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March 9, 2022
Dear member,
Every time I sit down to write my message, there is so much to talk about. It is exciting to work in the growing health innovation ecosystem in Alberta. The Health Innovation Hub is building a lot of momentum and creating impact. Our LinkedIn followers are growing daily and our subscribers for the biweekly digest are also rising exponentially. If you do not follow us on LinkedIn yet, please consider subscribing to get our latest news and updates.
There are many exciting in-person events that the Health Innovation Hub is participating in. Last Saturday, our team was invited to host a booth at the 2022 Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare Symposium organized by the Artificial Intelligence in Medicine Student Society. We showcased jobs from our companies and got many attendees to sign up for our soon-to-be-launched Talent Hub. More information on that is coming soon.
We will also be hosting a delegation from Startup TNT at our beautiful office space in Enterprise Square on the day of the Life Science Investment Summit Finale on March 17th. This YEG Innovation Tour is being organized by Zack Storms, our intrepid TNT founder. Do let us know if you are interested in attending or reach out to Zack directly.
If you cannot attend but would love a tour, there is another exciting opportunity to visit the space (and also get yourself on video). The Health Innovation Hub’s cool space has been selected by the University of Alberta for a marketing campaign and we are looking for volunteers for the video shoot. Reach out to us via email to learn more and participate.
Thanks to all of you for taking the time to read our digest and giving us constructive feedback. Your feedback is extremely valuable to us. Please forward the digest to your network to support the momentum in health innovation across Alberta.
Paramita Chaudhuri Basu
Innovation & Entrepreneurship Manager
News from the Hub
In-Conversation: Library resources and Research for Entrepreneurs
The Health Innovation Hub recently organized the second event in the In Conversation series focused on Library resources. If you missed it you can watch the recording here.
Health Innovation Hub at the 2022 Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare Symposium
Our team attended our first in-person event last Saturday at the Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare Symposium 2022. We showcased our companies, new and exciting jobs, and also signed up a large number of students for our 𝗦𝗢𝗢𝗡-𝗧𝗢-𝗕𝗘-𝗟𝗔𝗨𝗡𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗗 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗛𝘂𝗯.
Health Innovation Hub representation at the Rainforest Summit 2022
The Rainforest Summit 2022 is just two weeks away and it will be held in person at the Edmonton Convention Centre. Paramita, the manager of Health Innovation Hub, will be there as a Rainforest Steering Committee member facilitating table discussions. Purchase your tickets today!
Health Innovation Hub part of the YEG Innovation Tour during the Life Sciences Investment Summit
Health Innovation Hub will be part of the YEG Innovation Tour during the Life Sciences Investment Summit on March 17th. If you would like to join the tour, e-mail Zack Storms.
Open House at the Hub!
Health Innovation Hub is in search of volunteers to be featured in the video shoot of the space which will take place on Monday, March 14th between 1 pm and 3 pm. If you would like to see our space, meet the team, and participate in the event, please contact us.
Our Companies are Hiring
Multiple positions. Baune is looking for a Marketing Coordinator, Digital Marketing & Sales; Full stack developer; Product Manager; Data Scientist; and more.
Multiple positions. Future Fields is looking for Regulatory Affairs Lead, Executive Assistant, Technical Sales Associate, Marketing Lead, and more.
Meet our Community
Looking for candidates to be featured in our Meet the Community section!
We want you! If you are part of the Alberta innovation ecosystem and would like to share your thoughts about innovation, the state of the health innovation ecosystem in Alberta and more, please respond here. Thank you in advance for participating!
Funding & Wage Subsidies
Digital Economy Program
The Digital Economy Program (DEP) will help small businesses in Alberta undergo digital transformations and adopt e-commerce best practices to help their business not only survive but also thrive.
Visa Canada She's Next Grant Program
Visa is back with more funding opportunities for women-owned businesses in Canada, in partnership with IFundWomen. Applications will be open through March 15, 2022.
WIL Voucher
BioAlberta wants YOU to receive $5000 in wage support for your student hire! They are offering a WIL Voucher to SMEs in the STEM and life sciences sectors for Summer and Fall 2022.
Resources & Opportunities
EUREKA Membership
Through Canada's associate membership in EUREKA, Canadian innovators have a new advantage in accessing technology, expertise, and markets in Europe and beyond.
Canada Digital Adoption
In Budget 2021, the Government of Canada announced the $4 billion Canada Digital Adoption Program (CDAP) to help get your business online, give your e-commerce presence a boost or help digitalize your business's operations.
Health Wildcatters Accelerator 2022
The Health Wildcatters Accelerator Program continues to be ranked among the greatest in the nation according to the Seed Accelerator Rankings Project. The application deadline is May 31, 2022.
Community News & Events
What Does 2021's Record-Breaking Year Mean for Your Valuation?
Monday, March 14 | 12:00 p.m. A Conversation hosted by Startup TNT and BDC. Join them for this facilitated discussion on the effects of rising business valuations in 2022 and how they have had on raising equity and financing for entrepreneurs.
BioAlberta 2022 Policy Forum and 2021 Awards Gala
Tuesday, March 22 | 12:30 p.m. BioAlberta is organizing its in-person annual Policy Forum and Awards Gala at the Westin Hotel in Edmonton on March 22.
NACO Global Capital Summit
March 22-23 | Join NACO Global on March 22 & 23 as they bring together some of the most influential leaders at the intersection of innovation, capital and entrepreneurship
The Startup TNT Cleantech Investment Summit Finale
Thursday, April 7 | 3:30 p.m. 30+ investors have each committed $5,000, spent 8 weeks working together and will be announcing their investment decisions live at the TNT Cleantech Investment Summit Finale on April 7.
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