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Entrepreneurs
Applications Open: December 1st, 2026
Applications close: February 26th, 2027
Cost: $300
Wondering if you’re eligible? Read more.
Entrepreneur Applications open
Mentors
Interested in mentoring? SMARTstart requires enthusiastic and experienced business owners each year. Many of our mentors return year after year. Please see the timeline below for an idea of what goes on in the program. Please note that all dates may not be applicable for mentors.
Wondering if you’re eligible? Read more.
Mentor Application Form
Cochrane Program Timeline |
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| Applications Open | December 1, 2026 |
| Information Sessions | Monday, January 18th 2027 – 5:00pm-6:00pm at The Station
Monday, February 8th 2027 – 5:00pm-6:00pm at The Station |
| Application Deadline | February 26th 2027 |
| Selection Process & Interviews | March 1st – March 12th, 2027 |
| Applicants Notified | Mid March 2027 |
| Program Launch | Early April 2027 |
| In-Person Seminars | April 2027 to October 2027 |
| Online Learning | April 2026 to October 2026 |
| Draft Plan Submitted | June 2027 |
| Final Draft Plan Submitted | October 2027 |
| Program Ends/Celebration Event | October 2027 |
Contact Us
If you have questions about SMARTstart Cochrane, please contact us:
SMARTstart Cochrane
Email: Shane.Pegg@cochrane.ca
Phone: 403-851-7717