CARIN-Central Alberta Regional Innovation Network

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Farming & agriculture were vital in creating civilizations & are among the oldest professions. Innovations in agriculture & agriculture technology are necessary to keep Alberta’s economy strong & find cost-effective and lucrative opportunities for families throughout Central AB.

(3/3) and process modeling, and she enjoys sharing her knowledge in order to facilitate the growth of innovation for SMEs. Participants of the Catalyst Incubator have the chance the learn Technology Adoption and Manufacturing Challenges from Tonya!

(2/3) Recognized as a leader in the manufacturing innovation space, Tonya is never satisfied with the status quo. Her areas of expertise include metallurgy, materials design, additive manufacturing, welding, wear-resistant materials, steelmaking, biomedical engineering, –

(1/3) Meet one of our Catalyst Incubator Mentors, Dr. Tonya Wolfe! Tonya is the Manager of the Centre for Innovation in Manufacturing (CIM-TAC) at @RedDeerPolytech, as well as an adjunct professor in the Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering at the @UAlberta.

Central AB Regional Innovation Network is an entrepreneur-centric, community-based network providing programs and services to accelerate the growth of technology and knowledge-based businesses throughout Central AB. For more resources or to join visit ca-rin.ca/advisory/resou…

From creating innovative technologies and transforming consumer journeys, to building new communities and driving positive social change, there’s no limit to the creativity of Canadian entrepreneurs!

Globally, people recognize that innovation is the key to economic sustainability and growth. Your ideas and knowledge are at the heart of innovation. CARIN members at @ABInnovates and @RedDeerPolytech can help you with registering your intellectual property.

New entrepreneurs have brilliant ideas but need access to resources and equipment to see their concept through. Find the resources you need for your start up venture 👉 ca-rin.ca/startup-101/st…

February marks #BlackHistoryMonth, a time to honour the legacy of Black Canadians and their communities. At Alberta Innovates, we recognize that innovation only happens when there is diversity and inclusion at every table. Join our award winning team: bit.ly/34w5tty

(2/2) launch their new idea or business on behalf of Alberta Innovates! By offering information about grants, research, and product development, program attendees get realistic hands-on advice that would otherwise be difficult to attain. 👉 ca-rin.ca/catalyst-incub…

(1/2) Meet one of our Catalyst Incubator mentors, Matthew Cornall! Matt is currently a Technology Development Advisor for @ABInnovates, a part of the innovation network partnered with CARIN. Matt participates in presentations designed to help #CentralAlberta #entrepreneurs

It’s Bell Let’s Talk Day! Check out how these celebrities look after their own mental health and join the conversation. For each video view, Bell donates an additional 5¢ to Canadian mental health initiatives. #BellLetsTalk

CARIN is collaboration of central Albertan institutions promoting entrepreneurship and idea export. As central Alberta’s economic development hub, we can help with business advice, advocacy, new market access, financing, tech expertise, and innovation. 👉 ca-rin.ca/partners

Lethbridge College is bringing together some of the world’s leading voices on this computing revolution for NEXT: Beyond the Metaverse. A free, virtual conference presented by Lethbridge College’s START centre on Feb. 17. 👇👇 lethbridgecollege.ca/NEXT to register!

(2/2) the World Federation of Colleges and Polytechnics bi-annual Gold Award of Excellence in Entrepreneurship! In weeks 6 & 7 of our Catalyst Incubator, Craig works with participants on "How to Pitch" and "Nailing your Pitch" for their startup ventures!

(1/2) Meet one of our Catalyst Incubator Instructors, Craig Elias! Craig is an award-winning #entrepreneur, educator, sales expert, author, a passionate startup advisor, the creator of Trigger Event Selling™, and a #pitchcoach. He is the most recent recipient of –

(2/2) There are many options when it comes to financing your new startup, from friends and family, to loans, as well as grants. Visit ca-rin.ca/startup-101/st… to learn more!

(1/2) A business plan is an essential part of starting a business. It creates a future plan for your company that outlines your goals & how you are going to achieve them, as well as looking for opportunities & challenges, how to mitigate risk, & increases your chances of success!

The future of shopping is here with the Alberta-made iMirror. Now being used in flagship fashion stores in NYC and across the globe, this Calgary-based technology will change the way we shop. Learn more: albertainnovates.ca/impact/newsroo…