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Find Additional Resources
Using this site is a great start, but your journey should not end here. There’s a lot of other resources that can help your business start, grow and prosper and we encourage you to draw on their expertise. Provided below are the details of some of these organizations, including us!
Calgary Economic Development
Phone: 403-221-7831
Toll-free: 1-888-222-5855
info@calgaryeconomicdevelopment.com
Alberta Small Business Resources
Alberta Small Business Resources includes a directory of funding resources for new and established businesses. Learn more
Ask a small business advisor
Small business advisors provide free advice to small businesses and entrepreneurs navigating provincial regulations and business support programs. Learn more
BizPal
Bizpal provides you with information about the permits and licences that may be required to start and grow your business. Learn more
Building Permit application statistics
Data from the City of Calgary on Building Permit application statistics. Learn more
Business Development Bank of Canada
BDC offer business loans and consulting services to help Canadian businesses grow. Through our subsidiary—BDC Capital, we also offer a full spectrum of specialized financing. Learn more
Business Link
Business Link provides customized business advice and support for entrepreneurs navigating building, running and growing their own businesses. They provide one-on-one support and guidance, market research, access to experts, training, networking opportunities, and specialized support for Indigenous and immigrant entrepreneurs. Business Link strives to provide support services that will drive the growth of great Alberta Businesses. Learn more
Business and Industry - Government of Canada
Business taxes, permits and regulations, intellectual property, business support and how to sell to government. Learn more
Canada Revenue Agency
Useful information from the CRA for Small businesses and self-employed individuals. Learn more
Connectica
Connectica is a free service that helps users connect with Alberta's ever-expanding research and innovation network. It is the perfect place to find programs, services, facilities or events. Learn more
Futurpreneur
Futurpreneur is a non-profit organization that provides financing, mentoring and support tools to aspiring business owners aged 18-39. Learn more
Registering a business
Find out who can register your corporation or business name and where. Learn more
Platform Calgary
Platform Calgary's focus is on working together to make Calgary a global hub for startups and innovation, providing access to space, programming and advocacy. Learn more
Invest Alberta
Invest Alberta is your one-stop government connection to doing business in Alberta. Through our extensive network of international and local contacts, our team of investment professionals provides a centralized, coordinated service to support foreign investors throughout the investment and business expansion process. Learn more
Startup Calgary
Startup Calgary, an initiative by Calgary Economic Development, creates opportunities for entrepreneurs to connect and collide, helping your ideas become reality. We are here to connect you with the people and tools you need to guide you through the ups and downs of startup life. Learn more