Family Business Atlantic | FBA

Building Smarter Businesses

Stronger Families and Lasting Legacies

Join 500+ family business leaders driving innovation, growth, and generational success across the Maritimes

Trusted by leading family businesses across Atlantic Canada

Powering Atlantic Canada's Business Community

Our impact grows stronger every year, connecting generations of entrepreneurs

Active Members

500+

Family business leaders driving growth

Peer Groups

10+

Collaborative learning circles

Family Businesses

50,000+

Represented across Atlantic Canada

What is Family Business Atlantic?

Family Business Association – Atlantic is the only organization in Atlantic Canada dedicated exclusively to the development and support of family-owned and operated businesses. Through community-building, professional support, and knowledge sharing, our goal is to help our members build smarter businesses, stronger families, and lasting legacies.

Unlike traditional business associations, we focus on the unique challenges and strengths of family businesses, fostering a sense of shared experience and deep community ties. At FBA, we believe strong businesses, start with strong families. Are you ready to join ours?

Community Connection

Connect with like-minded family business owners across Atlantic Canada

Strategic Growth

Access resources and expertise to scale your family business sustainably

Innovation Support

Stay ahead with cutting-edge insights and best practices with Us.

Peer Learning

Learn from fellow entrepreneurs in structured peer groups

Upcoming Events

Connect, learn, and grow with fellow family business leaders at our exclusive events

Please Note: All event times are Atlantic Time Zone

Roots to Routes - The 2025 Peter Wilson Dinner

Join us for our 28th annual Peter Wilson Dinner. Inspired by the journey of our 2025 honourees, the Cassidy family of Coach Atlantic, Maritime Bus, this theme celebrates where we come from—our family values, traditions, and entrepreneurial roots—and where we’re headed: the innovative routes we’re forging for the future.

Planning for Succession to Employee Ownership - Webinar

Join us for a practical and eye-opening session on a new option now available in Canada: the Employee Ownership Trust (EOT). Whether you’re planning for succession in 5 years or just starting to think about your exit, this is one conversation no family business owner should miss.

2025 Holiday Social

FBA invites members, and those who want to learn more about our wonderful association, to join us for our annual Holiday Social! Catch up with fellow FBA members – enjoy some conversation and holiday cheer prior to the hustle and bustle of the season!

FBA Group Travel Trip - Best of the Danube!

We’re excited to announce our upcoming group travel trip, exclusively organized by FBA – and you’re invited!

Whether you’re looking to build deeper relationships within our family business community, enjoy a well-deserved break, or explore new horizons with like-minded peers, this trip offers the perfect blend of connection, relaxation, and adventure.

Ever wondered if you qualify as a family business?

We can answer that!

Watch our video to learn more about what defines a family business and discover if your organization fits the criteria to join our thriving community of Atlantic Canadian family enterprises.

Our Sponsors & Events

Thank you to our 2025 Peter Wilson Dinner – Roots to Routes – Sponsors:

"Being a small business in HRM, finding true community and connections are tremendously valuable. FBA members and sponsored events allow us to meet fellow business owners with similar values as ours. FBA is always inviting and inclusive."