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🔥 Program Highlights

The first Canadian-focused program teaching you how to buy an existing business, with sourcing, valuation, and financing fundamentals.

Perfect for those interested in being a business owner or CEO, but not sure where to start.

🏠 Location: Remote / Virtual

💰 Cost: $1,250 CAD

🤝 Cohort Size: 50 participants

🗓️ Course Dates: September 17-October 20, 2025 (4 Weeks)

⏰ Application Deadline: Sept 12, 2025

⬇️ Click the button below to submit your application

VFC Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition Interest Form - Virtual

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📕 Course Overview

ETA Academy 101 is a 4-week, expert-led virtual program designed for those just starting to explore whether ETA is the right path for them.

As Canada’s first community-based program designed to support participants through every stage of buying an existing business, ETA 101 offers practical, expert-led training and a strong network to navigate the acquisition process with confidence.

With 76% of Canadian small-business owners expected to retire in the next decade, there is a generational opportunity for aspiring entrepreneurs to take the reins of established, profitable companies.

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Upcoming Virtual Info-Sessions

Have questions? Need clarification or more convincing to apply? Click on the dates below to register for our virtual info-sessions.

→ September 10 (ETA 101 & Bootcamp)

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📌 FAQ’s

• How much does it cost?
• What size of companies does the course support me to buy?
• Do I need to have a background in finance and/or banking?
• What if I don’t have 2+ years of work experience?
• I'm worried about staying on track with a virtual course.

Want to learn more about ETA 101? Visit our website:

Venture For Canada

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🗓️ Your 4-Week Course Schedule (EST)

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**Key Dates At a Glance ****

(Full Course Schedule Below)

• Virtual, Info-Session - September 10 @ 5:30 PM - Register via Zoom
• Application Deadline - September 12
• Payment Deadline - September 15
• Onboarding Day - September 17
• Week 1 - September 23 - 25
• Week 2 - September 29 - October 1
• Week 3 - October 6 - October 7
• Week 4 - October 14 - October 15 </aside>

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🎤 Insights You Can’t Google: Learn Directly From Operators Who’ve Done It All

When you’re new to ETA, the difference between success and failure often comes down to the advice you receive.

Our speakers give you more than inspiration: they’ll share unfiltered insights, proven strategies, and lessons from deals gone right (and wrong).

As lawyers, investors, bankers, brokers, and seasoned business buyers, each speaker will lead a workshop, panel, or keynote packed with actionable insights to support you on your ETA journey. Click on their profiles below to explore their sessions, read their bios, and connect on LinkedIn. 🤝

Stay tuned—new Instructors are joining us every week!

Meet The Speakers! - More to Come -

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⚙️ Learn More About ETA: Listen & Read

Explore the podcast episodes and articles below to unlock insider tips, expert advice, and success stories that will fuel your business buying journey.

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🎙️A New Wave of Entrepreneurship

https://open.spotify.com/episode/01VrG9fTAHHIq46LZ14xdZ?si=d5e24bf572784bfd

https://open.spotify.com/episode/6iU3FaZ8c7hqQmI77OvcCD?si=2d350d57238b4d37

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