PowerUP Information Session - Free Entrepreneurship Programs for Women

About this event:

Curious about starting or growing your business? Join us for a free information session!

Discover YW Calgary's PowerUP programs - a comprehensive, free entrepreneurship training program designed specifically for women.

We'll cover:

✓ PowerUP Explore - 4-week introductory program (January 12–29, 2026)
✓ PowerUP Ready - 10-week business plan development program (January 13–March 17, 2026)
✓ Which program is right for your business stage
✓ Application process and eligibility requirements
✓ Success stories from past participants

Who should attend:

• Women exploring self-employment
• Women with a business idea ready to launch
• Existing business owners looking to grow and scale
• Anyone curious about entrepreneurship

What you'll walk away with:

• Clear understanding of both program options
• Assessment of which program fits your current goals
• Direct access to ask questions and connect with our team
• Next steps to apply or schedule your interview

Program Highlights:

PowerUP Explore is perfect if you're testing the waters - learn what self-employment means, identify your ideal customer, build a Minimum Viable Product (MVP), and understand financial basics.

PowerUP Ready is for women ready to commit - receive weekly one-on-one business coaching, interactive workshops, and develop a professionally completed business plan ready to take to financial institutions.

Both programs are completely FREE!

YW Calgary offers support to women entrepreneurs at every stage, providing tailored coaching, business plan training, and mentoring at no cost.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Self-identifying women
• Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident
• Able to commit to program attendance

Duration: 45-60 minutes (including Q&A)

Questions?

Contact Barbara,
Program Coordinator
Bguzman@ywcalgary.ca