Innovation Week YYC 2025: WiserHealth’s Guide to Calgary’s Biggest Startup Celebration | Nov 3–6
Calgary’s innovation community lights up the city Monday–Thursday, Nov 3–6, 2025, with events anchored at the Platform Innovation Centre (407 9 Ave SE) and activations across town. Expect founder stories, sector deep-dives, talent meetups, and the city’s signature Launch Party finale. (Calgary Innovation Week)
Why this matters to WiserHealth
WiserHealth is built on evidence-based lifestyle medicine and practical digital tools. Innovation Week is where we meet collaborators—from AI and data leaders to clinicians, founders, and policymakers, shaping how technology improves real-world health outcomes. If you care about digital health, AI in healthcare, prevention, and patient-centred design, this week is your playground. (Sector tracks span CleanTech, Digital Media, Emerging Tech, Social Innovation, and Work in Tech.) (Alberta Innovates)
What’s on Innovation Week YYC
- City-wide programming (Nov 3–5). Talks, showcases, talent sessions, and community events—most hosted at Platform and partner venues. Build your personal agenda in the official app. (Calgary Innovation Week)
- Top 10 Showcase (Mon, Nov 3). Meet early-stage startups selected for this year’s spotlight; community choice voting returns. (Calgary Innovation Week)
- Launch Party 2025 (Thu, Nov 6). Full-building finale at Platform. Tickets via Showpass; details (time, venue, audience) on the official page. (Calgary Innovation Week)
Quick links (register • volunteer • participate)
- Official schedule / register for sessions: Explore events and add them to your calendar in the Huddl app. (Calgary Innovation Week)
- Volunteer shifts (Nov 3–5): Options include badge pick-up, classroom resets, and check-in. Great way to meet the ecosystem. (app.betterimpact.com)
- Launch Party tickets (Nov 6): Secure your spot for the finale. (showpass.com)
- Host an event (organizers): Submission guidelines to be included in the official calendar. (Calgary Innovation Week)
Where to go & how to get there
- Main hub: Platform Innovation Centre, 407 9 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 2K7. (platformcalgary.com)
- Parking tip: Platform Parkade (Lot 62) offers day rates and free weekday evening parking with a paid daytime session—check current details before you go. (calgaryparking.com)
- Accessibility & space: Platform offers flexible, accessible event spaces (KPMG Pitch Stage, classrooms, West Hall) with AV support. (Tourism Calgary)
WiserHealth’s picks for health-minded attendees
- AI & data for health impact: Sessions under Emerging Tech often touch on responsible AI, data governance, and real-world validation—key for digital health. (Alberta Innovates)
- Talent & careers: If you’re exploring roles in health tech, the week’s talent sessions and meetups are prime networking territory. (platformcalgary.com)
- Founder showcases: Discover clinical, wellness, and preventative-care startups in the Top 10 cohort and community events. (Calgary Innovation Week)
Meet WiserHealth during the week
Our team will be on site at Platform throughout the week. If you’d like to talk about lifestyle medicine, wearables integrations, or evidence-based behavior change, reach out and we’ll find a time to connect at the Innovation Centre café or in the lobby between sessions. (Venue info and hours here.) (platformcalgary.com)
Plan your week in three steps
your week in three steps
- Open the official schedule and add sessions to your Huddl calendar. (Calgary Innovation Week)
- Grab Launch Party tickets before they sell out. (showpass.com)
- Pick a volunteer shift to plug in and meet the community. (app.betterimpact.com)
Innovation Week is hosted by Platform Calgary with city-wide partners, including the University of Calgary and ecosystem organizations. See Platform’s event listing for the latest updates. (platformcalgary.com)