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Innovation U: An Entrepreneurship Series

Edmonton: Unconstrained by traditional definitions of entrepreneurship
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WHO'S IT FOR

The Edmonton Public Library and Edmonton Unlimited have teamed up for another round of Innovation U, a four-class innovation series delivered in-person and online to Edmontonians with big ideas, plus drop-in office hours with Edmonton Unlimited staff, and curated resource lists! The classes consist of selections of material from Edmonton Unlimited programming that are modified to appeal to a broad audience and those interested in learning about innovation and entrepreneurship basics. Each class can be taken on a stand-alone basis or in sequence and is designed to build upon one another.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Each class can be taken in sequence or as a stand-alone class. The series is designed to build upon one another and draws upon concepts from our foundation programs through to Alberta Catalyzer: Traction and is a good primer to Edmonton Unlimited programming.

Series 1: Navigating Entrepreneurial Beginnings

In this entrepreneurship series, participants will be introduced to the fundamental concepts and strategies of starting a business. This series is designed to provide a broad understanding of entrepreneurship and help aspiring entrepreneurs navigate the initial stages of building a business.

Series 2: Entrepreneurship to Solve Urban Challenges

This series dives into the heart of urban innovation, helping you uncover the hidden challenges and vast opportunities of city-centric solutions. Perfect for visionary go-getters eager to make a mark on the city of Edmonton.

Series 3: Navigating Entrepreneurial Beginnings

In this series, participants will be introduced to the fundamental concepts and strategies of starting a business. This series is designed to provide a broad understanding of entrepreneurship and help aspiring entrepreneurs navigate the initial stages of building a business.

Series 4: Navigating Entrepreneurial Beginnings

In this series, participants will be introduced to the fundamental concepts and strategies of starting a business. This series is designed to provide a broad understanding of entrepreneurship and help aspiring entrepreneurs navigate the initial stages of building a business.

Series 4 will be running from Apr. 29 to May 27 at the Meadows Branch.

OFFICE HOURS

An Edmonton Unlimited team member will be available during select office hours to provide mentorship, answer any questions, and guide you along your innovation journey. If you want to learn more about entrepreneurship, have a question about your idea or course topic, or are seeking advice, we encourage you to stop by and meet one of our team members!

  • Monday, May 27  |  4 pm to 7 pm at Meadows Branch

HOW TO APPLY

Taught by the Edmonton Unlimited program team, each class can be taken in sequence or as a stand-alone class. The series is designed to build upon one another and draws upon concepts from our foundation programs through to Alberta Catalyzer: Traction and is a good primer to Edmonton Unlimited programming. Click on the button below to see EPL’s full events page. 

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