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FrWe are proud to partner with Community Futures East Kootenay for She Means Business: Kimberley, BC! Join us at The Hourglass for an empowering event learning about business plan basics, business loans and valuable resources followed by networking and getting to know other women in business in Kimberley! A fantastic opportunity to grow your network. Don't […]
Join us at Fabrications for an evening of networking, conversation, and celebrating women in business. Hosted by Scotiabank Duncan, this special event highlights The Scotiabank Women Initiative®, a program designed to help women entrepreneurs and leaders access the funding, resources, and support they need to thrive. This ladies-only event is all about connecting, learning, and lifting […]
An evening of networking with women in business! Part of the She Means Business collection Organised by Community Futures East Kootenay. Register here
My Canadian Startup: A workshop series for newcomer entrepreneurs New to Canada? This in-person workshop will help you understand the fundamentals of starting, owning, and operating a small business, as well as the challenges and opportunities you may encounter on your entrepreneurial journey in Canada. At the end of the workshop, you'll have the chance […]
This workshop is led by an experienced lawyer and includes the 1 hour workshop as well as 1 hour of one-on-one time for each business to work on their own website terms of use. The workshop will empower you with the knowledge and tools to create a robust and legally compliant terms of use for […]
With shifting trade policies, strengthening domestic supply chains and interprovincial trade is more important than ever. This session will focus on overcoming regulatory barriers, optimizing logistics, and accessing funding programs for Canadian market expansion. Industry experts will share practical insights on scaling across provinces, navigating procurement challenges, and strengthening business resilience within Canada. Who should […]
A workshop designed to teach and inspire entrepreneurs how to implement newsletters in their business’ marketing strategy. We will go over the benefits of a newsletter as well as strategies and newsletter elements you will be able to apply specifically to your own business. Through this session, you will not only understand the importance of […]
Exciting news! The 7th Okanagan Angel Summit is here, and we’re ready to make waves in BC’s innovation ecosystem. This annual investment event brings startups and investors together to connect, grow, and shape the future of BC tech. Whether you’re ready to pitch your big idea or eager to join the ranks of accredited investors, […]
Join Angie to understand what your relationship is with Social Media and how to make it a strong and positive one so it's not something that holds you back in your business. You have a relationship with social media. If it's a not-so-good one, it can be holding you back from putting yourself out there, […]
In partnership with WeBC, Community Futures South Fraser is hosting free drop-in 20-minute sessions for women entrepreneurs to get their business questions answered and find support. Ask About: Pricing Staff Policies Marketing & Branding Cash Flow (Survival Mode) and any other burning questions! Mondays in March (starting March 10) from 1pm-3pm. RSVP to reserve your […]
Find New Customers, Grow in Global Markets B.C. companies can now join the upcoming TAP B.C. Interior Cohort! This program, valued at $5,000, offers bursaries to qualifying SMEs, helping them unlock export potential and expand into international markets. The cohort begins in April—don’t miss this opportunity! Application Deadline: March 19, 2025 Apply Here!
Registration Now Open! We’ve partnered with Ollo Metrics to bring you a live online webinar to help you leverage Google Ads to reach more customers and grow your business while avoiding costly pitfalls! Members $65 / Future Members $80 Register Here!
