Are you looking to start or expand your own business, but having trouble finding someone willing to take a chance on you? We're here to help.

Banks are often unwilling to assume the risk involved with innovative ideas or small market operations. We believe that such endeavors are essential to the economic well-being and growth of our region and act to support them as much as possible.

We make loans of up to $150,000 to existing and new businesses in the East Parkland region that are unable to obtain financing through conventional sources. In order to apply for a loan, clients must prepare a basic business plan. We can help guide you through this process. If the proposal has merit, the client will be given a loan application form to return to the East Parkland office.

Do you have what it takes to be an entrepreneur? Running your own business requires a host of skills, attitudes, and values. While it's helpful to take business-related courses, there's no substitute for real-life experience. You're ahead of the game if you have friends or relatives who are business people or if you have first-hand experience in a small business yourself. It's also valuable to have a network of skilled advisers and others with business experience who can help you with problems as they arise.

Whether it is expertise from our office or an outside resource, we can put you in touch with the right people to help you with your business needs. 

SELF-EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM

The Self-Employment Program is now undertaken by EPSS Red Deer

For information please contact Marg Phelan at 403-343-6249