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Funded by the Canadian Red Cross through the 2024 Alberta Wildfires Recovery Grants.

 

 

Entrepreneurs

Application deadline: December 1, 2026

Cost:  $50

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

 

 

Program Timeline 2027
Information Sessions October 21, 2026 | 6-7pm (zoom)

November 24, 2026 | Noon-1pm (zoom)

Please register via:
Email:  kgomuwka@albertacf.com
Applications Open September 1, 2026
Application Deadline December 1, 2026
Selection Process Begins December 1, 2026
Applicants Notified December 11, 2026
Program Launch January 6, 2027
In-Person/Virtual Workshops & Online Learning January – June 2027
Draft Business Plan Submitted April 11, 2027
Second Draft Business Plan Submitted, with Pro Forma Financials May 21, 2027
Final Business Plan Submitted June 25, 2027
Program Ends/Celebration June 30, 2027

 

Contact Us

If you have questions about SMARTstart, please contact us:

SMARTstart Jasper-Edson-Hinton
Email:  kgomuwka@albertacf.com
Phone: 780-865-1224