What does success look like after completing the Self-employment Program at Anderson Career Training Institute (ACTI)? It looks different for everyone, but the common thread is clear. People move forward with clarity, capability, and purpose. Some graduates go on to build long-term businesses that become part of their life’s work.

Take James Morrissey, owner of The Met Agency, “ACTI helped me launch my business. For the past 20 years, I’ve been running The Met Agency and teaching the next wave of entrepreneurs at ACTI. What a joy.”

Others find the structure and knowledge they need to confidently step into business ownership for the first time.

Barbara Ball, owner of Xpert Bookkeeping Inc., shares, “The information I received was invaluable. The instructors, many of whom were self-employed, covered everything from marketing and finance to stress management. I highly recommend ACTI to anyone considering starting their own business.”

For newcomers to Canada, the program can provide a critical introduction to the local business landscape.

Jide Bunmi-Nathan, owner of Mainspring Services, says, “As an immigrant without knowledge of business in Canada, the program exposed me to the culture of entrepreneurship. The content was varied, detailed, and delivered by very competent administrators.”

Across every story, there is a consistent pattern:

• Practical, real-world learning
• Instructors who understand entrepreneurship firsthand
• A supportive environment that encourages growth
• A clear pathway from idea to execution

ACTI is not just about starting a business. It is about building the foundation to sustain one.

For many graduates, it is where their entrepreneurial story truly begins.