ABOUT THE EVENT
YWCA Calgary | Small Business Week: A Women’s Entrepreneurial Summit 2026 is a partner-led event on Wednesday, October 21, 2026 from 12:30pm - 5:00pm in Calgary, AB, and AWE is proud to be one of the many organizations who will be attending.
Connect, learn, and be inspired by women shaping the future of entrepreneurship.
Join YWCA Calgary for the third annual Small Business Week: A Women’s Entrepreneurial Summit! A community-wide gathering designed to connect, inspire, and support women entrepreneurs across Calgary.
Whether you’re exploring a business idea, launching your first venture, or growing an established business, this summit offers an opportunity to learn from experienced entrepreneurs and industry leaders, discover valuable resources, build meaningful connections, and gain practical insights to support your next step.
What to Expect
Entrepreneur Ecosystem Tradeshow
Explore organizations, resources, and services available to support entrepreneurs at every stage of their journey.
Women Entrepreneur Panel
Hear from inspiring women entrepreneurs and industry leaders as they share their experiences, lessons learned, and insights on building and growing a business.
Interactive Breakout Sessions
Participate in practical workshops designed to build skills, expand knowledge, and support your entrepreneurial growth.
Coaching Corner
Connect with experienced coaches for personalized guidance, insights, and support tailored to your goals.
Networking Opportunities
Build connections with entrepreneurs, ecosystem partners, industry leaders, and members of Calgary’s entrepreneurial community.
This event welcomes women entrepreneurs at all stages of their journey, with a focus on aspiring and early-stage entrepreneurs, Indigenous women entrepreneurs, and entrepreneurs from equity-deserving communities.
Come ready to connect, learn, and leave inspired with new ideas, resources, and relationships to support your entrepreneurial journey.