Community Futures Southwest

06/01/2026

Free Online Webinar | Protecting Your Business: Wills, Legacy & What Happens Next?

Planning for the future of your business is just as important as building it.

Join Wanda Kozloski of Indigenous Women for Innovation in Law for an informative session exploring the legal considerations surrounding wills, legacy planning, and what happens when business ownership changes.

This webinar will help business owners better understand how to protect their business, their family, and their legacy through thoughtful planning.

During this session, participants will learn about:

• Key legal considerations related to wills and business ownership
• What happens to a business when an owner passes away or steps away
• Important legacy planning considerations for business owners
• Applicable laws and potential implications for your business
• How planning ahead can protect your business and provide peace of mind

📅 Wednesday, June 3, 2026
⏰ 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
💻 Online | Free to attend

Register here:
https://Whathappensnext.eventbrite.ca

This session is ideal for entrepreneurs, small business owners, and anyone thinking about the long-term future of their business.

05/29/2026

💡 Every business owner’s journey is unique — and so are the supports you need.

What kind of help would make the biggest difference for you right now?

👇 Drop your answer in the comments — let’s grow together!

05/28/2026

Imagine building a business that reflects your passions, skills, and goals.
That’s what entrepreneurship is all about — and with Community Futures Southwest, you don’t have to do it alone. From planning to financing to growth strategies, our team is here to support you every step of the way.

📍 Based in Swift Current, proudly serving all of southwest Saskatchewan.
🔗 Book your appointment today: https://cfsask.ca/southwest-contact-information

05/27/2026

💰 Need a boost to grow your business?

We offer loans of up to $150,000 to help Saskatchewan entrepreneurs start, grow, or expand — right here in your community.

Let’s turn your business goals into action! 🚀

📞 Connect with us today to see how we can help.
(306)778-4242
https://cfsask.ca/south-west-loans

05/25/2026

What a great time for this session! You will walk away with tangible skills that you can start implementing to your life right away!

Maintaining Focus, Preventing Burnout, and Sustaining Business Operations

Friday, May 29th, 2026

12:00pm-1:00pm in Saskatchewan
1:00pm-2:00pm in Manitoba

This virtual webinar is designed to help entrepreneurs maintain focus, protect their energy, and create sustainable systems that keep their business running without sacrificing their well-being. Walk away with practical strategies to reduce overwhelm, stay productive, and build a business that supports both your personal and professional success.

The Presenter: Kimberly Evans is a professional speaker, event planner, owner of JOY. Consulting experience spanning over 20 years as an entrepreneur. Her professional experience in time management, systems, details and timelines will offer practical strategies for entrepreneurs who are ready to find clarity in their values in order to transform their life and business from overwhelmed to over-joyed.

Register: https://May292026SustainingBusinessOperationsWebinar.eventbrite.ca

Image description: Webinar details provided along with the Entrepreneurs with Disabilities logo and photo of Kimberly Evans, workshop presenter.

05/25/2026

What's your Side Hustle? Do you want $500 and individualized coaching to learn a bit more and increase your revenue? Why not?

To apply, visit: https://cfsask.ca/southwest-support/south-west-programs

05/25/2026

What a great summer job opportunity! Please share!

Instead of a cover letter, please add into your email a response to the following two
questions:

1. Tell them one place everyone should visit in Saskatchewan, and what makes it special to you?

2. Community Futures likes to help people grow their skills; What is something they could support you with for your professional development?

05/22/2026

🎯 Top 5 Action Steps for You Right Now

🟢 Write or update your business plan (even 3 pages) with: what you sell, who you sell to, how you sell, what costs you have, and key risks (especially rural ones).
🟢 Build a 12-month cash-flow/survival budget: mark your lowest months, plan how you’ll cover them.
🟢 Choose one marketing channel to focus on (e.g., website + one social media platform), set a schedule.
🟢 Identify & apply to at least one support program (loan, grant, advisory) in next 60 days.
🟢 Connect with a peer/mentor: reach out to your local Community Futures office or join a rural business network in Saskatchewan to share lessons and build support.

05/21/2026

Did you know that we offer flexible, locally decided loans and practical advice for rural entrepreneurs. We’ll walk you through options that fit your plan—so you can move ahead with confidence.

💲 For more information about our Loans, Advice and Support visit: https://cfsask.ca/southwest