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Abundant online resources are available to assist those looking to launch a new business, expand an existing business or make new connections in the corporate world.

 Bid Opportunities
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  • West Kelowna Bid Opportunities (Supplier Opportunities)
 Community Support

A strong network of local organizations exist to help businesses succeed in the Central Okanagan. Some organizations have been created by local governments and others by local entrepreneurs:

  • Accelerate Okanagan
  • Central Okanagan Economic Development Commission
  • Community Futures of the Central Okanagan
  • Greater Westside Board of Trade (GWBOT)
 Regional/Provincial Support
 A wide variety of online guides and resources exist at a provincial level. The following links include information on entrepreneurial opportunities and business management and growth:
  • BC Business Management
  • BC Corporate Registry
  • BC Restaurant Management
  • BC Small Business Accord
  • BC Small Business Roundtable
  • Front Counter BC
  • Small Business BC
  • Women's Enterprise Centre
 Exports and New Market Development

Tap into the potential of overseas trade:

  • Trade and Invest British Columbia
  • The Canadian Trade Commissioner Service
 Government Resources
Find out how to secure your business licence and learn what regulations apply to your business:
  • Biz Pal
  • Business Development Bank of Canada
  • West Kelowna Business Licences
 Incentives and Funding
Grants or low interest loans may be available to assist in starting or growing your business:
  • Business Development Bank of Canada
  • Futurpreneur Canada
  • Economic Trust of the Southern Interior
  • Western Economic Diversification Canada
  • Work BC
 Document Resources
  • 2015 Economic Development & Tourism Strategy
  • 2020 Okanagan Labour Market Outlook
  • Industrial Land Study
  • OVEDS Regional Economic Profile
  • OVEDS West Kelowna Community Profile
  • West Kelowna Community Profile
  • Business Services Guide from the Central Okanagan Economic Development Commission

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