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The Launch in Alberta Conference & Expo is designed for potential and current founders, startups, and SMEs wishing to operate a business in Alberta and connects them with experts, investors, solutions providers and peers to start or accelerate their business growth.
Speed up your entrepreneurial journey through direct access to investors, valuable face-to-face networking with industry experts, immediate product and idea validation, and exposure to the latest market trends at the event.
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ABOUT THE LAUNCH IN ALBERTA
CONFERENCE & EXPO
What should you expect?
Whether you’re dreaming about it, just getting started or looking to scale your business in Alberta, the Launch in Alberta Conference & Expo is designed for you. You’ll walk away with the knowledge, connections, funding and resources to help you start and grow your business!
Conference
The conference focuses on the critical steps needed to successfully launch and grow a business in Alberta. Discussions will include regulatory navigation, funding pathways, local market dynamics, business structuring, visas/immigration pathways and professional networking.
Exhibition
The exhibition space is a dynamic marketplace to explore and discover products, services, and innovations from leading solutions providers. You will find local business support, regional innovation, funding & incentives, professional services and B2B matchmaking with community partners here.
Networking
Networking at the event offers the opportunity to build the local relationships necessary for success. The conversations center around finding local business support, navigating compliance, securing funding and understanding the market dynamics.
Awards
The Alberta Startup Awards is designed to celebrate the achievements, community contributions, and economic impact of the province’s entrepreneurs. It celebrates businesses across various sectors and recognizes the organizations that have worked to advance the growth of businesses in the province.
The Demo
Zone
The high-traffic, interactive area where companies present their products, services, or solutions directly to attendees, potential clients and investors, fostering faster purchasing decisions and deeper engagement.
Investor Matchmaking
The deal-making hub that is designed to facilitate one-on-one meetings between small business owners/startups seeking funding and investors (angel investors, venture capitalists, or financial institutions) looking for opportunities.
Women Who Launch
A dedicated, specialized zone designed to celebrate, elevate, and empower women founders, leaders, and innovators. This segment also focuses on overcoming unique challenges faced by women in business.
Immigrants Who Launch
A dedicated zone designed to highlight, support, and accelerate businesses founded by newcomer entrepreneurs. It provides networking opportunities, access to capital, and visibility in a new market.
THE SUMMIT STARTS IN:
Brands supporting new
businesses and startups.
Headlines are made here:
Event Partners
Start or grow
your business in:
Edmonton
Calgary
Lethbridge
Red Deer
Strathcona County
Airdrie
Fort McMurray
St. Albert
Grande Prairie
Medicine Hat
Cochrane
Lloydminster
Conference
Agenda
A full day of conferences,
exhibitions and networking!
exhibitions and networking!
All topics
Launching in Alberta
Sales & Marketing
Modern Operations & AI
Leadership & Culture
Growing & Scaling
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Conference Day 1
10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Navigating Alberta Corporate Registries: Step-by-step guidance on legally structuring and registering your business in the province.
10:30 AM – 11:00 PM
The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) Entrepreneurs Stream: Overview, practical compliance and regional business opportunities.
11:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Bootstrapping to Scaleup: How to utilize Alberta’s robust entrepreneurial support ecosystem to test and validate your initial idea.
11:30 PM – 12:00 PM
The Newcomer Advantage: Strategies for building trust and positioning a business for success in Canada's unique regional market.
12:00 PM – 12:30 PM
Funding Your First Act: Understanding provincial grants, Community Futures loans, and alternative financing for local startups.
12:30 PM – 1:00 PM
From Side Hustle to Full-Time: Balancing risk while transitioning your Alberta side hustle into a full-time enterprise.
1:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Business Law and IP: Protecting your innovations, trademarks, and navigating employment law as a first-time founder.
1:30 PM – 2:00 PM
Scaling Through the Prairies: Expanding your local operation to regional, national, and global markets.
2:00 PM – 2:30 PM
The Alberta Advantage in the Green Economy: How to launch sustainable, ESG-forward businesses and access green tech innovation funds.
2:30 PM – 3:00 PMÂ Â Â Â Â Â Â Â
Agri-Food Innovation: Capitalizing on value-add food production and sustainability initiatives in the Albertan agricultural sector.
3:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Leveraging the Alberta Investor Tax Credit (AITC): How to structure your company to attract angel investors and venture capital.
3:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Modern Marketing & Storytelling: Strategies for building a distinct brand profile that resonates with modern Alberta consumers.
4:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Alberta Grants & Subsidies Demystified: Navigating programs like the Canada-Alberta Job Grant and provincial innovation funds.
*Conference agenda subject to change without notice.
WHY
ATTEND?
TARGETED MENTORSHIP & GUIDANCE:
Get one-on-one help with early-stage hurdles, business modeling, and navigating provincial regulations through support initiatives.
ACCESS TO REGIONAL FUNDING & INVESTORS:
Connect directly with angel investor groups and funding agencies to secure capital and learn strategic fundraising.
NETWORK WITH A LOCAL ECOSYSTEM:
Rub shoulders with experienced founders, developers, and potential co-founders. These connections often lead to joint ventures and affiliate deals.
REAL-TIME MARKET VALIDATION:
Pitch your product to attendees, allowing you to gauge consumer interest, compare notes with competitors, and tweak pricing or packaging based on live interactions.
DISCOVER ALBERTA-SPECIFIC RESOURCES:
Uncover grant opportunities, tax advantages, and specialized programs that support Alberta-based startups and scale-up companies.
EXHIBITING
STARTUPS
REPRESENTED
BUSINESS SECTORS
Administrative and Support
Advertising
Agriculture
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
Beauty
Biomanufacturing
Building Material, Garden
Equipment & Supplies
Chemical Manufacturing
Distribution
Education
Fashion
Food, Beverage & Services
Furniture and Home
Furnishings
General Merchandise
Health & Personal Care
Health Services
Hospitality
ICT & Digital Technologies
International trade
Internet Publishing & Broadcasting
Leisure and Hospitality
Logistics
Robotics & Autonomous Systems
Manufacturing
Media
Motion Picture & Sound Recording
Nursing & Residential Care
Facilities
Personal & Laundry Services
Printing & Related Support
Activities
Female Technology
Professional & Business Services
Real Estate
Rental and Leasing Services
Repair and Maintenance
Retail
Robotics
Textiles & Apparel
Tourism
Transportation & Warehousing
Truck Transportation
Others
Who is this
Event For?
If you’re an innovator or founder ready to launch your dreams, the Launch in Alberta Conference & Expo is your place to be. With support at every level and investors who are ready to invest the event is your starting point.
Growing businesses seeking new opportunities, partnerships, and investments will also find everything that they need at the event.Â
We’re on the lookout for angel investors, venture capitalists, and funding entities who are scouting for promising businesses. This is your place to be, our highly innovative businesses will pique your interest.Â
Founders need support so if you have or work for a company which is offering essential services such as technological support to businesses then we want you there
Our Visionary
Speakers
Worldclass
*The full list of speakers and bios will be published shortly.
Tickets
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Exhibition Space
VARIOUS
Get access to:
3mx2m space
Table & Chairs
Carpet
Wifi
Waste bin
Company listing on event guide
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Sponsorship
VARIOUS
Includes:
Premium Exhibition Space with all booth amenities
Speaking/presentation opportunity at event
Swag bags insert (1,000+)
Sponsor recognition in event publicity
Advert or special message screened at the event
Up to 6 registrations
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Exhibition Space
VARIOUS
Get access to:
3mx2m space
Table & Chairs
Carpet
Wifi
Waste bin
Company listing on event guide
Registration for 2
Save 20%
Sponsorship
VARIOUS
Includes:
Premium Exhibition Space with all booth amenities
Speaking/presentation opportunity at event
Swag bags insert (1,000+)
Sponsor recognition in event publicity
Advert or special message screened at the event
Up to 6 registrations
Tickets
NOW ON SALE
Canadian Attendee
FREE
- Access to conference, exhibition, and networking
Local MSME/Startup Regular: $275 Early bird: $175
- Access to conference, exhibition, and networking
- Access to 1-on-1 mentoring
- Business Starter Pack
- Certificate of Participation
- Access to Pitch Competition
- Access to award ceremony
- Coffee, breakfast & lunch break
- Access to special breakout Session
- Pitch Competition registration
- Company listing in event guide
International Regular: $675 Early bird: $550
- Access to conference, exhibition, and networking
- Access to 1-on-1 mentoring
- Business Starter Pack
- Certificate of Participation
- Access to Pitch Competition
- Access to award ceremony
- Coffee, breakfast & lunch break
- Access to special breakout Session
- Pitch Competition registration
- Company listing in event guide
- Group visit to selected local business businesses
- Group city tour of Toronto
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Experience the B2B and B2C marketplace where companies showcase products, services, and technology aimed at helping business grow.
The Launch in Alberta Conference & Expo is a must-attend event for businesses that are serious about launching or growing a business in Alberta. Register to attend today!
TRAVEL &
ACCOMMODATION
Get the essential information on how to secure travel and accommodation, including booking instructions, hotel block details and preferred transport options to ensure a smooth and convenient experience for your visit. Learn More
Hotels in Edmonton
We have partnered with our official hotel to offer discounted room rates to all registered exhibitors and visitors. *There is a cut-off date by which all reservations must be made to secure the discounted rate. Learn More
Edmonton awaits:
Discover the host city
Edmonton is the perfect destination thanks to its recognition as Canada’s ‘Best in Travel City’ for its one-of-a-kind experiences, year-round adventures, and dedication to sustainable travel. Learn More
The venue
EVARIO EVENTS CENTRE
HOLIDAY INN EDMONTON SOUTH
950 Parsons Rd SW,
Edmonton, AB T6X 0J4
Canada
HOW TO GET THERE
From Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
Airport
By Transit
By Foot
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Evario Events Centre
950 Parsons Rd SW,
Edmonton, AB T6X 0J4
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