Starting a small business is equal parts exciting and overwhelming. While some business areas you can’t wait to get started on, like branding or product development, other aspects of business […]
“Operations” for Small Business
What Are Social Distancing Stickers and Why They’ll Reassure Your Customers
The world as we know it has changed over the last couple of months. The far-reaching effects of Covid-19 have impacted all areas of daily life and, as we prepare […]
Frequently Asked Questions Relating to COVID-19 and Small Business
Small Business BC is here to help British Columbia’s entrepreneurs navigate the unique challenges posed by COVID-19. Our team have been hard at work via phone and email responding to […]
Programs Available Through Northern Development Initiative Trust
Northern Development Initiative Trust works with local governments, First Nations, not-for-profits and independent businesses to build a stronger north by investing in economic development in Central and Northern B.C. The […]
2020 Business Trends to Watch
2020 is here, ushering in a decade brimming with potential for small business owners. Whether your focus is local, provincial or national, we live in a changing (and challenging) landscape […]
The Best Business Books for Starting a Business
What do Warren Buffet, Bill Gates and Mark Cuban have in common? Apart from their entrepreneurial prowess and devotion to philanthropy, the three are known for their love of reading […]
Prepared BC: Emergency Plan for Small Businesses
This resource is designed to help small business owners plan and prepare for emergencies that could interrupt operations. Use this template as a starting point and add to it as needed. One simple step today can make a difference in how effectively your business responds to and recovers from a disaster.
Canada Business App Provides Easy Access to Government Services
As part of their continuing efforts to help small business owners, the Government of Canada has announced the launch of the Canada Business App. Available for Apple and Android devices, […]
Government Announces Canadian Experiences Fund
During the unveiling of Budget 2019, The Government of Canada announced the Canadian Experiences Fund (CEF), a national program geared toward supporting communities across our country as they create, improve […]
Canada Post Releases Canadian E-Commerce Benchmark Report
We already knew Canadians were shopping online more than ever before. A new report from Canada Post has highlighted just how comfortable we’ve become hitting that ‘buy now’ button. Just […]