Ambyint
Originally founded in Calgary, Ambyint has returned its headquarters to the city just four years after its move to Houston, Texas — a decision the company says was largely influenced by Calgary’s growth as a hub for clean-tech innovation. Currently based out of Platform Calgary, Ambyint provides AI-powered optimization for the oil and gas industry, which works to increase production, lower operating costs and help companies reduce their overall carbon footprint. With the relocation of its headquarters back to Calgary, the company aims to triple its workforce.
Applexus Technologies
Applexus, a global SAP (systems analysis processing) consulting and implementation services provider, opened a new office in January 2024 in downtown Calgary. The company plans to create 125 jobs in the city over the next five years.
Eventcombo
In July 2023, it was announced that global SaaS (software as a service) company Eventcombo will invest $10 million in Calgary over the span of three years, with the intent of creating 250 jobs. The company’s comprehensive event technology platform employs artificial intelligence and machine-learning algorithms to make the process of organizing, carrying out and analyzing events a more streamlined and efficient process.
Goodlawyer
Calgary-based startup Goodlawyer expanded its operations by opening offices in the Telus Sky building last December. The company, founded in 2019, offers efficient, client-friendly and affordable legal services to Canadian businesses, startups and entrepreneurs. Co-founder and CEO Brett Colvin is a member of Avenue’s Top 40 Under 40 Class of 2022.
Teknol
Silicon Valley-based startup Teknol expanded its presence into Canada last July by opening an office in Calgary. The company’s PREto3.com software is an all-in-one marketing and management platform for early childhood learning centres. The expansion is expected to bring $12.5 million and 125 new jobs to Calgary.
Terrestrial Energy
In March 2023, the Ontario-based nuclear technology company Terrestrial Energy expanded operations by opening a new engineering and research facility in the former Suncor building in downtown Calgary, becoming the first SMR (small modular reactor) company to establish an office in the city. Over the next two years, Terrestrial Energy’s $18-million investment is expected to create 29 jobs, primarily focusing on developing its zero-emissions Integral Molten Salt Reactor heat and power plants, which are intended to be used in oilsands projects.
Vantage Circle
Global HR SaaS firm Vantage Circle announced in July 2023 that it will be expanding its presence in Calgary. The company offers services that emphasize employee recognition, wellness, diversity, equity and inclusion through innovative rewards and perks programs. With this expansion, Vantage Circle plans to create 250 jobs in the city over the next three years.
Well.ca
The Ontario-based online retailer for health, wellness, child care and beauty products opened its second warehouse facility in Calgary in the fall of 2023, creating 30 new jobs in the city. Offering more than 40,000 products over 2,800 brands, the new Calgary headquarters are intended to extend the brand’s reach throughout Western Canada and beyond.