Edmonton Scale-Up Stories

​Edmonton’s life sciences sector is home to a new wave of pre-seed and early-stage companies turning bold ideas into market-ready innovations. This panel highlights local founders building globally relevant solutions right here in Alberta, as they navigate early validation, funding hurdles, and scale-up pathways.

​Hear from innovators who are shaping the next chapter of Alberta’s health innovation economy. Panelists will discuss what’s fueling their momentum, the barriers they’ve faced, and how Edmonton’s ecosystem can better support startups from ideation to impact.

​Speakers:

• ​Catalina Vasquez – Co‑founder & COO, Nanostics

• ​Craig Milne – CEO, Innovotech

• ​Loreen Wales – Founder and CEO, My Viva

​Moderator:

• ​Leah Sarich – Head of Story, Thin Air Labs