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Ep. 47 – “Building Bold in Calgary” with Jane Thompson

From the oil patch to innovation corridors, we talk resilience, reinvention, and what makes Calgary the best place to dream big.

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“Building Bold in Calgary” with Jane Thompson

From oil & gas to innovation — Jane shares what’s driving Calgary forward.

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