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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 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 […]
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 […]
Calling all aspiring Woman entrepreneurs! Join Entrepreneurs on the Rise for an online Info, Idea, and Concept Session. This session is a valuable way to learn more about their program, take your ideas and brainstorm for your concept, and answer questions about your concept form submission. During this event, you'll have the opportunity to ask our experienced coaches and team […]
Join us at the BC Economic Summit, taking place from May 6-9, 2024, in the City of Penticton, BC. With the theme "Transforming Industries, Empowering Communities," this highly anticipated annual event is dedicated to fostering collaboration and growth among Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities alike and to focusing on local industries and empowering communities to achieve […]
Aspiring entrepreneurs: Transform your idea into a thriving business Three-Part Workshop Series An impending economic slowdown may appear daunting for young, aspiring entrepreneurs. With the right approach one can create space for innovative ideas and find opportunities to fill gaps in the market with niche products and services. Are you an entrepreneur looking to transform […]
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 […]
An impending economic slowdown may appear daunting for young, aspiring entrepreneurs. With the right approach one can create space for innovative ideas and find opportunities to fill gaps in the market with niche products and services. Are you an entrepreneur looking to transform your idea into a thriving business or grow your newly launched small […]
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 […]
Join us for an insightful webinar with FCC as their Senior Economist, Graeme Crosbie, shares the key information found in FCC's food & beverage report. Key takeaways: Understand the impact of food inflation on your costs and margins Learn how consumer preferences and behaviours are shifting and what that means for your products and services Compare […]
Dive into the vibrant world of shared wisdom and sparkling connection at our exclusive Living Library Networking Event, tailor-made for the dynamic women and non-binary entrepreneurs of our time! Imagine a place where knowledge doesn’t just sit on a shelf but walks, talks, and laughs in the form of local business mavens eager to share […]
Calling all aspiring Woman entrepreneurs! Join Entrepreneurs on the Rise for an online Info, Idea, and Concept Session. This session is a valuable way to learn more about their program, take your ideas and brainstorm for your concept, and answer questions about your concept form submission. During this event, you'll have the opportunity to ask our experienced coaches and team […]
Do you want to attract, nourish and retain diverse talent by creating cultures of belonging and inclusion? Join Tigers Eye Advisory Group on May 13-14 for the Cultivating Authentic Leadership Conference, creating a space to integrate DEI with leading-edge leadership training. Join the conversation with 20 diverse speakers from across Canada who are experts in Equity, […]
We're happy to share that The Forum’s longest-running program, The Forum Entrepreneur Series (E-Series) presented by RBC, is back for the Spring. E-Series is an intensive program for self-identifying women, non-binary, and trans-femme entrepreneurs who want an all-encompassing education in business and entrepreneurship. E-Series kicks off on May 14 and runs until June 13, 2024, […]
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 […]
An impending economic slowdown may appear daunting for young, aspiring entrepreneurs. With the right approach one can create space for innovative ideas and find opportunities to fill gaps in the market with niche products and services. Are you an entrepreneur looking to transform your idea into a thriving business or grow your newly launched small […]
When you think of market research, you may picture a large firm engaging a team of researchers with stacks of data. However, market research can be as simple as having conversations with your customers—and even more impactful that way. Qualitative research allows you to take a customer-focused approach to your business, so you get to […]
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 […]
We’re excited to announce that Langley is an official stop for the Startup Canada Tour 2024. They will be stopping by on Wednesday, May 15 at the Coast Langley City Hotel & Conference Centre. This is your opportunity to: Network with like-minded entrepreneurs. Learn from industry experts. Drive your business forward. Use the code "STARTUPTOUR20" […]
You’re invited to join WeBC and BC-IBN for an information webinar! WeBC is a not-for-profit organization that has helped women start and grow their own businesses in BC since 1995. If you’re a woman who owns a business, or is thinking of starting one, you can connect with WeBC for business loans, business skills training, webinars, mentorship […]
Calling all aspiring Woman entrepreneurs! Join Entrepreneurs on the Rise for an online Info, Idea, and Concept Session. This session is a valuable way to learn more about their program, take your ideas and brainstorm for your concept, and answer questions about your concept form submission. During this event, you'll have the opportunity to ask our experienced coaches and team […]
“If I just had a bigger budget to hire a marketer and get the word out, I could grow my business.” Does this sound like you? Maybe you’ve hired a marketer in the past and didn’t get the results you expected. Or, maybe you’re thinking about investing more in your marketing and you want to […]
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 […]
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 […]
In November, the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada is leading Women's Business Mission to Taiwan and Vietnam. This mission will focus on the technology and innovation sectors to spotlight the ideas and solutions that Canadian women entrepreneurs bring to the global economy. This is the eighth mission in APF Canada’s Women’s Business Missions to Asia […]
Are you a woman founder of a Canadian early-stage technology startup looking for an opportunity to shine? The CanWIN Startup Prize, part of the CanWIN Global Summit, invites you to participate in Bridge to Asia, a pitch competition tailored for women entrepreneurs. The shortlisted individuals or teams will compete by showcasing their startup via a […]
Calling all aspiring Woman entrepreneurs! Join Entrepreneurs on the Rise for an online Info, Idea, and Concept Session. This session is a valuable way to learn more about their program, take your ideas and brainstorm for your concept, and answer questions about your concept form submission. During this event, you'll have the opportunity to ask our experienced coaches and team […]
An impending economic slowdown may appear daunting for young, aspiring entrepreneurs. With the right approach one can create space for innovative ideas and find opportunities to fill gaps in the market with niche products and services. Are you an entrepreneur looking to transform your idea into a thriving business or grow your newly launched small […]
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 […]
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 […]
CanExport SMEs provides up to $50,000 to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) registered in Canada for international business development activities. The program helps develop export opportunities for products and services in new international markets. CanExport SMEs is a competitive program with limited funding. Applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis. Once funds are fully […]
Calling all aspiring Woman entrepreneurs! Join Entrepreneurs on the Rise for an online Info, Idea, and Concept Session. This session is a valuable way to learn more about their program, take your ideas and brainstorm for your concept, and answer questions about your concept form submission. During this event, you'll have the opportunity to ask our experienced coaches and team […]
