Innovation Impact
Learn how UCalgary researchers, students, postdocs, and staff are making a positive difference in our world.
University innovation, knowledge engagement and commercialization deliver tangible impact that includes job and new venture creation, product and service sales, and new research opportunities.
It creates economic impact through social and technical advances that lead to new technologies, policies and behaviors, and healthier societies. In Canada, research universities are responsible for 83% of all contracted private-sector research.
Growing innovation at the University of Calgary aligns with federal and provincial Government and City of Calgary strategies for economic growth, builds upon our existing strategies for enhancing the value propositions of the university (Student Experience and Impact), and is derived from our commitment to excellence in Research and Teaching.
Innovation News
Happy Festivus: Hunter Hub holiday campaign raises funds for KidSport Calgary
Community-driven initiative reflects the Hunter Hub’s commitment to service, mentorship, and giving back beyond campus
Students power local impact at Experience Ventures Solutions Lab finale
Buy Canadian innovations focus of this year's program
UCalgary researcher improving manufacturing performance and automation has standout 2025
From XPRIZE Global Braintrust to industry collaboration to upcoming fellowship in Germany
UCalgary claims top five spot in national research rankings
$588.5M in research revenue puts institution back in number five position
Four-year detour leads to Evolving Prowess, new inclusive activewear brand
Hunter Hub fuels Victoria Tsang’s mission to redesign how activewear fits, feels, and supports women
Engineering course claims Triple-E Award as a top entrepreneurial offering
Entrepreneurial Capstone course launches memorable startups at UCalgary