Demystify your business numbers and start making informed decisions by understanding your business financial statements. In this comprehensive series, presented by the Chartered Professional Accountan…

An introduction to the manual bookkeeping system. Take the first one or all 5! Learn how to accurately create and manage: General Journal Ledger Entries Accounts Receivable & Payable Financial Statem…

Starting a business is no easy task, which is why it pays to prepare. Our Business Planning Series is a comprehensive, nine-seminar package focused on teaching you how to turn a good business idea int…

Learn to use the mobile app ‘Instagram’ to reach potential customers and/or promote a virtual store. Instagram is a visual digital organizer that will help you to present images of your business in a …

You know what your small business has to offer, but how do you get that message across to potential customers? Marketing is the single most effective way to spread the word. Presented by Mary Charleso…

Starting a business? It pays to have a plan. Whether you have a winning business idea, or you’re just fascinated with the idea of launching a business, this seminar delivers a beginner-friendly course…

Whether you have a winning idea, or you’re just fascinated with the idea of launching a business, the Starting a Business: Start Smart Series delivers the basics you need to get started on the journey…

The business start-up phase is an exciting time full of opportunity and big decisions. Don’t let your potential business be derailed by taking unnecessary risks. Start Smart 2: Key Considerations of S…

Using a bookkeeping journal method, learn how to set-up your own books. Bookkeeping basics include the principles of double entry, how to keep your records organized, and more. Choose between paper jo…

Did you know: The Government of Canada spends up to $25 billion annually on goods, services, and construction. Many of these contracts are fulfilled by small businesses, meaning plenty of opportunitie…

As an entrepreneur, you may be asked to submit something or send more information to a potential client. When you hear the words “send me something” this means they’re interested in your business. Pr…

Thinking of creating a website for your business? WordPress websites make up almost 30% of the internet and it was recently named the world’s fastest growing Content Management System (CMS). Similar t…

Businesses that consider free trade agreements in their growth plans can export more cost-effectively and be more competitive in the international market. Canada’s 14 trade agreements may mean you can…

As an entrepreneur, it’s vital to conduct market research before making important decisions. Analyzing available data allows you to understand your target market, conduct a competitor analysis, view m…

In this two-part seminar package, Small Business BC’s Market Research expert, Mark Eversfield will teach you the important steps of gathering both secondary and primary market research. You will lear…

Hailed as the father of modern business management, Peter Drucker once stated “If you can’t measure it, you can’t improve it.” While Drucker’s words were seen as innovative in his day, those ideas hav…

Creating a promotion, contest or event is an excellent way to market your business, and with social media it becomes even more effective. When you create a marketing campaign that gets attention and i…

Looking to build your understanding of financial management? Join us for this fascinating webinar that will equip you with the tools and techniques you need to understand your business numbers. Prese…

Running a small business can sometimes seem like putting together a piece of furniture. You’ve got lots of little parts that slot together to make the whole but how can you build it without a set of i…

Blogging is an important part of online business, raising awareness of products and services, building email lists, and turning fans and followers into paying customers and clients. Creating great con…

Primary market research helps to take the guesswork out of important business decisions. Harnessing tools like surveys and focus groups, it can tell you how much your clients will spend, what motivate…

While it’s amazing for catching up with old friends, social media can also be a huge driver of traffic and attention to your small business. And, just because you know what social media is, does not m…

Characteristics of a good logo are simple, memorable, versatile and relevant. Now that you have a product or service and a business name, you are ready to communicate with your customers through your …

In recent years, workplace mental health has taken on greater importance for conscientious leaders. The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated this mindset, amplifying these ongoing struggles and heighteni…

Did you know – The Government of Canada purchases between $20-$25 billion of goods, services, and construction each year. Many of the suppliers of these goods are small businesses. Finding and Bidding…

Day 2 is May 17 (10-11:30am) Today’s clients have a thirst for knowledge but very little time to find it. They are experienced surfers and want to ride the wave of information, not paddle around in ci…

Whether you are starting or looking to grow your business, the business structure you choose can have a massive impact on your profits and tax situation. Join a representative from Loren Nancke Chart…

Using a bookkeeping journal method, learn how to set-up your own books. Bookkeeping basics include the principles of double entry, how to keep your records organized, and more. Choose between paper jo…

Struggling with the complexities of a business plan? Business mapping helps to deconstruct the formal elements of a business plan, simplifying a lot of the information into bite-sized pieces. It cover…

Search rankings are extremely important. Ninety-one per cent of clicks from a Google search go to the results on the first search page. If your customers are searching for you online, then you need to…