Resources to Guide
Your Journey

Resources to Guide Your Journey

Resources
to Guide Your Journey

Looking for guidance, inspiration,
or practical next steps?

This is where you'll find it.

Real Stories. Real Businesses. Real Progress.

Real Stories. Real Businesses.
Real Progress.

Real Stories.
Real Businesses.
Real Progress.

"Graduating from this program through ACTI provided me with the confidence and crucial tools needed to successfully start my own business."
Evelinne Crawford
Caliber Insurance Brokers
"They helped me build my confidence, business plan, and business idea in such a limited amount of time and I still feel the support months later."
Erin Feakes
Scrubbable Arrangements
"From the start, I felt reassured. I saw people like me—pivoting careers, launching businesses, and taking ownership of their futures. After my interview, I knew it was the right move. The program exceeded every expectation."
Kaleigh Gold
Ratchet Gold Art & Design
"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!"
James Morrissey
The Met Agency
“From the very first day, I felt at home in the warm, supportive environment. Guest facilitators—often former graduates of the program—gave great insight from their experiences.”
Sue Paulson
“The instructors, many of whom were self-employed, spoke on topics including marketing, selling, goal setting, business leverage, business finance, and stress management.”
Barbara Ball
Xpert Bookkeeping Inc.
“As an immigrant without knowledge of business in Canada, the program exposed me to the tenets, atmosphere, and culture of entrepreneurship.”
Jide Bunmi-Nathan
Mainspring Services

“Graduating from this program through ACTI provided me with the confidence and crucial tools needed to successfully start my own business.”
Evelinne Crawford
Caliber Insurance Brokers
“They helped me build my confidence, business plan, and business idea in such a limited amount of time and I still feel the support months later.”
Erin Feakes
Scrubbable Arrangements
“From the start, I felt reassured. I saw people like me—pivoting careers, launching businesses, and taking ownership of their futures. After my interview, I knew it was the right move. The program exceeded every expectation.”
Kaleigh Gold
Ratchet Gold Art & Design
“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!”
James Morrissey
The Met Agency
“From the very first day, I felt at home in the warm, supportive environment. Guest facilitators—often former graduates of the program—gave great insight from their experiences.”
Sue Paulson
“The instructors, many of whom were self-employed, spoke on topics including marketing, selling, goal setting, business leverage, business finance, and stress management.”
Barbara Ball
Xpert Bookkeeping Inc.
“As an immigrant without knowledge of business in Canada, the program exposed me to the tenets, atmosphere, and culture of entrepreneurship.”
Jide Bunmi-Nathan
Mainspring Services

Upcoming Sessions
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Next Self-employment Program Date: September 8, 2026

Our next round of Self-employment training is coming up, and we’d love to help you explore if it’s the right fit. Reach out now to ask questions, confirm eligibility, and reserve your place.

Next Self-employment Program Date: November 16, 2026

Our next program is coming up, and we’re here to help you every step of the way. Connect with us to learn more about the program and how to get started. Contact the team today.

Next Self-employment Program Date: January 25, 2027

This may be the right time to start building the business of your dreams. Connect with us and get started today.

Next Self-employment Program Date: April 5, 2027

If you are dreaming of starting a business, check us out. contact us to learn more, and to begin the process.

Next Self-employment Program Date: May 31, 2027

We help Albertans launch their businesses. Reach out now to ask questions, confirm eligibility, and reserve your place.

Next Self-employment Program Date: August 3, 2027

Looking to build the business of your dreams? Contact us to find out how to get started.

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More and more Albertans are taking the step toward starting their own business—and ACTI is here to help.

If you’ve been thinking about what’s next, attending a information session is a great place to start. You’ll get answers, clarity, and a sense of what’s possible.

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Self-employment Program Filling Up Fast

More and more Albertans are taking the step toward starting their own business—and ACTI is here to help.

If you’ve been thinking about what’s next, signing up for our information session is a great place to start. You’ll get answers, clarity, and a sense of what’s possible.

Fill out the contact form or email info@acti.org to get started.

BOOK YOUR FREE INFORMATION SESSION!

Our Blogs &
Resources

Our Blogs
& Resources

Here is where you’ll find real stories from people who started where you are, as well as some tools, tips, and insights to help you move forward with confidence.

Is There Funding to Start a Business in Alberta If You're on EI?

28 July, 2026

Is There Funding to Start a Business in Alberta If You're on EI?

28 July, 2026

The Biggest Mistake New Entrepreneurs Make (And How to Avoid It)

28 July, 2026

The Biggest Mistake New Entrepreneurs Make (And How to Avoid It)

28 July, 2026

ACTI is Hiring!

15 July, 2026

ACTI is Hiring!

15 July, 2026

What Happens After ACTI? Real Stories From Real Business Owners

4 May, 2026

What Happens After ACTI? Real Stories From Real Business Owners

4 May, 2026

From Idea To Action: How ACTI Helps You Start with Confidence

4 May,2026

From Idea To Action: How ACTI Helps You Start with Confidence

4 May,2026

Entrepreneur Success Tips

4 May, 2026 . 3 Min Watch

Entrepreneur Success Tips

4 May, 2026 . 3 Min Watch

30 Years. 2,000 Entrepreneurs. And We’re Just Getting Started.

29 April, 2026

30 Years. 2,000 Entrepreneurs. And We’re Just Getting Started.

29 April, 2026

Emotional Intelligence In Business

1 January, 2025 . 10 Min Read

Emotional Intelligence In Business

1 January, 2025 . 10 Min Read

All Of The Hats And Power Of Delegation

5 January, 2025 . 8 Min Read

All Of The Hats And Power Of Delegation

5 January, 2025 . 8 Min Read

The Benefit To Being Uncomfortable

8 January, 2025 . 9 Min Read

The Benefit To Being Uncomfortable

8 January, 2025 . 9 Min Read

Frequently Asked Questions

12 January, 2025 . 6 Min Read

Frequently Asked Questions

12 January, 2025 . 6 Min Read

With Challenges Come Unique Opportunities

20 January, 2025 . 7 Min Read

With Challenges Come Unique Opportunities

20 January, 2025 . 7 Min Read

We hope to tell your story one day soon.

We hope to tell your story

one day soon.

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The ACTI Marketplace

The place to test out your dream of starting a business!

Powered by graduates of Anderson Career Training Institute’s Self-employment Program, the ACTI Marketplace is where new businesses launch.

Every purchase helps an entrepreneur take their next step toward independence. From apples to apps — and Zumba to zoos — this is where it begins.

Visit The ACTI Marketplace

The place to test out your dream of starting a business!

Powered by graduates of Anderson Career Training Institute’s Self-Employment Program, the ACTI Marketplace is where new businesses launch.

Every purchase helps an entrepreneur take their next step toward independence. From apples to apps — and Zumba to zoos — this is where it begins.

Vist The ACTI Marketplace

Ready to take the next step?

Ready to take
the next step?

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Resources to Guide
Your Journey

Resources to Guide Your Journey

Resources
to Guide Your Journey

Looking for guidance, inspiration,
or practical next steps?

This is where you'll find it.

Real Stories. Real Businesses. Real Progress.

Real Stories. Real Businesses.
Real Progress.

Real Stories.
Real Businesses.
Real Progress.

Upcoming Sessions
+ Events

Announcements

Self-employment Program Filling Up Fast

Self-employment Program Filling Up Fast

Our Blogs &
Resources

Our Blogs
& Resources

We hope to tell your story one day soon.

We hope to tell your story one day soon.

We hope to tell your story

one day soon.

The ACTI Marketplace

The place to test out your dream of starting a business!

The place to test out your dream of starting a business!

Ready to take the next step?

Ready to take the next step?

Ready to take
the next step?

Be the first to know.

Be the first to know.

Be the first to know.

Looking for guidance, inspiration, or practical next steps? This is where you'll find it.

Real Stories. Real Businesses. Real Progress.

Real Stories. Real Businesses. Real Progress.

Real Stories. Real Businesses. Real Progress.

Upcoming Sessions + Events

Announcements

Self-employment Program Filling Up Fast

Self-employment Program Filling Up Fast

Our Blogs & Resources

Our Blogs & Resources

We hope to tell your story one day soon.

We hope to tell your story one day soon.

We hope to tell your story

one day soon.

The ACTI Marketplace

The place to test out your dream of starting a business!

The place to test out your dream of starting a business!

Ready to take the next step?

Ready to take the next step?

Ready to take the next step?

Looking for guidance, inspiration,
or practical next steps?

This is where you'll find it.

Real Stories. Real Businesses.
Real Progress.

Real Stories.
Real Businesses.
Real Progress.

Upcoming Sessions
+ Events

Our Blogs &
Resources

Our Blogs
& Resources

Ready to take
the next step?