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Please note that this website will be changing as a result of the dissolution of Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada. The website for AADNC is currently still active. More information can be found at the new Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada Website and Indigenous Services Canada Website.
The Aboriginal Business and Community Development Centre is a results-oriented team of professionals, working together in unity to provide a full spectrum of cultural, client sensitive, business, and economic development services to assist Aboriginal individuals, organizations and communities, and to help them achieve their full potential.
Accelerate Okanagan aims to increase the number of technology companies that start and grow in the Okanagan. They support a vibrant entrepreneurial and innovative technology community ranging from students and aspiring entrepreneurs to well-established technology companies. Accelerate Okanagan provides programs that support entrepreneurs and technology companies looking to start, accelerate and grow. These programs combine elements such as needs assessments, hands on coaching, mentorship, and access to world class expertise.
Access Pro Bono Society of BC (APB) is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to providing free legal services to people and non-profit organizations of limited means across British Columbia.
ABM is an online community and business matchmaking service for growth-oriented SMEs that emphasize social impact. ABM’s proprietary technology, methodology, and services eliminate the high cost and guesswork of conventional relationship development for decision-makers who insist on strong value alignment.
All Nations Trust Company (ANTCO) is an Indigenous-owned financial institution incorporated in 1984 and based in Kamloops, British Columbia. Owned by several First Nations bands, tribal councils, and Indigenous organizations, ANTCO was established to provide a wide range of financial services tailored to the needs of Indigenous communities and entrepreneurs.
alumni UBC offers a variety of programming and communications that enrich the lives of UBC graduates by empowering personal growth, supporting professional development, nourishing pride, and enabling contribution. Since its founding in 1917, its goal has been to link alumni with the University and with each other, and to support the mission and activities of the University.
Funded by Columbia Basin Trust, the Basin Business Advisors (BBA) Program provides no-cost, confidential, and personalized support to eligible business owners throughout the Columbia Basin region of British Columbia.
The BC Rural Centre carries the mission of supporting rural sustainability. It is a non-profit organization that provides research, resources, and a collective voice for rural British Columbians. It focuses on issues like community-led economic development, rural healthcare, and climate resilience.
The BC Technology Industry Association is an industry-funded organization supporting the growth of British Columbia’s strong knowledge economy. Its membership of 2700+ member companies, employs over 60,000 workers and represents companies of all sizes and sectors. They can be contacted via their Contact Us form.
The Centre4Growth is an initiative of the BC Technology Industry Association (BCTIA) and helps entrepreneurs validate their opportunity, tell their story, make connections and grow their companies. The CEO-in-Residence program matches entrepreneurs to seasoned tech executives who have earned the scars of success and can help with any business issue.
The Burnaby Board of Trade is a member-based business association. They provide events, workshops, and some discounted rates on business expenses for members. Their goals is to provide their members leadership, advocacy, and education, with a focus on innovation, sustainability, and social responsibility.
The Burnaby Public Library can be reached via email through their Ask a librarian page. Bob Prittie Metrotown Branch (Main Branch): 604-436-5427 Cameron Branch: 604-421-5454 McGill Branch: 604-299-8955 Tommy Douglas Library: 604-522-3971
Business in Vancouver Magazines are quality business-to-business publications focused on a specific industry or association. Each of the products is delivered to target audiences in niche markets annually.
Lansdowne Campus: 3100 Foul Bay Rd, Victoria BC V8P 5J2 (250) 370-3619 Camosun College Interurban: 4461 Interurban Rd, Victoria BC V9E 2C1 (250) 370-3828
Canada Asia Business Network offers its clients complete & exclusive consulting services by connecting Canadian and Mainland China-based businesses. Canada Asia Business Network not only understands clients' needs, customizes its services, but also follows up with potential counterparts for clients. An email can be sent to the Canada Asia Business Network via their Contact Us page.