Community Futures Stuart Nechako

06/01/2026

Looking for funding to support your business growth? Join our 3-part series and learn how to find funding opportunities and write grant proposals with confidence.

By the end of this series, you'll have practical tools to:
✔️ Find grants that align with your business goals
✔️ Understand the key components of a successful grant application
✔️ Develop a grant proposal

Register today: https://mycommunityfuturesbc.ca/webinars/1189/granted_the_art_n_science_of_grant_writing_3_part_series/

📌 Participation in this session is free within select CF-service regions. Check eligibility at mycommunityfuturesbc.ca

05/28/2026

Ecommerce Evolution: Developing Online Sales Platforms
Friday May 29, 2026
10:00 am - 12:00 pm PST

Get this Workshop FREE when you have/create a MyCF account!
https://mycommunityfuturesbc.ca

Transform your business with a robust ecommerce strategy. This workshop will guide you through the essentials of building an online store, from selecting and setting up the right sales platform to managing inventory and integrating secure payment systems. Learn how to create a seamless, engaging shopping experience that drives conversions and keeps customers coming back. Discover proven strategies to optimize your ecommerce operations for growth and long-term success.

Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

-Build and manage online stores by setting up a robust ecommerce platform, managing inventory, and integrating secure payment systems.
-Enhance customer experience by creating a seamless and engaging shopping journey that drives conversions and fosters loyalty.
-Optimize ecommerce operations using proven techniques to scale their online store and support long-term success in the digital marketplace.

05/22/2026

WorkSafeBC: Due Diligence for Employers, Managers, and Supervisors
Tuesday, May 26, 2026
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm PST

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https://mycommunityfuturesbc.ca

This seminar addresses elements of due diligence as required by the Workers Compensation Act. Managers and Supervisors will gain a better understanding of the legislative and regulatory requirements necessary to demonstrate due diligence in their workplace.

Topics covered: components of due diligence; overview of legal requirements; safety responsibilities in the workplace; responding to due diligence requests; and consequences of failing to prove due diligence, including administrative penalties and prosecutions.

Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

-Explain the concept of due diligence and how it applies to workplace health and safety in British Columbia.
-Describe the responsibilities of employers, managers, and supervisors in maintaining a safe and compliant workplace.
-Recognize what is required to demonstrate due diligence and reduce the risk of workplace incidents and regulatory penalties.

05/22/2026

Negotiation of Contracts
Wednesday May 27, 2026
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

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https://mycommunityfuturesbc.ca

Be Contract Savvy Part 2 - Negotiations of Contracts
This workshop gives small-business owners a clear, practical framework for negotiating service, supply, and other commercial contracts in British Columbia. Through proven strategies, live simulations, and BC-specific legal insights, participants will learn how to secure favorable terms, preserve business relationships, and reduce contractual risk.

Organizations can easily lose around ten percent of the expected value in a contract when negotiation planning and contract-management follow-through are weak. Preparation drives outcomes: a substantial share of negotiation success comes from disciplined pre-work, while only a small portion is won at the bargaining table itself. Some research suggests that 80 percent of negotiators’ efforts should focus on preparation and 20 percent on ex*****on.

Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

-Apply negotiation techniques that help capture financial value in contracts.
-Use a repeatable four-step framework to improve negotiation efficiency and outcomes.
-Identify common negotiation pitfalls and apply defensive tactics to reduce risk and avoid disputes.
-Apply interest-based, win-win strategies to preserve and strengthen business relationships.

05/20/2026

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https://mycommunityfuturesbc.ca

Competition Law 101 for Entrepreneurs
Thu May 21, 2026
10:00 am - 11:00 am

This webinar will teach entrepreneurs what they need to know about competition law compliance. Many small business owners don't know about competition law. For those who do, it can be hard to know how it applies to their business. This webinar will teach businesses:

Why competition law matters to small businesses and entrepreneurs
How the Competition Bureau helps protect and promote competition
How to protect your business with compliance measures
Please note that this webinar will not be recorded.

Learning Outcomes:
After this webinar, participants will:

Understand the basics of the Competition Act and how it applies to everyday business practices.
Recognize common compliance risks (e.g., bid-rigging, deceptive marketing, abuse of dominance).
Learn how to build a culture of compliance using free tools from the Bureau’s Compliance Hub.

05/19/2026

05/19/2026

Get this online Workshop for FREE when you have/create a MyCF account!!!
https://mycommunityfuturesbc.ca

Key Elements of Service Contracts
Wed May 20, 2026
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Be Contract Savvy Part 1 - Key Elements of Service Contracts

This is a workshop designed to empower small business owners with the skills and knowledge needed to effectively manage service contracts. It focuses on the key elements of service contracts, highlighting essential clauses and common pitfalls to avoid, ensuring your contracts are both protective and beneficial for your business.

For many business owners, the service contract is the single most important contract they will have. As such, content is specifically tailored to the legal framework and business practices of British Columbia. This ensures that the information is not only interesting but also highly relevant and applicable for BC-based business owners.

Participants are also encouraged to register for Negotiation of Contracts - May 27
https://mycommunityfuturesbc.ca/webinars/1172/negotiation_of_contracts/

Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

Apply practical contract negotiation skills to build successful businesses.
Apply learning to their own business context through case studies and simulations based on real BC business scenarios, enhancing practical understanding.
Identify common legal pitfalls to avoid costly mistakes, saving time and resources.