Are you ready to transform your organization's vision into reality? Join M-J Cousins for a practical, three-module workshop designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to secure funding for your projects. This workshop, Granted! The Art & Science of Successful Grant Writing, goes beyond the basics, offering a hands-on approach to… Continue Reading Granted! The Art & Science of Successful Grant Writing
We're celebrating Women's Entrepreneurship Day! In partnership with WeBC, Community Futures North Okanagan is bringing "Women's Entrepreneurship Day: Leading with Purpose & Perseverance" to life. Our panel of four local female entrepreneurs will discuss their experiences and challenges as small business owners and operators. Women's Entrepreneurship Day panel: Alison Ludditt of Room Collection Stephanie Tambellini of Tambellini… Continue Reading Women’s Entrepreneurship Day: Leading with Purpose & Perseverance
Join us for a free bookkeeping workshop designed to help you get a handle on your business finances. Led by Julie Kentel of Achieve Bookkeeping, this session will cover the fundamental concepts of bookkeeping, sharing practical tips and best practices to help you organize your records and run a more efficient business. This interactive workshop… Continue Reading Intro to Bookkeeping
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
Feeling overwhelmed by all the AI hype? You're not alone. Join us for a free workshop that's not about the hype—it's about a simple, practical plan for your business or non-profit. Led by Amber Wetherill of Your Friendly Dev, this session is a friendly guide to building a strategy that works for everyone, from the… Continue Reading AI Your Way: A Practical Plan for Your Business
Business Model Canvas with Community Futures North Okanagan. 💡 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… Continue Reading Business Model Canvas
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
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 workshop… Continue Reading Rail Trail Readiness Workshop: Enderby
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 workshop… Continue Reading Rail Trail Readiness Workshop: Armstrong
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 workshop… Continue Reading Rail Trail Readiness Workshop: Sicamous
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 happens to your business if something happens to you? It’s a question many business owners avoid, but the answer is the foundation of your legacy. Whether you are looking toward a future sale, planning for a well-deserved leave of absence, or ensuring your business survives if you are unexpectedly unable to run it, succession… Continue Reading Succession Planning: What Does It Mean to You?
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.
