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FrIn partnership with UPS Canada, Startup Canada presents the Women Exporters Program (WEP). This global initiative helps to bridge the gender gap in education and export participation by providing targeted assistance to women-owned small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). As of January 2023, the WEP has trained over 107,000 women and small business owners around the […]
Join us for an inspiring evening at We Grow Together Nanaimo, where we celebrate the incredible ways women entrepreneurs are supported, and support each other. This event aims to connect you with valuable resources to enhance your business journey, boost your confidence with practical skills, and expand your professional network. Enjoy a panel discussion with local […]
PARO is a not-for-profit organization that, like WeBC, has the remit to support women entrepreneurs throughout their entrepreneurial journey. One of the ways PARO does this is by helping women find or create their own peer support circles. These Circles allow women in BC (or across Canada) to come together and share knowledge, expertise, advice, […]
When it comes to funding your business, everyone wants a grant. It’s free money, right?! Grants come in many forms – from tax credits to incentives and project funding. Yet, finding the right ones for your business can be confusing, and the application process can be time consuming. WeBC has partnered with Pocketed to give […]
Join Start Up Canada for the third of four webinars as part of the Startup Global 2024 program. These webinars will walk you through the tools and resources you need to get your business export-ready. Each webinar will provide you with the opportunity to connect with industry leaders and organizations and build foundational relationships for […]
We are proud to partner with Okanagan College and the BC Beverage Technology Access Centre (BC BTAC) to present an empowering workshop with lunch, designed to accelerate women-run businesses and entrepreneurs in the beverage industry. Held at the beautiful District Wine Village in Oliver, BC. Led by Rochelle Diaz, founder of La Femme Marketing Agency, this […]
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 […]
This workshop is hosted by a CRA Liaison officer who will: help you better understand your tax obligations and possible business deductions explain general bookkeeping concepts and best practices explain how to avoid common tax errors give you an overview of helpful online tools and electronic services offered by the CRA answer your tax-related questions […]
If you're a driven Canadian woman entrepreneur ready to scale your established business or take your growing business to new heights but are feeling stuck or unsure what move to make next? AWE has the programs you need. Join AWE Project Lead, Megan Bertagnolli, and Program Advisor, Ed Marchak, as they share information AWE's national […]
Applications are now open for The FemTech Breakfast Club. This is a pitch competition focused on bringing together and learning about the tremendous industry that surrounds women’s health. If you are a founder, this is your chance to showcase your #FemTech innovation! Apply to pitch on October 9th, applications close September 13th. Learn More or […]
PARO is a not-for-profit organization that, like WeBC, has the remit to support women entrepreneurs throughout their entrepreneurial journey. One of the ways PARO does this is by helping women find or create their own peer support circles. These Circles allow women in BC (or across Canada) to come together and share knowledge, expertise, advice, […]
When you have a clear picture of your business financials, you can make better decisions, find opportunities, and plan for the future. Unfortunately, 82% of small business owners go bust because they don't know how to build or balance a budget. WeBC has partnered with Taunya Woods Richardson, Founder of Nail The Numbers, who has […]
