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Entrepreneurs
Applications open: April 15, 2026
Application deadline: Midnight on May 13, 2026
Cost: $350
Wondering if you’re eligible? Read more.
Entrepreneur Application
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 | April 15, 2026 |
| Information Sessions | April 15, 2026 12:00pm
April 29, 2026 10:00am |
| Application Deadline | Midnight May 13, 2026 |
| Selection Process & Interviews | May 14-21, 2026 |
| Applicants Notified | May 22, 2026 |
| Program Launch | May 26, 2026 |
| Workshops (Virtual or In Person) | May – December 2026 |
| Online Learning | May – December 2026 |
| Draft Plan Submitted | October 7, 2026 |
| Final Draft Plan Submitted | January 12, 2027 |
| Celebration Event | December 15, 2026 |
Contact Us
If you have questions about SMARTstart Grande Prairie, please contact us:
SMARTstart Grande Prairie
Email: projectsgp@albertacf.com
Phone: (780) 814-5340