The battle for Western Canada’s tech crown is heating up as Calgary gains ground on Vancouver. Alberta’s low taxes, affordable housing, and aggressive recruitment through the “Alberta is Calling” campaign have drawn skilled workers away from B.C. Venture capital in Alberta outpaced B.C.’s for the first time in early 2024, though Vancouver still leads in deal value and established tech firms.
Experts warn B.C. risks losing its edge due to high taxes and business costs, while Calgary still lacks anchor tech firms to cement its rise. The West’s tech power dynamic is shifting.
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