Community Futures Highwood is a nonprofit rural business development organization dedicated to fostering economic growth and diversification across the Highwood region of Alberta. For over 30 years, it has supported entrepreneurs and small business owners with expert guidance, coaching, flexible financing, and practical training programs designed to help businesses start, grow, and succeed. Beyond lending, the organization partners with local stakeholders to strengthen community economic development, offering tailored services that meet entrepreneurs where they are and help them reach their goals. Community Futures Highwood’s reach spans numerous towns and rural communities, where it plays a vital role in building a resilient and thriving local economy.