Alberta Business Family Institute (ABFI) discovers, applies, and shares knowledge and resources for the benefit of Business Families across Alberta and beyond. We provide access to research, education, and high-quality outreach to strengthen business families, their advisors, employees, and stakeholders.
News & Events
2024 Leadership Series
The Terry Hay Leadership Series focuses on unique leadership challenges that family enterprises, business families, and family offices face in the various stages of the family and business lifecycle.
Online & In Person
March – December 2024
Sessions take place on one Tuesday every month
Signature 2024
Join us at our 20th Annual Signature Event where we will celebrate our 2024 Signature Family: the Sunner Family of Durabuilt Windows & Doors.
Signature Event 2024
Edmonton
October 1, 2024
5:00PM – 9:00PM
Calgary
October 3, 2024
5:00PM – 9:00PM
Tune In to Our Podcast
Hosted by ABFI’s Executive Director, Matt Knight, the Table Talk podcast delves into the world of family businesses and highlights Alberta’s entrepreneurial families
Listen to the Latest Episode
A New Chapter: Leading Cashco Financial into the Future with Tim Latimer & Lindsay Dodd
Why Business Families?
Business families are rooted in our communities and successful family enterprises sustain a multigenerational commitment to job creation and national prosperity. Family businesses are one of the most important drivers of the Canadian economy.
7M Jobs
Are responsible for up to seven million jobs in Canada and create 70% of new jobs in North America.
+50% GDP
Account for 50-60% of the private sector GDP in Canada.
55% Donations
Provide approximately 55% of all charitable donations.