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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 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 […]
Whether you’re an entrepreneur looking to test out your idea, or an established business looking for new opportunities, the Business Model Canvas is a brainstorming tool that provides a new way to look at your business. On August 23, we’re hosting Jessica Wicks from Accelerate Okanagan in our virtual WeCafé for an interactive session […]
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 is the final session in a 4-part series Bidding Best Practices: Strong Strategies for Small Business. Join WeBC and Procurement Assistance Canada (PAC) for an interactive panel discussion to learn about supplying goods and services to Government. Hear from real business owners who will share their own experiences with the procurement process and how […]
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 […]
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 […]
This is the 1st session in a 3-part series Building your Business Plan: Formalize Your Ideas. Do you have an entrepreneurial idea but are unsure how to turn it into a business? Every business concept needs to be tested for viability before you jump in with both feet. Creating a viable business means not only […]
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 […]
WeBC is proud to be a delivery partner of the WIN-VC Project! Championing women and non-binary entrepreneurs, and embracing gender lens investing fuels diversity, innovation, and sustainable growth in Canada's entrepreneurial landscape. Join us virtually on Thursday, September 21st from 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM ET as we unveil the launch of WIN-VC Canada (Women […]
This is the 2nd session in the Building Your Business Plan: Formalize Your Ideas Series. You have your idea, and have defined your business concept; now it’s time to map out your plan. Your business plan is a roadmap for how you will structure, run, and grow your business. It can help with decision-making, long-term […]
