Community Futures Central Alberta is pleased to sponsor youth from our region to attend the Rotary Alberta Youth Entrepreneurship Camp (RAYEC). RAYEC is a one week business planning camp for youth aged 13-15 designed to improve business, academic and life skills through entrepreneurship. 

Held at Eagles Nest Ranch in the Cypress Hills, Alberta, this one week entrepreneurial-based camp combines the education of business training with a summer camp atmosphere. Campers hear from guest speakers and participate in workshops to learn the components of a business plan such as marketing, advertising, cash flow and record keeping. Youth are put into business teams where they plan a business idea, meet with suppliers and bankers, build a product and on the final day of camp these youthful business ventures are showcased for parents during business day. Campers pay back their business loans and split their profits amongst their business team.

Below is text from an interview with one of the 2025 campers - Sage P of Red Deer (seated bottom right) and Community Futures. It has been edited for length.

You’re invited to a high-impact, full-day event designed to equip Alberta business owners, innovators, and economic leaders with the knowledge and tools to harness the power of artificial intelligence—right now, in real business contexts.

(Red Deer) Back for its sixth season, the Catalyst Incubator, funded through the Central Alberta Innovation Network (CARIN) and provided by Community Futures Central Alberta, is pleased to announce it is seeking participants for both Fall and Winter intakes of its unique, cohort-based program.

Community Futures Central Alberta is pleased to announce our 2025 Annual General Meeting is happening on June 25 in Red Deer.

The AGM will involve appointment of new Board members and approval of various policies and procedures.

If anyone has questions about our AGM, please contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  

Calling all local businesses! Need expert-led training on marketing, finance, and strategy? Check out the Regional Business Support Network’s Training Calendar – updated regularly with valuable webinars and learning opportunities!

Central Alberta First is proud to announce the launch of a BREWD—Business Retention, Expansion, and Workforce Development Survey. Central Alberta First, is a collaborative effort aimed at empowering local businesses and shaping the region's economic landscape. From January 23 to February 28, businesses across Central Alberta are encouraged to participate in a comprehensive online survey available at www.centralalbertafirst.ca. 

This initiative represents a unique partnership among businesses, government entities, and service organizations dedicated to fostering a more competitive and supportive business environment in Central Alberta.

(Red Deer) On December 9, a group of eager presenters and stakeholders gathered to watch final ‘pitches’ from Catalyst Incubator learners and share their thoughts on the presentations.  

The pitch process represents a culmination of the Catalyst Incubator program presented by Central Alberta Regional Innovation Network (CARIN) and sponsored by Community Futures Central Alberta.

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Join CFCA staff Hope Israel for a virtual event where she will tackle SEO (search engine optimization) to enhance your online presence during the holiday season.

We want to hear from you! We are seeking feedback from past or present CLIENTS of Community Futures Central Alberta. All entrants are entered to win a $100 dining gift card of their choice!