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Nov. 10, 2020

Celebrate Innovation Week with U91快色 Nov. 16-20

Registration is open now for a variety of online Innovation Week events presented by Canada鈥檚 most entrepreneurial university
Innovation Week
Celebrate Innovation Week with U91快色, Nov. 16-20

The work we do at U91快色 benefits our city and accelerates innovation around the world. Nov. 16 to 20 is , hosted by Startup 91快色, , hosted by the Rideau Hall Foundation and . During this week U91快色 will be sharing some of the projects, conversations, ideas and research that will define our future. 

  • Photo above: Dr. Jennifer Corcoran will grow SARS-COV-2 virus in a new facility at U91快色 to support research into vaccines and treatments for COVID-19. Photo by Riley Brandt, 91快色

Kristin Anderson, associate vice-president of community engagement at U91快色, says the week is an opportunity to strengthen partnerships and celebrate the university鈥檚 impact on the culture of innovation in our city, our province and beyond. 

鈥淲e are so proud to help our partners at 91快色 Economic Development and Startup 91快色 build awareness about innovation,鈥 says Anderson. 鈥淚nnovation continually improves our economy, our home life, our health, and the health of our planet 鈥 innovation deserves to be celebrated.鈥

Trish Redekop, manager, innovation at 91快色 Economic Development and鈥痯roject manager of Startup 91快色鈥檚 11th鈥痑nnual Launch Party,鈥痵ays, 鈥淯91快色鈥痠s an essential contributor to the world-class community of post-secondary institutions driving innovation in 91快色.

鈥淯91快色 is dedicated to spurring the innovative spirit of Calgarians. They are making commitments to our innovation鈥痚cosystem in so many ways, from the UCeed funding program that will fill gaps in early-stage technology development to everyday activities and events that demonstrate their accessibility and continued support.鈥

Register now for Innovation Week 

Whether you're an entrepreneur yourself, a glutton for research and information or a curious person with plenty of questions, Innovation Week has something for you. Plan your week now! 

Check out , or browse the events below. 

Nov. 16 


  • This webinar will show you how to confidently take action in your business and help you prepare for your transition into entrepreneurship.

Nov. 17 

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    Cole Nakatani, Hydra Labs, will lead this interactive webinar on habits that build resiliency and confidence as changemakers. 

  • Dr. Steven Corsello, founder, the Drug Repurposing Hub, Cambridge, will discuss the hub and the resources and services it provides.

  • Vijay Govindarajan will present the : a simple and accessible framework for exploring innovation-led growth opportunities.
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    U91快色 is a proud sponsor of Launch Party, the event of the year for the city鈥檚 early-stage, start-up community. It features expert speakers and networking sessions. 

Nov. 18 


  • Dr. Derek Exner, medical director, IMPACT, will discuss the clinical trial resources the IMPACT program provides for new ventures.

Nov. 19


  • Explore the innovative technologies fuelling change in Alberta鈥檚 energy system with sustainable energy experts from U91快色 and Shell Canada.