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Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Up to 95% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
WeBC Business Skills Development for Women Entrepreneurs supports practical business learning for women entrepreneurs. It includes workshops, WeCafés, on-demand learning, workbooks, and webinar recordings on topics such as starting a business, marketing, financial fitness, operations, leadership, and exporting.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Up to 95% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Business skills workshops and WeCafés.
- On-demand SMART learning programs.
- Workbooks and webinar recordings.
- Starting a business info sessions.
Official resources
Program guide
Application form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Women entrepreneurs
- Entrepreneurs across Canada
Eligible expenses
- Enrollment fees for business training workshops and programs.
- Purchase of workbooks and access to webinar recordings for business skills development.
- Participation in on-demand learning modules covering key business areas such as HR, marketing, financial management, and exporting.
Eligible geographic areas
- Across Canada
How to apply
- Step 1: Register for the free info session or learning program.
- Use the registration or enrolment link provided on the program page.
- Step 2: Choose your format
- Select workshops, WeCafés, or on-demand learning.
- Step 3: Access the session or course
- Attend the live session or start the self-paced course after registration.
Additional information
- Business training is available in-person and online, catering to different learning preferences and schedules.
- Programs include interactive workshops, on-demand learning, and self-directed study options.
- Training sessions are designed and delivered by industry experts to ensure practical and current content.
- Free downloadable resources and webinar recordings are made available for flexible access.
Frequently Asked Questions about the WeBC — Business Skills Development Program
What is the WeBC — Business Skills Development?
WeBC Business Skills Development for Women Entrepreneurs supports practical business learning for women entrepreneurs. It includes workshops, WeCafés, on-demand learning, workbooks, and webinar recordings on topics such as starting a business, marketing, financial fitness, operations, leadership, and exporting.
How much funding can be received?
WeBC — Business Skills Development Funds up to 95% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the WeBC — Business Skills Development program?
To be eligible for the WeBC — Business Skills Development program, you must:
The program is designed for women entrepreneurs looking to develop business skills.
What expenses are eligible under WeBC — Business Skills Development?
Business skills workshops and WeCafés.
On-demand SMART learning programs.
Workbooks and webinar recordings.
Starting a business info sessions.
Where is the WeBC — Business Skills Development available?
The WeBC — Business Skills Development program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the WeBC — Business Skills Development a grant, loan, or tax credit?
WeBC — Business Skills Development is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the WeBC — Business Skills Development?
WeBC — Business Skills Development is funded by WeBC