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This program is open specifically to members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community who are currently residing, working, or aspiring to work in the Bow Valley (Banff, Lake Louise, Canmore, Exshaw, Kananaskis and Mînî Thnî). The Bow Valley Pride Network is grateful for allies and friends. If you are an ally and wish to be involved otherwise than as a mentee, please reach out to us via email at info@pridenetwork.ca.

 

Entrepreneurs

Application Deadline: September 6, 2024
Cost: Free

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Entrepreneur Application Open August 1, 2024

 

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.

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Mentor Application Open August 1, 2024

 

 

Banff Pride Program Timeline

Applications Open August 1, 2024
Information Sessions August 13, 2024

August 29, 2024

Application Deadline September 6, 2024
Selection Process & Interviews Week of September 9, 2024
Applicants Notified September 16, 2024
Program Launch October 1, 2024
In-Person Seminars October 2024 – March 2025
Online Learning October 2024 – March 2025
Draft Plan Submitted
Second Draft Plan Submitted
Final Draft Plan Submitted
Program Ends April 2025
Celebration Event Early April 2025

 

Contact Us

If you have questions about SMARTstart Banff Pride, please contact us:

SMARTstart Banff Pride
Email: info@banffpride.ca