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Do you want to attract, nourish and retain diverse talent by creating cultures of belonging and inclusion? Join Tigers Eye Advisory Group on May 13-14 for the Cultivating Authentic Leadership Conference, creating a space to integrate DEI with leading-edge leadership training. Join the conversation with 20 diverse speakers from across Canada who are experts in Equity, […]
We're happy to share that The Forum’s longest-running program, The Forum Entrepreneur Series (E-Series) presented by RBC, is back for the Spring. E-Series is an intensive program for self-identifying women, non-binary, and trans-femme entrepreneurs who want an all-encompassing education in business and entrepreneurship. E-Series kicks off on May 14 and runs until June 13, 2024, […]
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 […]
We’re excited to announce that Langley is an official stop for the Startup Canada Tour 2024. They will be stopping by on Wednesday, May 15 at the Coast Langley City Hotel & Conference Centre. This is your opportunity to: Network with like-minded entrepreneurs. Learn from industry experts. Drive your business forward. Use the code "STARTUPTOUR20" […]
When you think of market research, you may picture a large firm engaging a team of researchers with stacks of data. However, market research can be as simple as having conversations with your customers—and even more impactful that way. Qualitative research allows you to take a customer-focused approach to your business, so you get to […]
Join our Regional Ambassador, Fern Sabo, on May 15 at the Sandman Hotel Castlegar, as she speaks about her entrepreneurial journey and how you can also connect with the WeBC community for support to start and grow your woman-owned business. As a bonus, Fern will share some tips for laying a strong foundation in your […]
Join the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce on May 15th for an insightful event in their Speaker Series featuring our CEO, Shauna Harper. Shauna Harper is an impact-driven leader, community champion, speaker, mentor, and connector in the entrepreneurial ecosystem. She moved to Kelowna two years ago to become our CEO. She is a nationally recognized advocate […]
You’re invited to join WeBC and BC-IBN for an information webinar! WeBC is a not-for-profit organization that has helped women start and grow their own businesses in BC since 1995. If you’re a woman who owns a business, or is thinking of starting one, you can connect with WeBC for business loans, business skills training, webinars, mentorship […]
Calling all aspiring Woman entrepreneurs! Join Entrepreneurs on the Rise for an online Info, Idea, and Concept Session. This session is a valuable way to learn more about their program, take your ideas and brainstorm for your concept, and answer questions about your concept form submission. During this event, you'll have the opportunity to ask our experienced coaches and team […]
“If I just had a bigger budget to hire a marketer and get the word out, I could grow my business.” Does this sound like you? Maybe you’ve hired a marketer in the past and didn’t get the results you expected. Or, maybe you’re thinking about investing more in your marketing and you want to […]
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 […]
In November, the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada is leading Women's Business Mission to Taiwan and Vietnam. This mission will focus on the technology and innovation sectors to spotlight the ideas and solutions that Canadian women entrepreneurs bring to the global economy. This is the eighth mission in APF Canada’s Women’s Business Missions to Asia […]
