Research, Education, and Community
to Strengthen Business Families

The Alberta Business Family Institute advances innovative technology, cutting edge research, and global networks to  support the continued growth and prosperity of business families in Alberta and beyond.
About

Supporting business families since 2003, the nonprofit Alberta Business Family Institute (ABFI) provides resources, education, and community to meet the unique needs and challenges of business families and drive their continued success.

Education & Programs

Leading edge courses that help business family leaders refine their skills and thrive.

Business Family Insights

Translational research bridging academic excellence with real-world application.

Community Events

Join a global community of business families, rooted in Alberta.

Why Business Families?

Business families are critical drivers of the economy, rooted in our communities, and sustain a multigenerational commitment to job creation and national prosperity.

7M Jobs

Family businesses create up to seven million jobs in Canada and 70% of new jobs in North America.

55% Donations

Business families provide approximately 55% of all charitable donations.

+50% GDP

Family businesses account for 50-60% of Canada’s private sector GDP.

What We Do

Translational Research
ABFI transforms academic research into practical insights that drive business family success.
Global Reach, Alberta Roots
ABFI advances global knowledge for business family strategy while staying rooted at the Alberta School of Business.
Innovative Technology and Learning
ABFI creates personalized learning through AI-augmented insights and tools that deepen human connection and accelerate business family success.
Evidence-Based Tools
ABFI co-creates proven methodologies with its global community of business families, developing solutions that work across generations.

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ABFI Insights

Real-world and research-based advice from business family leaders and academics.

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Table Talk Podcast

Listen and learn from leading business families, experts, and researchers.

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Monthly Newsletter

Be the first to hear about ABFI’s latest resources, events, and updates.

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Signature Event

An exclusive evening celebrating business family excellence

OCTOBER 21 | EDMONTON & OCTOBER 23 | CALGARY

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Have questions about our programs or want to learn more about how we can help your business family? We’d love to hear from you.
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