Join us in Kelowna on November 22 for our Knowledge Café event! The event will be led by B.C. Centre for Agritech Innovation (BCCAI) Scientific Director, Professor Woo Soo Kim; Peter Simonsen, President of B.C. Fruit Growers’ Association; Jazz Pabla, City of Kelowna’s Director of Information Services; and Susan Murch, Professor, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology […]
Have you ever looked at a tender and thought where do I start? Reading and comprehending tenders is no simple task, so WeBC is hosting Michal Szczesniak from Procurement Assistance Canada to teach you what to do once you’ve found a relevant goods/service tender for your business to bid on. Join us as Michal guides us […]
Arguably Kelowna’s best business casual mixer, Downtown Kelowna After 5 turns traditional networking into a chance to unwind and get to know your neighbours. These events routinely draw 250+ guests looking to socialize, network, share ideas, and have a great time ‘After 5’. Admission to the hottest post-work party in town is only $15/person*, which […]
Every time Pierre Cléroux comes to the Okanagan, his blunt, up-to-date economic presentations draw a sell-out crowd. During his last two trips, he covered tech & labour. This time, he is taking first a broad look, then a deep dive into the most recent numbers and trends in the up and down economy post-pandemic. […]
Join Accelerate Okanagan and the Perfit Team for happy hour at their new downtown location in the heart of Kelowna’s Brewery District! Startup Drinks is a fun and casual networking opportunity for the Okanagan tech community. No presentations, sales pitches, or stress—this event is all about good conversations and great people. The best part? You don’t have […]
OC Cultivates event fosters local food, wine and tourism businesses New event series kick-off hosts panel of local experts, facilitated by CBC’s Sarah Penton You’ve heard of the iconic Okanagan Champagne powder or our four-season playgrounds, but did you know the Okanagan is also leading the way in innovation in food and beverage and tourism? […]
A business owner’s to-do list is never done. As your business builds momentum, it’s not an option to simply do more every day; that’s the sure path to burnout. So how do you prioritize your work, manage expectations, and feel like you can turn off at the end of the day? On November 29 WeBC […]
At times, life can feel stressful and overwhelming. We invite you to pause after work with us and have some time for self-care! This is a super-chill social, where you can drop in and take a pause from the hustle and treat yourself to some relaxation and socializing! Our Self-Care Social is an open-door sanctuary […]
2023 Workshops Are Open! All workshops are online from 9am – 3pm. 4 dates to join: Wednesday, June 28; Thursday, September 7; Friday, October 20; and Monday, December 4. REGISTER HERE If you’re starting a new food and beverage business, the Grow Your Food Business workshop is essential to keeping your business out of the weeds […]
The Board wants to celebrate with you! Join the Kelowna Chamber Board of Directors for an evening of holiday cheer at Metro Hub, Kelowna’s newest event venue. At 4:30pm, Board Committee Chairs will provide a brief update of their committee's progress in 2023. The Quarterly update will be followed by a holiday mixer hosted by the […]