The SE program is for people who are currently
receiving Employment Insurance. SE allows these individuals to remain on
income support while running their own business. Funding for this
program is provided by Human Resources &Employment (Alberta).
Self-Employment Program Requirements
Successful applicants must:
reside within the Municipality of the Crowsnest Pass.
have a current EI claim, or have had an EI claim in the past three years,
or a parental claim in the past five years.
be legally entitled to work in Canada.
complete a Self Employment Registration form and attend an orientation
session with the SE Coordinator.
provide a business plan that demonstrates the potential for long term
employment creation.
start a new business or take over an existing business in which you
have no prior ownership.
agree to work full-time on your business while you receive financial
assistance.
agree to provide monthly reports to the CNP BDC.
attend mandatory Entrepreneurial Training Workshops
Amount of Self-Employment Assistance
the program may offer income benefits for up to 26 weeks. The
amount you would received is based on your current EI claim rate until
such time as your EI claim expires, and an assessment of need for the duration
of the period, in which you may or may not qualify for additional funding