Business Training & Programs In Northwest Alberta

Want to expand your skill set? We offer a wide range of business training programs and upskilling opportunities, from health and safety training to quick-start business intensives.

Learn how to market your business, understand basic accounting, and explore how to attract and retain talent as a rural business.

Our small business programs provide training and support for rural businesses across Northwest Alberta. Our goal is to help your company thrive by offering you access to specialized services like accounting workshops, marketing seminars, and so much more. We're here for entrepreneurs just like you - take advantage of our programs today and learn the skills you need to succeed.

Community Futures Nsorthwest Alberta is pleased to offer Canada's leading online education program for entrepreneurs in partnership with GoForth Institute.

If you're looking to bolster your understanding of how to start, run or grow a successful and profitable business, learn GoForth Institute's 100 Essential Small Business Skills™ in only 10 hours conveniently delivered to your computer through streaming video and an optional 400+ page resource curriculum book.

Each of the thirty 20 minute video lessons is delivered by an expert in their field of business - marketing, law, accounting, finance, human resources, strategy, marketing research, operations and government compliance.

Learn vital skills such as:

• How to find new markets and more customers
• How to run a more profitable company
• How to develop a winning marketing and social media strategy
• How to prepare your financial records
• Plus 96 more skills

GoForth Institute's 10 hours of online small business training costs just $295 + taxes. When you register through Community Futures Northwest Alberta, you’ll receive our $25 partner discount.

Launch Pad has been developed by Community Futures staff for CF offices across Alberta. This suite of courses is created from the ‘bottom up’ with our clients in mind. That means every course within Launch Pad will be practical, approachable, putting small business owners at the forefront.

If you have a disability, you may qualify for our specialized program for entrepreneurs with disabilities. This gives those with disabilities direct access to a network of business analysts, special funding, and training programs to help them reach their business goals.

ExitNavigator is available to all rural and small town Alberta business owners. This program is designed to help you navigate the complex process of selling or buying a business. The process starts with a free consultation to help you build a plan towards a successful business sale or purchase. Through this program you have access to many free or affordable services, including business transition plans, business valuations, business listings, and sale mediation.