PacifiCan funding will support conference dedicated to
empowering women entrepreneurs
VANCOUVER, BC, April 24,
2024 /CNW/ - British Columbians are bringing
their entrepreneurial dreams to life, building businesses that
create good jobs and vibrant communities. PacifiCan is providing
support and resources to propel these businesses to new
heights.
Today, the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of Emergency
Preparedness and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic
Development Agency of Canada
(PacifiCan), announced $25,000 in
PacifiCan funding to the GroYourBiz Institute for Global
Connections to support their conference taking place April 24-26 in Vancouver.
EXCELerate2024 is dedicated to women entrepreneurs and open to
all professionals who are committed to growing their businesses.
This three-day event includes a powerful combination of speakers,
roundtable discussions, networking opportunities, a gala reception
and other sessions that will innovate, inspire and influence.
Conferences like this build a stronger British Columbia. By encouraging all
entrepreneurial British Columbians to grow their businesses, we
create a stronger economy where everyone can contribute.
PacifiCan's investment boosts this conference as a
transformative platform for women entrepreneurs, providing them
with valuable opportunities to collaborate and learn. By connecting
communities, entrepreneurs, and innovators to economic
opportunities, PacifiCan is propelling B.C. forward.
Quotes
"British Columbia's economy is
built on the strength of small- and medium-sized businesses and the
entrepreneurial leaders behind them. Supporting events like
EXCELerate2024 is just one way that PacifiCan is showing
that the Government of Canada is
here as a partner and champion for BC's small businesses.
The learning and connections that participants take away from this
conference will add momentum to boost their businesses to new
heights."
- The Honourable Harjit S.
Sajjan, Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister responsible
for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada (PacifiCan)
"PacifiCan's support will provide women businesses with
Increased global connections fostered and supported through
networking with service providers, corporations, knowledge experts,
innovators, government, and other participants. Delegates will be
energized and inspired to learn about new business models for
growth as well as innovative strategies to promote the economic
empowerment of women by enhancing trading opportunities across
Canada, the USA and Internationally.
- Barbara Mowat, President and Owner, GroYourBiz
Institute for Global Connections
Quick Facts
- Women make up 39% of business owners in British Columbia, the second highest
percentage among Canadian provinces.
- PacifiCan is the dedicated federal economic development partner
for British Columbians. PacifiCan's vision is enduring prosperity
for all British Columbians.
- PacifiCan is helping B.C. businesses grow locally and compete
globally, creating quality jobs, connecting industry leaders, and
supporting an inclusive economy that benefits all British
Columbians.
- The Community Economic Development and Diversification (CEDD)
program supports economic development initiatives that contribute
to the economic growth and diversification of communities across
British Columbia.
Associated Links:
- EXCELerate2024
- PacifiCan
- Community Economic Development and Diversification in
British Columbia
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SOURCE Pacific Economic Development Canada