From the Community

New member blog – May 2025

June 17, 2025

We would like to welcome and introduce members that joined the Calgary Chamber in the month of May. These companies are now part of Calgary’s vibrant business community and, as our newest members, they are ready to create impact and shape the future of our city, together.

BD Canada

Manufacturing and distributing essential medical technology since 1951, BD-Canada, a proudly Canadian organization, has become the backbone of Ontario’s healthcare system. Headquartered in Mississauga along with a distribution centre, and a manufacturing centre in Quebec, BD-Canada has established an essential and resilient network with a team of over 1,000 dedicated Canadian employees. Our presence spans every stage of the patient journey, and we are in every healthcare setting from community pharmacies and hospital networks, to laboratories, home care, and long-term care homes. From syringes that administer routine vaccines to innovative and cutting-edge lab automation to the operating room, we are a global leader trusted by healthcare providers across Canada and beyond.

JayPlans Inc.

JayPlans is a fintech company on a mission to make unbiased financial advice accessible to all Canadians, regardless of status or finances. Driven by the belief that financial health is as crucial as physical and mental health, JayPlans offer their software and financial advice to employers as an enhancement to their existing group benefit plan.

JayPlans users receive personalized advice and insights from financial professionals, free from investment management, insurance sales, or hidden agendas. With transparent, goal-focused planning, unbiased by commission-driven sales tactics, families can confidently make informed decisions for their future.

Opuluxe Booths

Opuluxe Booths is a Calgary-based luxury photobooth company dedicated to elevating events with bespoke, high-end photo and 360° video experiences. Our photobooth and interactive 360° video setups provide customizable overlays, premium backdrops, and instant social sharing to captivate guests and create memorable keepsakes. Our professional attendants, state-of-the-art equipment, and attention to detail ensure seamless integration into weddings, corporate functions, and private celebrations. At Opuluxe Booths, we blend cutting-edge technology with personalized service to deliver a truly opulent, engaging experience tailored to each client’s vision.

Calgary Innovation Coalition

Founded in 2016, and funded in partnership with Alberta Innovates, the Calgary Innovation Coalition works in coordination with seven other Regional Innovation Networks across the province. Regional Innovation Networks are entrepreneur-centric, community-based networks with the goal of providing programs, entrepreneurial support and development, and services to accelerate the growth of technology and knowledge-based businesses.

Rohit Group

At Rohit, also more formally known as Rohit Group, we have a singular vision: Expand across North America, enriching the communities that we serve. We will achieve this by taking a bold and uncompromising approach. Since our market introduction back in 1986 by the Gupta family, we have expanded across Canada to become a vertically integrated enterprise with over $1B in assets under management. Moreover, we have established ourselves within multiple Canadian markets from east to west, creating value through our real estate subsidiaries, including Rohit Communities, Rohit Homes, Rohit Rental Living, Rohit Commercial, and Rohit Infrastructure. We encourage boldness, operate with ingenuity, harness the strength of our people, and never lose sight of our community focus. In short, by being bold, we go further.

Airudi

Founded by two human resources experts, Airudi develops AI-powered solutions that help organizations work smarter, operate more efficiently, and create better conditions for their teams. Our technology, developed here in Canada, addresses real-world challenges across three key areas:

Recruitment, by identifying top candidates and automating up to 80% of the admin work
Workforce optimization, by predicting staffing needs and ensuring the right people are in the right place at the right time.
Occupational health and safety, by detecting risks early, automating compliance, and helping build safer workplaces.

Used by over 5,000 organizations in Quebec and abroad, Airudi’s solutions are transforming how companies manage their workforce bringing both human and economic value to the forefront.

Eat for life by Marsha

Eat For Life By Marsha Inc. is a Calgary-based local Canadian company dedicated to healthy and gluten-free living. We create delicious recipes and offer a wide selection of nutritious, gluten-free and dairy-free products sourced from trusted Canadian and national suppliers. Enjoy convenient delivery of pantry essentials, cookbooks, curated gift packs, and freshly baked delicious gluten-free treats right to your home or workplace.

Blue Sky Consulting Inc.

Blue Sky Consulting specializes in helping organizations navigate the complexities of ERP selection, implementation, and optimization to ensure seamless operations and maximum value.

Co-Founded by Richard, who serves as Managing Partner, Blue Sky Consulting brings deep expertise in ERP strategy and business transformation. Richard has led companies through complex implementations, process improvements, and system integrations, ensuring they get the most out of their technology investments. His hands-on approach focuses on delivering tailored solutions that align with each organization’s unique needs.

At Blue Sky Consulting, the goal is clear—help businesses streamline operations, enhance productivity, and leverage ERP systems to drive sustainable growth. With a collaborative and results-driven approach, the firm empowers companies to make informed technology decisions and unlock new levels of efficiency.

For organizations seeking ERP expertise, Blue Sky Consulting is the trusted partner in delivering strategic solutions and lasting impact.

Lighthouse Custom Homes

Lighthouse Custom Homes is a Calgary-based luxury home builder specializing in architecturally driven, client-focused custom homes. We blend craftsmanship, transparency, and innovation to create timeless homes that reflect each client’s unique vision. With a strong commitment to quality and personalized service, our team guides homeowners through every step of the design and build process — from concept to keys.

EPM

Professional services firm focused on complex digital business transformation, project and change management, and leveraging technology to enable business outcomes and achieve a long-lasting change.

The Family Psychology Place

The Family Psychology Place is a space for you and your family to feel comfortable, find answers, and get help. Who are we? We are a team of psychologists and social workers in one of the largest private practice clinics in Canada. What do we aim to do? Find answers and provide solutions to the questions in your life.

Bird Canada

Bird Canada provides shared e-scooter and e-bike programs to cities across the country, from Surrey, BC to Halifax, NS. We help both cities and businesses solve first and last kilometers gaps by providing a connector to transit and a compelling alternative to the car. Bird Canada is proud to call Calgary our Western Headquarters, where we have served the City from 2019.

GBCS Group Ltd

GBCS Group is an international consulting firm specializing in fleet optimization, logistics, and sustainability across land, marine, and aerospace sectors. The firm leverages advanced technologies such as ORION aviation systems, KOMET flight tracking powered by machine learning, and the AI-driven Voop application platform. It also supports specialized initiatives through tools like TirEka! Connect for tire recycling, Lokomotive for heavy freight analytics, Aukai for maritime logistics integration, and SkyIT for aerospace data intelligence. GBCS is committed to transforming transportation systems through smart, scalable, and sustainable practices.

La Brezza

The Buonincontris family’s story echoes the rich history of Bridgeland, once known as Calgary’s “Little Italy.” Like many Italian immigrants who settled in the area after World War II. Bridgeland became a vibrant hub of Italian culture, with a concentration of Italian bakeries, restaurants, and grocery stores that provided newcomers with familiar comforts.

La Brezza opened by the founder Marco who LIVED in the basement of the iconic house is nestled in the heart of this historic neighborhood, Marco married Filomena and her mother (his mother in law from napoli helped form the iconic recipes, La Brezza today continues and is now run by his children to honor this legacy. The restaurant’s commitment to traditional Italian cuisine and family formalities reflects the broader narrative of Bridgeland’s transformation from “Germantown” in the 1880s to a thriving Italian community by the mid-20th century.

Today, while Bridgeland has evolved into a diverse, trendy neighborhood, La Brezza stands as a testament to the area’s Italian roots. It offers diners a chance to experience the warmth and culinary heritage that once defined Calgary’s Little Italy, keeping alive the spirit of community that has always been at the heart of this unique Calgary district.

Upgrade Labs Calgary

Upgrade Labs Calgary is the city’s premier biohacking and recovery destination, merging cutting-edge technology with evidence-based practices to enhance how you feel, heal, and perform. Build strength efficiently with AI-driven fitness, and restore balance with advanced modalities such as cold therapy, PEMF, lymphatic massage, and full-body red light therapy. This is the gym of the future—where performance, recovery, and longevity come together in one personalized experience. Whether your goal is increased energy, reduced pain, or optimized performance, Upgrade Labs helps you reach your peak, faster.