Calgary’s tech sector sees North America’s highest growth 3 years and counting
A new report from CBRE Group shows that job growth in Calgary's tech sector was more than 50% between 2022 and 2025, more than 20 points ahead of the next metropolitan area.
Calgary's tech sector has been experiencing remarkable growth, ranking among the top in North America according to a new report from CBRE Group. The tech industry has seen a 56% growth, resulting in the addition of 28,900 jobs. Jen Lussier, CEO of Platform Calgary, attributes the sector's success to various natural resources-based industries such as energy, clean tech, agriculture, and manufacturing.
Platform Calgary acts as a central hub and support system for entrepreneurs, aiding in the creation of products, customer acquisition, fundraising, and hiring processes. The city's tech success is a result of strategic planning, with the Calgary Economic Development innovation strategy set to continue its growth for the next three years.
Jobs in tech extend beyond programming and coding, encompassing roles in sales, human resources, logistics, and more. TCG Machines, a company specializing in trading cards, has grown remarkably from a five-year-old startup with a single founder to a team of 40 employees. They have expanded to 24 countries and are working with over 500 units, making a tangible impact on various business owners.
However, despite the sector's success, Calgary still faces a challenge in education, as only 3,660 tech-related graduates have emerged from local post-secondary institutions. TCG Machines' founder, Nathan Day, believes that Calgary's forward-thinking and ambitious individuals, along with strong support from the city, province, and federal governments, will continue attracting talent and fostering growth.
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