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Broaden your professional development, stay up to date on current business trends, see both upcoming and past events, professional training, community involvement, our success stories, and our Community Futures Lesser Slave Lake Region office updates. Contact us if you would like to write a feature blog.
Oct 30, 20243 min read
Empowering Women in Business
Women-owned businesses play a powerful role in strengthening the fabric of our communities. Research consistently shows that women business
Oct 30, 20243 min read
The Importance of Strategic Planning for Organizational Success
Strategic planning is the process that empowers organizations to define their future, allocate resources effectively, and stay competitive.
Oct 17, 20242 min read
Bring Your Business Idea To Life: FREE Training
Do you have a great idea for a business but aren’t sure how to turn it into a profitable business venture? This FREE training....
Oct 17, 20242 min read
Social Media Bootcamp: In-person FREE Training with Anita Hicks
This FREE workshop is specifically designed for local business owners, helping them leverage social media to grow their businesses.
Sep 5, 20243 min read
Empowering Indigenous Businesses-High Prairie
Unlock your Success through Training On October 2nd, Wednesday, the Community Futures Lesser Slave Lake in partnership with High Prairie...
May 31, 20232 min read
Business Retention and Expansion Strategy (BRE)
A BRE strategy and related programs contribute to community stability through the maintenance and creation of jobs.
May 31, 20232 min read
Beautification Loan Program
The Beautification Loan Program provides interest-free term loans up to $20,000 for three years to improve the appearance of a business.
May 10, 20232 min read
FREE WEBINAR - Lunch & Learn: Managing Your Business Finance
No matter how well your business is performing, strong financial management is essential for positioning yourself to grow.
Jan 20, 20231 min read
FREE WEBINAR - Social Media Content Creation
Presented by Chana Trudel from Truly Creative Marketing In this Lunch & Learn Digital Marketing series, we will teach you that your...
Jan 20, 20231 min read
FREE WEBINAR - Social Media Foundations
Presented by Chana Trudel from Truly Creative Marketing In this Lunch & Learn Digital Marketing series, we will teach you the basics of...
Jan 20, 20231 min read
FREE WEBINAR - Expand Your Digital Footprint
Presented by Ryan Corry from Local Shops In this lunch & learn Digital Marketing series, we will teach you to learn how to leverage...
Jan 20, 20231 min read
FREE WEBINAR - Reach More With Google Business
Presented by Divine Kitchen from Community Futures In this lunch & learn Digital Marketing series, we will teach you to learn the basics...
Dec 7, 20222 min read
NEW - Beautification Loan Program
We want to encourage creativity and design by offering a no-interest business loan to renovate and beautify businesses in our region.
Oct 7, 20221 min read
FREE WEBINAR - Crime Prevention (CPTED)
Presented by C.M. Jennifer Kee, Community Crime Prevention Liaise Coordinator from the Slave Lake RCMP Want to protect your business from...
Oct 7, 20221 min read
FREE WEBINAR - Financial Planning For Your Business
Presented by Holly Macpherson from IG Wealth Management Want to learn financial planning & wealth management? Join us for an hour...
Oct 7, 20221 min read
FREE WEBINAR - Selling Online
How to Improve Online Experience and Security Presented by teams from Mastercard, Digital Main Street, TABIA as part of the Digital...
Oct 7, 20221 min read
FREE WEBINAR - Corporate Tax Planning
This FREE Webinar for Entrepreneurs and business owners is part of Small Business Week 2022. Introduction to corporate income tax returns.
Oct 4, 20224 min read
SMALL BUSINESS WEEK 2022
This year Small Business Week includes 4 Webinar Trainings for Entrepreneurs, and a huge Slave Lake Regional Job Fair!
May 5, 20221 min read
The Digital Economy Program (DEP)
The Digital Economy Program (DEP) is designed to help eligible Alberta small businesses with FREE digital marketing and a website.
Apr 11, 20222 min read
Becoming Self Employed as an Independent Contractor
Are you interested in being self-employed as a contractor? We'll show you how to start your own independent contracting business.
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