What’s Happening in August 2019 at Small Business BC?
The dog days of summer have arrived! Beat the heat and boost your small business savvy with Small Business BC’s packed calendar of August education. This month, we cover everything from social media,...
View ArticlePrepared BC: Emergency Plan for Small Businesses
Planning for business interruptions, emergencies, and disasters is a crucial aspect of running a business. That’s why it pays to have an emergency plan. A plan can help you and your employees: Respond...
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SBBC to Visit Coquitlam for Build. Grow. Thrive. Tri-Cities
Small Business BC, alongside our partners Envision Financial, is pleased to announce we’re hitting the road again this September. You’re invited to join us on Wednesday, September 25, 2019 at The...
View ArticleThe Best Business Books for Starting a Business
What do Warren Buffet, Bill Gates and Mark Cuban have in common? Well, apart from their entrepreneurial prowess and devotion to philanthropy, the three are known for their love of reading business...
View ArticleHow to Set the Right Example for Young Workers
Between 2014 and 2018 around 18 young workers were injured daily on the job in B.C. But, a proactive approach from employers is trying to turn the tide. It starts by setting the right example for young...
View ArticleWhat’s Happening in October 2019 at Small Business BC?
It’s October, fall is in the air, and we’re gearing up for another massive month at Small Business BC! We’re kicking things off with some BIG news – Nominations are now open for the 2020 Small Business...
View ArticleNominations Open for the 2020 SBBC Awards and OFB Awards
It’s the most wonderful time of the year – nominations are now open for the 2020 Small Business BC Awards! For the last 17 years, the Small Business BC Awards have recognized the invaluable...
View ArticleIntroducing the New and Improved Small Business BC Website
It’s a big day here at the Small Business BC office as we finally unveil our new and improved website. This project is the culmination of years of planning and hard work that touched upon most of our...
View ArticleSBBC Launches Make it Happen: A Business Goal Setting Workshop
Unsure of how to achieve your business goals? Entrepreneurs, caught up in the day-to-day running of their business, can lack the time to set business goals. Our Business Goal Setting Workshop will help...
View ArticleSmall Business Week 2019 at SBBC
Small Business Week 2019 takes place on October 21-26. It presents a welcome opportunity to celebrate Canadian entrepreneurs and the impact they have on our economy and local communities. With...
View ArticleJanuary is Accessibility Month at SBBC
Small Business BC is excited to announce our inaugural Accessibility Month. Are you looking to start or grow your own business? Join us for Accessibility Month in January 2020 featuring over 20...
View ArticleWhat’s Happening in December 2019 at Small Business BC
It’s December and preparations for the big day are well underway at the North Pole. In this time of giving, why not give the gift of education to your small business? This month at the station we’re...
View Article2020 Business Trends to Watch
2020 is here, ushering in a decade brimming with potential for small business owners. Whether your focus is local, provincial or national, we live in a changing (and challenging) landscape for...
View ArticlePrograms Available Through Northern Development Initiative Trust
Northern Development Initiative Trust works with local governments, First Nations, not-for-profits and independent businesses to build a stronger north by investing in economic development in Central...
View ArticleCIRC – Allowing Small Business to Compete with Big Business
Running a small business is not easy! Entrepreneurs have to navigate through many hurdles, prioritize efforts and take risks. All of this at a breakneck pace and on a shoe string budget. Among the most...
View ArticleWhat’s Happening in March 2020 at Small Business BC?
The green shoots of spring are starting to appear across our province meaning winter is at an end. Why not use this transformational time to review where your small business could use a refresh?...
View ArticleAn Update on COVID-19’s Impact on BC’s Small Business Community
On March 13, alongside our partners at The BC Chamber of Commerce, BC Economic Development Association, and Community Futures BC, Small Business BC launched a survey to understand the specific impacts...
View ArticleFrequently Asked Questions Relating to COVID-19 and Small Business
Small Business BC is here to help British Columbia’s entrepreneurs navigate the unique challenges posed by COVID-19. Our team have been hard at work via phone and email responding to client questions...
View ArticleWhat’s Happening in April 2020 at Small Business BC
While our office doors remain closed for now, Small Business BC is here to help you this April with a range of supports, resources and webinars available online. COVID-19 is top of mind this month, as...
View ArticleCatch up with SBBC’s Free COVID-19 Webinars
As our community continues to cope with the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, Small Business BC is here to help. Small Business BC are hosting a series of specialized free webinars to tackle the...
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