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. Gain exclusive insights to better navigate the complexities of investing in emerging but often […]
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It's August, so we're skipping the coffee and socializing over ice cream! Join us Downtown Kelowna as we grab a cone and meet great people! 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! What to Expect We'll be meeting at The Sails (Abbott […] |
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Startup Drinks is back for an end of Summer celebration! Join Accelerate Okanagan and Startup Grind Kelowna for happy hour on Thursday, August 31st! No presentations, sales pitches, or stress—this event is a fun and casual networking opportunity with good conversations and great people. The best part? You don’t have to worry about the bill! Food […] |
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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 […]
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Business Process Improvement is an initiative to increase efficiencies in your company. So, if you’re looking to reduce your departmental costs, increase your production / service output, or standardize your business processes, you’ll love the actionable techniques in this webinar. Key Takeaways: What is Business Process Improvement 5 Step to Implement Successful Business Processes: Mapping […]
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Using Social Media for Success Course Description While it’s amazing for catching up with old friends, social media can also be a huge driver of traffic and attention to your small business. And just because you know what social media is, does not mean you necessarily understand how to use social media to grow and […] |
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Access a Grant of up to $2,500 to Improve Access for Persons with Disabilities Course Description Did You Know: Nearly 10 percent of BC’s population identifies as having a disability. Is your business doing enough to create an inclusive space that meets their needs? September is Disability Employment Month in BC. As we celebrate and […] |
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Use your creative tension to move ideas into action! Join a group of skilled collaborators, all with an intrepid mission of conscious learning, sustainability, and transformation for a flourishing future. In 2023, our monthly themes are: June - Sustainable Development & SDGs July - Inner Development & IDGs August - Community Resiliency & Well-being September […]
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IGNITE OKANGAN 2023, Attention Employers! Newcomer Workforce Integration Event in Kelowna. Attention Local Employers! Come join us for our event to connect, share, and learn about how employers are building welcoming and inclusive workplaces for new immigrant workers. This employer and community event includes a panel of guest speakers from the Central Okanagan business community […] |
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About this event The Valleywide Business Expo is an opportunity for you to promote your business to a larger audience than just your community. Vendors from all over the valley join together in one place so that the public from all over the valley will have an opportunity to explore businesses in other communities.
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Launching a business can be an exciting time, and WeBC is here to provide guided support to make planning your business easier! Starting September 14, we’re hosting, “Building your Business Plan: Formalize Your Ideas” a three-part series designed to help women transform their entrepreneurial ideas into a viable business venture. There are many pieces to […]
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DID YOU KNOW THAT ACCORDING TO THE CANADIAN SOCIETY OF PROFESSIONALS IN DISABILITY MANAGEMENT THAT AFTER A YEAR ON SHORT-TERM DISABILITY, ONLY 20% OF INJURED WORKERS EVER RETURN TO THE JOB? LEARN ABOUT WHAT YOU CAN DO TO HELP FACILITATE AND MANAGE RETURN-TO-WORK FOR YOUR WORKERS. Research by Ontario’s Workplace Safety and Insurance Board has […] |
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Many businesses in our community are facing workforce shortages. Yet, there remains a pool of talent that is often over-looked due to misconceptions, stigma, uncertainty and bias (conscious or not) and that's the persons with disabilities talent pool. Join the newly expanded Canadian Partners in Workforce Innovation team and learn how their employer-focused inclusive recruitment, […]
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Use your creative tension to move ideas into action! Join a group of skilled collaborators, all with an intrepid mission of conscious learning, sustainability, and transformation for a flourishing future. In 2023, our monthly themes are: June - Sustainable Development & SDGs July - Inner Development & IDGs August - Community Resiliency & Well-being September […] |
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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 […]
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As part of the Startup Women 2023 program, Startup Canada will facilitate industry-specific advisory circles once a month between February and November. Hosted by Isabel Nolan, Program Lead for Startup Women, these sessions will feature expert talks from late-stage founders, a panel discussion with support organizations within the industry and networking breakout rooms with attendees […]
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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 […] |
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Join us on September 21 as the Board Committee Chairs provide an update of their committee's progress to-date. The QGM is open to everyone though members do receive a member discount to attend. 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 […]
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Join us on Thursday, September 21 from 5-7pm at Manchester SPG for a great evening of networking, local food and drink and some great prizes. Advance registration is recommended. Register Now!
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Launching a business can be an exciting time, and WeBC is here to provide guided support to make planning your business easier! Starting September 14, we’re hosting, “Building your Business Plan: Formalize Your Ideas” a three-part series designed to help women transform their entrepreneurial ideas into a viable business venture. There are many pieces to […] |
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This session is essential for those who are managing th oversight of an organization, speficially board directors and CEOs. This three module session will provide you with an overview of the best practices in board governance. Theses sessions serve as both an orientation to good governance as well as a refresher for those who have […] |
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UDI Okanagan is pleased to welcome Doug Porter, Chief Economist and Managing Director, BMO Financial for our luncheon on September 26, 2023. REGISTER
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Use your creative tension to move ideas into action! Join a group of skilled collaborators, all with an intrepid mission of conscious learning, sustainability, and transformation for a flourishing future. In 2023, our monthly themes are: June - Sustainable Development & SDGs July - Inner Development & IDGs August - Community Resiliency & Well-being September […] |
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This is the fourth 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. ABOUT Learn from women founders about how they secured […]
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We are kicking off our fall Commerce ConneX hosted at MNP brought to you by Canadian Western Bank! Join us on September 27th to welcome you back from summer with great food, drinks and networking. Register now to reserve your ticket! Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be received 5 business days prior to the event to be subject for […] |
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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. You will gain insight about the employment services of KCR, and more specifically about the Career Paths Program for Skilled Immigrants. Attendees […]
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Launching a business can be an exciting time, and WeBC is here to provide guided support to make planning your business easier! Starting September 14, we’re hosting, “Building your Business Plan: Formalize Your Ideas” a three-part series designed to help women transform their entrepreneurial ideas into a viable business venture. There are many pieces to […]
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Course Description Are you up-to-date with the latest food safety regulations? If you are an agri-food business looking to export, you’ll need to be in compliance with the Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR). Discover the key SFCR elements and the export requirement updates for countries in the European Union (TRACES) and China (CIFER) in […]
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Join us on Thursday, September 28 as we hear from some local professionals n the current state of housing in this fastest growing CMA in Canada where demand is far outstripping supply. Our three speakers will cover new options for purchasing (YeYe Housing Society/MLA Norm Letnick); Ryan Smith, Divisional Director of Planning and Development Services […] |
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