Calgary’s Biggest

Startup Celebration of the Year

Join the celebration as we spotlight Calgary's Top 10 most promising Startups.

What's Launch Party all about?

Launch Party is the biggest celebration of local tech talent and the grand finale of Innovation Week YYC.

This exciting event showcases the Top 10 startups in the city— companies chosen through a competitive process for their vision and potential. Past Launch Party success stories include SkipTheDishes, StellarAlgo, and Virtual Gurus.

Calgary’s tech sector is thriving and growing.
Be part of telling the story.

Our sponsors join us to connect with a vibrant community of founders, tech leaders, and organizations who share a commitment to Calgary’s growing tech and startup ecosystem. By partnering with us, you can align your brand with innovation, demonstrate your support for the tech community, and access exclusive opportunities to present prizing, build meaningful connections, and contribute to an excellent event experience for all.

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The Top 10 startups, selected for their innovation and potential, represent Calgary’s best and brightest. During Innovation Week YYC and Launch Party, they’ll showcase their ideas to investors, partners, and tech enthusiasts, gaining invaluable visibility and connections to help scale their ventures.

These rising startups will also compete for three major prizes: the Alex Raczenko Pitch Award, chosen by notable leaders and alumni in memory of a passionate entrepreneur; the Alumni’s Choice Award, selected by Launch Party alumni and an investor for a standout, fast-growing startup; and the People’s Choice Award, decided live by the audience at Launch Party.

Highlighting Calgary’s Top 10 Startups

Meet The 2024 Top 10

Why join us at Launch Party?

Launch Party isn’t just for the tech crowd—it’s for anyone passionate about Calgary’s future.

Meet Calgary’s innovators

Connect with the founders of the most promising startups and learn how their work is making waves in our city.

Be part of the local tech scene

Join a community of forward-thinkers, builders, investors, and entrepreneurs who are driving Calgary’s innovation.

Build meaningful connections

Whether you're a professional, entrepreneur, or community supporter,
this is your chance to make valuable connections in a fast-growing industry.

Calgary’s biggest tech celebration

It’s not every day you can rub shoulders with Calgary's top entrepreneurs and innovators in a fun, energetic atmosphere!

The 2024 Top 10 Selection Committee

Joella Almeida
CEO and co-founder - MedEssistCo

Haley Jabusch
Director - Calgary Innovation Coalition
Partnerships Manager, Energy Transition Centre - Innovate Calgary

Matt Elliott
Co-founder - Communal

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