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If you intend to apply for a loan from WeBC to start, expand or purchase a business you will need to provide all items on the Loan Application Checklist, and participate in one of our bi-weekly phone-in info sessions about the loans program. During this session, the facilitator will: Review our lending criteria Answer your questions Advise you […]
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 […]
Course Description Primary market research helps to take the guesswork out of important business decisions. Harnessing tools like surveys and focus groups, it can tell you how much your clients will spend, what motivates them to buy, and a greater understanding of customer needs and pain points. Join Mark Eversfield, Small Business BC’s Market Research […]
Nominations are underway for the Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce's 38th Annual Business Excellence Awards presented by MNP. Nominations run until Aug. 26 The online nomination form and descriptions of the 15 categories can be found here >>> The 15 individual categories are: Large Business of the Year sponsored by MNP Medium Business of the […]
We invite you to join us in celebrating the food, beverage, and natural health industry at the BCFB Awards Night this fall! We’ve reimagined this year's BCFB Awards with new award categories, a shorter ceremony leaving more time to network, a unique cocktail reception featuring BC food and beverage products, and new activations. This will […]
WeBC is proud to be a Presenting Partner of this program! TAP is a 5-day program designed to help SMEs TAP into their full export potential. It has a proven track record helping participants get results. With new trade agreements, a competitive Canadian dollar, and new business opportunities, now is the ideal time to extend […]
WeBC has partnered with Procurement Assistance Canada (PAC) to help you explore the possibility of selling to a major client—The Government of Canada! Whether you’re a sole proprietorship, partnership or corporation, have 1 employee or 500 employees, selling a product or service, the federal government is the largest purchaser in all of Canada, and the […]
This is the first session in a 3 part series. Register for the Bidding on Government Contracts: Tips for Small Businesses series for free. The Government of Canada is one of the largest buyers of goods and services in Canada. The list of what they buy is long and their needs may surprise you. Plus, […]
Join KPU for an upcoming information session and Q&A to learn how you can build your future talent pipeline by hiring KPU Co-op students! About this event Join KPU’s Career Development Centre and Employer Relations' team to learn about the many benefits of hiring post-secondary co-op students to help you meet your current recruitment needs and evolving workforce demands. […]
When it comes to marketing, do you feel like you’re always chasing the latest craze? Maybe you’re like a kid in a candy store with tons of creative ideas. Or perhaps marketing is just another thing on your to-do list. Regardless of your personal feelings about marketing, in order for it to be successful, it […]
This is the first session in a 3-part series Maximum Marketing, Minimum Effort: Build a Strategy Specific to Your Business. Click here to register to the series and save $10! One of the challenges of owning a small business is to know how to market effectively on a tight budget. Marketing is most effective when […]
Starting a Business is a very exciting time in your life. It’s also filled with a million-and-one-choices. What do I do first? It’s true that each business is unique; however, there are some common elements of business planning that many entrepreneurs tend to neglect. Understanding these basics is your ticket to creating a business that […]
This live webinar will cover all you need to know to start exporting to the U.S., so register today and secure your spot >>>> Gain access to a panel of carefully selected local immigration and cross-border lawyers, tax specialists, customs brokers, and logistics professionals by attending this free webinar on November 17.
Learn, connect and be empowered at the first annual HELIX RISE Summit. This free, one-day event is designed to help women at all stages of their careers cultivate sought-after job skills and develop an entrepreneurial mindset. This virtual summit on Thursday, Nov. 17 from 1 to 6 p.m. EST will focus on financial wellbeing and […]
Join us for the upcoming webinar, Canada Digital Adoption Program, presented by MNP. This event is free for BCFB members. As technology advances, it can be challenging — and expensive — for small-to-medium businesses to keep up. That’s why the federal government set aside $4 billion in its 2021 budget to create the Canada Digital […]
Panel Discussion of Issues Impacting Entrepreneurs Locally in BC What issues are you facing as an entrepreneur? Listen to a panel of experienced BC entrepreneurs discuss how they tackled the toughest challenges with surprising results to the sustainability of their businesses. Futurpreneur and ISS are excited to support this exciting event for Global Entrepreneurship Week. […]
WeBC is proud to be the BC Loan Fund Partner for the national $34 million WEOC National Loan Program for women and non-binary entrepreneurs as they start, scale, grow and maintain their business. For women entrepreneurs in BC, the first step to accessing funds is to connect with us at WeBC! The WEOC National Loan […]
This is the second session in a 3-part series Maximum Marketing, Minimum Effort: Build a Strategy Specific to Your Business. Click here to register to the series and save $10! When a business owner is asked about their marketing strategy, many think about their website, social media or advertising. All those things are a part […]
Are you in the “cannabiz”? B.C.’s cannabis sector is a significant contributor to the local economy. If you’re thinking of exploring new markets for your cannabis business but don’t know where to start, we’ve got you covered. Join Small Business BC's two-part webinar on November 23 >>>> to learn about the current regulatory framework around […]
This is the second session in a 3 part series. Register for the Bidding on Government Contracts: Tips for Small Businesses series for free. In the previous session of this “Bidding on Government Contracts” series, we outline what the government is buying. This week we’ll get into the bidding details. Join us for a deep […]
This is the last session in a 3-part series Maximum Marketing, Minimum Effort: Build a Strategy Specific to Your Business. Click here to register to the series and save $10! Join Cathy for a Fireside Chat with marketing professionals and business owners who will share their experience with different marketing tactics. Do you have burning […]
If you intend to apply for a loan from WeBC to start, expand or purchase a business you will need to provide all items on the Loan Application Checklist, and participate in one of our bi-weekly phone-in info sessions about the loans program. During this session, the facilitator will: Review our lending criteria Answer your questions Advise you […]
Accelerate Okanagan is proud to announce the opening of applications for the fifth-annual OKGN Angel Summit. An investment of up to $250,000 for a Western Canadian company is up for grabs! Join Accelerate Okanagan and Danielle Brewin Graham, Co-founder of The Firehood & General Partner of Phenoix Fire, for a full-day training session on the investment landscape […]
WeBC clients save $100! The Art of Leadership, Canada's largest leadership conference, returns to Vancouver on December 2nd. This unique one-day conference features a riveting collection of world leaders, business icons, academics, and bestselling authors who share insights and strategies on the most critical issues confronting leaders in our world today. Don't miss this unique […]
