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Be Prepared to Sell Your Business Seminar |
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Monday, 07 November 2011 10:51 |
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In Canada, more than half of all small businesses are never sold. Rather, the owner/proprietor simply closes his/her doors and walks away for any number of reasons. Even if you do not plan to sell your business for a number of years, now is the time to start to prepare. You never know when life is going to throw you a “curve ball” or an opportunity arises so being prepared in advance can help mitigate the stress and maximize the results.
This workshop will provide practical ideas and suggestions on how to prepare yourself and your business to sell in order to maximize your eventual proceeds. Facilitated by Lloyd Vinish, a successful business executive with 30 years experience in various industries, including mining, fertilizers, and health care. Lloyd recently moved to the Okanagan Valley and brings lots of experience in buying and selling small businesses. He has successfully delivered this workshop a number of times and is known for his practical and useful advice.
Una Gabie, a Lawyer with Pushor Mitchell LLP and Derek Sanders, a Chartered Business Valuator of Spence Valuation Group Inc. and TailWind Corporate Finance Group Inc. will be on hand during the session to provide further information and knowledge on the topic. Be Prepared to Sell Your Business session is brought to you by Community Futures of Central Okanagan.
Admission is $75+HST. Seating is limited. Registration and prepayment is required. Please phone 250-868-2132.
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Federal Funding for Okanagan Valley High Tech Market Expansion |
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Thursday, 13 October 2011 04:30 |
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October 13, 2011
Federal Funding for Okanagan Valley High Tech Market Expansion
Kelowna, B.C. - Community Futures Development Corporation of Central Okanagan has received $60,000 from Western Economic Diversification, through the Rural Economic Development Initiative (REDI-BC), for the Okanagan Valley High Tech Market Expansion Project. This project is a continuation of the successful working partnership between the Central Okanagan Economic Development Commission, Community Futures of Central Okanagan and the Okanagan Valley High Tech community.
“The High Tech Market Expansion builds a foundation for exciting new economic opportunities in rural BC,” said Kelowna-Lake Country MP Ron Cannan, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification. “This initiative will accelerate the diversification of the Okanagan Valley economy and will enhance competitiveness of our local high technology sector. It will also create jobs and grow the economy.”
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Read more... [Federal Funding for Okanagan Valley High Tech Market Expansion]
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Funding for Youth Entrepreneurs Project in Kelowna |
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Tuesday, 27 September 2011 11:00 |
11:01 AM 09/27/2011
Under the program, Community Futures has been awarded $212,500 to help 25 local youth develop their business ideas and entrepreneurial skills. The project is part of a new $1.65-million pilot program introduced by the B.C. government and funded through the Canada-British Columbia Labour Market Agreement.
The Youth Skills BC - Entrepreneurship Pilot Program is designed to assist unemployed youth (ages 15 to 29) who are non-Employment Insurance clients. It will support young people by enhancing their entrepreneurial, employability and occupational skills through the development of a formal business plan, mentorship and training.
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Read more... [Funding for Youth Entrepreneurs Project in Kelowna]
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UBC launches small business resource for BC communities |
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Monday, 22 November 2010 23:00 |
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UBC launches small business resource for B.C. communities
Small businesses across British Columbia now have a free, comprehensive resource to boost their business-planning efforts and foster an online community of information and support, thanks to the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre at the University of British Columbia.
The Small Business Accelerator, which launches today at www.sba-bc.ca, is a new gateway to business information for small firms and entrepreneurs throughout the province. It's also a valuable tool for public and college libraries, community development organizations and other agencies to support their clients.
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Read more... [UBC launches small business resource for BC communities]
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