Launch and grow your startup in Alberta faster

Alberta Catalyzer offers merit-based, pre-accelerator programs for early-stage tech entrepreneurs in Alberta.

Applications are currently being accepted for 2025.
Apply today to get started!

Fast-track your startup with know-how and expert guidance.

ENGAGE

4 Weeks, Virtual

  • Ideal customer discovery

  • Solution prototyping

  • Minimum viable product (MVP) creation

  • Testing and validating business models

TRACTION

5 Weeks, Virtual

  • Clearly defined ideal customer profile

  • Develop a sales pipeline outreach strategies

  • Establish a marketing strategy

  • Elevator pitch & key messaging

VELOCITY

8 Weeks, In-Person

  • Individualized support to scale and grow

  • Access to technical mentors

  • Investor ready foundations

  • Readiness for global accelerators

Cohorts run year-round. Not sure which program suits you best? Apply anyway, and we'll review your application and suggest the best fit.

Value packed course materials by experts

Weekly 1:1 coaching

3 Programs to boost your knowledge

Actionable lessons you can apply immediately

Connect with startups across Alberta

Exclusive hours with industry experts

OUR PROGRAMS

Cohorts all-year round

Gain the foundational skills and know-how for launching and growing a startup. Our programs offer interactive group learning environments and personalized coaching.

OUR EXPERTISE

Expert Led, founder-driven

Access diverse perspectives and advice from professional service firms, investors, and business coaches with deep experience in areas like investment readiness, sales, building a board, and SR&ED.

COMMUNITY

Connect with startups across Alberta

Join a supportive network and never feel alone on your entrepreneurial journey. Connect with potential collaborators and forge strategic partnerships.

Programs, Coaching, and Resources

Supporting early-stage founders 

Meet the Entrepreneurs

Hear the first-hand experiences of entrepreneurs who’ve gone through Alberta Catalyzer and how it’s helped accelerate their businesses.

We’ve helped hundreds of startups and their founders launch and grow since 2022.

Meet the Team

Say hi to the coaches, facilitators, and operations team working behind the scenes to deliver an engaging and interactive program experience for founders like you.

Ana Lokotkova
Jeremy Krol
Mina Demian

News and Updates

  • July 22, 2024

    From Pitching to Winning: A Recap of Cohort 12's Success and the People's Choice Award at Velocity North!

  • July 15, 2024

    Celebrating Another Startup Success Story in Our Community - Scholarships Cafe Wins Pitch Event & Cohort 11 Graduates Velocity.

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