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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.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, October 7 at 8:30 AM
The National Franchise Show
Saturday, October 3
Location: BMO Centre Stampede Park, Hall D
Address: 1912 Flores Ladue Parade SE
Time: 11:00 AM
Take control of your future! Be your own boss. Attend Alberta’s largest franchise event and connect face-to-face with representatives from proven, successful companies expanding in Calgary right now. Discover full- and part-time opportunities across a wide range of industries, including food and beverage, automotive, home improvement, children’s education, senior care, and health and wellness. Whether you’re ready to invest now or just exploring your options, this event gives you the information to take the next step toward owning your own business.
Cost: $10
Exmerce Speed Networking
Monday, October 5
Location: Sunny Cider / Chile n’ Mango
Address: 3300 14 Avenue Northeast #Unit 1
Time: 6:00 P.M.
Meet fellow Calgary entrepreneurs for a night of quick connections! Interested in expanding your network QUICKLY & EFFICIENTLY?? We’re teaming up with the Better Business Bureau to help expand your network, and meet new local business owners. Join us for a super fun and extremely efficient speed networking opportunity!
If you have ever attended an Exmerce networking event before – you know we can pack the house, but for speed networking we are limiting seats to ensure everyone can connect and have the best experience possible. Registrations will be capped at 50 attendees for this event, and we are expecting to sell out extremely quickly.
Cost: $25
Click here to register.
Embracing Change: Supporting ADHD & LD Across Life Transitions
Saturday, October 17
Location: Courtyard by Marriott Calgary Airport Conference Centre
Address: 2500 48 Ave NE
Time: All day starting at 8 am.
The Embracing Change Conference
Change is all around us and while we can’t anticipate everything that might come at us, there are transitions from one stage of life to another that we all recognize as foundational milestones across our lifespan. In those spaces, we grow into new roles and responsibilities, explore our talents and passions, and seek new understanding and connection.
When ADHD and LD are part of that evolution, the timelines and supports might be different, but the transitions, passions and hopes are the same. Let’s make it easier for ourselves and the ones we care about by looking ahead to what we can anticipate, prepare for and even dream about!
Join us for a full day of engaging expert speakers focusing on insights, best practices and real empowerment for adults and partners, parents and caregivers, educators, colleagues and anyone interested in the LD and ADHD world.
Register today for ADHD & LD insights, reframing and embracing change confidently!
Cost: $30
2026 Annual Conference
Building Alberta’s Future with Premier Danielle Smith
Wednesday, October 21
Location: The Glencoe Club
Address: 636 29 Avenue SW
Time: 1:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Join the Alberta Business Alliance for Building Alberta’s Future with Premier Danielle Smith, an afternoon bringing together Alberta’s business leaders, entrepreneurs and industry representatives.
Premier Smith will share her vision for Alberta over the next 20 years, followed by a fireside chat exploring the opportunities and challenges shaping the province’s economic future.
The program will be followed by a networking reception, providing guests with an opportunity to connect with business and community leaders from across Alberta.
ABA members currently have priority access to tickets. Non-member tickets go on sale September 23, 2026. Space is limited.
Cost: $150 – Plus Eventbrite fees and applicable tax
Event details and tickets:
https://albertabusinessalliance.com/event/building-albertas-future-with-premier-danielle-smith/
Contact:
Paul Marcuk
info@albertabusinessalliance.com
SPP Speaker Series: A Marvellous Merger
Monday, October 19
Location: The Baron
Address: 4216A 12 St NE
Time: 3:30–5:30 PM
“There are so many charities doing the same thing. Why don’t they just merge?” It’s a fair question, but it’s rarely that simple.
Join Bespoke Social Profit Solutions for A Marvellous Merger, a candid conversation going behind the scenes of the amalgamation that created Trellis Society. Hear from leaders who experienced and supported the merger as they explore what it takes to bring two established organizations together, from governance and leadership to culture, funding and organizational change.
Featuring Jeff Dyer, Karen Macdonald, James Stauch and Karleen Batty, with Meaghon Reid facilitating the conversation.
Connect with leaders from across Calgary’s public, private, philanthropic and social profit sectors, with appetizers and refreshments provided.
Cost: $45
Click here to buy tickets.