News & Events

How Startec is helping bring Canadian innovations and ideas for clean technology to the world

December 6, 2023

On October 2, a delegation of over 50 Alberta business leaders arrived in our nation’s capital to meet with federal government officials. Their mission was twofold: to share a renewed narrative about our province, and to reinforce Canada’s opportunity to lead. Their message was clear and concise: Canada has an incredible opportunity to lead globally, and Alberta wants to help.

The Future of Startec

July 18, 2023

Startec announces a leadership transition with Joel Cawthorn moving to the Board of Directors, Gord Kelly becoming President of Startec Refrigeration Services, Neil Eastwood becoming Vice President, and Kristi Cawthorn being promoted to CEO of the Startec Group of Companies, emphasizing a new path of unification and collaboration among the company's operations.

Ammonia Safety Days

March 22, 2023

For those who respond to, regulate or work with ammonia, including all Emergency Managers.

Congrats on your promotion, John!

February 8, 2022

Join us in congratulating John Cooke on his promotion to Lead Mechanic at Startec Service! An Everyday Maverick, John has provided customers and his team with his expertise as Journeyman Millwright and Journeyman Refrigeration Technician with us for 17 years. We’re looking forward to working with you in your new role, John!

Covid-Specific HVAC Offering Increases Filtration Levels & Minimizes Droplet Transmission

April 15, 2020

“This is specifically driven towards the capture and removal of those particles. After researching the factors using the latest ASHRAE literature, and corresponding with LD Filtration, we concluded that a filter rating of at least a MERV 15 rating will properly capture respiratory droplets containing the COVID-19 virus.”

Welcome to the Startec Shepard Shop

October 24, 2018

On October 4, 2018, Startec Compression & Process launched their ground-breaking 102,000 sq. ft. property to a group of 200 Everyday Maverick industry influencers.

Startec’s Everyday Mavericks Team Up in New Shepard Shop Facility

September 13, 2018

On June 7, 2018, Startec’s team of Everyday Mavericks recognized the culmination of this approach with the grand opening of their new 85,000 square-foot fabrication facility in Calgary, Alberta.

Startec Expansion Brings Together Two Divisions Under One New Roof

May 15, 2018

Startec is pleased to announce that as of May 15, the two divisions of the company have moved to a larger, more purpose-fit facility in southeast Calgary.

Startec selected as one of Canada’s Top Small & Medium Employers

April 13, 2018

The “Everyday Mavericks” of Startec are proud to announce the company has been selected as one of Canada’s Top Small & Medium Employers.

Creating opportunity from challenge

March 15, 2018

When opportunity knocks, the Startec Everyday Mavericks answer. So when the economic climate darkened and much of the industry was contracting, Startec chose to take a different path - and expand in a significant way.

Startec Becomes Accredited for Backflow Prevention

November 3, 2017

Startec Becomes Accredited for Backflow Prevention /Cross Connection Testing with the City of Calgary .

2017 Startec’s Employee Golf Event – 5th Annual John Anton Memorial

September 18, 2017

Every year in August Startec holds the John Anton Memorial Event to commemorate one of our own Everyday Mavericks who sadly lost his battle with cancer in March 2013. John Anton is fondly remembered as a friend, colleague, teammate and valued employee whose favourite pastime was playing the game of golf.

Startec Attends the Spartan Executive Skins Charity Golf Tournament – 2017

August 30, 2017

Startec participated in the Spartan Executive Skins Charity Golf Tournament at Stewart Creek Golf Club in Canmore on August 21st.

Kristi Cawthorn & EY Entrepreneurs Of The Year open the Market

April 12, 2017

Kristi Cawthorn, President of the Compression and Process arm of Startec and 2016 EY Entrepreneur Of The Year Award Winner in the Manufacturing category, joined a group of EY Entrepreneur Of The Year winners, judges and sponsors to open the Toronto Stock Exchange this morning.

Startec President Wins 2016 EY Entrepreneur of the Year Award

November 15, 2016

Startec Compression & Process Ltd. President, Kristi Cawthorn Zadderey, has won the EY Entrepreneur of the Year award in the manufacturing category.

Sub-Contractor Appreciation Annual Golf Tournament

September 1, 2016

Long-term relationships and teamwork were the themes of the day as Startec held their annual golf tournament for sub-contractors.

Startec X-Warriors Rise to the Challenge

August 27, 2016

The Startec team is always up for a challenge! Especially when it involves supporting local charities and helping our city grow.

6th Annual BDC Charity Golf Tournament

August 1, 2016

Startec is proud to have played a big part in raising $ 21,610 for the Calgary Interfaith Food Bank through the 6th Annual BDC Charity Golf Tournament!

Rec N' The Badlands in Drumheller

August 1, 2016

The 39th Annual AARFP Conference was held in the Drumheller Badlands and Startec had a blast participating in the Recreational Facility Personnel show.

Startec Creates Two Separate Operating Companies

October 1, 2015

With the growth of Startec over the past several years, two operating divisions were created: Startec Compression & Process Ltd., and Startec Refrigeration Services Ltd.

Grand Opening of East Lake Assembly Facility

June 4, 2015

Startec employees and family were on hand to celebrate the grand opening of the East Lake assembly facility in SE Calgary.