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In-person Technology & Innovation Business

Edmonton Startup Week

Oct. 5, 2026 to Oct. 9, 2026

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Organized by: Edmonton Unlimited

Edmonton Startup Week isn't just another event—it's the momentum you've been waiting for.

LUNCH & LEARNS, PANELS & CHATS

Real stories. Real lessons. Real momentum.
Hear from local entrepreneurs who've taken the leap—whether it's their first STEP IN, a bold STEP UP to lead, or a fearless STEP FORWARD into new territory. These conversations aren't just about what's possible—they're about what's next.

SOCIAL EVENTS

Edmonton Startup Week isn't just about learning—it's about connecting. From serendipitous coffee chats to the legendary Startup Crawl, this is your chance to dive into Edmonton's startup scene, meet the people behind the ideas, and build the relationships that move you forward.

WORKSHOPS & MENTORSHIP

Wherever you are on your journey, there's a next step waiting for you. Whether you're launching, scaling, or just figuring it all out, Edmonton Startup Week gives you direct access to mentorship, hands-on workshops, and the connections to STEP FORWARD with confidence.

COMMUNITY & MEETUPS

It all starts with community. Edmonton Startup Week brings together the people who STEP UP all year long to create spaces for founders, innovators, and big thinkers. This is your chance to meet them, get involved, and celebrate what makes this city's startup scene so unstoppable.

More dates and times

Monday, Oct. 5, 2026 at 11:00am at Enterprise Square — Post-Secondary Startup Showcase
Monday, Oct. 5, 2026 at 4:30pm at Edmonton Unlimited — Edmonton Startup Week Kickoff
Monday, Oct. 5, 2026 at 6:00pm at Enterprise Square — Startup & Investor Speed Dinner
Monday, Oct. 5, 2026 at 6:00pm at Grand Villa Casino — From Idea to Impact
Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026 at 8:00am at Edmonton Unlimited — Accessing Defence Procurement Opportunities
Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026 at 11:00am at Edmonton Unlimited — From Learning to Action: What's Next for MIT REAP Edmonton
Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026 at 1:00pm at Canada Place — Beyond Grants for Startups: Strategy, Funding, and Innovation Panel
Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026 at 2:00pm at Enterprise Square — Europe is Open for Business: How Alberta startups can access customers, funding, research partners, and talent
Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026 at 2:30pm at — Startup Spotlight: Meet the Startups Building AI
Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026 at 3:00pm at — B2B Reverse Pitch: Decarbonizing Alberta's Built Environment
Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026 at 3:45pm at Edmonton Unlimited — Startup Crawl South
Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026 at 5:30pm at — Women in Tech & Innovation
Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026 at 9:00am at Brighton Block — In The Loop: Circular Food Economy
Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026 at 12:00pm at TD Tower — What 350+ Projects Taught Us About Scaling Innovation
Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026 at 3:00pm at Onlea Enterprises Inc. — Step Up: Communicating on Camera
Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026 at 3:00pm at ATB Entrepreneur Centre — Lessons from RCLF Leaders: What Worked, What Didn't, and Why
Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026 at 4:00pm at Navacord — Risk & Rosé: Navacord Social
Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026 at 4:30pm at Edmonton Unlimited — YEG Food Founders Showcase
Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026 at 8:00am at Edmonton Unlimited — Go Global with the Canadian Technology Accelerator
Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026 at 10:00am at DiveThru (Central Studio) — Beyond the Highlight Reel: Honest Conversations About Building Startups
Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026 at 10:00am at AKSIS - Edmonton's Indigenous Business and Professional Association — Indigitech Summit Circle
Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026 at 11:00am at Homestead Coworking — What Makes Buyers Pay Attention? – Being Better Isn't Enough
Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026 at 5:00pm at Edmonton Unlimited — Launch Party
Friday, Oct. 9, 2026 at 8:00am at Edmonton Unlimited — Lessons from Edmonton’s UNESCO Learning City Journey
Friday, Oct. 9, 2026 at 1:00pm at Edmonton Unlimited — Validate your Business Idea and Test the Market
Friday, Oct. 9, 2026 at 1:00pm at Edmonton Unlimited — Startup Crawl Downtown