Tech LiftOff
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Expand your Industry Expertise |
Add a Unique Experience To Your Resume |
Forge your Unique Path in Tech |
Learn from Calgary CTOs and technical managers about building products for a tech company |
Build new products and services to solve real problems |
Surpass your peers by leveraging specialized opportunities and resources, empowering you to solve real-world challenges and carve a unique trajectory in the tech world. |
Experience Tech LiftOff |
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Learn about emerging technology from senior-level technical managers and develop a game plan to launch your company. |
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Build the technology solution you've always wanted to build with a team of expert mentors and funding support. |
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3 | Uncover the secrets of working on a business and gain an exclusive inside perspective into the dynamic world of innovation. |

Session Dates
Tech LiftOff will return in winter 2025. Please keep an eye out for Demo Day during fall semester 2024.
Earn $1000 stipend in April and $1000 in August

Program Requirements
- Tech LiftOff is open to Bachelor of Business, Bachelor of Computer Information Systems, Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, and Bachelor of Data Science students. Only 18 participants will be admitted.
- Participants must complete the 8-month program to receive the funding
- Participants must attend all in-person and mentoring sessions to receive the funding.
How Do I Apply? |
Complete the application form with the necessary details and confirm your availability for all mandatory sessions. Attendance in all sessions is required to receive the $1000 funding. If you have any questions about the application, reach out to Diana Grant-Richmond at dgrantrichmond@mtroyal.ca
Program Manager
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Diana is a graduate of Mount Royal's General Management program (2017), a former founder (Unravelled Yarns), LaunchPad alumna, and an experienced mentor. She is passionate about entrepreneurship, volunteering, social innovation, technology, and supporting female-identifying innovators and entrepreneurs, particularly in creative disciplines. Diana brings 12 years of experience in entrepreneurship, finance, and energy to her role. She is always available for a conversation, whether about an emerging idea, innovation, a new venture, or finding your next steps. |
FAQ
We seek imaginative, ambitious individuals eager to explore innovation, acquire career-enhancing skills, and make a positive impact on the world. If this resonates with you, apply now!
To qualify, you must be a full-time or part-time MRU student enrolled in a degree or transfer program with good academic standing. Unfortunately, open studies students are ineligible for our programming. However, we welcome you to join our community events and benefit from our mentoring and coaching services, extended to students campus-wide.