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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 […]
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 […]
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 Food Business Planning program is tailored to assist food processors in learning, developing, and strategically expanding their businesses. It focuses on identifying key challenges and factors that hinder growth while enhancing the ability to scale through improved business management skills.
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 […]
The Food Business Planning program is tailored to assist food processors in learning, developing, and strategically expanding their businesses. It focuses on identifying key challenges and factors that hinder growth while enhancing the ability to scale through improved business management skills.
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 […]
Are you considering expanding your business beyond your BC? Exporting offers exciting opportunities, but it also comes with unique challenges. On January 23, join us for fireside chat with Mara Mennicken, Owner of The GOOD Chocolatier, who will share her real-world journey of exporting to a new country. Mara is a social entrepreneur who loves […]
PARO is again running their successful 10-week Foodpreneur BizCamp for Foodpreneur product producers who are established on a small scale, but looking to scale up to provide to larger food retailers. (Note: this Bizcamp is suitable for women who have already started their food business, and are in the early stages. Not those in the […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
