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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 […]
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 […]
Join us to get inspired and excited about starting a business in BC! How do I name and register my business? Where can I get funding? What kind of licenses do I need? In SBIS Part 2, we uncover how to make your business official. You will learn about: The pros and cons of different […]
For three decades, WeBC has helped thousands of women to grow their businesses through business loans, mentorship, training, and resources. Along the way, we've grown a vibrant community of support and we're excited to celebrate this milestone with you—our partners, friends, champions, volunteers and clients! This event honors our collective accomplishments and the incredible impact […]
StrikeUP 2025, proudly co-presented by the Scotiabank Women Initiative and Export Development Canada, will once again serve as the flagship kickoff event for International Women’s Month. This year’s theme, Resiliency Redefined, focuses on embracing challenges and creating opportunities for growth in an evolving business landscape. StrikeUP 2025 will bring together a powerful keynote, engaging workshops, live networking, and more. […]
February 27, 2025 - English 10:30 pm (PT) | French 8:00 am (PT) New to Canada? Starting or growing a new business? You’ve got the dream, and we’ve got the tools to help you bring it to life. Whether you’re just starting out or ready to grow, we’re here to make your journey as a […]
With new U.S. tariffs affecting Canadian businesses, understanding compliance, classification, and risk mitigation is essential. Join the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade for Navigating U.S. Tariffs & Compliance Measures on […]
What if the biggest barrier to scaling your impact isn’t funding – but your approach to financing? Purppl and Thrive Impact Fund invite you to engage with this question at Social Enterprise Conversations in Kelowna on February 27 and Kamloops on March 4. These panel discussions explore how nonprofits can leverage social finance tools like […]
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 […]
What if the biggest barrier to scaling your impact isn’t funding – but your approach to financing? Purppl and Thrive Impact Fund invite you to engage with this question at Social Enterprise Conversations in Kelowna on February 27 and Kamloops on March 4. These panel discussions explore how nonprofits can leverage social finance tools like […]
We're excited to partner with Community Futures Thompson Country for their International Women's Day event in Kamloops. Join us as we celebrate local women business owners, learn from their stories and experiences, and build meaningful connections. We have an excellent host, Charlene Muchipisi, and four brilliant panelists who will share their entrepreneurial journeys, and offer […]
With International Women’s Day right around the corner, we invite you to join us in celebrating the incredible women entrepreneurs of the Kootenay region. Community Futures Central Kootenay, in collaboration with our friends at WeBC, is hosting an engaging evening filled with insight, inspiration, and the spirit of community on March 5, 2025, from 5–7 p.m. […]
