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The mission of the Southern Interior Development Initiative Trust is to support regionally strategic investments in economic development projects that will have long-lasting and measurable regional benefits for the Southern Interior. The Southern Interior Development Initiative Trust can be emailed using their Contact page.
The objective of the Sparwood Chamber of Commerce is to sustain existing business, enhance business opportunities and improve the economic, social, ecological and cultural well being of the communi
The Sparwood Public Library can be emailed using their Contact form.
The Squamish Public Library can be emailed using their Contact Form.
Startup Canada is a grassroots network of entrepreneurs working together to build an environment for entrepreneurship in Canada. Through online platforms, grassroots Startup Communities and cross-sector initiatives, Startup Canada is advancing entrepreneurial momentum and a culture of entrepreneurship, as the voice of Canadian entrepreneurs. Startup Canada’s activities include:
Stó:lō Community Futures’ mission is to provide services to Indigenous entrepreneurs and along with the 24 Stó:lō First Nation communities within S’ólh Téméxw, the Stó:lō Traditional Territory, through a wide range of business and economic development programs and services. Stó:lō Community Futures offers entrepreneurial training, helps with obtaining financing and assisting with business plans. One of their main mandates is to focus on assisting and facilitating Stó:lō Communities with their community based economic development.
The Strathcona Business Improvement Assocation aims to support the industrial lands, foster sustainability, revitalize East Hastings Street and continue to provide opportunities for new entrepreneurs. Their vision is for Strathcona members to thrive in a mixed-use, inclusive, resilient and prosperous local economy. They aim to promote a strong local economy through advocacy, cultivating relationships, supporting business participation in the community, delivering innovative programs and fostering community leaders.
The Sumas Regional Consortium for High Tech (SRCTec) is a not-for-profit organization governed by a select group of technology executives that form a volunteer board of directors. SRCTec is a coalition of local government, industry partners and high education institutions interested in attracting tech based investment into the “Region” (including the District of Mission, Cities of Abbotsford, Chilliwack and Maple Ridge, and the Township of Langley).
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Techstars Startup Weekend is the place to look for a team, create a prototype of your idea, validate your business idea, and receive feedback from experienced entrepreneurs, all in one weekend. You'll pitch your own idea or listen to others, then vote on the most interesting ideas and form teams with diverse skill sets.
Economic development for Terrace is a suite of strategies, projects and programs that will support the quality of life and resiliency of the community. Economic development is focused on the foundational elements of business retention and expansion, investment attraction, sector development and related areas of workforce and community development. The City’s goal is to set the tone, to be inclusive, take leadership and to be an advocate for well-informed strategies in these key areas. The top five priority objectives for economic development are:
The Art Of provides business professionals with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in today’s marketplace. Their national conferences, print magazine, digital content, and seminars combine insights from prominent business leaders, internationally renowned speakers, and bestselling authors.
The Business Law Clinic was established in January 2016 as a pilot program within the Centre for Business Law. Pilot funding for the program was provided by the Franklin Lew Innovation Fund. In September, 2016 a generous funding commitment from alumnus Robert P. Pirooz, Q.C. enabled the law school to continue to operate the Business Law Clinic through the 2016-17 academic year. Pirooz chose to name the Clinic in honour of former law school Dean, Professor Mary Anne Bobinski for the duration of his commitment.
The Connected Woman® Association (TCWA) is a professional resource network for women entrepreneurs and business professionals who desire to be a part of an organization that is all about the reciprocal process of exchanging knowledge, experience and expertise. TCWA focuses on creating an environment where women can be women first. It is about community and relationships developed based on honesty, integrity and trust.
Focused on practical how-to advice. Provides a series of videos entitled DIY or GO PRO and an ongoing self-reflection of business planning and small business operations. The Small Biz Doer can be contacted by email using their Contact page.
It is the mission of the Thompson Rivers University (TRU) Library to participate actively in the education of students by providing excellent resources and services to support learning and teaching within the TRU community. The Thompson Rivers University Library is recognized for leadership in the development and application of information resources and technology, providing access and services to support learning. Kamloops Campus (805 TRU Way, Kamloops, BC V2C 0C8) Main Library: 250-828-5306 House of Learning Library: 250-828-5312
The Thompson-Nicola Regional Library can be emailed using their Ask a Librarian page.