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Leading the Way: CF Lac La Biche Ranks 1st in Total Lending Across Northeast Alberta

Leading the Way: CF Lac La Biche Ranks 1st in Total Lending Across Northeast Alberta

At Community Futures Lac La Biche, we’re proud to share that our impact is being recognized both regionally and provincially. For the 2024–2025 fiscal year:

We ranked 1st in total lending across Northeast Alberta,

and

2nd overall among all 27 Community Futures offices in Alberta.

These rankings are a powerful reflection of the work we’re doing with entrepreneurs, nonprofits, and community leaders throughout Lac La Biche County—and the momentum being built right here at home.

What the Rankings Measure

 

Regional Lending Ranking: Total Dollars Lent

Across Northeast Alberta, we compared Community Futures offices using a values-only methodbased on one clear metric:

The total dollar value of business loans disbursed

This straight-to-the-point approach removes complexity and focuses on impact: real money reaching real businesses. Lac La Biche ranked #1, leading the region in business capital investment

Provincial Impact Ranking: Four Core Indicators

Across Alberta, all 27 Community Futures offices were ranked using an average of four key service totals:

  1. Number of new community-based projects launched
  2. Number of loans issued
  3. Total loan dollars invested
  4. Training and advisory sessions delivered

Each office was ranked from 1 (highest) to 27 in each category. The average of those four ranks determined the overall performance score—and Lac La Biche came in 2nd province-wide.

 

Why This Matters

These results reflect more than just high numbers—they reflect the trust, resilience, and ambition of our community. They show:

  • Strong demand for financing and support
  • Effective delivery of advisory and training services
  • A high level of engagement with businesses and community projects

Our #1 rank in total lending shows we’re putting real dollars to work for local entrepreneurs. And our #2 overall rank across Alberta shows we’re delivering across the board—advisory, training, lending, and community-building.

 

Real Investment, Real Stories

Every loan we approve and every session we deliver is about more than numbers—it’s about helping local people:

  • Open businesses
  • Expand services
  • Overcome obstacles
  • Make a difference in their community

From storefronts to startups, nonprofits to solopreneurs, we’re proud to support the people behind the progress.

 

Let’s Keep the Momentum Going

If you're planning your next move—whether it's starting a business, growing your operations, or launching a community initiative—we’re here to help with:

Business financing
Personalized coaching
Skills training and workshops

Contact Us: email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 780-623-2662

Let’s move forward—together.

Want to see your success story here?

Give us a call, send us an email, or drop in for a chat.

Contact Us

10106-102 Avenue
Box 2188
Lac La Biche, AB  T0A 2C0
P: 780-623-2662
E: contact@cfllb.com 

Communities Served

Atmore, Avenir, Barnegat, Beaver Lake Cree Nation, Behan, Buffalo Lake Metis Settlement, Briereville, Caslan, Craigend, Fork Lake, St. Lina, Grassland, Heart Lake First Nation, Helina, Hylo, Imperial Mills, Kikino Metis Settlement, Lac La Biche, Margie, Normandeau, Noral, Owl River, Pelican Portage, Philomena, Pitlochrie, Plamondon, Rich Lake, Tweedie, Venice, Wandering River.

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