Community Connect 2025

Join us for Community Connect, a monthly networking lunch designed to create space and time for Platform Calgary member companies to learn from each other, exchange ideas, and build valuable relationships. This gathering brings together our members, partners, program alumni, and coaches to share experiences, celebrate successes, and continue shaping Calgary’s tech and innovation ecosystem.

November Community Connect Program

Ask Me Anything with Helcim & CEO Nic Beique. 
Helcim is a payments company that delivers an easier, smarter, and more affordable payment experience with a human touch.

Nic is a technical founder with over fifteen years of payments experience and a deep passion for team culture, marketing, and product. His track record includes developing payment platforms for both SMBs and Fortune 500 companies.

He has been recognized for his contributions to the payment industry and tech economy in Canada as the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year Prairies Technology overall category winner in 2018 and as a member of the Avenue Calgary Top 40 Under 40 class of 2019.

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Note: This event is designed for Platform Calgary Member Companies to connect, network, learn, and celebrate wins to help startups drive impactful outcomes for their business. We’re offering limited registration for the general public, with a focus on fostering meaningful connections within the vibrant startup community. 

Please note that registration is mandatory for this event. We look forward to seeing you there!

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 A few helpful tips to prepare for the event:

• The main entrance to the Platform Innovation Centre (407 9 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 2K7) is via the revolving doors on 9th avenue directly across the street from the Central Library.
• There is plenty of paid parking located at the Platform Innovation Centre parkade. 
• Pay stations can be found on the main floor of the East or West entrance. We recommend you park on the East side for easy access to the event.
• Or you can make a payment through the Calgary Parking Authority app.
• For those biking, bike racks can be found on the west side of the building.
• Accessibility: If you require accessibility assistance during the event, please notify security or event staff upon arrival. Our team will work to accommodate your needs, including providing assistance with mobility, seating, or other support

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By registering for this event, you acknowledge that Platform Calgary (the organization), as well as third-party organizations hosting activities in the shared public spaces of Platform Innovation Centre (the venue), may capture photos, audio, and video recordings. These materials may include your image or likeness and may be used for promotional purposes, including marketing, social media, and other communications by the respective organizations.

Since the event is held in a public space with multiple users, complete exclusion from photography or recording cannot be guaranteed.

The collection and use of personal information complies with Alberta’s PIPA and Canada’s PIPEDA. For more details on how we handle personal information, please see our Privacy Policy.

If you have any concerns, please feel free to reach out to the team at communications@platformcalgary.com.

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As a non-profit, Platform Calgary is dedicated to fostering a vibrant tech ecosystem. Proceeds generated through our programs and events directly support our mission, enabling us to enhance Calgary's standing as a premier destination for tech innovation and entrepreneurship. We appreciate your continued support!