Alberta Innovates (AI) has been at the forefront of innovation across Alberta for over a century. Considered Alberta's 'Innovation Engine', Alberta Innovates has been an incredible driving force in the acceleration of groundbreaking ideas by funding 400+ projects to address challenges seen throughout the province. This includes work in sectors such as agriculture, clean technology, energy, and of course healthcare where AI has contributed $25,000 to I4H! In addition to funding, AI provides services and expertise to researchers, entrepreneurs, and industries to help their ideas reach the next level and become successful.

We are thrilled to have the Schulich School of Engineering at the University of Calgary as a sponsor for this year’s Health Tech Hackathon. Known for its excellence in engineering education and research, Schulich is a leader in developing innovative solutions that address real-world challenges. With a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration, the school fosters cutting-edge research in areas such as biomedical engineering, data science, and healthcare technology. Their support of this hackathon reflects their commitment to empowering students and professionals to drive meaningful advancements in health tech, shaping the future of healthcare through engineering innovation.