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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.com 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, December 10 at 8:30 AM
Future Ready SMEs: Advancing Low-Carbon Pathways
Wednesday, December 10
Location: Alt Hotel Calgary East Village
Address: 635 Confluence Way SE
Time: 5:00 P.M.
Is your business Future Ready? The Future Ready SMEs Tour, hosted by ECO Canada, is coming to Calgary, AB on December 10, and you don’t want to miss this opportunity to prepare your business for a sustainable future!
Join us for an engaging discussion with our speaker Brenna Barlow, and for sharing insights, practical strategies, and networking with industry experts and fellow entrepreneurs.
Discover how to: • Embrace digital transformation • Build resilience in a changing economy • Unlock growth opportunities for your SME Seats are limited, secure your spot today!
Cost: Free
Register Now: https://bit.ly/4oMxRM5
Found in Space - with Astronaut Robert Thirsk
Saturday, December 13
Location: EEEL Building, University of Calgary
Address: 750 Campus Drive NW
Time: 1:00 P.M.
Join astronaut and UCalgary alumnus Dr. Robert Thirsk and space scientist Dr. Emma Spanswick for a free, one-of-a-kind event exploring how space connects to life on Earth. Enjoy TEDx-style talks, hands-on exhibits, and interactive space activities that bring the cosmos to life. Get up close with UCalgary’s cutting-edge space research, meet the scientists pushing boundaries, and see how the Faculty of Science is shaping the future of space exploration and discovery.
Cost: Free
Tickets: https://go.ucalgary.ca/2025-12-13SCIFoundinSpace_LPRegistration.html
Nuclear in Alberta’s Energy Future with MLA Chantelle de Jonge
Monday, December 15
Location: Calgary Petroleum Club
Address: 319 5 Ave SW
Time: 4:00 P.M.
Powering Alberta’s future! Join MLA Chantelle de Jonge for an energizing discussion on the province’s path toward nuclear innovation. As Alberta explores new ways to meet growing energy demands, nuclear power is re-emerging as a serious contender in the province’s energy mix. This session will unpack the opportunities, challenges, and innovations shaping nuclear development – from small modular reactors to regulatory readiness – and how these advancements could support affordability, sustainability, and long-term energy security for Albertans. Come ready to learn, and be part of the conversation on how Alberta can power its next chapter.
Cost: Starting at $75
AEG Reception with Premier Smith: Members-Only Session & Public Keynote
Wednesday, December 17
Location: Calgary Petroleum Club
Address: 319 5 Ave SW
Time: 2:30 P.M.
Join the Alberta Enterprise Group for a special holiday event featuring Premier Danielle Smith! The evening begins with an exclusive AEG Members-Only session, including remarks from the Premier and a fireside chat. At 3:30 p.m., future members and guests are welcome to join for Premier Smith’s holiday address, open to all attendees. Following the keynote, the Premier will depart, and guests are invited to stay and enjoy a festive holiday reception and networking, connecting with AEG members and Alberta’s business community. This event offers a unique opportunity to engage with provincial leadership, gain insight into Alberta’s direction, and celebrate the season with industry peers.
Cost: Starting at $149
AI Adoption Briefing for Business Leaders: Discover Where AI Fits in Your Business
Thursday, December 18
Location: Google Meet
Time: 9:00 A.M.
Everyone’s talking about AI. The question is: how can you actually use it in your business? This session answers that question with practical examples. You will see what AI can do and learn how to identify where it fits within your business, and understand what implementation actually looks like.
Who is this for? This session is designed for senior leaders: CEOs & Managing Directors Chief Operating Officers Heads of Operations, Supply Chain, Customer Service CFOs managing operational costs Anyone responsible for process efficiency and business results Industry: All industries welcome, manufacturing, FMCG, banking, fintech, telecoms, oil & gas, professional services.
Cost: Free