Accelerator Program Canada
Based at Quantum City in Calgary - North America’s emerging quantum innovation hub.
Why Canada? Why Calgary?
Calgary combines global ambition with a uniquely applied approach to innovation. With more than $500 million in venture capital raised in 2023 alone, Calgary is one of Canada’s fastest-growing innovation ecosystems. It’s where world-class academic research meets a strong business mindset - shaped by a legacy of solving complex problems in energy, infrastructure, and finance.
The Gateway to North America’s Deep Tech Market
QAI Ventures operates its Canadian accelerator in partnership with Quantum City, a strategic initiative of the University of Calgary and the city’s leading hub for quantum solutions. Quantum City is backed by the Government of Alberta and private industry partners, with $100 million in investments. This partnership strengthens collaboration between startups, academia, and corporate partners, with a focus on applied quantum solutions.
Meet the Team of the QAI Ventures Accelerator in Canada, powered by Quantum City.
David Yiptong, Accelerator Director QAI Ventures Canada, explains details of the Accelerator Program in Calgary.
Your Home Base: Quantum City Calgary
Our accelerator is hosted at the qHub, the center of Calgary’s quantum campus. As a founder, you’ll be working side by side with researchers and other deep tech startups.
Our Founders gain access to:
Cutting-edge lab infrastructure and quantum resources
Calgary’s innovation institutions and VC community
Industry partnerships, especially in life sciences, energy, logistics, and advanced manufacturing
One of the most entrepreneurial cities in Canada, with real momentum in deep tech and applied R&D
Meet the Accelerator Team in Canada
Our Calgary-based team brings startup experience, academic networks, and market expertise.
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Arianna Elena Maschietto
Global Startup Program Director
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David Yiptong
Accelerator Director QAI Ventures Canada
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Saeed Neyshabouri
Program Manager
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Samira Ayache
Coordinator Accelerator Program
Get a feel for the Accelerator Program vibe!
Watch our latest Demo Day, when our founders take the stage and present their solutions in front of the QAI Ventures’ network of mentors, industry partners, and investors.
Batch I Canada successfully graduated from the QAI Ventures Accelerator powered by Quantum City.
Why you should join the Accelerator Program
Listen to the experiences of our Founders who graduated from the Accelerator Program in Calgary, Canada.
Meet your Coaches and Mentors in Calgary
Startups in our Canadian program are supported by a local mentor network rooted in QuantumAI research, entrepreneurship, and product leadership.
Saeed Neyshabouri, Program Manager QAI Ventures
James Chepyha, VP at Chrysalix Venture Capital
Mike Gaudet, CMO Eighty Twenty
Sarah Morrill & Chantel Elliot, 321 Growth Academy
Andrew Wong, Partner at Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP
Applications are open now - apply to our Program in Calgary
Our next cohort in Calgary starts in April 2026. If you're looking to launch or scale in North America, this is your entry point - backed by funding, mentorship, and deep tech infrastructure.