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SUMMARY:Business Model Canvas with Scot
DESCRIPTION:Get hands-on with your business or business idea!\n\n\nWhether you are an entrepreneur looking to test out your idea\, or an established business looking for new opportunities\, the Business Model Canvas is a brainstorming tool that provides a new way to look at your business. \nUsed across all industries\, the Business Model Canvas is a tool that gives you space to test your ideas\, validate your assumptions\, and identify which resources you will need to make your business a reality.  In this workshop\, each participant will be given the time and space to work on their own business model canvas. \nMake sure to have relevant documents downloaded and to log on to zoom 5 minutes before the workshop start. Links to zoom and documents are provided in the confirmation and reminder emails. \n \n\n\n\nScot McNair~ \nHas 40-plus years of experience in the financial industry\, working with entrepreneurs in a wide range of business sectors.  He has vast experience in all facets of operating a business\, while specializing in the financial area. \nScot joined the Community Futures family in 2018 in the role of  Loans Coordinator\, and has assisted current and prospective business owners with planning of all aspects of their businesses.
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/business-model-canvas-with-scot-2/
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SUMMARY:Business Model Canvas with Connie
DESCRIPTION:Get hands-on with your business or business idea!\n\n\nWhether you are an entrepreneur looking to test out your idea\, or an established business looking for new opportunities\, the Business Model Canvas is a brainstorming tool that provides a new way to look at your business. \nUsed across all industries\, the Business Model Canvas is a tool that gives you space to test your ideas\, validate your assumptions\, and identify which resources you will need to make your business a reality.  In this workshop\, each participant will be given the time and space to work on their own business model canvas. \nMake sure to have relevant documents downloaded and to log on to zoom 5 minutes before the workshop start. Links to zoom and documents are provided in the confirmation and reminder emails. \n \n\n\n\nConnie Viszlai\,  \nConnie is a professionally trained\, ICF Accredited\, Certified Executive Coach with extensive experience working in the public and private sectors. She offers a broad perspective that draws on experience from management\, consulting\, field operations and executive leadership development.  Finding clarity\, focus and creative approaches to achieving results is the cornerstone of her work with clients.   
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/business-model-canvas-with-connie-2/
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SUMMARY:Labour Market - What is happening in North Okanagan?
DESCRIPTION:This is a   30-minute lunch & learn workshop series to support North Okanagan employers.\n\n\nLet’s talk about employment and our local labour market. \n \nYou are not alone. Community Futures and WorkBC are here to help! \nWhat is happening in the North Okanagan Labour Market?  \n\nNorth Okanagan Labour Market Statistics  \nFuture Outlook for the North Okanagan Labour Market \nWhat resources do Community Futures of the North Okanagan and WorkBC have to offer our local employers? \nThis is what one local business had to say about accessing Community Futures and WorkBC Services \nPrograms and services available to employers   \nThe labour market is starting to look better and Community Futures and WorkBC are here to help you and your business every step of the way!\n\n\n\n\nJoy Magnell-  \nJoy has an extensive background of working in many areas of employment services such as Manager of Employment Services\, Job Coach\, Customized Employment Advisor\, Settlement Coordinator\, etc.  \nAs an Employment Advisor and Facilitator at WorkBC in Vernon\, Joy is passionate about employment services and her connections to both the job seekers and employers in the North Okanagan. Joy helps employers to connect and network with job seekers through networking\, hosting Job Fairs and gathering & sharing local Labour Market Information . \nAs the facilitator of the WorkBC Job Action workshop\, Joy has also helped countless job seekers prepare for and secure meaningful employment opportunities over the years.
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/labour-market-what-is-happening-in-north-okanagan/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210616T093000
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SUMMARY:Business Model Canvas with Scot
DESCRIPTION:Get hand-on with your business or business idea!\n\n\nWhether you are an entrepreneur looking to test out your idea\, or an established business looking for new opportunities\, the Business Model Canvas is a brainstorming tool that provides a new way to look at your business. \nUsed across all industries\, the Business Model Canvas is a tool that gives you space to test your ideas\, validate your assumptions\, and identify what resources you will need to make your business a reality.  In this workshop\, each participant will be given the time and space to work on their own business model canvas. \nMake sure to have relevant documents downloaded and to log on to zoom 5 mins before the workshop start. Links to to zoom and documents are provided in the confirmation and reminder emails. \n \n\n\n\nScot McNair\, \nhas 40-plus years of experience in the financial industry\, working with entrepreneurs in a wide range of business sectors. He has vast experience in all facets of operating a business\, while specializing in the financial area. \nScot has assisted current and prospective business owners with planning of all aspects of their businesses and has joined Community Futures family in 2018 in the role of a Loans Coordinator.
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/business-model-canvas-with-scot/
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SUMMARY:WorkBC North Okanagan Virtual Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:WorkBC North Okanagan Virtual Job Fair\n\n\nRegister for our virtual job fair and hear about current openings from: \nHearthstone Manor \nHytec-Kohler \nJoin us for 90 mins and you could walk away with a new job!
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/workbc-north-okanagan-virtual-job-fair-2/
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SUMMARY:Business Model Canvas with Connie
DESCRIPTION:Get hand-on with your business or business idea!\n\n\nWhether you are an entrepreneur looking to test out your idea\, or an established business looking for new opportunities\, the Business Model Canvas is a brainstorming tool that provides a new way to look at your business. \nUsed across all industries\, the Business Model Canvas is a tool that gives you space to test your ideas\, validate your assumptions\, and identify what resources you will need to make your business a reality.  In this workshop\, each participant will be given the time and space to work on their own business model canvas. \nMake sure to have relevant documents downloaded and to log on to zoom 5 mins before the workshop start. Links to to zoom and documents are provided in the confirmation and reminder emails. \n \n\n\n\nConnie Viszlai\,  \nConnie is a professionally trained\, ICF Accredited\, Certified Executive Coach with extensive experience working in the public and private sectors. She offers a broad perspective that draws on experience from management\, consulting\, field operations and executive leadership development.  Finding clarity\, focus and creative approaches to achieving results is the cornerstone of her work with clients.   
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/business-model-canvas-with-connie/
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SUMMARY:WorkBC North Okanagan Virtual Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:WorkBC North Okanagan Virtual Job Fair\n\n\nRegister for our virtual job fair and hear about current openings from: \nCharity Village \nHelmut’s Sausage Kitchen \nSchool District #22 \nJoin us for 90 mins and you could walk away with a new job!
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/workbc-north-okanagan-virtual-job-fair/
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SUMMARY:Tax Help For Small Businesses - Sole Proprietorship
DESCRIPTION:Wouldn’t it be great to know that you are doing things right\, before you file your small business tax returns?\n\n\nHelp for small business owners. \nThrough the Liaison Officer service\, the Canada\n Revenue Agency (CRA) offers free in-person support\n and guidance to small businesses and self-employed\n individuals to help you meet your tax obligations. \n \nWant to save time and money?\n \nCRA liaison officers are available across Canada to\n help ensure that business owners like you understand\n your tax obligations and are aware of possible tax\n deductions. Liaison officers will also explain how to\n avoid common errors that could end up costing time\n and money. You can request an in-person visit\, or\n small business groups can request a seminar. \n \nHow does it work?\n \n\nDuring a visit or seminar\, a liaison officer will:\n\nAnswer tax-related questions\n (income tax\, GST/HST and payroll)\n\nDiscuss business tax deductions\n\nExplain common tax errors and financial\n benchmarks for your industry or a comparable one\n\nProvide an overview of helpful tools and services\n offered by the CRA\n\nExplain general bookkeeping concepts and best\n practices or\, during in-person visits\, offer advice\n and help with setting up an effective bookkeeping\n system for your business.
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/tax-help-for-small-businesses-sole-proprietorship/
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SUMMARY:Tax Help For Small Businesses - Incorporated
DESCRIPTION:Wouldn’t it be great to know that you are doing things right\, before you file your small business tax returns?\n\n\nHelp for small business owners. \nThrough the Liaison Officer service\, the Canada\n Revenue Agency (CRA) offers free in-person support\n and guidance to small businesses and self-employed\n individuals to help you meet your tax obligations. \n \nWant to save time and money?\n \nCRA liaison officers are available across Canada to\n help ensure that business owners like you understand\n your tax obligations and are aware of possible tax\n deductions. Liaison officers will also explain how to\n avoid common errors that could end up costing time\n and money. You can request an in-person visit\, or\n small business groups can request a seminar. \n \nHow does it work?\n \n\nDuring a visit or seminar\, a liaison officer will:\n\nAnswer tax-related questions\n (income tax\, GST/HST and payroll)\n\nDiscuss business tax deductions\n\nExplain common tax errors and financial\n benchmarks for your industry or a comparable one\n\nProvide an overview of helpful tools and services\n offered by the CRA\n\nExplain general bookkeeping concepts and best\n practices or\, during in-person visits\, offer advice\n and help with setting up an effective bookkeeping\n system for your business.
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/tax-help-for-small-businesses-incorporated/
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SUMMARY:Vernon Startup Coffees
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual coffee chat. Catch up and get to know other people in our region who are interested in innovation and startups!\n\n\nJoin Daryl & Jessica for a coffee and chat! Startup coffees are a casual and friendly way to stay connected with friends and meet other founders\, devs\, remote workers\, and people who are interested in innovation and entrepreneurship in Vernon\, BC and the surrounding regions.  \n **Due to COVID-19\, the location and format of Vernon Startup Coffees will be an online virtual event. \n \nWhat to expect: \n\nVernon Startup Coffees will be hosted from 10-11 am on Zoom\nYou will get the chance to connect with other guests in multiple breakout sessions for smaller group chats\n\nRegistration required (Zoom Meeting link will be emailed to all registered participants) \n \nWhat to bring: \n\nBYOC (Bring Your Own Coffee) or other beverage of choice\nCome prepared to speak and share your video on Zoom\n…that’s really all you need\n\nWho should join: \nYou’re a tech worker\, remote worker\, or an entrepreneur  \nor \nYou’re interested in technology\, startups\, or entrepreneurship \nor \nYou’re looking to expand your network and meet new people \n \nHave a question? Email jessica@accelerateokanagan.com. \nSee you there!
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/vernon-startup-coffees/
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