The ASTech Awards are celebrated across two events in Alberta: Edmonton and Calgary. This approach ensures accessibility for local leaders, entrepreneurs, industry professionals and students. In this way, it allows us to highlight innovation in our two largest hubs, and shines a spotlight on success stories from smaller communities, engaging the entire province in the celebration of science and technology innovation.
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Celebrate Alberta’s Innovation Community!
Date: Friday, September 18, 5:00 – 9:00 PM
Location: TBD
Tickets: Early Bird Registration – Now Open
Join us for an exciting evening dedicated to showcasing Alberta’s top innovators, connecting industry leaders, and celebrating the province’s thriving tech and science ecosystem.
This interactive networking and showcase event is your first opportunity to meet the 2026 ASTech Award Finalists, explore groundbreaking innovations, and engage in meaningful conversations with Alberta’s leading entrepreneurs, researchers, and industry professionals.
What to Expect:
- Meet the 2026 ASTech Award Finalists – Learn about their cutting-edge work.
- Innovation Showcase – Explore Alberta’s top tech companies, funders, and programs.
- Networking with Industry Leaders – Connect with ASTech Awards Alumni, Entrepreneurs, funders, and decision-makers.
- Sector-Specific Conversations – Engage in thought-provoking discussions on Alberta’s key innovation sectors: Sector-Specific Panel Conversations: Life Sciences, Construction, Youth Engagement/Social Innovation, Cleantech/Energy, AI/Digital, Ag-Tech
- Cocktail-style Reception – Enjoy food and refreshments while making valuable connections.
Be part of Alberta’s innovation community. Join us for an evening of collaboration, inspiration, and connection!
Dress code: Business Casual
Be part of Alberta’s premier innovation celebration.
Date: November 6, 5:00 – 9:00 PM
Location: TBD
Tickets: Early Bird Registration – Now Open
Alberta’s Science and Technology Leadership (ASTech) Awards is an annual Academy Awards-style celebration of discovery and innovation.
This evening, Alberta’s science and technology community will come together to recognize the province’s most innovative individuals, teams, and organizations.
Top Reasons to Attend:
- Be there live as the 2026 ASTech Award winners are announced
- Take part in curated networking through our popular Conversation Tables
- Connect with innovators, funders, and industry leaders across sectors
Event Highlights:
- Finalist Recognition and Winner Announcements
- Innovation Showcase featuring Tech Companies, Funders, and Community Programs
- Networking Conversations on Sector Advancement
- Seated Dinner
Dress Code: Business Formal
For More Information Contact: astechawards@technologyalberta.ca
Come and join us to celebrate the exceptional companies and individuals within Alberta’s innovation community.
Attention Community Champions: If you are interested in speaking or facilitating our Sector-Specific Panel Conversations in Health, Construction, Youth Engagement and Social Innovation, Cleantech/Energy, AI/Digital, or AG-Tech, we invite you to join us in inspiring innovation and driving impactful discussions. Please get in touch with us at astechawards@technologyalberta.ca for more information.
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