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The changing Edmonton skyline is more than a pretty picture: it's an opportunity for businesses, citizens and investors. With affordable condos, strong rental rates and the growing population of , ICE District is attracting investors from all over, https://bit.ly/2NyGvza
We're all familiar with sharing economy, with companies like Uber and Airbnb now being household names, but here's a look at the evolution of this type of economy and the challenges it still has. https://bit.ly/2JvEGiF
Here's a look at the evolution of peer-to-peer based companies and the challenges that com
Consumers want more wholesome food and drink these days, and they want it now. Here's a look at how Alberta Elixir Bars are joining in on the trend. https://bit.ly/2Jvpr9l
Consumers want more wholesome food and drink these days, and they want it now. Here's a lo
Green bonds represent an exciting opportunity for socially and environmentally conscious investors, who want to make sure their dollars are going towards protecting and restoring the environment. https://bit.ly/2XIMkiY
Green bonds represent an exciting opportunity for socially and environmentally conscious i
For more than 30 years, the Community Futures Network of Alberta ( ) has focused on creating businesses and jobs outside of major urban centres. https://bit.ly/2XamFQw
For small businesses in small-town Alberta, Community Futures programs provide much-needed
Expanding real estate in downtown is offering new opportunities for investors. The shift isn’t just aesthetic - it’s an economic shift as well, one that suggests positive momentum for the future. https://bit.ly/2X75uj4
Edmonton's changing skyline isn't just aesthetic - it's bringing increased traffic and inv
Even more conservative investors are jumping into cannabis stocks despite stock volatility and plenty of challenges ahead. https://bit.ly/2RyEpze
Despite stock volatility and plenty of challenges, investors are starting to jump into can
Women entrepreneurs in Alberta are saying that although there is work to be done, the opportunity has never been better for women in business.
A recent awards ceremony celebrated four of Alberta's top women entrepreneurs, who say tha
The level of opportunity for women entrepreneurs in Alberta has never been better.
A recent awards ceremony celebrated four of Alberta's top women entrepreneurs, who say tha
There are at least 60 v**e shops in the city of Edmonton alone. So, what is the economic impact?
Between creating jobs and easing the burden of smoking on the healthcare system, v**e shop
These 3 companies are betting on technologies that allow for the transportation of cold bitumen as a solid - no pipeline required. Read more:
With big pipeline projects stalled in the province, a few companies are coming up with inn
Va**ng may be the butt of many memes, but v**e shops could help Alberta in ways beyond job creation.
Between creating jobs and easing the burden of smoking on the healthcare system, v**e shop
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Three innovators are ready to prove their green processes will make bitumen transport safer - and possibly economically competitive - with pipelines.
With big pipeline projects stalled in the province, a few companies are coming up with inn
Concerned about investment fraud? The Alberta Securities Commission gives us some tips on how to spot it.
Ponzi schemes have impacted thousands of Albertans. Here are some tips on how to avoid get
Ponzi schemes have impacted thousands of Albertans.
Ponzi schemes have impacted thousands of Albertans. Here are some tips on how to avoid get
From providing feedback to forming a solid customer base, community leagues can play an important role for new businesses.
From providing feedback to forming a solid customer base, community leagues can play an im
Looking to connect with , thought leaders and trendsetters for networking, ideas and inspiration? The Inventures conference in Calgary takes place June 5-7. Here's what to expect.
This annual innovation conference draws thought leaders and trendsetters from around the w
According to David Nedohin, president of Scope AR, the key to a great idea is a close, empathetic connection with your customers, which means understanding their needs well enough to imagine a “wouldn’t it be nice if” solution to a recurring problem.
Despite its success, Scope AR is not a well-known name in its home city. But it's intent o
From startups demonstrating new applications and technologies to well-heeled investors, to art exhibits, speed pitch events and meetups, Inventures is a masterclass for tomorrow’s leaders.
This annual innovation conference draws thought leaders and trendsetters from around the w
“If you talk to somebody in Silicon Valley, Austin or London in the technology space, and augmented reality comes up, it's very likely our name will come up. Whereas here in Edmonton, you could say our name, and nobody really knows who we are. That's what we're trying to work on.”
Despite its success, Scope AR is not a well-known name in its home city. But it's intent o
Here are some great examples of how fuel derived from waste is making a difference in the province.
Industry can lead the way when it comes to recycling waste for renewable energy. Here are
Scope AR may have big U.S. clients, a San Francisco office, and a massive funding boost, but it’s intent on proving great things can happen right here in Alberta.
Despite its success, Scope AR is not a well-known name in its home city. But it's intent o
Alberta industries are leading the way in recycling waste to produce renewable energy.
Industry can lead the way when it comes to recycling waste for renewable energy. Here are
From winning prestigious mentorship programs to working with city-run synergy efforts, Edmonton healthcare businesses are making strides, but more work needs to be done in terms of growing IP at home and engaging Alberta's notoriously risk-averse investors.
From winning prestigious mentorship programs to working with city-run synergy efforts, Edm
There’s an interesting phenomenon occurring in these uncertain economic times: more Albertans are choosing good, local food over cheaper, imported fare.
Despite a famine in other industries, local food providers may be experiencing a feast.
What will Alberta's business students face in the coming years? We talked to the leaders of some of Alberta's business schools about what they're teaching.
What are businesses looking for? Alberta's business schools are keeping an eye on it - and
As other economic sectors tighten their belts, three local food insiders weigh in on their industry’s apparent feast.
Despite a famine in other industries, local food providers may be experiencing a feast.
What is a vertically integrated cannabis company? We look at Westleaf's business model and how it aims to use it to become a leader in the emerging cannabis market.
Westleaf is one of the few truly vertically integrated companies in the cannabis industry,
Alberta's business schools have their eye on business trends.
What are businesses looking for? Alberta's business schools are keeping an eye on it - and
The exciting part about being a new company in a new industry is the chance to do everything for the first time. The challenging part about being a new company in a new industry is that you have to do everything for the first time. That was the dilemma facing Westleaf Inc. when it launched its strategy of becoming a truly vertically integrated cannabis company.
Westleaf is one of the few truly vertically integrated companies in the cannabis industry,
At the recent AccelerateAB conference in Calgary, data experts discussed the opportunity - and responsibility - that comes with doing business in the age of data collection.
At the recent AccelerateAB conference in Calgary, data experts gathered to share their kno
Westleaf is positioning itself as a leader in the cannabis market through its vertically integrated business model.
Westleaf is one of the few truly vertically integrated companies in the cannabis industry,
How should students prepare for attending a business program? What are employers looking for these days? Where is business headed? And how can future graduates get ahead of the curve? We asked some of the heads of Alberta's business schools for their thoughts.
What are businesses looking for? Alberta's business schools are keeping an eye on it - and
Remember Super Channel? This Alberta-born company is still around - and it's aiming to make a comeback in cable.
Can Western Canada's oldest Pay TV champ make a comeback after years of knock-downs?
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