Community Futures Alberta Southwest

07/09/2026

Are you interested in what startup investing is all about? The Alberta Venture Finance Education Series is offering a free, virtual live-via-Zoom course this September that breaks down the fundamentals of investing in Startups — no experience required.
📘 Startup Investing: From Thesis to Term Sheet

🗓️ September 28 - October 1, 2026

🕖 7–9 PM MT | Virtual via Zoom Daily

🎓 Free for Alberta residents

We’ll cover:

🔹 How venture deals work (and what’s “market”)

🔹 Building your personal investment thesis

🔹 Evaluating early-stage opportunities

🔹 Consulting for Equity

Whether you’re new to the space or looking to sharpen your approach, this course is designed to give Albertans the tools to confidently step into the startup ecosystem.
📍 Register now: https://forms.gle/LU34tUUzorJKYQBY6

07/07/2026

Business owners – this one’s for you! If you’re thinking about raising money for your business — or deep in the weeds trying to teach yourself how venture financing actually works — we’ve got your back.
📢 Join us for the Alberta-focused: Fundraising for Entrepreneurs Course

🗓️ September 21 - 24, 2026

🕖 7–9 PM MT | Virtual via Zoom Daily

💸 FREE for Alberta residents

This course is designed specifically for Alberta-based entrepreneurs navigating the early-stage funding landscape. We’ll cover:

✅ Sources of funding for your business

✅ How to prepare for your first raise

✅ Understanding term sheets and cap tables

✅ What’s “normal” in venture deals (and what’s not)

Whether you’re exploring funding for the first time or ready to raise, this course will give you the tools, language, and confidence to move forward.

📍 Reserve your spot today: https://forms.gle/q2Q1AMR2TquBBtf46

07/07/2026

IT’S ABOUT MORE THAN THE BOTTOM LINE.

You’re not just building a business.
You’re building a future for your town.

You’re tired of the "growth at all costs" mentality
You want to leave a legacy, not just a balance sheet
You’re looking for support that actually understands rural life

Real success is measured by the impact you have.

We support the network of 27 local Community Futures offices
We connect you to resources designed for rural business owners
You can access business loans and planning through your local office

You don’t have to do this alone.
Find your local office.

07/02/2026

06/26/2026

Thinking about starting a business, growing your current one, or exploring a new idea? Start where you are. Sylvia, our Business Advisor at Community Futures Alberta Southwest, is here to provide guidance, support, and practical advice every step of the way. Call 403-553-0264 to get started!

06/24/2026

Success in rural business doesn’t happen overnight—it’s built through hard work, resilience, and showing up every day. When growth feels challenging or financing seems out of reach, you don’t have to navigate it alone. Community Futures provides the advice, resources, and financing support rural entrepreneurs need to move forward with confidence.
Give us a call... 403-553-0264

Success in rural Alberta isn't about luck.

It’s about showing up every day and putting in the work.

You’re doing the work but not seeing the payoff.
You feel like you’re hitting a wall with financing.
You’re trying to grow but feel stuck in the day-to-day.

Grit gets you started, but the right support keeps you going.

We support the network of 27 local Community Futures offices.
Get advice from people who understand rural business.
Access business loans and support through your local office.

You don’t have to do this alone.
Find your local office.

06/23/2026

A heartfelt thank you to the Queens Hotel team for the incredible tour and warm hospitality during our latest Women in Business event.

It was inspiring to see the vision, passion, and progress behind this exciting project. We are thrilled to be part of the journey and can't wait to watch the Queens continue to rise.

The future is bright, and we look forward to what's ahead!