Events

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

Through this workshop, small businesses will learn to elevate their customer service by looking beyond individual interactions and focusing on the full client journey-from first impression to long-term loyalty. Participants will explore why exceptional customer service is a key driver of reputation, referrals, and repeat business, especially in close-knit communities. This session introduces: practical strategies… Continue Reading Exceptional Service: Elevating Your Customer Experience

Have a business idea but aren't sure what to do next? We can help you move from business idea to action plan with confidence. Join our Start Smart: Tips on How to Start Your Business workshop to take the guesswork out of getting started. This workshop will provide a high-level overview of the key steps… Continue Reading Start Smart: Tips on Starting a Business

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

What does exporting really look like for BC businesses? In the upcoming workshop "Growing Beyond the Okanagan," Amber Hunter of Export Navigator will break down the essential stages of exporting and share real-world success stories of local businesses reaching global markets. What is covered in this workshop: The 4 stages of exporting - explained in plain language Common myths… Continue Reading Growing Beyond the Okanagan

Attention: Kingfisher Area Residents & Business Owners! Let’s shape the future of the Kingfisher School Property together. Join us to share your vision. Since the community stepped up in 2007 to establish the borrowing service area and acquire this beloved property, it has been a true community-funded asset. Now, as we approach the official transition of… Continue Reading Community Engagement Session: Kingfisher School & Property