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FREE Starting a Business Info Session | Part 1: How to Write a Business Plan
2025-08-20 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-09-03 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-09-17 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-10-01 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-10-15 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-10-29 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-11-12 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-11-26 12:00 - 13:00 UTC | Webinar
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 “How to Write an Effective Business Plan” to break down business planning into 10 steps.
You will learn about:

How to structure your business plan and where you can go for industry-specific samples
What to include in each section and how to think through them
How each part of your business plan works together to create a roadmap for your business.

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About WeBC Starting a Business Info Sessions
If you think you’re ready to start a business, we encourage you to participate in our FREE virtual Starting a Business Information Sessions (SBIS).
There are lots of steps to starting a business, so these sessions will provide tips and resources as you work through each aspect of starting a business.
SBIS is offered each week on Wednesday at noon, and we alternate between parts 1 and 2 from week to week. These FREE virtual sessions are held every Wednesday from 12pm to 1pm Pacific Time. While we recommend you participate in both parts, you may register for one or both sessions.

Free WeBC Business Loan Info Session
2025-08-26 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-09-02 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-09-09 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-09-16 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-09-23 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-09-30 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-10-07 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-10-14 12:00 - 13:00 and 6 more dates | Webinar
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 of our free phone-in info sessions about the loan programs.
During this session, the facilitator will:

Review our lending criteria for each program
Answer your questions
Advise you on how to apply
Provide you with a resource package

An Advisor will work with you to determine if you are eligible for a loan.
These FREE phone-in sessions are held every Tuesday from 12pm to 1pm PT.
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FREE Starting a Business Info Session | Part 2: How to Make Your Business Official
2025-08-27 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-09-10 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-09-24 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-10-08 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-10-22 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-11-05 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-11-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar
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 types of business structures
The steps to name and register your business
Where to find information about taxes, licenses and permits
What to consider when developing your online presence
Sources of funding for your business

Register free >>>
About WeBC Starting a Business Info Sessions
If you think you’re ready to start a business, we encourage you to participate in our FREE virtual Starting a Business Information Sessions (SBIS).
There are lots of steps to starting a business, so these sessions will provide tips and resources as you work through each aspect of starting a business.
SBIS is offered each week on Wednesday at noon, and we alternate between parts 1 and 2 from week to week. These FREE virtual sessions are held every Wednesday from 12pm to 1pm Pacific Time. While we recommend you participate in both parts, you may register for one or both sessions.

Pollinator Program Launch: A Virtual Debut
2025-10-16 12:00 - 12:30 | Virtual
We’ve been building something beautiful—come see what it’s all about!
Over 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?
We’ve been listening, dreaming, and building—and now, we’re ready to share something special.
Introducing the Pollinator Program: a new initiative designed to support women who naturally connect others, share resources, and help their communities flourish.
Whether 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.
Join us for a 30-minute virtual launch event featuring:
???? Shauna Harper, CEO of WeBC, who will outline the program and why we were inspired to create it
???? Pauline Stevenson, our “Queen Bee” and long-time WeBC Regional Ambassador, who will share how you can get involved
After 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.
Everyone is welcome to join us for this program launch. We can’t wait to share this with you!
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