Community Futures Central Alberta

09/02/2026

You don't need to travel to Calgary or Edmonton to access high-quality, practical technology training!

We are bringing hands-on AI training directly to the Innisfail Public Library on Thursday, October 22. Connect with other local professionals and learn how to put AI to work for your organization.

Details:

📅 October 22, 2026 (9:00 AM – 3:30 PM)
📍 Innisfail Public Library (In-Person)
🎟️ $49 | Limited Capacity
🔗 Book your place: https://aiatwork-innisfail.eventbrite.ca

08/31/2026

🌟 We're excited to welcome Ali Grinham to our team as our new Business Analyst! 🌟

Ali brings extensive experience supporting entrepreneurs, fostering economic development, and helping individuals achieve their professional goals. From managing entrepreneurship programs and providing business counselling at Community Futures Central Okanagan to guiding students toward meaningful career pathways in Fort McMurray, her work has always been centred on empowering people to succeed.

Coming from a family of entrepreneurs herself, Ali understands the challenges and rewards of business ownership. In her role, she'll be helping entrepreneurs build strong business plans, navigate financing options, and access the resources they need to start and grow successful businesses.

Please join us in giving Ali a warm welcome!

08/27/2026

Applications are now open for Catalyst Incubator's Fall 2026 cohort. Submit your application today: https://loom.ly/6UY8us0

08/25/2026

08/24/2026

Introducing Talent and Teams – a new online course from Community Futures. Learn how to attract new employees AND keep them engaged! This self-paced course is perfect for small business and there is no cost to enrol! For more information visit central.albertacf.com/launch-pad

08/21/2026

Stay up-to-date on Community Futures news from central Alberta! Sign up for our quarterly e-newsletter and keep informed about the happenings at CFCA. https://loom.ly/xtgvXr0

08/19/2026

Catalyst Incubator is a project proudly provided by Community Futures Central Alberta (CFCA) and funded by the Central Alberta Regional Innovation Network (CARIN), and is FREE to attend for all eligible entrepreneurs.
Applications are now open for our Fall 2026 and Winter 2027 cohorts.
Apply by September 25th: https://loom.ly/6UY8us0

08/18/2026

Community Futures Central Alberta wants you to know about Your Business Your Plan - one of the 5 FREE online courses in our Launch Pad learning platform. A properly structured business plan is essential for
long-term success. In this course clients will learn key elements like market research, basic financials, and business continuity. Find out more at central.albertacf.com/training/launch-pad

08/17/2026

Just like that, RAYEC 2026 is in the books! Business Day was a success! CFCA was happy to sponsor this wonderful camp again this year.

08/13/2026

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