PARTNER WITH AWE

INVEST IN WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS STRENGTHEN ALBERTA’S ECONOMY

Alberta Women Entrepreneurs, partners with organizations that believe supporting women-led businesses isn’t just the right thing to do, it's a smart, strategic investment in Alberta’s economic growth.

Our partners play a critical role in expanding access to capital, learning, and community for women entrepreneurs across Alberta and beyond. Together, we create programs and opportunities that help women start, grow, and lead successful businesses.

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Why Partner With AWE?

Women entrepreneurs build resilient businesses, create jobs, and reinvest in their communities. When they have access to the right support, the ripple effects are real and measurable.

Partnering with AWE allows you to:

Support women entrepreneurs at meaningful points in their business journey

Invest in practical, advisor-led programs with proven outcomes

Align your organization with inclusive economic development

Create impact that goes beyond a logo or one-time event

Our work is rooted in real needs, delivered with care, and designed for long-term results.

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What Partnership Looks Like

AWE partners with organizations in a variety of ways, including:

Program Sponsorship
Support one or more of AWE’s core programs such as BRIDGE, Strategic Edge, Digital Edge, or NextSteps to Success helping women access high-quality learning and advising.

Event & Learning Series Sponsorship
Partner on workshops, webinars, learning labs, or special events that deliver timely, practical support to women entrepreneurs across the province.

Strategic & Community Partnerships
Collaborate with AWE to design initiatives aligned to shared priorities, regions, or sectors. Expanding reach and deepening local impact.

Funding & Organizational Support
Invest in AWE’s mission through funding that enables program delivery, innovation, and continued support for women building businesses.

Our Impact

AWE programs are trusted by thousands of women entrepreneurs across Canada and are designed to meet entrepreneurs where they are with practical guidance, expert advising, and supportive learning environments.

Over the last 30 years, Partners have helped make possible:

86Thousand

women served across Alberta

$51Million

in loans delivered to women-owned businesses

+$593Million

impact on the Alberta economy

Who We Partner With

Our partners include:

Corporations and financial institutions

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Government and economic development organizations

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Foundations and funders

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Industry associations and community organizations

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If your organization is committed to supporting women entrepreneurs and economic inclusion, there’s a place for you here.

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Let’s Build Something Together 

If you’re interested in sponsoring a specific program, supporting an event, or exploring a longer-term partnership, we’d love to start the conversation.

Use the form below to get in touch and tell us a bit about your organization and interests.

Not Sure What Partnership Model Fits?

That’s okay, many of our strongest partnerships start with a conversation.

Reach out and we’ll help explore opportunities aligned with your goals and with the women entrepreneurs we serve.