DIVERSEcity Entrepreneur & Small Business Fair

Surrey City Hall 13450 104 Avenue, Surrey, British Columbia, Canada

WeBC will be an exhibitor at this event – be sure to come say hi! Held annually in Surrey, BC, during Small Business Month, the DIVERSEcity Entrepreneur & Small Business Fair supports diverse entrepreneurs to get the knowledge and tools they need to plan, launch and grow their own business in Canada. Our 2021 hybrid […]

2022 Business Showcase

Executive Plaza Hotel & Conference Centre 405 North Road, Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada

Only one week to go before the Business Showcase — now back for its fifth year — in celebration of Small Business Week! On Wednesday, October 19, exhibitors will showcase their business to hundreds of attendees at the Executive Plaza Hotel in this tradeshow-style event. FREE ADMISSION! Come and connect with the community! We welcome […]

The Forum E-Series Application Deadline

Be inspired. Make life-changing connections. Level up your entrepreneurship skills. E-Series is an intensive program for self-identified women entrepreneurs that want an all-encompassing education in business and entrepreneurship. It offers a deep dive into the skills you’ll need to take your business to the next level, and covers the breadth of topics you need to […]

Build. Grow. Thrive. Event

Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Cerntre 181 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Join us on October 20 for this year’s Build. Grow. Thrive event during Small Business Week! Small Business BC (SBBC), alongside our partners at the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC), are excited to announce our annual Build. Grow. Thrive (BGT) event. This year, we are thrilled to be hosting the event in person after just […]

FREE

Three Keys to Building a Successful Digital Adoption Plan

Webinar

The Canada Digital Adoption Program (CDAP) is a $4 billion initiative that was introduced in 2021 by the Government of Canada to help get businesses online, increase their e-commerce presence and help to digitalize business operations. Join us for an interactive session with Darian Kovacs, a CDAP Stream 2 approved Digital Advisor, as he speaks to […]

FREE

Export Navigator: Doing Business in the USA – Prince George

Coast Prince George Hotel 770 Brunswick St (Nechako Room), Prince George, British Columbia, Canada

Brought to you by Export Navigator, Doing Business in the USA (DBUSA) is a seminar dedicated to helping Canadian business owners enter the American market. One of Kelowna’s greatest trade assets is its proximity to the US border. However, crossing borders with commercial goods face ever-changing complexities and regulations. Gain access to a panel of […]

FREE

Advanced Websites: How to Turn your Web Traffic into Sales

Webinar

Course Description Across Canada, small businesses are embracing a digital transformation. Customers are more comfortable than ever shopping online, and savvy business owners are building the infrastructure needed to meet rising demand. Web traffic is great to have, but are you doing everything you can to turn traffic into sales? This fast-paced and interactive webinar […]

FREE

Session 3: Uncover Unconscious Bias to Become an Inclusive Leader

Webinar

Strong and Impactful: Leadership Practices for Women Business Owners Leadership Series Session 3 Uncover Unconscious Bias to Become an Inclusive Leader Creating a business culture where everyone feels they belong is a process. Whether you have a team or run the business solo, you have the power to create a business climate where everyone is […]

$20

Market Research 1: Finding Business Data and Insights

Webinar

Course Description As an entrepreneur, it’s vital to conduct market research before making important decisions. Analyzing available data allows you to understand your target market, conduct a competitor analysis, view market trends and enhance your business operations. Join Small Business BC’s Market Research Analyst, Mark Eversfield, as he explains how secondary market research can help […]

$69.00

Small Business Guide to Surviving Inflation With Grant Funding

Webinar

Running a business is more expensive than ever. Everything has increased in the last 12 months – Hiring, operations, market expansion, materials – everything! It’s no wonder that The Small Business Confidence Index dropped to a new all-time low in the 3rd quarter of 2022. As concerning as that sounds, grants are a great way […]

BC Startup Showcase: Black Entrepreneurs

Webinar

Join us to cheer on six Black entrepreneurs from across BC when they take the virtual stage to pitch their startup. About this event Throughout 2022, Volition is delivering Discovery Foundation's Regional Investor Readiness Program, offering entrepreneurs across B.C. an opportunity to rise and thrive with free startup business advising, pitch masterclasses, and Startup Showcases. Our October […]

FREE

Taxsense for Small Business

Webinar

Course Description Whether you are starting or looking to grow your business, the business structure you choose can have a massive impact on your profits and tax situation. Join a representative from Loren Nancke Chartered Professional Accountants and learn accounting essentials, responsibilities and dates involved with managing a small business. You’ll discover the deductions available […]

$69.00