Small Business Vancouver

08/11/2026

Crafted with input from small business owners across the city, our advocacy priorities for the 2026 municipal election aim to address the various challenges they face in Vancouver.

We believe that Vancouver can be a leading city for small business with some key changes.

We look forward to speaking with candidates about these recommendations and how we can work together to create a city where small business thrives.

Do you have feedback on our priorities? We want to hear from small business owners. DM or email us at: [email protected]

07/16/2026

We’re advocating for small business in this upcoming 2026 municipal election! We’re bringing the top priorities we’ve heard from businesses across Vancouver directly to candidates to advance real solutions to the problems you face.

Do you have other ideas we haven’t listed? Let us know by August 3 so we can finalize our advocacy priorities! DM, email us, or stop by our 76 Kingsway office to tell us what city government changes are needed to make sure small businesses can thrive in Vancouver!

06/15/2026

Congrats to our SBV Survey prize draw winners! We hope you enjoy your movie tickets! 📽️🍿

Want a chance to win some of our great prizes? Our survey is still open for round 2 of our prize draw! Enter via the link in our bio!

Share your input to shape Small Business Vancouver’s future services!

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06/10/2026

Small business owners: imagine getting the help you need, when you need it! LOCO BC & launched the Business Clinic to provide FREE access to trusted advisors who can help you navigate some of your biggest challenges, without the search or the fees:

✔️ Leasing & commercial space
✔️ Permits, licenses & change of use
✔️ Architecture support for commercial permits
✔️ Legal guidance

Meet some of the experts on our roster (LinkedIn links on our website):
🔹 David Duprey — Leasing
🔹 Mike Wiebe — Permitting
🔹 Bill Uhrich — Architecture
🔹 Travis Cramb — Legal

Whether you’re opening a new location, expanding, or tackling red tape, the Business Clinic can help. Book now online or in person: locobc.ca/businessclinic (link in bio)

06/08/2026

Mount Pleasant is full of beautiful murals, businesses, and home to our office at 76 Kingsway! Whether you're new to the area or are a regular, next time you're nearby, please consider supporting your local small businesses! ❤
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05/06/2026

Vancouver small business owners can now book in-person consultations at Vancouver City Hall for licensing and permitting inquiries!

Have a building or zoning question? Book your appointment now at: https://vancouver.ca/home-property-development/contact-development-buildings-services-centre.aspx

Creating a direct touchpoint with City of Vancouver staff for small business owners has been one of Small Business Vancouver’s advocacy priorities. We are beyond elated to see positive changes happening in our city. Thank you City of Vancouver staff, and congrats! Together we’re creating a culture where small business thrives!

If you need help booking an appointment or believe in small businesses like we do, let’s chat. DM us or email us at [email protected] 😁

04/17/2026

Dear Small Business Owners,

We hear you. It’s challenging right now.

Prices are high, regulations are complex, and there’s a lot of uncertainties.

But we see you and the effort you put in to create a vibrant city. Your storefronts, expert craftsmanship, and passion for the community does not go unnoticed.

So we’re trying to help make things a little easier.

In partnership with LOCO BC we’ve launched our Small Business Clinic. We’re offering discounted rates to experienced advisors who can support you with permitting and licensing, commercial leases, legal advice, and other needs.

Interested? Learn more here: https://www.locobc.ca/cpages/businessclinic

- And if you have an issue but don’t quite know what expert advice you need, SBV is here to help! Contact us at [email protected].

04/13/2026

Calling Small Business Owners and Nonprofit leaders!
We need to hear from you!

Tell us: What challenges is your small enterprise facing? How can we help you?

Our survey will directly shape our services that aim to make it easier to start and sustain a small enterprise in Vancouver. We need your input to ensure we’re getting it right.

Know a small business owner? Part of a small business community? Please share our survey so we can best represent all small business owners.

👉 Fill out our survey:

Small enterprise (business and nonprofit) owners have many different needs and challenges. We want to better understand yours. This short survey asks about your challenges, opportunities, and the types of support that would help. Your responses will help​​ guide the development of effective, pra...

04/08/2026

Are you struggling as a small enterprise owner? We want to hear your perspective.

What support do you need to thrive? What are the areas you can’t find resources for? We're asking because Small Business Vancouver (SBV) is here to help.

Our survey will directly shape our services that aim to make it easier to start and sustain a small enterprise in Vancouver. We need your input to ensure we’re getting it right.

Know a small business owner? Part of a small business community? Please share our survey so we can best represent all small business owners.

👉 Fill out our survey:

Small enterprise (business and nonprofit) owners have many different needs and challenges. We want to better understand yours. This short survey asks about your challenges, opportunities, and the types of support that would help. Your responses will help​​ guide the development of effective, pra...

04/07/2026

Does your small business need advice on challenging issues? The Business Clinic from LOCO + Small Business Vancouver can help.

The Business Clinic connects Vancouver small businesses to experienced local experts. It's an easy and affordable way for local businesses to get professional advice for everyday business problems, before and after you’ve opened your doors.

The Business Clinic provides:
* An affordable alternative to costly consultant fees (pro bono or $50/session)
* Timely professional advice without a long search/vetting process
* A quick diagnosis to understand the problem

We've built a roster of experts to provide affordable, timely advice on issues that commonly challenge small businesses including: 𝗟𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹, 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗔𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 + 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲𝘀.

Visit tinyurl.com/thebusinessclinic to book. Link in bio.