Learn about the financing options available through WeBC! WeBC has a Business Loan Program, and we are the BC Loan Fund Partner of the WEOC National Loan Program for women and non-binary entrepreneurs. If you would like to access these programs to start, expand or purchase a business you will need to participate in one of our free phone-in info […]
Whether you have a list of ideas to grow your business, or an unexpected opportunity has come your way, the same strategies you use to launch your business may not be as effective once you enter the growth stage. It’s not an option to simply work more! How do you create space to work on […]
F*ckUp Nights | 19+ 5:30 - 6:30pm | South Atrium | $45 F*ckUp Nights YLW is a speaker series and networking event where the stresses of an entrepreneurial life are shared, failures are celebrated and lessons learned are taught and revered. We often like to talk about our successes, but what about the failures that […]
Don't miss the best day to explore the beautiful Kelowna campus community! • Attend information sessions covering topics like financial aid, advising, returning to education, and more • Visit our portfolio block parties and meet with staff and current students • Check out classrooms and labs • Learn about supports on campus at the Services Fair • Take a campus tour […]
MAY 25TH, 2023 10:30-12:00PM TECHNOLOGY INVESTMENTS IN DIGITIZATION, AUTOMATION, ROBOTICS, AND AI ARE DRIVING A SEA CHANGE FOR INDUSTRY. Technology investments in digitization, automation, robotics, and AI are driving a sea change for industry. They are reshaping production facilities. Eliminating hazardous jobs. Changing hiring and training requirements. And these changes are creating increasing demand for […]
Connect with new friends and other young professionals in a casual, friendly environment. Connect with new friends and other young professionals in a casual, friendly environment at an in-person Coffee Social held at Pulp Fiction Coffee House. There is no cost to attend but beverages and snacks will be available for purchase through Pulp Fiction Coffee House. […]
This is the second 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 This webinar will focus on what goes into […]
Host: TOTA & go2HR With summer recruitment and onboarding well underway, labour demands and shortages continue to impact tourism and hospitality employers across B.C. and the Thompson Okanagan region. Offering recruitment and onboarding processes that are psychologically safe - where candidates can share their story and true self without fear of reprisal or negative consequences […]
Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society (KFS) will be hosting a hiring event and open house with community partners and employers in collaboration with WorkBC Employment Services. Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society Open House & Hiring Event Date: Thursday, June 1st Time: 2 pm to 4 pm Location: Ki-Low-Na Friendship Centre 442 Leon Avenue, Kelowna, BC Info: This event is […]
The 2023 Thompson Okanagan Business Excellence Award will be held on June 1, 2023 at the Manteo at Eldorado Resort in Kelowna. Join 225+ business owners and leaders from across the Thompson Okanagan, as we celebrate the best of the best in business across 17 different categories. Additional details are available on the event’s website. Cocktails at […]
The Career Paths for Skilled Immigrant program @ KCR is pleased to host a Hiring Fair at our Bertram Conference Room located at 1609 Bertram Street in Kelowna. You will be able to meet with employers face-to-face. This is a prime opportunity to have a conservation with those looking to hire employees for a selected […]