process, from securing investments to business and sales plans that will launch you into market.

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I want to grow

You have an established business and presence in the market. Maybe you are a small business or a multinational company — either way, you know there are always more opportunities to innovate and grow. We have the expertise and networks to connect you with what you need to double down, to adapt, and to pivot, when it comes to your innovation, technology and strategic deal-making. 

Our programs are offered at no cost, thanks to funding from:

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We are a city of innovators with solutions to the world’s toughest challenges. Whether you launch here, land here, or pivot here, at Edmonton Unlimited, we are here for you. We provide programming and resources that Edmonton’s innovators, big thinkers and problem solvers need to turn their ideas into solutions.

Innovation Stories

Edmonton Startup Week

Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned business leader, a working professional, an investor, or curious about innovation and technology, Edmonton Startup Week is for you. 

Immerse yourself in five days from Oct. 10-14 of community-led workshops, socials, and events showcasing Edmonton’s startup community and culture of innovation. 

Innovation in Edmonton

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Together, we are putting Edmonton on the map, with innovators working to solve the world’s biggest problems. Great things are happening in Edmonton, and they’re happening fast. 

1,200+

Total participation in 2022 Edmonton Unlimited programs.

9750+​

Hours of 1:1 industry-specific business support delivered.
*Scaleup Programming
Edmonton startup ecosystem value increased by 236% since 2020: currently $641 million, up from $191 million in 2020 and $435 million in 2021.
Source: 2022 Global Startup Ecosystem Report

Early-stage funding increased by 50% from $89M in 2021 to $134M in 2022.

Source: 2022 Global Startup Ecosystem Report

125+

Companies tackling a Global Challenge, such as the climate emergency, food security, public health, digital inclusion, social justice, and Reconciliation.

250+

Companies participating in Edmonton Unlimited programming are working on a Sustainable Development Goal (SDG).

Your impact as a partner

Partnerships bring a diversity of perspectives, local knowledge, and expertise to address global challenges. By bringing together a range of partners, from a variety of sectors and locations, it’s possible to create significant impact on a global scale. From supporting our programs that help local innovators build their big ideas, to a wide range of sponsorship and engagement opportunities, there’s a place for you.

Join our growing group of partners helping to bring Edmonton-made solutions to the next level and onto the world stage.

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Explore our programming or book a 30-minute meeting with our team to see how we can help you with your idea or business.

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