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FrLed by the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development Indo‑Pacific economies are the fastest growing in the world. Launched in November 2022, Canada's Indo‑Pacific Strategy creates opportunities to expand trade and investment, grow good jobs, and build supply chain resilience. To help Canadian businesses gain a foothold in the region, the […]
Learn about the financing options available through WeBC! WeBC has a Business Loan Program, and we are the BC Loan Fund Partner of the WEOC National Loan Program for women and non-binary entrepreneurs. If you would like to access these programs to start, expand or purchase a business you will need to participate in one […]
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Join Startup Canada for their Industry Advisory Circles for women-identifying entrepreneurs, giving them the chance to connect with and learn from industry experts and later stage founders in the Beauty space, share resources in real time, and learn about ecosystem support. Register Here>>>
Join us to get inspired and excited about starting a business in BC! You have a business idea—congratulations! Now it’s time to get it down on paper. A business plan can help you test your ideas, make decisions, minimize your risk, get funding and so much more. In SBIS Part 1, we use the document […]
If you’re a solopreneur, you likely spend most of your time thinking of the short- and long-term needs of your business. When it comes to your retirement, have you made the same considerations? Many solopreneurs think they don’t have the time to plan, or perhaps they don’t think they have enough profit to put some […]
Whether you’re starting a business or you’re looking to put your existing business on the path to success, a business plan provides the blueprint you’ll need to achieve your goals. On October 11th, join Small Business BC, and our partners at FortisBC, for an informative and collaborative meetup designed to walk you through the business […]
Are you a Kootenay Woman Entrepreneur, over 19 and in the first five years of operating your business? Join us for our Peer Mentoring Group, 9 Virtual Sessions starting October 12. These sessions will be facilitated by Clare Kelly, owner of Cedar Creek CPA, and are presented in partnership with Community Futures Central Kootenay. Register […]
Join the CFA Society Okanagan on Thursday, October 12 for an inspiring afternoon filled with skills-based, thought-provoking content tailored to the incredible women in our business community. As an attendee, you will come away from this event invigorated and equipped with new, immediately actionable skills to add to your 'business toolkit'. Don’t miss: Keynote Speaker […]
In partnership with UPS, Startup Canada presents the Women Exporters Program (WEP), a free digital program to help women-owned businesses connect with potential customers globally through international trade and e-commerce. Applications are now open, but spots are limited. Get your application in before October 13 and participate in this incredible opportunity! Apply Now >>> […]
Canada continues to face a challenging economic outlook. In particular, interest rate hikes and rising inflation have put considerable pressure on Canadian households. This pressure, in turn, affects small business owners who must find a way to sell, compete, survive and thrive despite this environment. Being aware of the headwinds the Canadian economy is facing […]
The BC Chamber of Commerce annual Small Business Week Summit celebrates B.C.’s small- and medium-sized businesses – the backbone of our provincial economy – and allows them to engage directly with subject matter experts and thought leaders on topics that are important to them. Designed to be current, relevant and practical, a carefully curated program […]
