Resources, Tools & Training

Aboriginal Business Development Services – ABDS

Provides business information, advice, and referral services to meet the needs of potential and existing Aboriginal business people in Alberta. Also provides access to government programs and services, and a database of Aboriginal business service providers.

• Aboriginal Albertans in Business Series
  Available on the Business Link’s Aboriginal Business webpage, the following guides are included in the Aboriginal Albertans in Business Series:

  Guide 1: Is Running A Business For Me?
  Provides information to help Aboriginal people decide whether starting a business is a good choice for them.

  Guide 2: What’s the Right Business for Me?
  Provides information about business trends and business sectors that may be attractive to new business people. Includes a listing of contacts for additional information.

  Guide 3: Aboriginal Service Providers in Alberta
  Provides a comprehensive listing for Aboriginal entrepreneurs of business service providers.

  Guide 4: Aboriginal Financing Options in Alberta
  Financing options for Aboriginal entrepreneurs.

  Guide 5: Aboriginal Business Planning Workbook
  Provides a step-by-step approach in developing a business plan.