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BRIDGE Program - Alberta - Canada
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BRIDGE Program

Business support for women entrepreneurs
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Last Update: July 8, 2026
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Funding available
$ 5,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Alberta, Canada
Who can apply

Women entrepreneurs.

See full eligibility

Overview

BRIDGE supports women entrepreneurs in Alberta with business advisory services and financial support of up to $5,000. It helps participants build strategy, strengthen leadership, and grow from early-stage operations to a more established business.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Improve governance or administrative structure
  • Increase operational productivity
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 5,000 $

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Alberta
Legal structures
  • All legal structures
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Women

Next Steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Business development for women-led small businesses.
  • Training, coaching, and strategic business planning.
  • Support to move from early-stage operations to growth-ready operations.

Official resources

Official page

BRIDGE program

Program guide

Early Business Strategy and Foundations for Women Entrepreneurs

Application form

BRIDGE In-Person Application - Alberta Women Entrepreneurs (AWE)

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Women entrepreneurs.
  • Small business owners.
  • Businesses operating in Alberta.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Alberta

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications for the May and June BRIDGE Live Virtual Program and In-Person, On-site Program are now closed and under review.

Additional information

  • Join the waitlist for future program dates.
  • The next intake details will be announced in late August for the Fall 2026 cohort.

Contacts

Frequently Asked Questions about the BRIDGE Program Program

What is the BRIDGE Program?

BRIDGE supports women entrepreneurs in Alberta with business advisory services and financial support of up to $5,000. It helps participants build strategy, strengthen leadership, and grow from early-stage operations to a more established business.

How much funding can be received?

BRIDGE Program Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the BRIDGE Program program?

To be eligible for the BRIDGE Program program, you must: Women entrepreneurs and small business owners. Business operating in Alberta. Operating for one to five years.

What expenses are eligible under BRIDGE Program?

Business development for women-led small businesses. Training, coaching, and strategic business planning. Support to move from early-stage operations to growth-ready operations.

Who can I contact for more information about the BRIDGE Program?

You can contact Alberta Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) by email at info@awebusiness.com or by phone at 1-800-713-3558.

Where is the BRIDGE Program available?

The BRIDGE Program program is available the province of Alberta.

Who are the financial supporters of the BRIDGE Program?

BRIDGE Program is funded by Alberta Women Entrepreneurs (AWE), Government of Alberta