The Corner Coworking & co-warehousing

05/05/2026

Our friends at the Bike Cochrane Society have a WestJet flight raffle on until June 6th. Now is the time to fly free!

Welcome to our 'Gift of Flight' raffle with 2 tickets anywhere Westjet flies, to support our upcoming Angry Hawk Youth Enduro and Mountain Bike Festival! This raffle is for one roundtrip flight for two guests to any regularly scheduled and marketed WestJet destination!* (*No cash value, fees, taxes,...

04/27/2026

Growing your business and starting to think about financing?

BDC has a free guide on how to get a business loan that's worth a read — short, practical, and written for everyday entrepreneurs (not finance majors). It covers the questions your bank will ask, the financial ratios lenders look at, and how to pick the right loan for what you're trying to do.

We see a lot of members at The Corner working through these exact decisions — when to borrow, how much, and from whom. If you're in that stage, this guide is a good starting point. And if you'd rather talk it through with someone who's been there, come down for a coffee. The community here has a lot of experience to share.

Read it here: https://www.bdc.ca/en/articles-tools/entrepreneur-toolkit/guides/how-to-get-business-loan

04/15/2026

Inviting you to drop by The Corner Coworking in Cochrane on April 15. Shane Hudson will be here to demo ergonomic office equipment provided by Reconfigure Office Furniture & Design Inc. and keyboards supplied through ErgoCanada.com.

Proactively test out this great office setup!

Did we mention that Reconfigure have dropped off ☕ & 🍩s

02/24/2026

Cochrane founders, this one is for you! 🚀

From our friends Craig Elias & Brand Old.

Running a business is busy, and finding time for professional development can be tough. That’s why we love Founder Fridays! It’s more than just a webinar—it’s a launchpad for Alberta’s founders to connect, upskill, and accelerate their startups.

🗓 When: Friday, March 6 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM MST
📍 Where: Virtual (Join from your desk at The Corner!)
💡 What: A live fireside chat with featured authors on the "must-know" concepts for business success.

Whether you're a solo-preneur or leading a growing team, there’s a seat for you in this community. Let’s grow together!

Sign up today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/founder-fridays-powered-by-albertas-regional-innovation-networks-tickets-1646806074299

Struggling to keep up with best practices in business? Join us on Founder Fridays and take a deep dive into key takeaways from many authors!

02/17/2026

Excited to be working with Hudson Ergonomics & Reconfigure Office Furniture & Design Inc. on making our space more ergonomic and professional.

Thanks to Shane Hudson for the awesome idea that is a win for us all!

https://hudsonergonomics.blogspot.com/2026/02/the-corner-coworking-and-ergocentric.html

02/12/2026

Not sure if you’ve heard but there’s a great event coming up at Found Books this Wednesday. Hosted by our friends Innovate Cochrane, the guest panel will be taking a fresh look at what it means to invest in community. And I thought you would be a great contribution to the conversation!

Here’s a link to the event:

https://www.innovatecochrane.com/events/community-innovators-february-2026

Hope to see you there!

Our Community Innovators Spotlight Series is Wednesday, February 18, 2026. Topic : INVESTING IN OUR COMMUNITY - A FRESH LOOK This month, join our host Nathan Klassen with Ryan Baum from Cochrane Toyota, Tim Harvie from the Cochrane Foundation, Wanda McGinnis from Big Hill Haven, as they discu

02/11/2026

More great content from Business Link Alberta

🚩 Are you accidentally triggering a CRA audit?

Between running your business and managing a team, taxes often fall to the bottom of the "to-do" list—until they become a headache. 🤯

We’re hosting a FREE Tax Tips & Tricks webinar specifically for Canadian small business owners! We’ve brought in expert Vartika Satija (CPA, CA) to help you navigate:

🔹 Audit Red Flags: What the CRA looks for. 🔹 Deadlines: Don't get hit with late filing penalties. 🔹 GST/HST: Making sense of registration and rules. 🔹 Structure: Tax considerations for incorporated vs. unincorporated businesses.

Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, this 1-hour session will save you time, money, and stress.

🔗 https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/tax-tips-tricks-every-canadian-small-business-owner-should-know-tickets-1981638646536

Feeling overwhelmed by taxes? Join CPA Vartika Satija for a practical webinar on tax basics, compliance, and planning for small businesses.

02/10/2026

From our friends Business Link Alberta...

Are the "ups and downs" of business ownership feeling a little too... solo lately? 🎢

We get it. That’s why we created Peerpreneur Sessions. It’s a FREE 4-week virtual deep dive where Alberta entrepreneurs (1–5 years in business) come together to talk shop, swap stories, and solve problems.

No lectures. No fluff. Just 90-minute group discussions facilitated by experts, powered by the wisdom of people who are in the trenches just like you. 🤝

The details: 📍 Virtual (Join from anywhere in AB!) ⏰ 4 weeks | 1.5 hours per week 💰 Cost: FREE

Ready to find your "biz besties" and level up? Tap the link in our bio to apply! 🔗

12/31/2025

As we wrap up 2025, and it's been full of exciting and challenging changes, we're keen to get into 2026!

Happy New Year to our community and network!

08/27/2025

New marketing template for entrepreneurs

From the folks BDC.

Making the most of every marketing dollar is always a priority when you are running a small business. To help you out, we've revamped our marketing plan template with a sleek new PowerPoint format and a load of sharp insights and rich details. Ready to turn strategy into action? This template makes it effortless.

https://www.bdc.ca/en/articles-tools/entrepreneur-toolkit/templates-business-guides/marketing-plan-template

08/23/2025

Free Virtual Workshop: Unlocking AI for Small Businesses

From Digital Main Street & Google Canada

AI is a powerful technology that can help simplify business tasks and create new opportunities for small businesses and entrepreneurs – but knowing how to use it may seem overwhelming. This free virtual workshop, presented by Digital Main Street and Google Canada, is designed to empower small businesses with essential AI skills. Learn practical prompting techniques, explore real-world AI applications, and understand the policy changes shaping the future of small business in Canada.

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/unlocking-ai-for-small-businesses-with-digital-main-street-google-canada-tickets-1559444874599