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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]