Business Opportunities with the Federal Government COURSE DESCRIPTION The Government of Canada is one of the largest purchasers of goods and services in the country. Each year, the federal government spends up to $25 billion on goods, services, and construction. Want to learn how your business can do business with the federal government? Learn how […]
If you think you are ready to start a business, we encourage you to participate in one of our FREE phone-in Starting Your Business Information Sessions. The session is broken into 2 parts. In Part 1, we explain how to write an effective business plan. We cover each section of the business plan and provide […]
Tips for Successful Business Plan Writing COURSE DESCRIPTION Writing a business plan provides a roadmap to success for your business. It will outline your goals and the steps you will take to achieve them. This seminar will take a deep dive into the various aspects of a business plan and the key questions you need […]
Building a Content Strategy with Blogs COURSE DESCRIPTION Blogging allows a business to easily create and share valuable and relevant content with their target audience. Whether it’s blogging, social media or newsletters, content marketing is critical for entrepreneurs looking to promote their business in a budget-conscious manner. Join Ashley “WriterGal” Doan, Writergal Marketing Services, and […]
A business plan is essential for every business owner. It organizes your ideas, helping you analyze the viability of your business before you start. This workshop helps you clarify your business concept and covers the basics of a business plan. You will receive a business plan template, worksheets, and resources. Whether you have a business […]
What do you do if you’re being sued or you want to enforce your legal rights? On August 10, the women's enterprise Centre is hosting Jennifer K. Choi, an associate in BLG’s Disputes Group, who will walk you through the various dispute resolution processes available in BC—from the Civil Resolution Tribunal, to private arbitration. Jennifer […]
Make Your Own Website COURSE DESCRIPTION Thinking of creating a website for your business? WordPress websites make up almost 30% of the internet and it was recently named the world’s fastest growing Content Management System (CMS). Similar to Shopify, Wix and Squarespace, WordPress offers a free-to-install, flexible and simple interface to make the most of […]
It’s time to get your business on Facebook and learn how social media can help you market your business in an affordable way. In this class, learn how to set-up your Facebook business page, create posts, and connect with your customers. Bring a laptop, photos, logo (if you have one) and think about what you'd […]
Does your child love video games? Are they curious about how to become a game designer?! Register for GLOWS new summer camp, Game Design with Virtual Reality, at the newly opened Nelson Innovation Centre! Youth and kids ages 10 and up will learn how to design and create a virtual escape room game with a […]
The Canadian Export Challenge (CXC) Virtual Accelerators aim to provide current and aspiring entrepreneurs with guidance that addresses the most relevant aspects of the preparation and execution stages of the export journey. The Scaling Indigenous Businesses Globally Accelerator is an event designed to support Indigenous entrepreneurs who are thinking about, working towards, or are already […]
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 […]
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 […]
