How to Create a Financial Plan COURSE DESCRIPTION Once you understand how to analyse your financial statements, you can use them to better understand how your business works. Financial analysis not only reveals how financially healthy your business is, it also helps you understand the effectiveness of business strategies, and root causes of business problems. […]

When: July 15, 2020 @9:00 am - 12:00 pm America/Vancouver Cost: $25 + GST Where: Nelson Community Futures Central Kootenay   Are you stuck on your bookkeeping? Bring your journals, receipts, deposit books, invoices, chequebook, and bank statements and we will give you individualized attention to help you stay on track.   Note: this class is […]

From Registration and Licenses to Business Structure COURSE DESCRIPTION Starting a business? It pays to have a plan. Whether you have a winning business idea, or you’re just fascinated with the idea of launching a business, this seminar delivers a beginner-friendly course on how to start your own business. As the first half of the […]

We’ve partnered with the BLG DRIVEN BY WOMEN™ Initiative to offer a series of legal webinars this summer! The spread of Covid-19 has disrupted markets and supply chains around the world, and many businesses are at risk of being unable to perform their contractual obligations. In contract law, “force majeure” refers to unforeseeable circumstances that […]

From PST to Protecting Your Business   COURSE DESCRIPTION The business start-up phase is an exciting time full of opportunity and big decisions. Don’t let your potential business be derailed by taking unnecessary risks. Start Smart 2: Key Considerations of Starting a Business highlights the ways you can protect your business, your employees and yourself […]

If your business provides training then you will want to learn about immersive training simulations that are transforming learning. Learners report being more engaged and have a measurably deeper understanding of the course material. Training times are being significantly reduced saving business money while core competency is notably higher. Join Virtro's Lee Brighton as she […]

How to do Business with the Federal Government   COURSE DESCRIPTION Did you know: The Government of Canada spends up to $25 billion annually on goods, services, and construction. Many of these contracts are fulfilled by small businesses, meaning plenty of opportunities to engage with. This comprehensive half-day seminar will guide you through the various […]

When: July 21, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm America/Vancouver Cost: $90 + GST Where: Community Futures Central Kootenay   Characteristics of a good logo are simple, memorable, versatile and relevant. Now that you have a product or service and a business name, you are ready to communicate with your customers through your branding. […]

When: July 23, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm America/Vancouver Cost: $90 + GST Where: Community Futures Central Kootenay - Nelson   Using a bookkeeping journal method, learn how to set-up your own books. Bookkeeping basics include the principles of double entry, how to keep your records organized, and more. Choose between paper journal […]

Secondary Market Research That Works For You   COURSE DESCRIPTION As an entrepreneur, it’s vital to conduct market research before making important decisions. Analyzing available data allows you to understand your target market, conduct a competitor analysis, view market trends and enhance your business operations. Join Small Business BC’s Market Research Analyst, Mark Eversfield, as he […]

The changes in behaviour in response to the COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted demand and created capacity challenges for many companies. To most effectively manage capacity, companies need to look at it through a different lens. Instead of defining capacity as simply “maximum output”, a more productive definition of capacity relates to the “maximum revenue” that […]