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Interested in learning more about SMARTstart? Attend an information session:
Online: Tues Nov 22, 2022 – noon to 1:00pm – click here to join
Online: Weds Nov 30, 2022 – noon to 1:00pm – click here to join
Online: Tues Dec 6, 2022 – 5:00pm to 6:00pm – click here to join
Entrepreneurs
Applications are open
Deadline: January 9, 2023
Cost: $295
Wondering if you’re eligible? Read more.
Entrepreneur Application Form
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
Grande Prairie Program Timeline |
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| Applications Open | November 16, 2022 |
| Information Sessions | Online: Tues Nov 22, 2022 – noon to 1:00pm – click here to join Online: Weds Nov 30, 2022 – noon to 1:00pm – click here to join Online: Tues Dec 6, 2022 – 5:00pm to 6:00pm – click here to join |
| Application Deadline | Midnight January 9, 2023 |
| Selection Process & Interviews | January 9-19. 2023 |
| Applicants Notified | January 20, 2023 |
| Program Launch | February 21, 2023 |
| Workshops (Virtual or In Person) | March 1 to June 20, 2023 |
| Online Learning | March 1 to October 2023 |
| Draft Plan Submitted | June 2023 |
| Second Draft Plan Submitted | September 2023 |
| Final Draft Plan Submitted | October 3, 2023 |
| Celebration Event | June 27, 2023 |
Contact Us
If you have questions about SMARTstart Grande Prairie, please contact us:
SMARTstart Grande Prairie
Email: gpinfo@albertacf.com
Phone: (780) 814-5340 ext 100