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SmallBusinessBC is excited to announce their event: Build. Grow. Thrive. on Wednesday, April 17. Join them at Kelowna Museum’s Laurel Packinghouse and hear from expert speakers on various topics designed to help you start, grow, and sustain your business in a rapidly changing economy. Delivered in partnership with BCAA Small Business Insurance, this one-off event will […]
Join our friends at WEOC on April 17-18, for their first-ever summit for leaders within the Canadian entrepreneurship ecosystem. This Summit will bring together CEOs and advisors to engage in conversations that showcase innovation and champion inclusivity while encouraging collaboration and understanding across the ecosystem. Register Here >>>
Join Alberta Women Entrepreneurs for their Bold Leadership Program which runs every Thursday from April 18- June 20, 2024. Bold Leadership is a program designed to guide you through mastering digital strategies, enhancing your leadership skills, and connecting with a network of supportive peers from across Canada. This is more than just a learning opportunity; […]
Do you feel like you’re not connecting when you speak with investors? In your mind, you’ve delivered a strong pitch, you’ve answered all their questions, and yet the conversation doesn’t go anywhere. If you feel this way, you’re not alone. Research shows that investors ask women different questions than men, and those questions don’t lead […]
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 […]
Introducing our new Fireside Chats! These are free, virtual sessions that explore different aspects of scaling a business by sharing the growth journeys, knowledge and experiences of BC women. Growing your business doesn’t need to mean abandoning your values. In fact, you can grow a profitable business while also growing your economic, social, and environmental […]
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 in partnership with Community Futures Central Vancouver Island on April 23 for "Business Wayfinding"! This free event offers advice, skill-building, resources, and connections for job seekers, business owners, island entrepreneurs, and organization leaders. Our Business Advisor, Kelly Masson, will join other local experts and community partners from 4 pm to 6 pm at […]
