Navigating PST: An Overview for Small Business Owners
2025-01-22 10:00 - 11:00 UTC | Webinar
Understanding and managing the Provincial Sales Tax (PST) is essential for small business owners, especially as your business grows.
On January 22 we’re hosting Elizabeth Hilton, Outreach Coordinator, to dive into the key aspects of PST registration, filing, and compliance.
Whether you’re just starting to think about PST or need clarity on your responsibilities as a small business owner, join us to learn:

Who needs to register as a PST collector
How to register for PST
How to file, pay and self-assess PST
Resources you can use if you get stuck

Join us to ask your questions and gain practical tips to help you stay compliant, avoid penalties, and manage your taxes with confidence!
Wednesday, January 22 | 10am to 11am PT | Free Virtual WeCafé
Our WeCafés are always free and open to everyone!
Facilitator: TBD
Panelist: Elizabeth Hilton, Outreach Coordinator

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Unlocking Government Opportunities: Navigating Federal Programs and Resources for Business Growth
2025-01-30 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-02-13 10:00 - 11:00 UTC
While small businesses face their share of challenges, there are many government programs designed to help you unlock new opportunities for success.
WeBC has partnered Procurement Assistance Canada and to bring you a series of webinars designed to help your business access and benefit from federal resources and programs.
Whether you’re looking to sell to the government, take advantage of research and development incentives, or find more staff, this series offers valuable insights into programs that are designed to help your business grow and succeed.
Join us for this free, interactive 3-part series, where you’ll gain practical knowledge on navigating government programs.
Series Schedule
Sessions will be held on Thursdays from 10am to 11am PT:

January 16 | Three Easy Steps to Federal Procurement
January 30 | Tax Incentives for Scientific Research and Economic Development

February 13 | Staying Competitive and Attracting Skilled Talent

Open to everyone! A recording will be available after sessions 1 and 3. Please note: Session 2 will not be recorded.

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From Idea to Impact: Funding Innovation Through SR&ED
2025-09-24 10:00 - 11:00 UTC
Imagine having extra capital to invest in your next big idea—whether it’s developing a new product, improving a process, or exploring cutting-edge technology. The Government of Canada offers a powerful way to make that happen through the Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) Tax Incentive Program, which provides over $4.2 billion annually in tax credits to businesses conducting R&D.
This isn’t just another government program—it’s a game-changing opportunity to reinvest in your business, reduce financial risk, and accelerate innovation.
On September 24, join our expert panelist as they break down how this program works and how your business can benefit. You’ll learn:

What qualifies as research and development (R&D) under the SR&ED program (it’s more broad than you might think!)
How to access tax credits and maximize your claim
Common misconceptions and how to avoid missed opportunities

Whether you’re a startup, a growing company, or an established business, this session will help you tap into funding that can drive your next breakthrough.
Wednesday, September 24 | 10am to 11am PT | Free Virtual WeCafé
Free and open to everyone!

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Neurodiversity at Work: Strategies for Entrepreneurial Success
2025-11-05 10:00 - 11:00 UTC
In everyday conversation, ADHD and neurodiversity are often described in terms of challenges—like distractibility, impulsivity, or difficulty with organization. And yes, these can be real aspects of living and working with a neurodiverse brain. But there’s another side to the story: neurodiverse entrepreneurs also possess remarkable strengths, such as creativity, resilience, hyper-focus, and the ability to think outside the box.
This WeCafé is all about recognizing both the realities and the “superpowers” of neurodiversity in business. Join Elizabeth Vieira-Richard, CEO of People Dynamics Inc. and internationally recognized Master Executive Coach and Master ADHD Coach, for an honest, supportive conversation about how ADHD and neurodiversity can be leveraged for entrepreneurial success.
In this free WeCafé, you’ll learn:

The make-up of neurodiversity
How the neurodiverse brain works
Exploring the strengths and challenges of ADHD for entrepreneurs
Strategies and tools for ADHD entrepreneurs to harness their unique abilities

Whether you’re navigating the ups and downs of ADHD yourself or want to better support neurodiverse team members, you’ll leave with practical tools and a fresh perspective on how neurodiversity can drive business success.
Wednesday, November 5 | 10am to 11am PT | Free Virtual WeCafé
Facilitator: Kelly Masson, WeBC Business Advisor
Panelist: Elizabeth Vieira-Richard, CEO & Owner, People Dynamics Inc.
Our WeCafés are always free and open to everyone!

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When Customers Ask AI: Make Your Business Part of the Answer
2026-03-11 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Denver)
AI is changing the way people discover businesses. Instead of typing into Google, more customers are asking tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot, and Perplexity for recommendations. The question is: will AI recommend your business?
Most small businesses are invisible in AI today—but that can change.
Join us for an interactive WeCafé session with WeBC Business Advisor Archana Samtani Singhania. She’ll explore AI Engine Optimization (AIEO), the new frontier of discoverability. You’ll learn practical steps to help AI “see” your business clearly so you can show up in answers, not just search results.
We’ll cover:

What makes AI search different from traditional SEO
How AI chooses businesses to recommend and the key signals it looks for (plus ways to strengthen them)
How to make your business info clear and consistent, and use conversational content and FAQs to boost visibility
Common mistakes that keep businesses hidden from AI, and how to avoid them

Join us for this informative, interactive session to learn actionable strategies to position your business for the AI era!
Wednesday, March 11 | 10am to 11am PT | Free Virtual WeCafé
Free and open to everyone!
Facilitator: Archana Samtani Singhania, WeBC Business Advisor

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