Institutional Support of Entrepreneurship Education Program

Building entrepreneurial skills early can make a meaningful difference for students preparing to enter Alberta’s evolving, knowledge-based economy. For post-secondary institutions and nonprofit organizations focused on education and training, the Institutional Support of Entrepreneurship Education Program offers targeted funding to help bring hands-on entrepreneurship learning to life. Delivered by Alberta Innovates, the program is designed to strengthen how entrepreneurship is taught by supporting practical, experience-driven initiatives rather than purely theoretical instruction.

Through this program, eligible Alberta-based institutions can access non-repayable funding of up to around $15,000 to develop or enhance entrepreneurship education activities. Supported projects often focus on cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset among students, such as experiential workshops, training programs, pilot courses, or other initiatives that expose learners to real-world business problem-solving. Applications are assessed based on how well proposed projects align with the program’s objectives and their potential impact on students and the broader innovation ecosystem, with input from both internal teams and external experts.

This funding opportunity is best suited for nonprofits and publicly funded institutions looking to strengthen their entrepreneurship offerings without taking on financial risk. For organizations exploring ways to better prepare students for future economic opportunities in Alberta, learning more about this program’s scope, timing, and requirements can help determine whether it fits your educational goals.