If you think that YEG is just another airport code, think again. In the Edmonton Metropolitan Region, YEG means Young, Educated, Growing and Connected.👩🎓📚📈🤝 The Region is where affordability, opportunity, and a vibrant culture intersect to create a great place to live. The Region includes a population of over 1.5 million residents, a GDP of $110 billion, and is one of the fastest-growing economies in Canada. In the Edmonton region, the people are as real as the opportunities. We’re fiercely progressive and passionately entrepreneurial; pro-business and pro-environment; laid back, and incredibly hardworking. We’re a region where different is embraced, bold is celebrated, and life is exceptional. We are YEG. Video: BAD Films Partners: Athabasca University, MacEwan University, Edmonton International Airport (YEG), Edmonton Chamber of Commerce, Edmonton Unlimited, Explore Edmonton Corporation, NAIT (Northern Alberta Institute of Technology) NorQuest College, University of Alberta Video: https://lnkd.in/giGJJHzS
Edmonton Global
International Trade and Development
Edmonton, Alberta 12,511 followers
The purpose of Edmonton Global is to radically transform and grow the economy of the Edmonton Metropolitan Region.
About us
The Edmonton Metropolitan Region has 1.5 million people and over 783,000 jobs. It represents 30% of Alberta's GDP and will grow to 2.2 million people and 1.2 million jobs in the next 30 years. Edmonton Global promotes the Edmonton Region globally to attract and retain business investment. Edmonton Global is a not-for-profit established by 14 regional municipalities to advance economic development and cooperation in the Edmonton Metropolitan Region.
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http://www.edmontonglobal.ca
External link for Edmonton Global
- Industry
- International Trade and Development
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Edmonton, Alberta
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2017
- Specialties
- economic development, economic development assistance, International Trade, Foreign Direct Investment, and Canada Investment
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Primary
10020 100 St NW
Suite 2205
Edmonton, Alberta T5J 0N5, CA
Employees at Edmonton Global
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Interested in exploring what fresh innovations are driving the transportation industry? 🚙🚛 Join us at the AMTA Alberta Motor Transport Association Industry Innovations Expo to learn about emerging technologies surrounding low and zero-emission 🧼, electric 🔋 , alternative-fuel commercial vehicles ⛽️ , and the industry professionals leading the charge.️ ⚡️👨💼 👩💼 Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/gGfduaNi Diesel Tech Industries, Dynamic Diesel Solutions, WholeFleet Diagnostics, Velocity Truck Centres, Canada, Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
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In the Edmonton Metropolitan Region, scientists are at the forefront of research in diabetes 🩺, virology 🦠, and precision health – and we have world-class facilities to support this work. This sector is bolstering with opportunity. 🚀 Being home to facilities like the Cross Cancer Institute, the Health Innovation Hub, and the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation Canada (DRIFCan), our ecosystem is a strong one 💪. Discover the opportunity to work alongside other Regional businesses, like 48Hour Discovery, DrugBank, and Ciba Health. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eEYthiRC #Lifesciencesweek2024 API
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We're thrilled to be co-hosting Carbon Capture Canada, Canada's national CCUS event, for the third year in a row. This event is an opportunity to demonstrate the Edmonton Region's leadership and innovation in CCUS to the world. Our unique geology, abundant resources, and proven track record in delivering large-scale projects position the Edmonton Region as the choice destination for decarbonization investments. Major companies like Air Products, Dow, Shell, and Heidelberg Materials are making significant investments into decarbonization projects in our Region. They recognize the potential here and the role our Region can play in helping achieve their net-zero targets. We look forward to welcoming the world to the Edmonton Region and sharing more about the incredible opportunities that await here. Join us in the Edmonton Region, September 10th to 12th, at Carbon Capture Canada 2024. Register here: https://lnkd.in/edmnAPQ9 There’s truly no better place to host an event of this significance. This will be one you won’t want to miss. Come be part of the future! Malcolm Bruce MSM, ICD.D dmg events Carbon Capture Canada Edmonton Region Hydrogen HUB
We are pleased to present a special welcoming message from Malcolm Bruce MSM, ICD.D, CEO at Edmonton Global! Edmonton Global, a not-for-profit established by 14 regional municipalities, accelerates economic development and cooperation in the Edmonton Metropolitan Region by promoting the area as a prime destination for clean energy investments, innovative solutions, and sustainable energy initiatives. Don’t miss out! Watch the video and secure your place at the leading event advancing the CCUS industry. Register today: https://lnkd.in/gC4uh4CM For more interview videos: https://lnkd.in/g_iwTwZ9
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Greg Panuccio of Linde Canada talks about the company's role in decarbonizing industry and creating a net-zero future with CCUS technology at Carbon Capture Canada. 🌍♻️ Watch the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/gggjwjis Learn more about Carbon Capture Canada: https://lnkd.in/edmnAPQ9 #carboncapturecanada #CCC2024 #CCUSconference
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Get ready for Life Sciences Week from September 23-27, hosted by API! 🎉 We’re celebrating professionals, students, and innovators from across Alberta's life sciences sector. Expect a week full of engaging sessions, networking opportunities, and showcases of groundbreaking ideas. 💡 Whether you’re looking to pitch your innovations, connect with industry leaders, or explore new opportunities, Life Sciences Week is the place to be. 🌟 Be part of the future of life sciences and experience how we are Connecting Minds, Shaping Futures. 🌐 Learn more at lifesciencesweek.ca. 📅 #LifeSciencesWeek #NextGenLifeSciences #AlbertaLifeSciences
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Bonnie Drozdowski of InnoTech Alberta shares why Carbon Capture Canada is the place to be this year! ☝️ Watch the full interview here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eipbY5EX Learn more about Carbon Capture Canada: https://lnkd.in/edmnAPQ9 #carboncapturecanada #CCC2024 #CCUSconference Alberta Innovates
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We are accelerating the transition to a clean energy future. A newly announced project will support the development of a comprehensive plan on the socio-economic and environmental investment required to establish a hydrogen corridor in Western Canada. This initiative will help facilitate the decarbonization of the heavy-duty trucking industry. Let's drive towards a sustainable future together! #5000hydrogen #5kh2vehicle #hydrogenvehicle #hydrogencorridor Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gibR3PEg Read the report: https://lnkd.in/gkkPsrVM
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We’d like to welcome Lisa A. to Edmonton Global as our new Manager, Corporate Services! Lisa grew up on a farm in southern Alberta and moved to the Edmonton Metro Region to study at the University of Alberta. She has a rich background in the non-profit and higher education sectors. We’re excited to have Lisa on our team! Learn about our team and board: https://lnkd.in/gtHeGEaA
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Now live! - The 5,000 Hydrogen Vehicle Challenge: Alberta Innovates We interviewed Dave Van Den Assem, Director, Clean Technology at Alberta Innovates to hear his insights on the the future of hydrogen mobility! Watch: https://lnkd.in/gp3snagG #5000Hydrogen #5kH2vehicles
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