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SUMMARY:Business Planning with the Business Model Canvas
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nOn August 23\, we’re hosting Jessica Wicks from Accelerate Okanagan in our virtual WeCafé for an interactive session to explore this tool and how you can apply it to your business. \n  \nJoin us for this free session to learn how you can use the Business Model Canvas to: \n\n Simplify and test your ideas\,\n Validate your assumptions\, and\n Identify which resources you need to make your business startup or growth a reality.\n\n  \n  \nRegister Here >>>
URL:https://staging.we-bc.ca/event/business-planning-with-the-business-model-canvas/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Developing Your Business,Featured,Growing Your Business,Starting Your Business,WeBC Workshops & Events,WeCafes
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230914T100000
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SUMMARY:Success Test: Is Your Idea Viable?
DESCRIPTION:This is the 1st session in a 3-part series Building your Business Plan: Formalize Your Ideas. \nDo 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 making a profit\, but also structuring it in a way that fits your life and aligns with your goals and values. We’ll introduce you to the Creating Your Business Plan Workbook\, which we’ll use throughout the series to refine your business ideas. In this session\, you’ll get curious: Who will buy your product? What does a typical day look like running the business? Is your idea unique? Using hands-on activities\, we’ll: \n\nExplore what motivates you;\nDefine your business idea\, who you serve and what problem you solve; and\n Identify the research that will assist in refining your business idea\n\nRegister Here >>>
URL:https://staging.we-bc.ca/event/success-test-is-your-idea-viable/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Developing Your Business,Featured,Starting Your Business,WeBC Workshops & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230927T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230927T123000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230727T012242Z
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SUMMARY:Growth Peer Mentoring Group for women business owners in Canada - BC English-speaking group
DESCRIPTION:This Fall\, WeBC is launching a brand new Growth Peer Mentoring Program for women business owners\, and applications are now open. Virtual groups are available across Canada in both French and English\, in partnership with The Forum\, SDECB and WEOC. \nRegister Free 
URL:https://staging.we-bc.ca/event/bc-english-speaking-group-for-growth-peer-mentoring-group-for-women-business-owners-in-canada/
CATEGORIES:Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230928T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230928T120000
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SUMMARY:Smooth Operator: Preparing for the Future
DESCRIPTION:This is the 3rd session in a 3-part series Building your Business Plan: Formalize Your Ideas. \nWhat are some of the mistakes new business owners make and how can you avoid them? In this session\, we’ll show you how the proper planning and procedures can help you achieve smooth sailing. From ‘whoops’ to ‘what if\,’ Archana will identify typical mistakes and risks in running a business\, and help you to envision the best case scenarios for you to work towards. You’ll hear from other women entrepreneurs about their real life experiences and how they were able to adapt to changing circumstances. Together\, we will: \n\n Explore processes that you can use to avoid mistakes\, including workflows\, templates and procedures.\n Imagine possible risks to your own business and come up with plausible solutions so you can be confident in your future.\n Identify key operational decisions that need to be made.\n\nRegister Here >>>
URL:https://staging.we-bc.ca/event/smooth-operator-preparing-for-the-future/
CATEGORIES:Developing Your Business,Featured,Starting Your Business,WeBC Workshops & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240117T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240117T110000
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SUMMARY:Self-Fund Your Business or Use Other People’s Money?
DESCRIPTION:Running out of money is one of the top reasons businesses fail.  Using the ‘right’ money at the ‘right’ time can help you stay in business as well as accelerate your startup or growth. However\, it can be tricky to know when you should self-fund your business and when you should look for sources of debt\, grant or equity funding. \nIf you tend to default to building your business with your own savings\, you’re not alone. According to a recent study by Women’s Enterprise Organizations of Canada (WEOC)\, 88% of women entrepreneurs feel confident managing their business finances\, yet 78% hate owing money and 62% take pride in building their business without external sources of money. \nThere are times when it makes sense to self-fund your business\, and there are times when it makes sense to leverage other peoples’ money. \nOn January 17 our Senior Director of Loans & Advisory Services\, Melanie Rupp\, will explore these different scenarios and answer common financing questions such as: \n\nWhat is the cost of using my own money to grow my business?\nIs it less risky to use my own money?\nDo I need to go into debt to grow my business?\nHow do I know which funding sources are right for my own business?\n\nJoin us to learn how to match your business needs with the right kind of funding! \nOpen to everyone! \nFacilitator: Melanie Rupp\, Senior Director of Loans & Advisory Services\, WeBC \n  \nRegister Here >>>
URL:https://staging.we-bc.ca/event/bootstrap-your-business-or-use-other-peoples-money/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Developing Your Business,Featured,Growing Your Business,Starting Your Business,WeBC Workshops & Events,WeCafes
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SUMMARY:The Price Is Right: Strategies for Small Business
DESCRIPTION:Finding the right price and pricing strategy for your business can be challenging. You don’t want to over-price your product or service and drive customers away\, but you also don’t want to under-value your product or service or your business will never be profitable. \nWhether you’ve been running your business for many years or if you’re new to business\, this webinar will provide you with techniques that can be easily implemented. As your business grows\, so should your pricing strategies\, and pricing your product or service can be key to the future of your business. \nIn this webinar\, you will learn: \n\nKey pricing strategies and the pros and cons of each\nTips and tricks for price setting using consumer psychology\nHow to evaluate and adjust your pricing strategy so you can maximize your financial returns\n\n  \nWednesday\, January 31 | 9:30am to 11:00am | Webinar \nPricing: $25\, free for WeBC loan clients and Unity Women Entrepreneur Program Clients \nFacilitator: Kelly Masson\, WeBC Business Advisor \n  \nRegister Here >>> \n 
URL:https://staging.we-bc.ca/event/the-price-is-right-strategies-for-small-business/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Developing Your Business,Featured,Growing Your Business,Starting Your Business,WeBC Workshops & Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="WeBC":MAILTO:hello@we-bc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240228T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240228T110000
DTSTAMP:20260508T145611
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SUMMARY:Virtual Event in Honour of International Women's Day | A Community of Opportunity: Amplify Diverse Voices of Women in Business
DESCRIPTION:Join WeBC for an event in honour of International Women’s Day! \nThis year’s theme is #InspireInclusion\, which encourages us to consider how we each contribute to an inclusive world in all aspects of our lives and businesses. \nIf you make a purchase\, you have power; if you have a voice\, you have a platform; if you have a community\, you have an opportunity to foster a sense of belonging. \nJoin us on February 28 to hear from four inspiring women who will share their own journeys and how they’re helping to build communities that amplify and empower diverse women entrepreneurs: \n\nKelsey Pringle\, Owner of 5 Star Media Group and Co-Founder of UPLIFT Women’s Business Summit\nAlissa Assu\, Owner of RavenSong Soap and Candle\, Bear Essential Oils and West Coast Wildflowers\nAshley Ramsay\, Founder & CEO of The Wonderer & The 5TH Series; Board Director at Accelerate Okanagan; Investor at Women’s Equity Lab; and Past Mentor for WeBC\nMore panelists to be announced\n\nYou will leave feeling inspired to celebrate the unique and valuable contributions of diverse perspectives\, supported by a vibrant network of entrepreneurs\, and excited to drive the economic empowerment of women! \n  \nFacilitator: Shauna Harper\, CEO of WeBC \n  \nThis virtual event is free and open to everyone! \n  \nRegister Here >>>
URL:https://staging.we-bc.ca/event/virtual-event-in-honour-of-international-womens-day-a-community-of-opportunity-amplify-diverse-voices-of-women-in-business/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Featured,International Women’s Day,WeBC Workshops & Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="WeBC":MAILTO:hello@we-bc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240919T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240919T140000
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SUMMARY:Fireside Chat: AI Tools for Business Growth
DESCRIPTION:Artificial Intelligence (AI) is everywhere. If you’re growing your business\, it can help you create efficiencies and grow faster\, but you need to be strategic about how you use it. \nSo how do you identify where AI can be most helpful for you\, how much should you budget\, and how much time does it take to set up? Join us to hear from two tech entrepreneurs who are leveraging AI to grow their businesses: \n• Lawrence Lewis is the CEO and Founder of OneFeather\, Canada’s only Indigenous technology company specializing in electronic voting and community engagement solutions. \n• Maya Adly is the CEO and founder of ROAR\, a one-stop booking platform for service-based businesses. \nThey’ll share key AI tools\, how they’ve integrated them into their workflows\, and some lessons learned along the way. \nJoin us for this free fireside chat to ask your questions and explore how AI tools can support your business growth! \nThursday\, September 19 | 1pm to 2pm PT | Free Virtual Fireside Chat \nFacilitator: Andrea Jacob\, WeBC Business Advisor \nPanelists:\n• Lawrence Lewis\, CEO & Founder\, OneFeather\n• Maya Adly\, CEO & Founder\, bookwithroar.com \nThis session is available with simultaneous French interpretation. To request this service\, please email skillsdevelopment@we-bc.ca by September 10. \n  \nRegister Here >>>
URL:https://staging.we-bc.ca/event/fireside-chat-ai-tools-for-business-growth/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Featured,WeBC Fireside Chats,WeBC Workshops & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241119T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241119T190000
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SUMMARY:We Grow Together Greater Victoria
DESCRIPTION:On November 19\, WeBC and The Forum invite you to celebrate the incredible contributions of women entrepreneurs in BC and beyond! \nWith festivities spanning 144 countries\, Women’s Entrepreneurship Day is all about connection and support. Join us to hear from inspiring local women\, meet fellow women entrepreneurs and share experiences. Plus\, visit our partner showcase to discover valuable resources that can help you on your journey. \nLet’s gather to honour the achievements of women and support one another in this vibrant community. \nThis event is free and open to everyone but space is limited! \nJoin us >>>
URL:https://staging.we-bc.ca/event/we-grow-together-greater-victoria/
LOCATION:Esquimalt Gorge Park & Pavilion\, 1070 Tillicum Road\, Esquimalt\, BC
CATEGORIES:Developing Your Business,Featured,Growing Your Business,Starting Your Business,WeBC Workshops & Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="WeBC":MAILTO:hello@we-bc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251016T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251016T123000
DTSTAMP:20260508T145611
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SUMMARY:Pollinator Program Launch: A Virtual Debut
DESCRIPTION:We’ve been building something beautiful—come see what it’s all about! \nOver the past 30 years\, WeBC has connected with thousands of women across the province—women who uplift others\, spark ideas\, and help their communities grow. And through all those conversations\, one question kept coming up: How can we build more of a community? \nWe’ve been listening\, dreaming\, and building—and now\, we’re ready to share something special. \nIntroducing the Pollinator Program: a new initiative designed to support women who naturally connect others\, share resources\, and help their communities flourish. \nWhether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just beginning to explore what’s possible\, this program is about weaving impact into what you already do—and growing together. \nJoin us for a 30-minute virtual launch event featuring: \n???? Shauna Harper\, CEO of WeBC\, who will outline the program and why we were inspired to create it \n???? Pauline Stevenson\, our “Queen Bee” and long-time WeBC Regional Ambassador\, who will share how you can get involved \nAfter the launch\, we’ll open the program intake and we’ll be looking for women in all regions of BC to join us. This is your chance to learn what the program is all about\, ask questions\, and discover how you or someone you know can get involved. \nEveryone is welcome to join us for this program launch. We can’t wait to share this with you! \nClick here to register >>>
URL:https://staging.we-bc.ca/event/pollinator-program-launch-a-virtual-debut/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Developing Your Business,Featured,Growing Your Business,Starting Your Business,WeBC Workshops & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251119T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251119T150000
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SUMMARY:Invest in Her\, Shape the Future: A Celebration of Women’s Entrepreneurship
DESCRIPTION:Join WeBC \, The Forum\, and WEDO on Women’s Entrepreneurship Day as we celebrate the ripple effect of investing in women entrepreneurs! This year’s theme\, Invest in Her\, shines a spotlight on the opportunity and impact that comes from supporting women-led businesses\, not just for individual founders\, but for communities and Canada’s economic future. \nEntrepreneurship can be a lonely road: late nights\, tough decisions\, and moments of doubt. In this energizing session\, we’ll zoom out and look at the big picture: what women are accomplishing across Canada\, and why your journey matters. \nYou’ll hear from three inspiring leaders: \n• Shauna Harper (WeBC) will share highlights from WeBC’s impact report\, giving you the data and stories that show the true value of investing in women entrepreneurs. \n• Amy Englemark (WEDO) will spotlight how national community-building efforts are creating greater collaboration\, powerful partnerships\, access to capital and community connection. \n• Kirsten Koppang Telford (The Forum) will speak to the power of mentorship and how growth happens when women come together in supportive communities\, reminding us that we’re never alone on this journey. \nWhether you’re seeking inspiration\, connection\, or the confidence to advocate for yourself and others\, you’ll leave inspired to ask—and answer—‘How can I use my business to create change and help more women succeed?’ \nCelebrate your achievements\, get pumped up\, and join a movement that’s shaping Canada’s future! \nWednesday\, November 19 | 2pm PT | Free Virtual Celebration \nOpen to everyone! \n  \nRegister Here >>>
URL:https://staging.we-bc.ca/event/invest-in-her-shape-the-future-a-celebration-of-womens-entrepreneurship/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Featured,WeBC Workshops & Events
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