The Archive Fund presents
The Canon Event
A day for the people making things happen in Calgary.
Meet Calgary’s community of creatives, entrepreneurs, founders, and builders.
You are invited to
a night for the people building things in this city, and across the country.
Come for the market, the films, and the people. Stay for the conversations, the inspiration, and the connections you didn’t know you needed.
From emerging brands and independent creatives to ambitious startups and new businesses, The Canon Event brings together the people turning ideas into something real.
A space to discover what’s being built, celebrate local talent, exchange ideas, and connect with people from across Calgary’s creative and entrepreneurial scene.
Different industries. Different perspectives. One room.
you never know who you’ll meet, or what it might inspire you to build next…
The event
Three acts, one day.
NOV 15, 2026Werklund CentreDowntown Calgary, AB
ACT IThe Gathering Market11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Explore a vibrant market bringing together local businesses, creatives, and builders, with music, unique finds, and new ideas around every corner.
Meet the people behind the projects, discover local brands, and connect with a community of people building something of their own!
- Time
- 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Location
- Werklund Centre, Downtown Calgary
ACT IIThe Film Festival6:15 PM – 9:00 PM
Ten short films sharing the stories behind Calgary’s creatives and builders. Why they started, what they’re passionate about, and the journey of turning an idea into something of their own.
A chance to hear their stories, get inspired, and see what happens when people decide to go for it.
- Time
- 6:15 PM – 9:00 PM
- Location
- Werklund Centre, Downtown Calgary
ACT IIIThe Dinner4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
An intimate, private dinner bringing together a curated group of founders, investors, and entrepreneurs.
A space for meaningful conversations, exchanging ideas, and connecting with people who are building, investing in, and shaping what’s next.
- Time
- 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
- Location
- Werklund Centre, Downtown Calgary
- Access
- Private, invite-only dinner
More than an event
A community.
Whether you’re building a business, creating something new, launching a startup, telling stories, or simply curious about what people around you are making, there’s a place for you here.
Come meet the people behind Calgary’s next chapter.
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