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FrWho is it for? This program is for Canadian Indigenous-owned companies with an interest in the US Pacific Northwest. To be eligible, companies must have at least 51% or greater Indigenous ownership and be headquartered, or having its production development unit or its main manufacturing facility in Canada. Ownership may be either by individuals (Status […]
The BCBusiness WOTY awards honour outstanding female entrepreneurs and business executives in seven categories: leader, entrepreneurial leader, innovator, community builder, change-maker, rising star and champion of equity and inclusion. Nominate […]
Applications now open for Accelerate Okanangan's cohort accelerator programs; Venture Validation, Market Ready, and Fundable. Joining a cohort-style program provides entrepreneurs with the necessary skills, resource, and networking opportunities to […]
Visa is committed to small business growth and offers women entrepreneurs across Canada a chance to receive $10,000 plus customized coaching and mentorship through YSpace, York University with the latest […]
Spring is currently recruiting women or non-binary founders of impact ventures for this challenge. This challenge is designed for founders who want to win up to $100k in dilutive funding, […]
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 […]
The League of Innovators is once again hosting the Young Entrepreneurs of the Year Awards. Join them in coming together and celebrating Canada’s brightest minds on November 8th, 2024. Nominate yourself or a fellow young entrepreneur today for a chance to be celebrated and recognized on a national stage! Nominations close on August 2nd, 2024 […]
The Small Business BC Awards are now open for nominations. This year, SBBC is giving $5,000 to four lucky businesses. The award categories for 2024 are: Business Impact Award, sponsored by BCAA Small Business Insurance Premier’s People’s Choice Award, sponsored by the Government of British Columbia Best Youth Entrepreneur Award, sponsored by Kwantlen Polytechnic University […]
