The Shuswap North Okanagan Rail Trail is set to bring increased visitor traffic and significant tourism opportunities to our region! Don't just watch the growth happen—position your business to thrive in this vibrant new ecosystem. Community Futures invites local businesses (retail, accommodation, food service, tourism experiences, and more!) to join our Rail Trail Readiness virtual… Continue Reading Rail Trail Readiness Workshop: Virtual
The Shuswap North Okanagan Rail Trail is set to bring increased visitor traffic and significant tourism opportunities to our region! Don't just watch the growth happen—position your business to thrive in this vibrant new ecosystem. Community Futures invites local businesses (retail, accommodation, food service, tourism experiences, and more!) to join our Rail Trail Readiness virtual… Continue Reading Rail Trail Readiness Workshop: Virtual
Join us for a 1:1 Networking Event for local businesswomen and local women in leadership recognizing International Women's Day. In celebration of International Women’s Day, we've partnered with Community Futures British Columbia and WeBC to host a networking event for local businesswomen and local women in leadership. We are excited to kick off the evening with Dolly Reno, Owner/Founder… Continue Reading A Seat At The Table: Conversations for Women in Business
The Onboarding Advantage: Strategies for Staff Recruitment & Retention Join WorkBC Vernon's Employer Support advisor Hal Mueller for an insightful workshop designed to transform your approach to employee onboarding Learn how a strategic, well-executed onboarding process can be the key to boosting employee engagement, productivity, and, most importantly, long-term retention. In this 60-minute presentation, Hal… Continue Reading Strategies for Staff Recruitment & Retention
Get hands-on with your business or business idea! Do you have a business idea, but don’t where to start? Want to improve your existing business model? Join our Business Services team for an engaging, hands on, and in-person workshop called the Business Model Canvas! During this three-hour long workshop, you will create a one-page working… Continue Reading Business Model Canvas
Community Futures North Okanagan invites you to join a Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) Liaison Officer for a free, confidential workshop designed specifically for small business owners and self-employed individuals. This session provides professional guidance to help you navigate your tax obligations with confidence and avoid common errors that can cost time and money. Questions? Reach… Continue Reading CRA Information for Sole Proprietors
Get hands-on with your business or business idea! Do you have a business idea, but don’t where to start? Want to improve your existing business model? Join our Business Services team for an engaging, hands on, and in-person workshop called the Business Model Canvas! During this three-hour long workshop, you will create a one-page working… Continue Reading Business Model Canvas
Community Futures North Okanagan is excited to be bringing Danielle Guetter's Digital Marketing Audit workshop to our business community! Using the analogy of a professional home inspection, participants will walk through three critical areas every business needs to get right: Google Business Profile Website Social Media Danielle will conduct a mini audit of each area, highlighting what’s working… Continue Reading Digital Marketing Audit
Join Community Futures North Okanagan for Finale Event of our Dragon's Den-style pitch competition for entrepreneurs! The 2026 Enterprize Challenge Finale Event presented by Agile! About Over the past three months, our Enterprize Challengers have engaged in a ‘business boot camp’ through a series of workshops and one-to-one mentoring to support them in a Dragon’s Den-style… Continue Reading Enterprize Challenge Finale Event
Get hands-on with your business or business idea! Do you have a business idea, but don’t where to start? Want to improve your existing business model? Join our Business Services team for an engaging, hands on, and in-person workshop called the Business Model Canvas! During this three-hour long workshop, you will create a one-page working… Continue Reading Business Model Canvas
Please note - this workshop is currently sold-out (full). A good brand can help carry your business - but what is good branding? Many entrepreneurs mistake a logo for a "brand," but a true brand is the emotional and strategic connection you build with your customers. Join us for an insightful session with Brand Identity… Continue Reading What is Branding? How to Implement Brand Strategy
Struggling to clearly communicate your value and attract the right customers? This practical, hands-on workshop cuts through the noise to help you craft a message that truly connects with your customers. Learn how to define your unique value and shift from features to meaningful benefits that resonate with your audience. You’ll also gain clarity on… Continue Reading Meaningful Marketing: Crafting your Message & Measuring What Matters
About Community Futures
From our office in downtown Vernon, Community Futures North Okanagan offers employment, business and economic development services to help residents build their future and the community. We service Armstrong, Coldstream, Enderby, Grindrod, Lavington, Lumby, Mara, Okanagan Indian Band, Spallumcheen, Splatsin and Vernon.
