Innovator and Entrepreneur Navigator

Innovator and Entrepreneur Navigator

Find the right resources to develop your innovation in Alberta

πŸ‘‹ Let's get started!

Tell us a bit about yourself so we can connect you with the right resources

πŸ“Š What stage is your business at?

Select the option that best describes your current situation

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Just Getting Started
Exploring ideas or in early planning
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1-2 Years in Business
Early operations and growth
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3-5 Years in Business
Established and scaling
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5+ Years in Business
Mature business or scaling significantly
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Succession Planning
Planning transition or exit strategy

πŸ”οΈ Which community are you from?

Select your community in Northwest Alberta

Jasper
Hinton
Edson
Whitecourt
Fox Creek
Grande Cache
Mayerthorpe
Barrhead
Westlock
Athabasca
Slave Lake
High Prairie
Valleyview
Grande Prairie
Peace River
High Level
Manning
Fairview
Spirit River
Dene Tha' (Chateh)
Dene Tha' (Meander River)
Dene Tha' (Bushe River)
Horse Lake First Nation
Duncan's First Nation
Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation
Sucker Creek First Nation
Swan River First Nation
Kapawe'no First Nation
Sawridge First Nation
Other Northwest AB

πŸ—ΊοΈ Have you worked with any Regional Innovation Networks?

Select all Regional Innovation Networks (RINs) you have previously worked with

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Calgary
Calgary Innovation Coalition
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Central AB
Central Alberta RIN
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Edmonton
Edmonton Regional Innovation Network
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East Central AB
East Central Alberta RIN
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Northeast AB
Wood Buffalo RIN
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Northwest AB
Innovate Northwest RIN
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Southeast AB
APEX: Southeast Alberta RIN
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Southern AB
Southern Alberta RIN

🌈 Self-Identification (Optional)

This helps us understand who we're serving and connect you with relevant programs. Select all that apply or skip this step.

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Indigenous
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First Nations
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MΓ©tis
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Inuit
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Woman
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Non-Binary/Two-Spirit
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LGBTQ2S+
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Black
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Racialized/Visible Minority
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Newcomer to Canada
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Immigrant
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Refugee
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Person with Disability
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Deaf/Hard of Hearing
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Neurodivergent
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Veteran
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Youth (Under 30)
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Senior (60+)
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Rural Community
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Prefer Not to Say

🏒 What industry or sector are you in?

Select all that apply to your business

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Agriculture & Food
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Clean Energy & Cleantech
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Technology & Software
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AI & Machine Learning
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Health & Life Sciences
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Retail & E-commerce
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Manufacturing
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Construction
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Hospitality & Tourism
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Professional Services
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Creative & Arts
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Oil & Gas
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Forestry
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Mining & Resources
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Transportation & Logistics
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Education & Training
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Finance & Fintech
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Social Enterprise
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Other

🎯 What support are you looking for?

Select the areas where you need assistance (choose at least one)

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Product Development
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Marketing & Sales
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Funding & Capital
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Business Strategy
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Mentorship & Coaching
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Operations
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Legal & Compliance
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HR & Talent
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Technology Support
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R&D
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Networking
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Export & International

πŸ’΅ What are your funding needs?

This helps us prioritize funding opportunities

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Not seeking funding now
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Under $50K
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$50K - $500K
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$500K+

πŸ“ž How would you like to proceed?

Choose your preferred next step

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Have Someone Contact Me
We'll connect you with a resource navigator
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I'll Explore on My Own
View resources and reach out when ready

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