Small Business Vancouver

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...

04/03/2026

Wondering what to expect during the FIFA World Cup 26™ as a Vancouver business owner?

All local businesses are invited to join the Vancouver Host Committee for an online information session about the FIFA World Cup 26™, via Zoom on Tuesday, April 14th at 3:00 – 4:00 pm.

This session will include information on activating, public viewing and selling official merchandise. You'll also have an opportunity to submit questions and learn more about what to expect during the event.

Please register in advance using this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_wfXiLZdkS-G5ZGs9ivVDPg

An additional session is planned for businesses in May to share transportation information and other topics.

03/31/2026

What does a small enterprise owner need to thrive in Vancouver now? We're asking because SBV is here to help.

Small Business Vancouver (SBV) is a new nonprofit created to support small business owners and nonprofit leaders. We're at the beginning of shaping our programs and services, and we believe the best place to start is by listening to the community.

So we're asking: What are your biggest challenges? Where do you see opportunity? What kind of support would actually make a difference?

🗓️ Our survey is live now and takes just a few minutes.
🎁 Complete it for a chance to win 1 of 10 prizes.

Your input will shape how we support entrepreneurs to build a resilient city rooted in culture and community where local enterprises can thrive.

👉 Fill out the 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...

03/27/2026

We're officially open! ✂️🎉

What a way to kick things off: surrounded by incredible people who believe in the big impact of small enterprises. Thank you to everyone who came out and celebrated with us! We’re so excited to be here. Welcome to Small Business Vancouver.

👉 Learn more at: https://smallbusinessvan.ca

03/25/2026

Want to know more about Small Business Vancouver? 💬

Hear from our Executive Director Julie Strilesky and our board member Jude Kusnierz about what we're building and why it matters for small enterprise owners across Metro Vancouver.

Watch New non-profit supports Vancouver’s small business community Video Online, on GlobalNews.ca

03/24/2026

It's official! We're thrilled to announce the launch of Small Business Vancouver!🚀

We’re a new nonprofit focused on making it easier to start, run, and grow a small enterprise in Vancouver.

We’re starting by listening.

We have a short survey to better understand the challenges and opportunities enterprises are facing, and to help shape where we focus our efforts.

👉 Take the survey: https://forms.gle/mzyS9zADQ9xf8tMU9
👉 Learn more at our website: https://smallbusinessvan.ca

03/23/2026

One more day until our official launch! We're so excited to share our first initiatives with you! First time hearing about us? Follow our page to learn more about what we're doing for the small business ecosystem tomorrow!