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COME MEET YOUR RURAL NEIGHBOURS
August 17 & 18, 2024
Alberta Open Farms Days is an incubator for agri-tourism and rural sustainability. We bring Albertans together through educational and experiential agricultural-based initiatives to learn about where your food comes from. As well, some of Alberta's most talented chefs and rural communities will be hosting a memorable series of farm to table culinary events that will be held around the province using Alberta farm products.
Visit https://albertaopenfarmdays.ca/ for more details
Community Futures Lakeland hosted another fantastic Lemonade Day in Bonnyville and Cold Lake, bringing joy to kids, parents, and the community.
Our young entrepreneurs gained invaluable experience in business management, setting up their stands, and interacting with customers.
We are grateful to each child for participating in the project and wish them all the best!
See you next year!
About the Mentorship Program:
Mentorship is an opportunity for experienced business owners to give back to a new or soon-to-be business owner. The goal is to increase the likelihood of success for local aspiring entrepreneurs by providing mentoring and guidance over an 8-month timeframe. Mentorship is just one part of the program. Learn more about the SMARTstart program.
Who Should Mentor?
SMARTstart recruits Mentors who have:
- Experience running a business for more than 7 years (Retirees welcome)
- Approximately 30 hours (spread over 8 months) to volunteer their time with a new entrepreneur
- Are local to the participating Town/City are knowledgeable about business there
- Understand and value the importance of business planning
What Does a Mentor Do?
The Mentor provides support and input as the Entrepreneur builds their business acumen. The Mentor’s role is to guide, not solve problems or take on the Entrepreneur’s business dilemmas.
Over the course of the 8-month program Mentors will:
Smart Start Your Business - Entrepreneurial Training Program - CLICK FOR MORE DETAILES
