Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Coaching Program
Explore, start, or grow your business with free, personalized 1:1 coaching support.
Starting or growing a business can feel overwhelming, but it doesn't need to be!
Momentum's Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Coaching Program offers free 1:1 business coaching for entrepreneurs with disabilities who are exploring, starting, or growing a business.
This is personalized support to help you navigate challenges and move your business or business idea forward. Through 1:1 coaching sessions, participants can access support that meets them where they are. Whether you are developing an idea, validating a business concept, planning your next steps, or looking for accountability and guidance, a coach can help you move forward.
What you'll get
- Up to 12 free 1:1 coaching sessions per year, delivered online or by phone.
- Sessions are personalized based on each participant's goals and stage of business.
Coaching may include support with:
- Clarifying business ideas and goals, planning next steps
- Launching, establishing, and growing your business
- Pricing, budgeting, and financial planning
- Marketing and finding customers
- Building confidence and overcoming barriers
- Connecting to other programs and community resources
Accommodations and accessibility supports may be available based on participant needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this program for?
How does the program work?
What does a business coach do?
How many coaching sessions can I access?
Do I need business experience to participate?
What you will learn
Gain clarity on your business ideas, goals, and next steps
Build confidence in entrepreneurship and self-employment
Improve problem-solving and decision-making skills
Connect with programs, services, and community supports
Is this program right for you?
Do you qualify?
You identify as having a disability. This can include any physical, mental, cognitive, learning, or ongoing health challenge. It may be visible or not, and it may be diagnosed by a doctor or identified by you. It does not matter if it affects your learning.
You live in Calgary and area (or if you are Indigenous, Inuit or Metis living in surrounding Treaty 7 territory).
You are interested in self-employment or entrepreneurship.
You are exploring a business idea, starting a business, or already operating a small business.
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Supported by:
This program is supported by Prairies Economic Development Canada.
Contact our Welcome Team
Our knowledgeable Welcome Team is happy to support you. Please contact us by clicking below or by calling 403-272-9323. Inquiries and messages will receive a response within 3 business days.
Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Coaching Program
Explore, start, or grow your business with free, personalized 1:1 coaching support.
Ongoing
Self paced
On demand
All, Indigenous, Lower income, Program graduates, Mental health
Free
Online, In person
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