On Thursday, March 12, join us for a candid fireside chat with Trisha Miltimore, a dynamic leadership expert and WorkLife Wellness Activator who has spent 25 years helping professionals ignite their impact without burning out. Trisha will share practical insights and personal stories on how to speak with clarity, confidence, and authenticity when introducing yourself and your work.

In this interactive fireside chat, we’ll explore:

• How to shape your story so your elevator pitch feels natural—not forced
• The 3 Vultures: mindsets that sabotage confidence—and how to rise above them
• Simple, empowering ways to show up with greater visibility in conversations
• Tools to communicate your value and strengthen connections in networking moments
• How to step boldly into your own voice and own your impact

Whether you’re meeting new clients, networking, or pitching your ideas, this is your chance to learn real-world strategies that make your message resonate—plus ask your questions in an open, supportive environment.

Thursday, March 12 | 10am to 11am PT | Free Virtual Fireside Chat

Free and open to everyone! Closed captioning in French will be available.

Host: Cathy Burrell, Entrepreneur in Residence
Facilitator: Trisha Miltimore, WorkLife Wellness Activator & Leadership Expert

Register Here >>>

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The latest federal budget makes it clear that Canada wants to open more doors for businesses of all kinds, including women-owned companies, to work with the government through procurement. There’s never been a better time to get involved! Understanding how federal procurement works, from identifying opportunities to navigating the bid process, will improve your strategies and save time.

Join WeBC and PAC for this free interactive series to learn how to:

• Understand the decision-making process behind government procurement
• Identify practical ways to start selling to the federal government
• Get your questions answered by people who know the system from the inside

January 29, February 5, February 12 | 10am to 11am PT | Free Virtual Series

Free and open to everyone!

Register here >>>

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The latest federal budget makes it clear that Canada wants to open more doors for businesses of all kinds, including women-owned companies, to work with the government through procurement. There’s never been a better time to get involved! Understanding how federal procurement works, from identifying opportunities to navigating the bid process, will improve your strategies and save time.

Join WeBC and PAC for this free interactive series to learn how to:

• Understand the decision-making process behind government procurement
• Identify practical ways to start selling to the federal government
• Get your questions answered by people who know the system from the inside

January 29, February 5, February 12 | 10am to 11am PT | Free Virtual Series

Free and open to everyone!

Register here >>>

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The latest federal budget makes it clear that Canada wants to open more doors for businesses of all kinds, including women-owned companies, to work with the government through procurement. There’s never been a better time to get involved! Understanding how federal procurement works, from identifying opportunities to navigating the bid process, will improve your strategies and save time.

Join WeBC and PAC for this free interactive series to learn how to:

• Understand the decision-making process behind government procurement
• Identify practical ways to start selling to the federal government
• Get your questions answered by people who know the system from the inside

January 29, February 5, February 12 | 10am to 11am PT | Free Virtual Series

Free and open to everyone!

Register here >>>

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Whether you’re a sole proprietorship, partnership or corporation, have 1 employee or 500, there are opportunities to sell your product or service to the government. As the largest purchaser in Canada, the government buys a wide range of goods and services—many of which come from small and medium-sized businesses like yours.

Understanding how federal procurement works—from identifying a need to posting a tender—and how to position yourself for low dollar value contracts will improve your strategies and save time. This series will also give you direct access to federal procurement experts in a live Q&A session!

Join WeBC and PAC for this free interactive series to learn how to:

• Understand the decision-making process behind government procurement
• Identify simple, practical ways to start selling to the federal government
• Get your questions answered by people who know the system from the inside

Series Schedule

Sessions are on Thursdays:

• August 14 | Three Easy Steps to Low Dollar Value Contracts
• August 21 | Inside the Buyer and Contracting Authority’s Mind: How Federal Procurement Works
• August 28 | Ask Barry and Sarah-Anne: Live Q&A on Federal Procurement

Open to everyone!

Register here >>>

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Whether you’re a sole proprietorship, partnership or corporation, have 1 employee or 500, there are opportunities to sell your product or service to the government. As the largest purchaser in Canada, the government buys a wide range of goods and services—many of which come from small and medium-sized businesses like yours.

Understanding how federal procurement works—from identifying a need to posting a tender—and how to position yourself for low dollar value contracts will improve your strategies and save time. This series will also give you direct access to federal procurement experts in a live Q&A session!

Join WeBC and PAC for this free interactive series to learn how to:

• Understand the decision-making process behind government procurement
• Identify simple, practical ways to start selling to the federal government
• Get your questions answered by people who know the system from the inside

Series Schedule

Sessions are on Thursdays:

• August 14 | Inside the Buyer and Contracting Authority’s Mind: How Federal Procurement Works
• August 21 | Three Easy Steps to Low Dollar Value Contracts
• August 28 | Ask Barry and Sarah-Anne: Live Q&A on Federal Procurement

Open to everyone!

A recording will be available after each of the live sessions.

Register here >>>

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WBE Canada’s Supplier Diversity Days are full-day in-person events designed to bring women-owned businesses, corporate and government organizations, partners and champions of supplier diversity together in cities across Canada.

Join us to learn how to navigate today’s economic challenges, network with buyers and suppliers to find new opportunities and create common goals to expand economic prosperity within regions, provinces and across the country.

Register Here

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New to Canada? Starting or growing a new business?

You’ve got the dream, and we’ve got the tools to help you bring it to life. Whether you’re just starting out or ready to grow, we’re here to make your journey as a newcomer entrepreneur smoother.

Join us for a free webinar to learn about government resources that may help you on your journey as a business owner in Canada.

Reserve your spot here!

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Are you an Indigenous entrepreneur looking to grow or start your business? We’re here to support you!

Join Innovation Canada and other government representatives for a free webinar designed to help Indigenous business owners navigate programs and resources tailored to your [or their] unique needs.

Register Here.

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The B2B Expo is an incredible opportunity to network and promote your business among the entire business community in Prince George.

We’ve partnered with the City of Prince George and Community Futures Fraser Fort George to make this event incredibly impactful for you and your business.

More info

Register here

Please Note: WeBC will be an exhibitor at this event!

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We will have 16 business pitches during the mornings of May 21st and 22nd. In the afternoons Indigenous and Industry delegates will be able to network together as well as visit the diverse range of exhibitors and also meet with senior federal government buyers.

Register here

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B.C. companies can now join the upcoming TAP B.C. Interior Cohort! This program, valued at $5,000, offers bursaries to qualifying SMEs, helping them unlock export potential and expand into international markets. The cohort begins in April—don’t miss this opportunity!

Application Deadline: March 19, 2025

Apply Here!

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