CALGARY’S WEEKLY BUSINESS
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BUSINESS IN CALGARY
Leaders Awards Gala
Thursday, October 24th
Location: BMO Event Centre
Address: 1912 Flores LaDue Parade SE, Calgary, AB T2G 2W1
For more info contact Brittany Fouquette at brittany@businessincalgary.kinsta.cloud or 587-774-7624
Many events may be listed free of charge. Charges may apply on occasion to certain listings and will guarantee placement. A Business in Calgary representative will contact you with further details if this is the case.
All events for the next weekly email must be submitted by Wednesday, May 6 at 8:30 AM
Huumans Launch Party: Live Demo Event
Monday, May 4
Address: 1-1930 36 Street SW
Time: 11:00 A.M.
Join us for the official launch of Huumans, a new platform built to help small businesses grow with smarter tools, insights, and support in one place. This short live demo will show how Huumans helps growing businesses, connecting them to products, services, and actionable insights that help them make better decisions and operate more effectively. We’ll walk through a LIVE DEMO on the core features, including business insights, resource matching, and tools designed specifically for small business growth.
Cost: Free
Powerful You! 2026 | 4th Annual Fundraising Luncheon
Thursday, May 7
Location: Fairmont Palliser
Address: 133 9th Avenue SW
Time: 11:00 A.M.
Powerful You! 2026 is more than a luncheon, it’s a moment to come together, connect, and create meaningful change. Under this year’s theme, Give to Gain, the event brings together community leaders, professionals, and changemakers for an inspiring afternoon of conversation, networking, and impact. By attending, you directly support programs that help women and teen girls in Calgary build confidence, develop skills, and access new opportunities. From career development to community support, your presence helps remove barriers and open doors.
Join us for a curated experience featuring a three-course meal, meaningful connections, and a powerful keynote from Shari Graydon, who will explore how small acts of courage can lead to lasting change. Every ticket is more than a seat—it’s a step forward for someone in our community. Get your ticket here: canadahelps.org/en/charities/making-changes-association/events/powerful-you-2026 This event is presented by TD Bank and is made possible thanks to Find Your Stride, Hugessen Consulting Inc., ARC Financial Corp., Stikeman Elliott LLP, Encore, Fairmont Palliser and Global Calgary.
Cost: Individual Ticket — $155 (includes meal + 1 drink | $40 tax receipt) / Table of 10 — $1,500 (includes full experience + table branding | $350 tax receipt)
For more info contact Victoria Soledad Castro at communications@makingchangesassociation.ca
Kindred Live: A Night of Connection
Saturday, May 9
Location: The Ambersand
Address: 112 4 Ave SW
Time: 6:00 P.M.
Kindred Live: A Night of Connection is a modern, reception-style evening that brings people together for an unforgettable experience of live music by award-winning Alberta musicians, powerful storytelling, and meaningful community connection—all in support of providing Calgary families with access to parenting support and mental health services.
The event brings the community together in a unique space to support a Calgary where everyone, regardless of background or story, can feel supported, connected, and capable of thriving. Funds raised ensure no family stands alone, and sponsors play a vital role in making this impact possible. The event will also feature a silent auction, food and beverage and networking opportunities.
Cost: Tickets start at $150
Anxiety Unpacked: Understanding, Supporting, and Reducing Stress in Kids & Teens
Wednesday, May 13
Location: Foothills Academy Society
Address: 745 37th St NW
Time: 6:00 P.M.
Anxiety is one of the most common challenges facing young people today, but it doesn’t always look the same in each person. Join us for an informative and practical session designed for parents/caregivers and youth to better understand how anxiety shows up and how to respond effectively.
In this workshop we will explore: – How anxiety shows up in kids and teens – Avoidance, reassurance-seeking, and shutdown – Supporting vs. enabling anxiety – Practical regulation & coping tools to help build emotional regulation skills
Cost: $10/ ticket
Click here to learn more: https://www.foothillsacademy.org/community/comm-education/workshop/anxiety-unpacked
Monthly Networking and Connecting Luncheon
Wednesday, May 13
Location: Canyon Meadows Golf Club
Address: 12501 14 St SW
Time: 11:00 A.M.
Join like-minded business women
Cost: $65
2026 Women's Success Summit - SHIFT: The CEO Advantage
Thursday, May 21
Location: Double Tree by Hilton
Address: 2120 16 Ave NE
Time: 10:00 A.M.
In today’s rapidly changing economy- where technology evolves overnight, market trends shift without warning, and the rules of business are being rewritten- you can’t afford to stay still. The strategies that brought you here won’t take you where you want to go next.
It’s time to SHIFT. The SHIFT: The CEO Advantage Tour is a transformational event designed exclusively for women business owners who are ready to cut through the chaos, simplify their path, and harness the opportunities hiding in the current marketplace. This isn’t another conference where you leave with a notebook full of ideas you’ll never use.
This is an activation experience that will challenge how you think, inspire bold action, and give you the CEO advantage you’ve been searching for. You’ll walk away with a clear action plan, renewed energy, and strategies you can implement immediately to scale your business with less stress and more success. Are you ready to SHIFT?
Cost: $95
Contact Meagan Fettes at meaganfettes@ewomennetwork.com for more info.