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Business loans, tools, mentoring, and honest advice for rural small business owners and entrepreneurs in Alberta. What are you looking for help with? Starting a Business Growing a Business Buying a Business Selling a Business Building Capital Region, One Idea At A Time. We’re more than just a business lender. For over 30 years Community Futures has been helping businesses grow in rural Alberta, and here at Community Futures Capital Region we’ve been helping our region turn their business ideas into reality through FREE business planning, and coaching. Our small business specialists will connect you with the skills and resources you need to succeed. We provide training, upskilling, and financial support to build your confidence and expertise, while strengthening our communities through diversification of businesses and industries. Whether you’re in the start-up phase, planning for growth, or you’ve been turned down by a financial institution, our team is here to help you. Get Started Today Training, Guidance, And Financial Support For Entrepreneurs In Capital Region Whether you’re just starting out, trying to expand your business, or looking for some guidance on how to sell your company, Community Futures is here for you every step of the way. Our skilled team offers a wide variety of business support services, designed to help rural business owners launch new services, attract more customers, and thrive in an increasingly competitive business environment. Business Guidance and Support Whether you need help writing your business plan, securing funding, or exploring your online marketing opportunities, our business advisors can help. With years of experience helping small business owners in the Capital Region region, our team knows what options are available to you and can help guide you towards your business goals. Find Out More Business Loans If you’re struggling to find investment for a new business, exporting your products, investing in technology, or just trying to seize a new business opportunity, our flexible business loans may be the answer you’re looking for. With loans up to $150,000, we’re known for saying yes” when other lenders say no”, with flexible qualification criteria. Find Out More Business Training Programs Want to expand your skill set? We offer a wide range of business training programs and upskilling opportunities, from health and safety training to quick-start business intensives. Learn how to market your business, understand basic accounting, and explore how to attract and retain talent as a rural business. Find Out More PARTNERS Let’s Work Together for Your Clients’ Success We know that it can be frustrating when an enthusiastic entrepreneur comes in, has a great business idea, however, the business can’t get the funding they need to get started. When a financial institution’s business lending policies don’t allow for a prospective client to receive a lending product, we want to partner with you to ensure their success and help bridge that gap. Read More Frequently Asked Questions What is Community Futures? We help rural businesses to start and grow. Our services include business coaching and advisory services, plus financing if necessary. We also work within our communities on community economic development projects and strategic planning. Does Community Futures offer grants? No - we’re a developmental lender. Where do I begin with my business idea? Start by identifying the problem you are trying to solve and that response will help you to develop your business plan. We believe that ongoing coaching and training is the successful foundation for new businesses and entrepreneurs Do I have to invest my own resources in the business? Yes, experience shows that a mixture of debt and equity invested leads to a higher level of success for new businesses. Do I have to be a loan client to access business services? No - we provide business coaching and advisory services to any business. We can help you develop your business plan, even if you are not seeking financing from Community Futures. Let’s Build Your Business In Capital Region, Together. Get In Touch Contact Us 5006 - 50 Street Box 3175 Stony Plain, AB T7Z 1Y4 P: (780) 968-7013 E: help@cfcapitalregion.ca Communities Served Alsike, Beach Corner, Beaumont, Breton, Buck Creek, Buford, Calmar, Carnwood, Carvel, Cynthia, Devon, Drayton Valley, Duffield, Gainford, Genese, Golden Days, Kapasiwin, Kavanaugh, Leduc, Lindale, Lodgepole, Mission Beach, New Sarepta, Nisku, Parkland, Poplar Bay, Rocky Rapids, Rolly View, Seba Beach, Spruce Grove, St Francis, Stony Plain, Sunnybrook, Telfordville, Thorsby, Violet Grove, Wabamun, and Warburg © 2024 All rights reserved. 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