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If you’re inspired to make earth-friendly choices in your life or business, educating yourself can be both inspiring and discouraging. Does one “bad” action counteract all you hard work? Do you have to sacrifice profit to make a difference? The short answer is, No! As the saying goes, “we don't need a handful of people […]
Whether you’re an entrepreneur looking to test out your idea, or an established business looking for new opportunities, the Business Model Canvas is a brainstorming tool that provides a new way to look at your business. On August 23, we’re hosting Jessica Wicks from Accelerate Okanagan in our virtual WeCafé for an interactive session […]
This is the 1st session in a 3-part series Building your Business Plan: Formalize Your Ideas. Do you have an entrepreneurial idea but are unsure how to turn it into a business? Every business concept needs to be tested for viability before you jump in with both feet. Creating a viable business means not only […]
This Fall, WeBC is launching a brand new Growth Peer Mentoring Program for women business owners, and applications are now open. Virtual groups are available across Canada in both French and English, in partnership with The Forum, SDECB and WEOC. Register Free
This is the 3rd session in a 3-part series Building your Business Plan: Formalize Your Ideas. What are some of the mistakes new business owners make and how can you avoid them? In this session, we’ll show you how the proper planning and procedures can help you achieve smooth sailing. From ‘whoops’ to ‘what if,’ […]
Running out of money is one of the top reasons businesses fail. Using the ‘right’ money at the ‘right’ time can help you stay in business as well as accelerate your startup or growth. However, it can be tricky to know when you should self-fund your business and when you should look for sources of […]
Finding the right price and pricing strategy for your business can be challenging. You don’t want to over-price your product or service and drive customers away, but you also don’t want to under-value your product or service or your business will never be profitable. Whether you’ve been running your business for many years or if […]
Join WeBC for an event in honour of International Women’s Day! This year’s theme is #InspireInclusion, which encourages us to consider how we each contribute to an inclusive world in all aspects of our lives and businesses. If you make a purchase, you have power; if you have a voice, you have a platform; if […]
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is everywhere. If you’re growing your business, it can help you create efficiencies and grow faster, but you need to be strategic about how you use it. So how do you identify where AI can be most helpful for you, how much should you budget, and how much time does it take […]
On November 19, WeBC and The Forum invite you to celebrate the incredible contributions of women entrepreneurs in BC and beyond! With festivities spanning 144 countries, Women's Entrepreneurship Day is all about connection and support. Join us to hear from inspiring local women, meet fellow women entrepreneurs and share experiences. Plus, visit our partner showcase to discover valuable resources […]
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 […]
Join WeBC , The Forum, and WEDO on Women’s Entrepreneurship Day as we celebrate the ripple effect of investing in women entrepreneurs! This year’s theme, Invest in Her, shines a spotlight on the opportunity and impact that comes from supporting women-led businesses, not just for individual founders, but for communities and Canada’s economic future. Entrepreneurship can be a […]
