Business link is a government funded non-profit. Our core services are provided in partnership with Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan), a federal agency within the Innovation, Science and Economic Development department and provincially by the Ministry of Jobs, Economy and Innovation.

We’ve been a trusted resource for Alberta entrepreneurs for more than 25 years.
In 2020-21, we:
- Worked with more than 5,000 aspiring and established business owners
- Answered 9,075 small business questions and inquiries
- Hosted 116 events and webinars and participated in an additional 235
- Reached more than 10,000 people through events and webinars
- Trained 4,756 Albertans
Our team is ready to help.
Our small business experts work with thousands of aspiring and established small business owners each year. We’re proud of the work we do and the clients we work with. Here’s what some of our clients have to say:
Business Link is extremely helpful. Maureen answered all my questions and so much more. She made me feel more confident with my plans and guided me in the right direction. I wish I had contacted Business Link sooner but I am so happy that I found them today! Thank you so much!!
Talking to David helped us to focus and get a clearer idea of where to start. He provided honest suggestions, information and resources that matched our current needs. We have concrete steps to take now, and so much helpful information to guide our planning and vision. We are getting up to speed, and feeling like we are moving in the right direction now. Thank you!
Business Link was extremely helpful to me in the start-up stages of my small-business. Their agent was a pleasure to work-with and a load of helpful/vital-information! I am feeling confident about moving-forward with the ongoing-assistance wind guidance of Business Link. Thank you So Much!
Want to get involved with Business Link?
Are you passionate about small business? So are we! We’re always looking for individuals and organizations to join our network and be a part of something amazing.
Volunteer Opportunities
We receive support from volunteers across the province who generously donate their time and expertise to many of our programs. Our volunteers are knowledgeable in the areas of business accounting, marketing and sales, small business law, HR, and much more. Without these volunteers, we wouldn’t be able to offer a wide range of informative and engaging programs, events, and webinars.
We can help you:
Explore strategies to successfully run and grow your business
Learn about your financing options, marketing and sales strategies, HR, and more
Get connected with the most relevant resources and supports in the business community
Review and update your business plan
Access specialized services for Indigenous and immigrant entrepreneurs
And so much more!