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SUMMARY:Untapped Markets for Foreign Direct Investment Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for new markets to expand your business globally or for new investment opportunities? Join our webinar on Untapped Markets for Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) to discover unexplored territories with high growth potential\, including Asia\, Africa\, and Latin America. \nGain exclusive insights to better navigate the complexities of investing in emerging but often overlooked markets. This webinar will teach you to identify critical high-growth potential industries\, mitigate risks\, and capitalize on incentives. Join us to unlock new opportunities and leverage your competitive edge to foster growth and profitability. Register now to take advantage of this exclusive webinar and secure your spot today! \nPrice: Free \nREGISTER
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/untapped-markets-for-foreign-direct-investment-opportunities/
LOCATION:Virtual
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SUMMARY:Open House Animation Diploma
DESCRIPTION:Interested in a career in animation? Okanagan College’s Animation Studio is opening its doors to the public to learn about the animation diploma at OC. Alums and Second Year students will be providing tours of the studio and classrooms and answering questions. Everyone is welcome to attend this free community event. \nLocation: Innovation Centre\, Unit 202 -460 Doyle Ave\n\nTo RSVP\, email: Ocanimationprogram@gmail.com
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/open-house-animation-diploma/
LOCATION:The Innovation Centre
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SUMMARY:Top 40 Over 40 Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an extraordinary celebration of achievements and excellence as we recognize our 2023 BDO Top 40 Over 40 honourees.  Each of these 40 remarkable individuals have contributed to the community in the Okanangan and made a significant impact. Secure your tickets today to be a part of this inspiration event\, where inspiring stores and unforgettable moments await. We’re excited to welcome BDO as our Program Sponsor and Rogers as our Community Sponsor. \nEach ticket will receive one complimentary drink token and hors d’oeuvres.
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/top-40-over-40-celebration/
LOCATION:Kelowna Yacht Club\, 1370 Water St\, Kelowna\, BC\, V1Y 1J1\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Kelowna Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:hello@kelownachamber.org
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SUMMARY:Business Planning with the Business Model Canvas
DESCRIPTION: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. \nOn August 23\, we’re hosting Jessica Wicks from Accelerate Okanagan in our virtual WeCafé for an interactive session to explore this tool and how you can apply it to your business. \nJoin us for this free session to learn how you can use the Business Model Canvas to: \n\n Simplify and test your ideas\,\n Validate your assumptions\, and\n Identify which resources you need to make your business startup or growth a reality.\n\n  \nAugust 23 | 10am to 11:30am PT | Free Webinar \nOpen to everyone! \n  \nFacilitator: Cathy Burrell\, Entrepreneur in Residence\, WeBC \nPanelist: Jessica Wicks\, Program Strategist\, Accelerate Okanagan \n 
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/business-planning-with-the-business-model-canvas/
LOCATION:Virtual
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SUMMARY:Coffee & Connected: Rooftop Networking
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fantastic morning of networking at the Innovation Centre Roof Top in Kelowna! This event is brought to you in partnership with OYP (Okanagan Young Professionals)\, Innovation Centre\, and SPACES. \n🤝 Connect with professionals from diverse backgrounds. \n☕ Enjoy coffee with a breathtaking view. \n🎁 Participate in exciting giveaways! \n  \nEvent Details: \nDate: August 23rd \nTime: 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM \nLocation: Innovation Centre Roof Top\, Kelowna \n  \nThis event is open to the community and free to attend. However\, registration is required to secure your spot and participate. Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your network and start your day with an energizing experience! \nWe look forward to seeing you there! \n  \nRESERVE A SPOT
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/coffee-connected-rooftop-networking/
LOCATION:The Innovation Centre
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SUMMARY:Young Professional Night Out @ Live In Lake Country
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy live music with fellow young professionals at Live in Lake Country! \nThere’ll be live music by Kandola Bros. and Mazacote. \nThis is a free\, public event put on by the District of Lake Country. Our group is joining in\, so come hang out\, sit with us and expand your personal and professional network! \nFamilies/children are welcome. \nDrop in anytime\, we’ll be there from 5:30 p.m. onwards. \nLive music begins at 7 p.m. \nMore information on meeting up with our group will be sent to registrants prior to the event. \nAbout OYP Collective \nThe Okanagan Young Professionals (OYP) Collective is a program of the Central Okanagan Economic Development Commission\, and a hub of resources to help build community and create opportunities for young people. There’s no membership and we don’t sell anything (other than why it’s so great to live here). All are welcome to join in (ie. we don’t I.D.) to connect with other awesome young professionals in our community! \nREGISTER
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/young-professional-night-out-live-in-lake-country/
LOCATION:Swalwell Park\, 10050 Bottom Wood Lake Road\, Lake Country\, BC\, V4V 1S7\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Stimulating Growth with Supplier Diversity
DESCRIPTION:One of the biggest barriers to supplier diversity for all Canadian businesses is a lack of awareness and understanding. Yet diversifying your suppliers can drive economic growth\, promote innovation\, foster inclusivity\, and provide a competitive edge in the market. \nJoin us on Thursday\, Aug. 17\, 2023\, from 1 to 2 p.m. ET as we discuss: \n\nThe strategic benefits for all Canadian companies of establishing a supplier diversity program and how it aligns with your company’s growth objectives\nHow Canadian businesses owned by equity seeking groups can become a certified diverse supplier and how competing in supplier diversity programs can help you reach your international business goals\nHow one company benefited from being certified and leveraged supplier diversity programs to grow\n\n  \n\n\n\n\nOur panel\n\n\n\n\nModerator \n\n\n\n\n \nJennifer Cooke\nDirector – Inclusive Trade\nExport Development Canada\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers \n\n\n\n\n \nDionne Laslo Baker\nFounder & CEO\nDeeBee’s Organics\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nAnn-Marie Anderson\nAdvisor\, Canadian Supplier Diversity\nBMO Financial Group\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nDuane Robson\nConsul and Senior Trade Commissioner\nConsulate General of Canada in Dallas
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/stimulating-growth-with-supplier-diversity/
LOCATION:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Export Development Canada":MAILTO:https://www.edc.ca/
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SUMMARY:Employment Services Info Session for Skilled Immigrants
DESCRIPTION:Struggling to find work in your field? Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants provides services to help you find skilled employment in BC that uses the education and experience that you bring to Canada. \nYou will gain insight about the employment services of KCR\, and more specifically about the Career Paths Program for Skilled Immigrants. Attendees will find out about the criteria and eligibility for the program and what it can offer to qualified candidates. An overview of the types of professions that the program supports will be introduced along with the industries in which professionals align with best in each of these streams will be discussed. \nAll are welcome to join us to attend this session. The Workshop is offered on zoom. Please register to receive the zoom link. \nThis event is hosted by the Career Paths for Skilled Immigrant Program at KCR Community Resources. \nhttps://kcr.ca/employment-services/career-paths-for-skilled-immigrants/ \nREGISTER TODAY!
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/employment-services-info-session-for-skilled-immigrants-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Kelowna Community Resources":MAILTO:info@kcr.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230815T120000
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SUMMARY:Cash Flow Planning for Small Business
DESCRIPTION:Safeguarding the Financial Health of Your Business \nCourse Description\n\nHave you encountered challenges covering your bills and expenses as a business owner? Even profitable businesses occasionally struggle to meet their obligations\, and it usually comes down to one important factor: cash flow. Maintaining a positive cash flow is one of the most common challenges business owners face\, but it’s not as difficult as it seems if you know what to look out for. \nJoin Yvonne Bayer-Cheung\, Client Services Manager at SBBC and serial entrepreneur\, and learn how to use cash flow projections and sales forecasts to stay ahead of your expenses. This fast-paced\, interactive webinar includes a live demonstration on building out projections and sales forecasts. \n\n\n\nWhat Will I Learn?\n\nWhat a cash flow statement is\, and how it is different from other financial statements\nSteps to creating a cash flow and sales forecast for your business\nTips and best practices to improve your cash flow\n\n\n\nPresented By\n\n\nYvonne Bayer-Cheung
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/cash-flow-planning-for-small-business/
LOCATION:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Small Business BC":MAILTO:askus@smallbusinessbc.ca
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SUMMARY:Allied Universal Hiring Event
DESCRIPTION:WorkBC Central Okanagan will be hosting a single employer hiring event with Allied Universal Security Services at our Capri Centre on Tuesday August 15th from 10:00 AM to 3 PM.  \nThe event will be to promote their Airport Screening Officer opportunities at the Kelowna International Airport. They are searching for part-time and full-time Screening Officers and Bilingual Screening Officers that speak French and English. Job seekers must be 18 years of age or older and must be a Canadian Citizen or PR. Please see the event flyer attached. Please see the full job description below. \n$22.52 – $25.39 / hour \nWages are subject to increases yearly \nAllied Universal is seeking a Screening Officer in Kelowna. As a member of the Allied Universal Aviation Team\, you will have the distinct opportunity to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment. We understand the importance of this role and are looking for team members who want to safeguard their communities\, while learning critical skills\, beyond security\, that will help them create long-lasting careers. \nAs a Screening Officer you will report to the Service Delivery Manager and hold responsibility for ensuring that the traveling public\, their personal belongings\, and the carry-on baggage and items they have with them are screened before they enter the sterile area of the airport. This will be accomplished by using metal detection equipment\, X-ray equipment\, and explosive detection equipment\, as well as physical search techniques to search baggage\, items\, and personal belongings. \nAs this is a unionized 24/7 environment\, shift assignments are bid by seniority and can be any day of the week (including Saturday\, Sunday\, and holidays) and shifts can be from early morning\, late afternoon\, evening\, and graveyard. \nNOTE: If you are successful in our pre-screening process\, you will be required to apply for a Transport Canada Security Clearance and once acquired\, you will then need to successfully complete the Screening Officer Foundations (SOF) course during paid training. \nRESPONSIBILITIES: \n\nWork as a productive team member; supporting and promoting a positive work environment\nCommunicate clearly and effectively\nManage conflict\n\nQUALIFICATIONS: \n\nHigh school diploma or equivalent\nMust be able to obtain a Transport Canada Security Clearance\nMust be able to successfully complete all CATSA assessments including Screening Officer Foundations (SOF) and On-the-Job (OJT) programs.\nMust be able to obtain a valid medical certificate\nIf previously employed\, meaningful and verifiable work history\nLicensing requirements are subject to province and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment\n\nJob Seekers can view the job description and apply online \nWorking at Allied Universal Canada (ausecurity.ca)
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/allied-universal-hiring-event/
LOCATION:WorkBC Kelowna Centre\, 107-1835 Gordon Drive\, Kelowna\, BC\, V1Y 3H4\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="WorkBC":MAILTO:info-kelowna@workbc.ca
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UID:5811-1691557200-1691607600@www.investkelowna.com
SUMMARY:Peachland Chamber of Commerce - Business Made Social
DESCRIPTION:RSVP
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/peachland-chamber-of-commerce-business-made-social/
LOCATION:Davis Cove Resort\, 3701 Beach Avenue\, Peachland\, BC\, V0H 1X1\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Peachland Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:peachlandchamber@gmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230808T193000
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SUMMARY:Networking tools for newcomers to Canada!
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered how it is that some people can easily make connections that help them to find jobs\, and yet you have tried and you’ve been unsuccessful? Come to this 1-hour online session to learn what it takes to find jobs in the hidden job market\, and determine what networking tools are best for marketing yourself in Canada. \nThis session will be delivered virtually. Register to get a Zoom link. \nThis event is hosted by the Career Paths for Skilled Immigrant Program at KCR Community Resources. \nhttps://kcr.ca/employment-services/career-paths-for-skilled-immigrants/ \nREGISTER TODAY!
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/networking-tools-for-newcomers-to-canada/
LOCATION:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Kelowna Community Resources":MAILTO:info@kcr.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230727T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230727T183000
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SUMMARY:KF Aerospace Career Fair
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to the KF Aerospace Career Fair!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEVENT DETAILS\n\n\n\n\nDATE: Thursday\, July 27 \n\n\n\n\nTIME: From 3:30 to 6:30pm \n\n\n\n\nLOCATION: 5650 Aerospace Drive in KF’s West Hangar \n*FREE PARKING* \n  \n\n\n\n\nOur hangar doors are open for you!\n\n\nDon’t miss this exclusive inside look at our world-class aviation services in Kelowna\, BC. This open-house career fair event will showcase a variety of career opportunities working on–and off–aircraft\, including Aircraft Painting\, Hangar Support\, Administration\, Supply Chain\, Logistics\, Aerospace Engineering\, Flight Operations and more. Meet with KF Ambassadors from across our organization and join us for facility tours\, refreshments and a prize giveaway! \nOkanagan College will also be participating to introduce prospective students to their Aircraft Maintenance programs\, including the Structures program located on-site at KF Aerospace. \nApplicants of all backgrounds and experience levels are welcome! \n\n\n\nWhat does Kelowna’s largest private employer have to offer?\n\n\n\n\nEntry-level positions offering competitive starting wages ranging from $18.75 to $20 per hour with set salary increases eligible every 6 months. \n\n\n\n\nA comprehensive benefits package that includes extended medical and dental\,  a health spending account\, a wellness and personal spending account\, pension matching plan and an Employee & Family Assistance Program. \n\n\n\n\nExciting opportunities for career advancement and internal promotions.
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/kf-aerospace-career-fair/
LOCATION:KF Aerospace
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UID:5755-1690457400-1690461000@www.investkelowna.com
SUMMARY:Accelerate Okanagan Programs Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Join the AO Programs team for a presentation on our new Acceleration Stack and how it can support the growth of your business. \nIn this presentation\, we will introduce you to our accelerator programs designed to empower and support startup founders on their journey. Discover how our programs can provide the necessary resources to fuel your startup’s growth and give you a solid foundation to work from. \nDuring this session\, we will showcase our Acceleration Stack\, tailored to address different aspects of startup development. Programs such as Venture Validation Market Ready are designed to guide founders through essential stages of the startup journey. If accessing capital is your priority\, Fundable\, Okanagan Angel Summit\, and ThreeSixty\, are designed to equip you with the knowledge and strategies to secure funding and connect you with potential investors and funders. \nWe will outline the minimum requirements\, ideal profiles\, and key benefits of each program\, helping you determine the best fit for your startup’s current stage and objectives. In addition\, you’ll gain insights into the overall support we provide as a tech accelerator. \nJoin us for this informative session and discover how our accelerator programs can propel your startup’s success. \nGet Tickets
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/accelerate-okanagan-programs-info-session/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230727T110000
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UID:5772-1690452000-1690455600@www.investkelowna.com
SUMMARY:Exporting to Mexico and Latin America with free trade
DESCRIPTION:Don’t let a lack of local presence in the market or understanding of tariff and non-tariff barriers hold you back. \nExpand your knowledge on how to export products and services to Mexico and Latin America with the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) and Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP)\, how your business can benefit from tariff liberalization\, and how to choose the right free trade agreement for your industry. \nJoin us on Thursday\, July 27\, 2023\, from 1 to 2 p.m. ET as we discuss: \n\nWhy it’s important to know the procedures to export goods and services through CUSMA or CPTPP\nHow to leverage trade benefits such as tariff liberalization from both agreements shared with Mexico and how to select the best FTA for your product or service\nWhat’s a tariff and non-tariff restriction and what should be considered when exporting to Mexico\nHow EDC and Team Canada can help Canadian companies get better access to Mexico and Latin American markets.\n\n\n\n\n\nOur panel\n\n\n\n\nModerator \n\n\n\n\n \nJorge Rave\nChief Representative Mexico\nExport Development Canada\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers \n\n\n\n\n \nMarilú Cisneros Vargas\nRegional Manager in Mexico\nExport Development Canada\n\n\n \nGuillaume Healy\nTrade Commissioner\, FTA Promotion\, Inclusive \nTrade and Trade Missions Division\nGlobal Affairs Canada\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nAndrés Friedman\nCo-Founder & CEO\nSolfium Inc.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho should watch\nCanadian businesses interested in exporting to Mexico and Latin America. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister for this event
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/exporting-to-mexico-and-latin-america-with-free-trade/
LOCATION:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Export Development Canada":MAILTO:https://www.edc.ca/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230726T090000
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CREATED:20230330T175622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230330T175622Z
UID:5278-1690362000-1690365600@www.investkelowna.com
SUMMARY:Content Marketing Through Storytelling | Startup Women
DESCRIPTION:About Event\n\n\n\n​This is the third of five webinars Startup Canada will host\, as part of the Startup Women 2023 program. These webinars aim to support the business development of women-identifying entrepreneurs and give them the tools and know-how to navigate the early stages of their entrepreneurial journey. \n\n​​ABOUT\nDrive growth for your business through strategic storytelling. Learn how to better understand your customers and create content for them. Then convert your stories into sales! Hone in on your brand story and explore creative ways to communicate it with your customers. \n​​EVENT DETAILS\nWednesday\, July 26\, 2023\n9 – 10 AM PT | 12 – 1 PM ET \n​​SPEAKERS\nTBC \n​​WHO IS THIS WEBINAR FOR?\nEarly stage\, women-identifying entrepreneurs looking to learn how they can harness the power of their brand story to drive growth. \n\n​​PARTNERS\nThe Startup Women program is powered by Startup Canada\, co-presented by The Scotiabank Women Initiative and UPS\, and in partnership with EDC and Mastercard and a community of ecosystem partners.
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/content-marketing-through-storytelling-startup-women/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230726T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230726T090000
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SUMMARY:Young Professional Coffee Social
DESCRIPTION:Connect with new friends and other young professionals in a casual\, friendly environment at an in-person Coffee Social held at Third Space Coffee in the Landmark District this month. \nDrop in anytime from 7:30 – 9 a.m. to meet great people. \nBeverages and snacks are available to purchase through Third Space Coffee. \nNot sure if you should come to a Coffee Social? Join us if you are: \n\n\nNew to town \n\n\nBorn and raised in the Okanagan \n\n\nA fresh face to business \n\n\nUnder forty \n\n\nOver forty (don’t worry\, we don’t i.D.) \n\n\nSomeone who needs caffeine to start their day \n\n\nLooking to make new friends\, reconnect in the community\, or expand your network \n\n\nThe Okanagan Young Professionals (OYP) Collective is a program of the COEDC\, and a hub of resources to help attract and retain talent in the region. There’s no membership and we don’t sell anything (other than why it’s so great to live here). All are welcome to come out and join to connect with other awesome young professionals in our community! \n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER ON EVENTBRITE\n\n\n\n\n\nHosted by: Okanagan Young Professionals (OYP) Collective\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/young-professional-coffee-social-3/
LOCATION:Third Space Coffee\, 1708 Dolphin Ave Unit #103\, Kelowna\, BC\, V1Y 9S4\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230725T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230725T120000
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UID:5768-1690282800-1690286400@www.investkelowna.com
SUMMARY:Ask Me Anything with Dr. Steve Conway on Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:IN THIS ASK ME ANYTHING SESSION\, ALLIANCE MENTAL HEALTH AND WELLNESS DIRECTOR DR. STEVE CONWAY ANSWERS YOUR QUESTIONS ON ANYTHING AND EVERYTHING RELATED TO MENTAL HEALTH AT WORK.\n\n\n\n\n\nHow is a worker’s mental health affected by work? How can an employee’s mental health also impact their work? What can supervisors and managers do to ensure that their workers have psychological resilience? In this session\, bring the questions you’ve always wondered about mental health in the workplace. \nIn this Ask Me Anything session\, bring your questions to Mental Health and Wellness Director Dr. Steve Conway on anything and everything related to mental health at work.  \nIn his work at the Alliance\, Steve provides members with personalized workshops and leadership consulting and coaching on workplace mental health issues. Watch for new mental health resources and courses coming this summer for supervisors and workers.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn this webinar you will learn\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn more about the intricacies of how psychological wellbeing can affect workers and teams. \nGain strategies to help team members build psychological wellness and resilience. \nBetter understand how and why the JHSC should pay attention to psychological health and wellbeing 
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/ask-me-anything-with-dr-steve-conway-on-mental-health/
LOCATION:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Manufacutring Safety Alliance of BC":MAILTO:manufacturing@safetyalliancebc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230719T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230719T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131519
CREATED:20230713T192840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230718T153719Z
UID:5770-1689789600-1689800400@www.investkelowna.com
SUMMARY:2023 Presidents Dinner presented by Rogers
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a three-course dinner as we pay homage to our dedicated and hard working volunteers made up of our directors\, ambassadors and committee members. At this special dinner we will also induct Former President\, Jeff Robinson into the esteemed Past Presidents Alumni\, and welcome our Incoming President\, Dan Price. \nWe will have a silent auction to offset the costs of the volunteer event. To donate a silent auction please reach out to the Kelowna Chamber at events@kelownachamber.org. \nAgenda: \n5:45 p.m. – Welcome Reception \n7:00 p.m. – Opening Remarks \n7:10 – 9:00 p.m. – Volunteer Awards\, Dinner\, Presentations \n\nCancellation Policy: Cancellations must be received 5 business days prior to the event to be subject to refund. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Item Name\nExpires\nPricing\n\n\n\n\nRegular Rate Ticket\nJul 14\, 2023\n\n\n$150.00\n\n\n\nMember-Discounted Ticket\nJul 14\, 2023\n\n\n$110.00\n\n\n\nReserved Table of 8\nJul 14\, 2023\n\n\n$1\,000.00\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/5770/
LOCATION:Coast Capri Hotel\, 1171 Harvey Avenue\, Kelowna\, BC\, V1Y 6E8\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Kelowna Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:hello@kelownachamber.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230713T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230713T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131519
CREATED:20230613T170435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230613T170435Z
UID:5676-1689242400-1689246000@www.investkelowna.com
SUMMARY:Bidding on Government Contracts: Tips for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:WeBC has partnered with Procurement Assistance Canada (PAC) to help you explore the possibility of selling to a major client—The Government of Canada! \nWhether you’re a sole proprietorship\, partnership or corporation\, have 1 employee or 500 employees\, selling a product or service\, the federal government is the largest purchaser in all of Canada\, and the majority of the goods and services they purchase are from small and medium businesses like yourself. \nUnderstanding the wide variety of products and services that the government purchases\, and the step-by-step process\, will improve your bidding strategies and help you save time. \nJoin WeBC and PAC for this interactive series to learn: \n\n How to identify the contracts that best suit your product or service\n Step-by-step instructions on the bidding process\n How to strategically bid on government contracts so you improve your odds of success\n How to avoid common mistakes bidders make\n Bidding best practices\nHow and when to ask questions\nHow real business owners have successfully bid on government contracts\n\nSessions are on Thursdays from 10am to 11am PT: \n\nJuly 13 | Get to Know Procurement: Is It Right for You?\nJuly 27 | Small Business Bidding: Tour the New Website\nAugust 10 | Bidding Best Practices: Strong Strategies for Small Business\nAugust 24 | Strong Bid\, Smart Growth: How to Supply Goods and Services to Government\n\nFacilitator: Cathy Burrell\, Entrepreneur in Residence\, WeBC \nOpen to everyone! \nA recording will be available after each of the live sessions. \nWho is this for?\nThis introductory-level series is for anyone who is curious about the possibility of selling their product or service to the government in the form of a large\, ongoing contract. It is suitable for businesses of any size and for those who provide both products and services. \nAll registrants will be offered a one-on-one meeting to discuss specifics relating to their business. \nClosed-captioning will be provided for the webinar. ASL interpretation available by request. Please contact us to request an interpreter. \nIncluded in the series\nSession 1: July 13 | Get to Know Procurement: Is It Right for You?\nThis session will introduce you to the concept of selling to the Government of Canada and the IDEaS (Innovation for Defense Excellence and Security) program. We’ll break down the procurement process and IDEaS program into easy-to-understand nuggets of information. By the end of the session\, you should have a clear idea of whether your product or service is\, or could be a match for federal procurement. \nSession 2: July 27 | Small Business Bidding: Tour the Website\nThis session will explore the authoritative website for Government of Canada procurement\, CanadaBuys.Canada.ca. You will discover opportunities and learn to search for federal government tenders\, contract history\, and to register in the electronic procurement solution. \nSession 3: August 10 | Bidding Best Practices: Strong Strategies for Small Business\nWatch the procurement process in real time through the lens of a Government of Canada Contracting Officer/Technical Authority\, and evaluate sample bids against criteria from a fictitious tender\, or RFP. You’ll see what makes a bid stand out and what common mistakes to avoid so you can improve your bidding strategy and make better use of your time. \nSession 4: August 24 | Strong Bid\, Smart Growth: How to Supply Goods and Services to Government\nJoin WeBC and Procurement Assistance Canada (PAC) for an interactive panel discussion to learn about supplying goods and services to Government. Hear from real business owners who will share their own experiences with the procurement process and how they’ve achieved success with contracting processes. \n\n\n\n\nMeet the Facilitator\n\n\n\n\nCathy Burrell\, WeBC Client Service Coordinator\nCathy Burrell is an entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience owning and operating a variety of businesses. She has a Master of Education degree from the University of Calgary\, specializing in adult\, community and higher education. She has taught digital literacy and communication education to adults and has worked as a consultant for business owners to give them insight into their digital customer base. Cathy believes COVID highlighted the importance of clear communication\, both online and offline. She currently works as a Client Services Advisor for WeBC helping clients develop their social\, listening and critical thinking skills. In her experience\, knowing when to talk and when to listen is key to empathy and understanding\, and she works with clients to find that balance in their business.
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/bidding-on-government-contracts-tips-for-small-businesses/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230712T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230712T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131519
CREATED:20230707T183325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230707T183325Z
UID:5760-1689163200-1689166800@www.investkelowna.com
SUMMARY:Kelowna Chamber of Commerce - Member 101
DESCRIPTION:As a member of the Kelowna Chamber there are many opportunities for you and your business. However\, learning to navigate and take advantage of those opportunities can sometimes be confusing and overwhelming.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a introductory seminar to meet the Kelowna Chamber team and understand what’s available and how you can get the most out of your membership. \nLearn about: \n\nMembership benefits and discounts\nPolicy & Advocacy work\n Events\nAdvertising opportunities\nNavigating our website so you can easily book events and find what you are looking for\n\n\nThis is a complimentary session for any Kelowna Chamber Members. Pre-registration is required. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Item Name\nExpires\nPricing\n\n\n\n\nMember 101 (Members Only – Complimentary)\nJul 12\, 2023\n\n\n$0.00
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/kelowna-chamber-of-commerce-member-101-3/
LOCATION:Kelowna Chamber of Commerce\, 544 Harvey Avenue\, Kelowna\, BC\, V1Y 6C9\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Kelowna Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:hello@kelownachamber.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230711T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230711T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131519
CREATED:20230530T154358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230530T154358Z
UID:5615-1689069600-1689075000@www.investkelowna.com
SUMMARY:Using Grants to Support Your Next Staff Hire
DESCRIPTION:How to Leverage Grants to Help Your Business Grow \nCourse Description\nLooking to grow your staff but struggling to make the numbers work? Savvy companies across BC are adding to their roster of talent while offsetting the cost. The secret? Hiring grants.If you’re new to the world of grants\, you may not be aware of the variety of programs available to support your business. The good news is\, business owners have plenty of options that vary based on industry\, job title\, candidate eligibility\, and duration of support. The biggest challenge you may face is selecting the grant that works best for your unique circumstances.Join Stephanie Sang\, CEO of Granted and Grant Angel\, as she walks you through your grant options and best practices for utilizing hiring grants throughout the year. Don’t miss out on this valuable opportunity to grow your business.\n\n\n\nWhat Will I Learn?\n\nTypes of hiring grants available to businesses\nSupports included in hiring grants\nThe best timing to apply for grants\nBest practices for streamlining the grants process\n\n\n\nPresented By\n\n\nStephanie Sang\n\n\n\nSmall Business BC’s webinars are delivered online via Zoom. A few tips to accessing your webinar content: \n\nOnce registered\, you will receive the Zoom link for the webinar twice: 24 hours before the start time and 1 hour before.\nRegistration closes 2 hours before webinar start time.\nMissed the live webinar? No problem. All registrants will receive access to the recording for seven days after the live session.\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/using-grants-to-support-your-next-staff-hire/
LOCATION:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Small Business BC":MAILTO:askus@smallbusinessbc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230706T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230706T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131519
CREATED:20230628T171149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230628T171837Z
UID:5735-1688662800-1688670000@www.investkelowna.com
SUMMARY:Young Professional Night Out: Live Music @Off The Grid Winery
DESCRIPTION:Let’s enjoy the summer sunshine and socialize at a West Kelowna winery! \nMeet and network with fellow young professionals\, as well as members of the Greater Westside Board of Trade. We’re joining in on their fun night out at Off The Grid Winery. \nThere’ll be live music by Niki Martinus\, and the food truck will be serving up pizzas and sweets that pair perfectly with their small-batch wine. And you can say hi to the goats\, sheep\, chickens and other farm animals! \nTickets: $5 for entrance\, food and drinks available for purchase through Off The Grid \nOnly 12 spots available. \nThose looking to carpool will leave from Downtown Kelowna at 4:40 p.m. \nAbout OYP Collective \nThe Okanagan Young Professionals (OYP) Collective is a program of the Central Okanagan Economic Development Commission\, and a hub of resources to help build community and create opportunities for young people. There’s no membership and we don’t sell anything (other than why it’s so great to live here). All are welcome to join in (ie. we don’t I.D.) to connect with other awesome young professionals in our community! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/young-professional-night-out-live-music-off-the-grid-winery/
LOCATION:Off the Grid Organic Winery\, 3623 Glencoe Road\, West Kelowna\, BC\, V4T 1L8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230706T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230706T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131519
CREATED:20230626T161708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230626T161708Z
UID:5716-1688648400-1688655600@www.investkelowna.com
SUMMARY:WorkBC West Kelowna Centre and Westbank First Nation Hiring Event
DESCRIPTION:  \nPlease see below information about the participating employers and job opportunities: \nKelowna Women’s Shelter (New Westbank Location) \nTransition House Supervisor – FT $32-$36/hr \nFrontline Support Worker – PT $26.74 \nAdult Case Manager – FT $29.85-$34.26/hr \nChild & Youth Case Manager – FT $29.85-$34.26/hr \nFamily Support Worker – FT $28.32-$32.51/hr \nReceptionist – FT $23.47 – $26.97 \n  \nApply Online \nJoin Our Team | Kelowna Women’s Shelter (kelownawomensshelter.com) \n  \nLeafFilter \nEvent Marketer – PT – Wage $24/hr \n  \nApply Online \nLeafFilter Gutter Protection jobs in Westbank\, BC | Indeed.com \n  \nStrive Living Society \nAdult Residence Worker (West Kelowna Location) – PT $25.05/hr \nAdult Residence Worker (Kelowna Location) – PT $25.05/hr \n  \nApply on Indeed \nGet Involved and Work With Us – Strive Living Society
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/workbc-west-kelowna-centre-and-westbank-first-nation-hiring-event/
LOCATION:West Kelowna WorkBC Centre\, 3011 Louie Dr #111\, West Kelowna\, BC\, V4T 2L3\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="WorkBC":MAILTO:info-kelowna@workbc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230630T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230630T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131519
CREATED:20230628T170658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230628T170658Z
UID:5732-1688144400-1688151600@www.investkelowna.com
SUMMARY:Young Professional Ice Cream Social
DESCRIPTION:Connect with new friends and other young professionals at a casual\, friendly social in-person\, as we explore downtown Kelowna with ice cream in-hand! \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect \nWe’ll be meeting at The Sails (Abbott St. & Bernard)\, which is in striking distance of some excellent local ice cream and gelato shops. We’ll go grab our cones and head over to City Park and find a place to sit! \nThis is a free event\, with ice cream is available for purchase from the nearby shop of your choice (or whatever nearby treat or drink you want to grab\, it’s your hard-earned money!) \nDrop in anytime from 5 – 7 p.m. to meet great people. You’ll need to register in advance\, and we will also provide instructions of where to meet/how to connect with the group if you’re coming after 5:15 p.m.! \nNot sure if you should come to our Ice Cream Social? Join us if you are: \n\nNew to town\nBorn and raised in the Okanagan\nA fresh face to business\nUnder forty\nOver forty (don’t worry\, we don’t i.D.)\nSomeone who needs likes ice cream\nSomeone who doesn’t like ice cream (it’s optional to go buy)\nLooking to make new friends\, reconnect in the community\, or expand your network\n\nThe Okanagan Young Professionals (OYP) Collective is a program of the COEDC\, and a hub of resources to help attract and retain talent in the region. There’s no membership and we don’t sell anything (other than why it’s so great to live here). All are welcome to come out and join to connect with other awesome young professionals in our community! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/young-professional-ice-cream-social/
LOCATION:Kelowna Sails\, Abbott Street\, Kelowna\, BC\, V1Y 1H2\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230629T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230629T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131519
CREATED:20230518T223348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T223348Z
UID:5572-1688052600-1688068800@www.investkelowna.com
SUMMARY:Uptown Rutland Business Association - 9 and Dine Golf Tournament
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/uptown-rutland-business-association-9-and-dine-golf-tournament/
LOCATION:British Columbia
ORGANIZER;CN="Uptown Rutland Business Association":MAILTO:info@uptownrutland.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230629T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230629T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131519
CREATED:20230616T202448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230616T202448Z
UID:5693-1688043600-1688047200@www.investkelowna.com
SUMMARY:2023 Summer Global Economic Outlook
DESCRIPTION:Rapidly changing global events\, paired with limited resources and rising interest rates\, can make it challenging to manage business growth. \nIf you’re a Canadian entrepreneur on a journey to global expansion\, you won’t want to miss our upcoming webinar where expert panelists will share the latest economic analysis to help you make better business decisions. \nJoin us live Thursday\, June 29\, 2023\, from 1 to 2 p.m. ET when we’ll discuss: \n\nEDC Economics’ latest analysis on the international business environment\, including growth for key economies\, commodity prices\, interest rates and exchange rates\nEDC Economics’ energy outlook on key commodities\nThe prospects for recovery in both developed and emerging markets\nHow rapidly changing global events are shaping the global economic outlook\nCentral banks’ monetary policy decisions and the implications for exporters\n\n  \n\n\n\n\nOur panel\n\n\n\n\nModerator \n\n\n\n\n \nKaren Trujillo\nCommercial Account Director and Agrifood Lead\nExport Development Canada\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers \n\n\n\n\n \nRoss Prusakowski\nDirector\, Economic and Political Intelligence Centre\nExport Development Canada\n\n\n\n\n\n \nZhenzhen Ye\nCountry Risk Analyst\, Economic and Political Intelligence Centre\nExport Development Canada\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho should watch\nCanadian exporters who are considering growing their business internationally. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister for this event
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/2023-summer-global-economic-outlook/
LOCATION:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Export Development Canada":MAILTO:https://www.edc.ca/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230629T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230629T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131519
CREATED:20230601T161048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230601T161048Z
UID:5627-1688023800-1688029200@www.investkelowna.com
SUMMARY:Kelowna Chamber of Commerce - Quarterly Membership Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Quarterly Membership Meeting on June 29 as the Board Committee Chairs provide an update of their committee’s progress to-date. This initiative is meant to provide another opportunity for members to engage directly with their elected Board of Directors. Participants in this in-person event will get a better sense of the work their Chamber is doing to help businesses. It will also introduce you to some of the Directors who are playing a leadership role in shaping the future of our region’s economic development. The Chamber’s June QGM will also provide an opportunity for members to gain insights into the activities of the Board and it’s various committees.  Each committee chair will provide a short update and an operational update will also be shared with those attending.  The QGM is open to everyone though members do receive a member discount to attend. \nIn addition to an update from the Chair of the Board\, Dan Price\, this in-person session will also include updates from the various board committees. Following the update\, City’s Community Safety Director\, Darren Caul will outline what action the City is undertaking to make things better. Kelowna City Council has identified Crime & Safety as one of their top priority areas in their recently-released Council Priorities. Learn more about the City’s efforts and priority actions from increasing residents’ sense of safety and decreasing business break and enters and thefts to advocating for systemic change through increased complex care housing and responses to repeat property offenders. \n\nGuest Speaker: \n \nDarren Caul\, Community Safety Director- City of Kelowna\nWith more than 30 years’ career experience\, Darren has worked and volunteered across the public safety spectrum including victim services\, community crime prevention\, gang reduction\, corrections\, parole\, and police governance. In the early 1990s\, Darren started his career as a correctional officer and a crime prevention coordinator in RCMP detachments before joining Public Safety Canada. There\, he worked in senior manager roles at the National Crime Prevention Centre and Parole Board of Canada for 12 years. This was followed by nearly a decade with the Alberta Government where he served as the Justice Department’s Director of Gang Reduction before being promoted to the role of Executive Director. Amidst his career\, Darren was a Member of the Calgary Police Commission\, founding Director of the Alberta Association of Police Governance\, and an honorary member of the Alberta Association of Chiefs of Police. \nIn his current position as Kelowna’s Community Safety Director and the City’s RCMP Liaison\, he oversees 150 staff in Bylaw Services\, Crime Prevention and Police Services and is responsible for RCMP contract oversight. \nBorn and raised in BC\, Darren has a Bachelor of Arts in Criminology from Simon Fraser University. In 2009\, he earned a Master of Arts in Criminal Justice and received the Governor General’s Gold Medal for outstanding graduate level achievement. Darren has been a sessional instructor of criminology at Calgary and Edmonton-based universities. He is married\, a proud father of two teen-aged boys\, and an accomplished endurance athlete having raced 15 marathons\, six Ironmans and\, most recently\, the half Ironman World Championship.     \n\nA reminder to members\, there will be voting on a few business items. Only members in good standing are eligible to vote. All members are elgible to attend but if you are interested in joining us for breakfast you must register in advance. \nPurchase deadline: Tickets MUST be purchased before 4 pm on Friday\, June 17th. \nCancellation Policy: Cancellations must be received 4 business days prior to the event to be subject for a refund. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Item Name\nExpires\nPricing\n\n\n\n\nRegular Rate\nJun 29\, 2023\n\n\n$45.00\n\n\n\nMember Discounted Rate\nJun 29\, 2023\n\n\n$30.00
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/kelowna-chamber-of-commerce-quarterly-membership-breakfast/
LOCATION:Kelowna Ramada Hotel & Conference Centre\, 2170 Harvey Avenue\, Kelowna\, BC\, V1Y 6G8\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Kelowna Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:hello@kelownachamber.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230628T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230628T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131519
CREATED:20230616T222342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230616T222342Z
UID:5695-1687971600-1687978800@www.investkelowna.com
SUMMARY:UBC Okanagan Cleantech Guild with Bo Dhaliwal
DESCRIPTION:  \nPlease RSVP by June 20th via email to jenny.cooper@ubc.ca.
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/ubc-okanagan-cleantech-guild-with-bo-dhaliwal/
LOCATION:Hexagon Purus\, 2150 Matrix Crescent\, Kelowna\, BC\, V1V 0C1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230628T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230628T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131519
CREATED:20230605T160650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230605T160650Z
UID:5640-1687942800-1687964400@www.investkelowna.com
SUMMARY:Grow Your Food Business
DESCRIPTION:2023 Workshops Are Open! \nAll workshops are online from 9am – 3pm. \n4 dates to join: Wednesday\, June 28; Thursday\, September 7; Friday\, October 20; and Monday\, December 4. \n\nREGISTER HERE\nIf 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 and growing to success. \nYou have a great idea or product\, but before you dig into business\, ask yourself these questions: \n\nCan I scale it up?\nAre my margins high enough?\nAm I certain the market will accept my product?\nWhat are the true costs of starting a successful food business?\nDo I understand the labeling rules and regulations?\n\nf you’re feeling overwhelmed and you don’t have all of the answers\, don’t let that discourage you. Register for our one-day Grow Your Food Business workshop to understand your product’s true potential and know your metrics for success. \nWe’ll cover: \nBusiness planning\nFinancial planning\nMarket access\nProduct development\nDistribution\nTrade\, consumer & digital marketing \n 
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/grow-your-food-business/
LOCATION:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Good to Grow":MAILTO:info@goodtogrowproducts.com
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