Community Futures Chinook

05/20/2026

Spoiler: We're not a bank. 💸

We get it - when you're starting a business, money is the first thing on your mind.

But the businesses we work with will tell you the truth: it's everything else we offer that truly made all the difference. The advisor who actually picked up the phone. The person who helped turn a napkin idea into a real business plan. The support that was still there 2 years later.

That's Community Futures Chinook. And we've been doing it this way since 1985!

Make sure to send this to a local entrepreneur so they know how to access free support. 👇

05/09/2026

Come talk with us!

STOP WAITING FOR A GRANT.

You’re ready to grow your business, but you’re stuck waiting for the next funding cycle to open.

You’re building your schedule around government deadlines
You’re tired of the "apply and hope" lottery
You feel like your growth is on hold indefinitely

You don’t need a lucky break. You need a reliable plan.

We support the network of 27 local Community Futures offices
Access repayable business loans that move at your speed
Get coaching from local experts who understand your community

You don’t have to do this alone.
Find your local office.

05/05/2026

Always a pleasure to support local businesses doing what they do best. Want to learn how we can help? Call us at 403‑223‑2984 or email at [email protected]

04/21/2026

Spring cleaning isn’t just for your house - your business needs it too 🌸

Q1 is done. Time to:
💰 Clean up your finances
🗂️ Declutter your systems
📱 Refresh your marketing
🧹 Organize your workspace
🎯 Review your goals

You don’t need to do it all at once! Pick ONE area this week. Spend 30 minutes cleaning it up. Next week, pick another. By the end of the month? Fresh start. Clear head. Ready for Q2.

Save this checklist & use it this spring!

Community Futures Chinook helps Southern Alberta entrepreneurs with the bigger spring cleaning items- business planning reviews, financial health checks, goal setting for Q2.

Check out our website or send us an email - we are looking forward to enjoying spring with you!

04/01/2026

We’re growing - and so is our team!!

Please join us in welcoming Travis Staples as our newest Business Advisor at Community Futures Chinook!

Travis is here to help local entrepreneurs turn ideas into action, navigate challenges, and build strong, sustainable businesses right here in our community.

If you’ve been thinking about starting or expanding your business, now’s a great time to connect!

03/26/2026

Great opportunity for the right fit!

🚨 We’re Hiring: Executive Director 🚨

Are you a strategic, relationship-driven leader passionate about rural economic development? This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact across Alberta.

The Community Futures Network of Alberta (CFNA) is seeking a dynamic Executive Director to lead a province-wide network supporting entrepreneurship, small business growth, and vibrant rural communities.

💼 **What you’ll do:**
• Provide strategic and operational leadership
• Strengthen relationships across 27 Community Futures offices
• Lead advocacy and partnerships with government and stakeholders
• Oversee financial stewardship and network-wide initiatives

🌾 **Why this role matters:**
You’ll be shaping the future of rural economies, supporting local businesses, and helping communities thrive.

📍 Remote role (Alberta-based) with travel across the province

📅 **Apply by:** April 17, 2026
📧 [email protected]

If you’re ready to lead with purpose and drive impact across Alberta, we want to hear from you.

👉 Learn more: https://albertacf.com/about/careers

03/25/2026

An exciting announcement is coming 👀

Make sure you check back tomorrow!