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Alberta Self-Employment Program

Self-employment training for Albertans
Ministry of Labour and Immigration (AB)
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Alberta, Canada

Overview

Self-employment training that offers unemployed individuals formal instruction, business plan development, one-to-one business counselling, coaching, guidance and follow-up during business plan implementation.

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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Launch or market a product/service
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Alberta
Legal structures
  • For-profit business
  • Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Newcomers to Canada
  • Canadians
  • Startups

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Development and launch of a new business by unemployed or under-employed individuals.
  • Creation of a comprehensive business plan with structured support and guidance.
  • Participation in formal training focused on developing and operating a business.
  • Implementation of a business strategy with ongoing counselling and mentorship.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • New businesses established by eligible individuals
  • Existing businesses being taken over by eligible individuals (where they did not have prior ownership)

Eligible expenses

  • Formal training and learning materials for starting and operating a business.
  • Business plan development support, including market research, marketing plans, operational details, and financial planning.
  • One-to-one business counselling, coaching, and guidance related to capital and business implementation needs.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Alberta
  • City of Lloydminster (Alberta address required for duration of training)

Additional information

  • All program participants are expected to work full-time (minimum 30 hours per week) on their business after completing the program.
  • Program providers are required to conduct ongoing support and mentoring, including a follow-up approximately 90 days after program completion.
  • Instructor-led training and one-to-one business counselling are tailored and may be delivered in person, through workshops, or via synchronous online learning.
  • Program guidelines and requirements are subject to updates by Alberta Labour and Immigration.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Alberta Self-Employment Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Alberta Self-Employment Program. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.

What is the Alberta Self-Employment Program?

Self-employment training that offers unemployed individuals formal instruction, business plan development, one-to-one business counselling, coaching, guidance and follow-up during business plan implementation.

Who is eligible for the Alberta Self-Employment Program program?

To be eligible for the Alberta Self-Employment Program program, you must: The business must be located and operational in Alberta. The applicant must own a minimum of 51% of the proposed business. The business must comply with all applicable legislation and regulations.

What expenses are eligible under Alberta Self-Employment Program?

Development and launch of a new business by unemployed or under-employed individuals. Creation of a comprehensive business plan with structured support and guidance. Participation in formal training focused on developing and operating a business. Implementation of a business strategy with ongoing counselling and mentorship.

Where is the Alberta Self-Employment Program available?

The Alberta Self-Employment Program program is available the province of Alberta.

Is the Alberta Self-Employment Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Alberta Self-Employment Program is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the Alberta Self-Employment Program?

Alberta Self-Employment Program is funded by Government of Alberta, Ministry of Labour and Immigration (AB)

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