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$2 Million Boost for Alberta SMEs to Expand Globally

10/24/2025

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On October 23, 2025, in Edmonton, Alberta, Minister Eleanor Olszewski announced federal funding through the Black Entrepreneurship Program Ecosystem Fund.
The $2 million investment will enable ConvergX Global Solutions Foundation to provide testing and support services for Alberta SMEs preparing for global markets.
The program is backed by Boeing and the Opportunity Calgary Investment Fund.
It is expected to create about 100 jobs and boost Alberta's defence and technology growth.

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On October 23, 2025, in Edmonton, Alberta, Minister Eleanor Olszewski announced federal funding through the Black Entrepreneurship Program Ecosystem Fund.
The $2 million investment will enable ConvergX Global Solutions Foundation to provide testing and support services for Alberta SMEs preparing for global markets.
The program is backed by Boeing and the Opportunity Calgary Investment Fund.
It is expected to create about 100 jobs and boost Alberta's defence and technology growth.