Business learning seminars

There will be educational opportunities offered throughout the year to help set small business owners up for success. Bookmark this page to stay up to date.

Get in the Know: Business Taxes

Are you a small business owner, a self‑employed individual, earning rental income, or working in a finance role that supports businesses in Strathcona County? If so, this in‑person learning session is designed for you.

Attend this one‑hour learning opportunity with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) to help you build confidence and clarity around business taxes. This session provides practical and accessible information directly from CRA representatives, ensuring you receive accurate guidance to support your business operations and compliance.

Key learning outcomes:

• Learn how to better understand your tax obligations and the deductions available for businesses and rental operations

• Ask your tax-related questions directly to CRA staff

• Understand how to avoid common tax errors

• Get an overview of online tools and electronic services offered by the CRA

• Learn general bookkeeping concepts and best practices

• Discover how to compare your business’s financial performance with industry averages

When: March 4, 2026
Where: Strathcona County Community Centre, meeting room 3

Reserve your spot now.

Industrial Heartland Career Forum

The Heartland Industrial Career Forum is a dynamic event aimed at empowering individuals looking to upskill or enter the trades by providing valuable insights into in-demand industrial careers, the educational pathways to pursue these careers, and the resources available to support their journey. 

When: March 9, 2026
Where: Dow Centennial Centre

Tickets and more information

The Industrial Heartland Career Forum is a collaborative project between, the City of Fort Saskatchewan, Strathcona County, Sturgeon County, Lamont County, Alberta Industrial Heartland, Life in the Heartland and the Alberta Government.