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INVESTING IN CALGARY'S FUTURE

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ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY CALGARY INVESTMENT FUND

Strengthening Calgary's economy

OCIF backs initiatives that diversify the local economy, create jobs and training opportunities and attract investment to Calgary.

ABOUT US

Left: OCIF’s $2.5 million investment helped Calgary secure Lufthansa Technik's Canadian headquarters, reinforcing our city’s status as a top destination for aerospace talent. Read more

“OCIF WAS INSTRUMENTAL IN BUILDING THE LIFE SCIENCES INNOVATION HUB AND DIVERSIFYING CALGARY’S ECONOMY.”

Nima Najand, Executive Director, Innovation and Intellectual Property, Innovate Calgary 

OCIF’S IMPACT

STRATEGIC INVESTMENTS THAT PAY OFF AT HOME

We unlock opportunities for Calgarians through strategic investments that accelerate growth and innovation across key sectors.  

Our initiatives create a ripple effect across Calgary’s economy. For every dollar invested by OCIF, our city experiences a 12x return on funding committed.

OUR IMPACT

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  • $1.1B

    Economic activity generated

  • 1,115

    Companies created or scaled

  • 4,197

    Jobs created or retained

OUR PORTFOLIO

INITIATIVES SUPPORTED BY OCIF

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OUR FULL PORTFOLIO
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APPLICATION PROCESS

APPLY FOR OCIF FUNDING

We’re looking for projects that grow Calgary’s workforce and economy. Our two-stage application process starts with understanding your business, industry and plans. Applicants who move on to Stage 2 are asked for more detailed information, including a business plan and financial statements.

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