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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 […]
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 […]
On March 26, 2025, WEOC in collaboration with partners across the country is hosting a Community Forum to bring together industry experts, business leaders and women entrepreneurs to hear how […]
Enhance your business’s visibility and professionalism using Google’s powerful suite of tools. This workshop will show you how to create and optimize your Google Business profile to stand out in […]
We are proud to partner with Community Futures East Kootenay for She Means Business: Kimberley, BC! Join us at The Hourglass for an empowering event learning about business plan basics, business […]
Join us at Fabrications for an evening of networking, conversation, and celebrating women in business. Hosted by Scotiabank Duncan, this special event highlights The Scotiabank Women Initiative®, a program designed to […]
An evening of networking with women in business! Part of the She Means Business collection Organised by Community Futures East Kootenay. Register here
My Canadian Startup: A workshop series for newcomer entrepreneurs New to Canada? This in-person workshop will help you understand the fundamentals of starting, owning, and operating a small business, as […]
This workshop is led by an experienced lawyer and includes the 1 hour workshop as well as 1 hour of one-on-one time for each business to work on their own […]
With shifting trade policies, strengthening domestic supply chains and interprovincial trade is more important than ever. This session will focus on overcoming regulatory barriers, optimizing logistics, and accessing funding programs […]
A workshop designed to teach and inspire entrepreneurs how to implement newsletters in their business’ marketing strategy. We will go over the benefits of a newsletter as well as strategies […]
Exciting news! The 7th Okanagan Angel Summit is here, and we’re ready to make waves in BC’s innovation ecosystem. This annual investment event brings startups and investors together to connect, […]
