Mingle & Jingle Holiday Lunch
2024-12-05 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Vancouver) | Shannon Lake Golf, 2649 Shannon Lake Golf, West Kelowna, BC, V4T 1V6, Canada
Join the Greater Westside Board of Trade on Thursday, December 5 from12:00 – 1:30 pm at Shannon Lake Golf Course for their Annual Mingle and Jingle Lunch!
Advance registration is recommended.

Venue: Shannon Lake Golf Course
Starts: Thu Dec 5th 2024, 12:00 pm PST
Ends: Thu Dec 5th 2024, 1:30 pm PST
Register Now!

The Mentorship Effect: How Women Entrepreneurs Build Stronger Businesses Together
2024-12-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Online
Being an entrepreneur is a journey and building a business can sometimes feel like an overwhelming process. Having the support of an experienced entrepreneur who has walked the path before and understands the landscape can be the beacon of light you need to see things clearly.
On December 12, WeBC is hosting three women for a Fireside Chat to share how mentorship has played a role in their personal and professional growth:
Michelle Guillet is the Founder & CEO of Electric Parasol, a fractional operation, business management, and virtual assistance company with a creative edge.
Salli Carter is the CEO of Carter Business Coaching & Consulting, where she empowers women entrepreneurs to navigate change and achieve exponential growth.
Kaitlyn McConnell is the Skills Development and Mentoring Program Manager at WeBC, where she has connected thousands of women with mentors.
To register and to learn more, click here!

Holiday Hustle and Jingle Jam
2024-12-12 16:00 - 18:00 | Peachland Chamber, 5878 Beach Ave, Peachland, BC, V0H 1X7, Canada
Get into the holiday spirit with Peachland Chamber of Commerce on December 12th from 4:00 to 6:000 pm at the Chambar Boardroom! Join fellow members and friends for a festive celebration filled with holiday prizes, good company, and plenty of cheer.
Don’t forget to wear your favorite Christmas sweater, Christmas Pjs, or Onesie – They are ready to jingle and mingle!
Mark your calendar and celebrate the season together!

Tech The Halls
2024-12-12 16:00 - 19:00 | The Innovation Centre
Get ready to celebrate the holiday season with AO and the Okanagan tech community at the annual Tech The Halls event! Join Accelerate Okanagan at the Innovation Centre for an unforgettable evening filled with festive vibes, amazing connections, and holiday cheer. We’re bringing the Okanagan tech and business communities together with food, drinks, live music, and more! Don’t forget to wear your favorite festive attire—holiday sweaters are highly encouraged!
Who Should Attend?
If you’re a business professional, entrepreneur, Innovation Centre tenant, student, or just someone looking to connect with the Okanagan business scene, this is the perfect event to kick off your holiday season! Get ready to network, celebrate, and enjoy good company with like-minded individuals.
What’s Included?
Two drink tickets for wine, beer, or Franco’s seltzer options
Complimentary non-alcoholic drinks
Light bites & treats from the talented team at Gather Restaurant
Live music and a festive vibe
Mark your calendar, bring your festive spirit, and let’s Tech The Halls!
Register on Eventbrite!

December Business After Hours
2024-12-12 17:00 - 19:00 | 4 Eyes Optometry
Join the Greater Westside Board of Trade on Thursday, December 12 from 5-7pm at 4 Eyes Optometry for a great evening of networking, local food and drink and some great prizes.
Advance registration is recommended.

Venue: 4 Eyes Optometry – 525 Hwy 97 , #402West Kelowna BC V1Z 4C9, CA
Starts: Thu Dec 12 2024, 05:00pm PST
Ends: Thu Dec 12 2024, 07:00pm PST
Register Now!

Peachland Chamber Business Made Social
2025-01-13 17:00 - 19:00 | Peachland Chamber, 5878 Beach Ave, Peachland, BC, V0H 1X7, Canada

Kelowna Chamber - Member 101
2025-01-16 12:30 - 13:30 | Kelowna Chamber of Commerce, 544 Harvey Avenue, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 6C9, Canada
Thursday, January 16, 2025 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM PST

Kelowna Chamber of Commerce
544 Harvey Avenue
Kelowna, BC V1Y6C9

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.
Join 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.
Learn about:

Membership benefits and discounts
Policy & Advocacy work
Events
Advertising opportunities
Navigating our website so you can easily book events and find what you are looking for

This is a complimentary session for Kelowna Chamber members. Pre-registration is required.
Public parking is available on nearby streets. We appreciate your cooperation.

Event Item Name
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Member 101 (Members Only – Complimentary)
Jan 16, 2025

$0.00

Networking Tools & the Hidden Job Market for Newcomers to Canada
2025-01-21 18:30 - 19:30 | zoom event, Canada
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? Check out this 1-hour on-line session offered by KCR 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.
To learn more and register visit Eventbrite.

Ag Power Session: Tax Strategies to Preserve your Farm's Legacy Webinar. Presented by MN
2025-01-22 08:00 - 16:30 | Virtual
Wednesday, January 22, 2025 8:00 AM – 8:45 AM PST

British Columbia
Online

Join our insightful Ag Power Session webinar to explore tax strategies designed to help you protect family wealth while transitioning your farm to the next generation. Whether you’re planning a transition now or in the future, this webinar will provide practical guidance to help you confidently navigate the succession planning process.
During this session, we’ll discuss:

Opportunities created by Bill C-208 for farm succession planning
Insights into the new Canadian Entrepreneurs’ Incentive
Updates on the capital gains inclusion rate and lifetime capital gains exemption

Presented by Tracy Leishman and Joe Renooy & MNP.

Peachland Chamber Membership 101
2025-01-22 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual

Commerce ConneX-Energyplex Entertainment Centre
2025-01-22 17:00 - 19:00 | Energyplex Entertainment Centre, 130-948 McCurdy Road, Kelowna, BC, V1X 2P7, Canada
We are thrilled to announce our first Commerce ConneX of 2025, brought to you by Rogers Business.
Join us at Energyplex Entertainment Centre for our networking event on Wednesday January 22, 2025! As part of the event, you will receive a $10 Play Card (40 Credit) to be used towards Laser Tag, Rock Climbing, or the Arcade Games, complimentary of Energyplex Entertainment Centre! This is a unique networking event you’ll want to attend.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be received 3 business days prior to the event to be subject for a refund.
Open to members and non-members. All membership networking vouchers must be redeemed online.

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Commerce ConneX Admission – Regular Rate
Jan 22, 2025

$25.00

Commerce ConneX Admission – Member Discounted Rate
Jan 22, 2025

$15.00

Complimentary Commerce ConneX e-voucher (Value $15)
Jan 22, 2025

$15.00

Peachland Chamber Learn N Go - Square for Vendor & Small Business
2025-01-25 10:00 - 11:30 | Peachland Chamber, 5878 Beach Ave, Peachland, BC, V0H 1X7, Canada

Making Financial Forecasts Work: Smarter Decisions for Startups
2025-01-28 09:00 - 11:00 | MNP Office, 1700 Dickson Ave Suite 1500, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 0L5, Canada
Join Accelerate Okanagan for a free workshop for startups titled “Making Financial Forecasts Work: Smarter Decisions for Startups” on Tuesday, January 28th, from 9:00 am to 11:00 am at 1700 Dickson Ave Suite 1500 Kelowna. The workshop is designed to help entrepreneurs build practical skills for smarter financial decision-making.
Learn more and register on Eventbrite.

AI Workshops for Economic Developers
2025-01-28 10:00 - 11:00 | zoom event, Canada
Join ETSI-BC for a series of three one-hour online workshops to introduce economic developers to the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI) and its practical applications in economic development. The goal is to provide participants with the foundational knowledge and action strategies necessary to implement applied AI solutions.
Register here!

Young Professional Coffee Social
2025-01-29 08:00 - 09:30 | Sncewips Heritage Museum and Gift Store, 525 British Columbia 97 #Unit 260, Westbank, British Columbia, V1Z 4C9, Canada
Kick off the new year with our first Coffee Social of the year, combining networking, community connection, and exploring the syilx culture and heritage!
Join us at Sncewips Heritage Museum on Jan 29th from 8:00 to 9:30 am to expand your professional and social network. You will enjoy a guided tour of the museum from 9:00 to 9:30 am to learn about the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the syilx people. As an Indigenous owned and operated business, the museum holds space for syilx voices, connects our community, and maintains a safe space for open, honest conversation.
Register on Eventbrite – https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/young-professional-coffee-social-tickets-1118134262679?aff=erele

LEVEL UP – AI Summit Series
2025-01-30 12:00 - 17:00 | The Laurel Packinghouse, 1304 Ellis Street, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 1Z8, Canada
If you missed the AI Summit or couldn’t attend, now’s your chance to catch up on gaining knowledge and tools to put AI to work in your business so you can leverage more from the people you have and focus on growing your business. Join Csek Creative at the Laurel Packinghouse for a dynamic half-day event featuring a special screening and recap of Peter H. Diamandis.
Register here!

Business Made Social February
2025-02-04 17:00 - 19:00 | Royal Canadian Legion #69, Peachland, 4407 2 St,, Peachland, British Columbia, V0H 1X7, Canada

In the Field: Experiences and Tips from CanadaGAP Experts
2025-02-05 09:00 - 11:00 | Online
Get prepped for CanadaGAP certification with practical insights from certification experts!
In this online session, a panel of experts will help you build on your knowledge of CanadaGAP certification by sharing experiences and peer-to-peer tips for success.
To learn more and register, visit Eventbrite.

Road to Web Summit Vancouver: Kick-Off for B.C. Startups
2025-02-05 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
Web Summit — one of the world’s leading tech and innovation conferences — is coming to Vancouver this May, offering an unprecedented opportunity for B.C. startups to connect with a global community of investors, entrepreneurs, media and industry leaders.
​This one-hour virtual kick-off event will provide an exclusive first look at the Road to Web Summit Vancouver, Powered by Innovate BC (R2WSV), an initiative created to help B.C. startups maximize their Web Summit Vancouver experience and capitalize on its potential to support their growth.
Learn more and register one their website.

Assistive Technology Services Webinar
2025-02-05 12:30 - 13:00 | Zoom
Find out how the WorkBC Assistive Technology Services program, operated by Neil Squire, can benefit you and your employees. Join Marketing Manager, Nate Toevs, each week for a webinar on the following topics:

Workplace accommodations
Ergonomics
Assistive technology
Available resources
Funding options
Community supports programs
Product demonstrations

When: Wednesday, 12:30pm to 1:00pm.
Register here!

Casual Tuesday Networking at Red Bird in Kelowna
2025-02-11 16:00 - 18:00 | Red Bird Brewing
Back by popular demand, Future of Productivity has reserved several tables at Red Bird Brewing in Kelowna for Tuesday, February 11, from 4pm to 6pm.
Register on Eventbrite!

Okanagan Business Women Social Meet
2025-02-13 15:00 - 17:00 | Kelly O’Bryan’s Neighbourhood Restaurant, 262 Bernard Ave, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1Y 6N4, Canada
Okanagan Business Women getting together to connect and network.

Register on Eventbrite

Business Bootcamp
2025-02-22 09:00 - 16:30 | UBCO | Okanagan Campus
Get ready to ignite your potential at KWIB’s Second Annual Business Bootcamp!
This dynamic event is designed to empower and inspire. It offers 12 powerful sessions covering business strategy, personal growth, marketing, and finance. Whether you want to elevate your skills, expand your network, or gain actionable insights, this Bootcamp has it all. Join them for a day of learning, connection and transformation—you won’t want to miss it!
Register here!

Learn N Go February
2025-02-22 10:00 - 11:30 | Peachland Chamber, 5878 Beach Ave, Peachland, BC, V0H 1X7, Canada

Young Professional Coffee Social
2025-02-27 08:00 - 09:30 | Pulp Fiction Coffee House
Whether you are eager to start your day with a dose of caffeine, hungry for some delectable snacks, or looking to grow your social and professional circles, let’s brew up some new connections!
In February, we are returning to Kelowna’s most unique coffee shop – Pulp Fiction!
Mingle with new friends and fellow young professionals in a casual and friendly setting – this isn’t your traditional networking event.
Register on Eventbrite!
Here’s What You Need to Know:
No Entrance Fee: Joining us is free! You set your budget – beverages and snacks can be purchased from Pulp Fiction Coffee House, allowing you to enjoy their delicious offerings while you network.
Come When You Can: Drop by anytime between 8:00 – 9:30 am. Stay for a quick chat or linger longer over your coffee — the pace is yours to set.
Who’s Welcome?

Just moved to town? Perfect, meet your first friends here!
Grew up in the Okanagan? Be the guide for newcomers.
New to the business world or a seasoned professional? Share stories and insights.
Whether you’re under forty, over forty (and yes, we don’t check IDs), or anywhere in-between, you’re welcome.
Need that morning caffeine fix to kickstart your day? We get it, and we’ve got you covered.
Looking to make new friends, find your community footing again, or broaden your professional network? You’re in the right place.
Feeling peckish? Pulp Fiction Coffee House has treats that are hard to resist.

The 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!

Commerce ConneX - University of British Columbia - Kelowna Campus
2025-02-27 17:00 - 19:00 | UBC Okanagan Campus
Cap off the day with the UBCO Commerce ConneX networking event from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm, where you’ll discover the potential of local businesses collaborating with UBC Okanagan to advance innovation, workforce development, and entrepreneurial success.
Learn more and register on their website.

Sustainable Success - Adapting and Thriving as a Central Okanagan Business
2025-02-28 09:00 - 12:00 | Central Okanagan Economic Development Commission, 1450 KLO Road, Kelowna, BC, V1W 3P6, Canada
Community Futures is pleased to present the first session of our Sustainable Business Leadership Series with Angela Nagy of GreenStep, and hosted by the Central Okanagan Economic Development Commission. Join them for this dynamic workshop followed by a light lunch.
Learn more and register on Eventbrite!

Business Made Social March 2025
2025-03-06 17:00 - 2025-04-12 19:00 | Peachland Chamber, 5878 Beach Ave, Peachland, BC, V0H 1X7, Canada

Launchpad for Women presents: Entrepreneur Bootcamp
2025-03-07 10:00 - 12:00 | Zoom
Are you interested in the possibility of owning your own business one day?
Do you self-identify as woman or non-binary folk?
Invest NOW in your future!
This free bootcamp offers essential tools and strategies for launching a successful business in a 2.5 hour intensive workshop. Key topics include:
-Using a Minimum Viable Product for efficient testing and growth
-Understanding the nine key components to go from business idea to business model
-Conducting customer discovery and market research
-Setting goals for success
-Tracking metrics for informed decision-making

Register to join here!

Webinar: The Ready Rating Program
2025-03-12 11:00 - 12:00 | Online
Join BCEDA and the Canadian Red Cross to learn about the Ready Rating™ Program, a free service for organizations to make sure they are safe and ready.
Ready Rating™ helps businesses, schools and organizations become better prepared for disasters and other emergencies. All in one place, Ready Rating Members have access to one-of-a-kind tools, resources and information for evaluating and improving their ability to withstand disaster, maintain operations, and protect lives and property. Whether organizations are taking their first steps or have a fully-functioning emergency management program, the Ready Rating program can help them achieve a higher level of preparedness.
Register for this free webinar to help your community’s businesses become better prepared.
Register now!
