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The Small Business BC Events Calendar is a public calendar; populated by local businesses, communities, and industry associations.

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Wednesday, Feb 22nd, 2012

  • Dragons Den Audition: Campbell River, BC

    Event Date: Wednesday, Feb 22nd, 2012
    Event Time: 10:00 am - 01:00 pm
    Price: Free
    City: Campbell River
    Category: Networking Function

    Dragons Den Audition: Campbell River, BC

    Event Date: Wednesday, Feb 22nd, 2012
    Event Time: 10:00 am - 01:00 pm
    Price: Free
    City: Campbell River
    Category: Networking Function

    Do you have a hot new invention or the next million-dollar idea? Does your small business need a boost from an investor?Think you can take on the Dragons?

    If you said yes to any of those questions, you should audition for Dragons’ Den! We’re always looking for the hottest entrepreneurs from coast to coast. No experience is necessary – just be ready to pitch your business in under 5 minutes and you could qualify for the show.

    Coast Discovery Inn and Marina
    975 Shoppers Row,
    Campbell River, BC
    V9W 2C4

    If attending an in-person audition you are strongly encouraged to fill out an online application and to bring a printed version of this application to the audition.

    If you are attending an in-person audition please bring a completed Audition Consent and Release form ( French Version of Consent and Release )

    For access to forms and for more information visit http://www.cbc.ca/dragonsden/auditions/index.html

    Contact Details

    Contact Name: Dragons Den
    Email: ddauditions@cbc.ca
    Website: http://www.cbc.ca/dragonsden/auditions/index.html

  • BRAND CHATTER™ LIVE!

    Event Date: Wednesday, Feb 22nd, 2012
    Event Time: 05:00 pm - 07:30 pm
    Price: Preferred Pricing $79.00
    City: North Vancouver
    Category: Education

    BRAND CHATTER™ LIVE!

    Event Date: Wednesday, Feb 22nd, 2012
    Event Time: 05:00 pm - 07:30 pm
    Price: Preferred Pricing $79.00
    City: North Vancouver
    Category: Education

    THE marketing event that teaches you HOW to create marketing messaging to drive and influence conversations about your product, service, brand, or YOU!

    WHAT IS THE EVENT?
    - Marketing education in a fun and entertaining way
    - Celebrity expert panel to profile THE places to successfully market your business
    - Step by step guide to create your effective marketing messaging
    - Showcase of innovative ways to market your business better
    - Fabulous networking opportunity with over 120 business people

    WHO HOSTS THE EVENT?
    - Sandy Gerber, NEXT Agency CEO, Marketing Veteran
    - BC Top 100 Fastest Growing Company recipient
    - Women of Worth Mompreneur of the Year recipient
    - Chamber of Commerce Business Person of the Year Finalist
    - Single mom, philanthropist, Board of Trade mentor

    WHAT HAPPENS AT THE EVENT?
    - The Power of BRAND CHATTER™ is revealed
    - Exciting interview of celebrity panel (Rogers, 6S Marketing, Peak, Chamber of Commerce)
    - Volunteer participants marketing strategy creation done LIVE!
    - Guaranteed entertainment, laughter, tools, and results!

    SO WHY IS THIS A PRIORITY TO ATTEND?
    - Be in control of your business BRAND CHATTER
    - ReVitalize your messaging to position for growth
    - Increase your Lead Generation by Word of Mouth
    - Stand apart as a leader in your marketplace

    HOW TO REGISTER?
    Go to http://yourbrandchatter.ca and get a ticket today! Seating is limited.

    Contact Details

    Contact Name: Sandy Gerber
    Host Company: Host Company: NEXT Marketing and Design Agency. Event Location: Holiday Inn North Vancouver- 700 Old Lillooet Road
    Phone Number: 604-998-3389
    Email: Gerber@nextforyourbusiness.com
    Website: BRAND CHATTER™ LIVE!
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/nextmktg
    Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/NEXTAgency

Thursday, Feb 23rd, 2012

  • Dragons Den Audition: Kelowna, BC

    Event Date: Thursday, Feb 23rd, 2012
    Event Time: 11:00 am - 06:00 pm
    Price: Free
    City: Kelowna
    Category: Networking Function

    Dragons Den Audition: Kelowna, BC

    Event Date: Thursday, Feb 23rd, 2012
    Event Time: 11:00 am - 06:00 pm
    Price: Free
    City: Kelowna
    Category: Networking Function

    Do you have a hot new invention or the next million-dollar idea? Does your small business need a boost from an investor?Think you can take on the Dragons?

    If you said yes to any of those questions, you should audition for Dragons’ Den! We’re always looking for the hottest entrepreneurs from coast to coast. No experience is necessary – just be ready to pitch your business in under 5 minutes and you could qualify for the show.

    Okanagan School of Business
    1000 K.L.O. Road
    Kelowna, BC V1Y 4X8
     250-762-5445

    If attending an in-person audition you are strongly encouraged to fill out an online application and to bring a printed version of this application to the audition.

    If you are attending an in-person audition please bring a completed Audition Consent and Release form ( French Version of Consent and Release )

    For access to forms and for more information visit http://www.cbc.ca/dragonsden/auditions/index.html

    Contact Details

    Contact Name: Dragons Den
    Email: ddauditions@cbc.ca
    Website: http://www.cbc.ca/dragonsden/auditions/index.html

  • BCIC-New Ventures Competition: Regional Awards Ceremony

    Event Date: Thursday, Feb 23rd, 2012
    Event Time: 05:30 pm - 09:30 pm
    Price: $20
    City: Kelowna
    Category: Gala Event

    BCIC-New Ventures Competition: Regional Awards Ceremony

    Event Date: Thursday, Feb 23rd, 2012
    Event Time: 05:30 pm - 09:30 pm
    Price: $20
    City: Kelowna
    Category: Gala Event

    Their 19 finalist regional teams have pitched to the jury. Now they are getting ready to host a party in their honour and award $60,000 in prizes for the 2nd Annual BCIC-New Ventures Competition: Regional Awards Ceremony.
    Join themon Thursday, Februay 23, 5:30pm at the Laurel Packinghouse in Kelowna. Canapés, drinks, and great networking provided.

Friday, Feb 24th, 2012

  • Profit by Design

    Event Date: Friday, Feb 24th, 2012
    Event Time: 08:00 am - 05:00 pm
    Price: Full Conference + Workshops (Discount codes may be applied to this ticket only) CA$350.00; Friday Conference Stream Only CA$200.00; Saturday Only - Workshops + Brett Wilson Keynote CA$100.00
    City: Vancouver
    Category: Conference/Tradeshow

    Profit by Design

    Event Date: Friday, Feb 24th, 2012
    Event Time: 08:00 am - 05:00 pm
    Price: Full Conference + Workshops (Discount codes may be applied to this ticket only) CA$350.00; Friday Conference Stream Only CA$200.00; Saturday Only - Workshops + Brett Wilson Keynote CA$100.00
    City: Vancouver
    Category: Conference/Tradeshow

    Innovation is the key to business success. Profit x Design is bringing together the best business minds, designers and investment gurus in the country, to give you the tools, skills and strategies you need to drive a more innovative and lucrative enterprise.
    Profit x Design will send you back to your business, knowing:
    - How top companies drive product innovation
    - The best practices in developing an integrated product/service system
    - How to build an effective product or service innovation team
    - How to apply design thinking to business and strategy challenges
    - Leadership methods that catalyze creative thinking
    - Case studies of successful product and service innovation
    This event is a unique opportunity for business leaders to engage with top designers, market leading companies, and investors who know how to profit by design. Creative Led Innovation is now a key driver for business success: by convening design and business leaders in a series of interactive workshops and stimulating presentations, Profit by Design will help you connect with the business models, thinking and leaders that will drive innovation in your company. Join us for two exciting days and discover how you can Profit by Design.

    Contact Details

    Contact Name: profitbydesign
    Email: info@profitbydesign.ca
    Website: http://profitbydesign.ca/
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/#!/@profitbydesign_/

  • Introduction to Sustainable Purchasing

    Event Date: Friday, Feb 24th, 2012
    Event Time: 09:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Price: $75.00
    City: Vancouver
    Category: Networking Function

    Introduction to Sustainable Purchasing

    Event Date: Friday, Feb 24th, 2012
    Event Time: 09:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Price: $75.00
    City: Vancouver
    Category: Networking Function

    Join session leaders Coro Strandberg and Tim Reeve, along with guest speakers Amanda Pitre-Hayes and Kevin DuCharme, for a practical, engaging and inspiring introduction to sustainable purchasing!
    This BuySmart seminar is designed for purchasing, sustainability and corporate responsibility staff in public, private and non-profit organizations — and for anyone else who wants to understand the fundamentals of sustainable purchasing.
    You’ll learn:
    How to integrate environmental, social and ethical factors into the procurement process
    Key components of a sustainable purchasing tendering toolkit
    What’s needed to overcome barriers and recognize the best opportunities for sustainable purchasing in your own organization.
    Best of all, you’ll benefit from the insights and lessons learned of others in the field, and gain the practical knowledge and confidence to take your own first steps.

    Contact Details

    Contact Name: Bob Purdy
    Phone Number: (604) 488-5355
    Email: bpurdy@fraserbasin.bc.ca
    Website: http://buysmartintro-esearch.eventbrite.ca

  • Kelowna Home Show

    Event Date: Friday, Feb 24th, 2012
    Event Time: 10:00 am - 08:00 pm
    Price: Adults – $10 Seniors/Student – $8 Children 12 & under – FREE
    City: Kelowna
    Category: Conference/Tradeshow

    Kelowna Home Show

    Event Date: Friday, Feb 24th, 2012
    Event Time: 10:00 am - 08:00 pm
    Price: Adults – $10 Seniors/Student – $8 Children 12 & under – FREE
    City: Kelowna
    Category: Conference/Tradeshow

    Kelowna Home Show attracts buyers from all over Canada. The Kelowna Home Show gives the small and medium sized company their own marketing advantage in an increasingly competitive business environment.

    Contact Details

    Contact Name: Rick
    Phone Number: 780.420.6336
    Email: rick@showswork.com
    Website: http://www.showswork.com/KHS.html
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Kelowna-Home-Show

  • Victoria Boat & Fishing Show

    Event Date: Friday, Feb 24th, 2012
    Event Time: 10:00 am - 06:00 pm
    Price: tbc
    City: Victoria
    Category: Conference/Tradeshow

    Victoria Boat & Fishing Show

    Event Date: Friday, Feb 24th, 2012
    Event Time: 10:00 am - 06:00 pm
    Price: tbc
    City: Victoria
    Category: Conference/Tradeshow

    The Victoria Boat & Fishing Show is pleased to celebrate its 20th Anniversary at the Pearkes Recreation Centre, this February with almost 30,000sq’ of indoor & outdoor exhibits!

    Contact Details

    Contact Name: Kevin Blackburn
    Phone Number: 1-800-626-1538
    Email: kevin@canwestproductions.com

  • Fraser Valley World of Wheels

    Event Date: Friday, Feb 24th, 2012
    Event Time: 10:00 am - 06:00 pm
    Price: Adult $15.00 Senior (65+) $10.00 Student (13-18) $10.00 Children (Under 12) Complimentary Family (2 Adults & 2 Youth) $35.00 Weekend Pass $20.00
    City: Abbotsford
    Category: Conference/Tradeshow

    Fraser Valley World of Wheels

    Event Date: Friday, Feb 24th, 2012
    Event Time: 10:00 am - 06:00 pm
    Price: Adult $15.00 Senior (65+) $10.00 Student (13-18) $10.00 Children (Under 12) Complimentary Family (2 Adults & 2 Youth) $35.00 Weekend Pass $20.00
    City: Abbotsford
    Category: Conference/Tradeshow

    The World of Wheels Car Show and Auction displays well Over 200 rides from as far away as the USA and Alberta, satisfying everyone’s appetite for classic cars. Come out and see the amazing vehicles from Customs, Hot Rods to Classics.

    Contact Details

    Contact Name: Lori Watts
    Phone Number: 604-514-2277
    Email: Backseatinfo@shaw.ca
    Website: http://fraservalleyworldofwheels.com

Saturday, Feb 25th, 2012

  • But What Can I Say? A social media content workshop with Angela Crocker

    Event Date: Saturday, Feb 25th, 2012
    Event Time: 08:30 am - 11:30 am
    Price: $32-$40
    City: Coquitlam
    Category: Networking Function

    But What Can I Say? A social media content workshop with Angela Crocker

    Event Date: Saturday, Feb 25th, 2012
    Event Time: 08:30 am - 11:30 am
    Price: $32-$40
    City: Coquitlam
    Category: Networking Function

    Has your organization embraced social media? Are you tweeting on Twitter and blogging your heart out? Do you always know what to say? Can you blog 3 times a week and update your social status daily without effort? Many companies struggle to come up with fresh ideas that engage their community. Sound familiar?

    Mom Café Tricities Member Angela Crocker helps expert entrepreneurs and business owners build (mostly) online communities. The content they share is the key to their success and she will share many of her winning strategies with you in this three-hour session.

    Over three hours, you will fill your well with an abundance of ideas to share with your community. From brainstorming strategies to concrete action plans, you’ll put together an editorial calendar to fill your blog, Facebook activity, tweets on Twitter and other social sites for the next three months. Part brainstorming exercise, part problem solving, and part new organizational skills you’ll leave with a concrete action plan to make your social media efforts at the office more fun and more efficient.

Sunday, Feb 26th, 2012

Monday, Feb 27th, 2012

  • Wagon Bridal Showcase - Langley

    Event Date: Monday, Feb 27th, 2012
    Event Time: 06:00 pm - 10:00 pm
    Price: tbc
    City: Langley
    Category: Conference/Tradeshow

    Wagon Bridal Showcase - Langley

    Event Date: Monday, Feb 27th, 2012
    Event Time: 06:00 pm - 10:00 pm
    Price: tbc
    City: Langley
    Category: Conference/Tradeshow

    Wagon Bridal Showcase - Langley is one of the premier exhibition for weeding sector in Canada. The purpose of the show is to introduce the bride-to-be to products and services appropriate to her wedding plans and first-home needs. The event will showcase wide range of products and accessories for related industry under single roof at the Langley Golf & Banquet Centre.

    Contact Details

    Contact Name: Welcome Wagon Ltd
    Phone Number: 1-866-627-6074
    Email: info@welcomewagon.ca.
    Website: http://www.welcomewagon.ca

  • Vancouver Playhouse International Wine Festival

    Event Date: Monday, Feb 27th, 2012
    Event Time: 07:00 pm - 10:00 pm
    Price: $85
    City: Vancouver
    Category: Conference/Tradeshow

    Vancouver Playhouse International Wine Festival

    Event Date: Monday, Feb 27th, 2012
    Event Time: 07:00 pm - 10:00 pm
    Price: $85
    City: Vancouver
    Category: Conference/Tradeshow

    Vancouver Playhouse International Wine Festival features among the top bracket of wine sector trade shows in Canada. The show serves as a one stop destination for every wine connoisseur, collector and other leading professionals from the alcoholic beverages industry. Products from as many as 176 wineries are exhibited at the show and an astonishing 1650 types of wines were exhibited during the previous edition of the show.
    Vancouver Playhouse International Wine Festival helps participants get acquainted with the latest technologies and innovations from the wine making sector. With over 25000 visitors, the show is easily the most popular events of its kind in Canada and the show gets its global feel from its participants, who hail from 15 different countries. More than 63 topical special events are also scheduled during the event.

Tuesday, Feb 28th, 2012

  • Dragons Den Audition: Port Hardy, BC

    Event Date: Tuesday, Feb 28th, 2012
    Event Time: 10:00 am - 01:00 pm
    Price: Free
    City: Port Hardy
    Category: Networking Function

    Dragons Den Audition: Port Hardy, BC

    Event Date: Tuesday, Feb 28th, 2012
    Event Time: 10:00 am - 01:00 pm
    Price: Free
    City: Port Hardy
    Category: Networking Function

    Do you have a hot new invention or the next million-dollar idea? Does your small business need a boost from an investor?Think you can take on the Dragons?

    If you said yes to any of those questions, you should audition for Dragons’ Den! We’re always looking for the hottest entrepreneurs from coast to coast. No experience is necessary – just be ready to pitch your business in under 5 minutes and you could qualify for the show.

    Quarterdeck Inn & Marina Resort
    6555 Hardy Bay Road
    Po Box 910 Port Hardy BC V0N 2P0

    If attending an in-person audition you are strongly encouraged to fill out an online application and to bring a printed version of this application to the audition.

    If you are attending an in-person audition please bring a completed Audition Consent and Release form ( French Version of Consent and Release )

    For access to forms and for more information visit http://www.cbc.ca/dragonsden/auditions/index.html

    Contact Details

    Contact Name: Dragons Den
    Email: ddauditions@cbc.ca
    Website: http://www.cbc.ca/dragonsden/auditions/index.html

  • Small Business BC's Successful You Awards Ceremony

    Event Date: Tuesday, Feb 28th, 2012
    Event Time: 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm
    Price: $59 plus taxes
    City: Vancouver
    Category: Gala Event

    Small Business BC's Successful You Awards Ceremony

    Event Date: Tuesday, Feb 28th, 2012
    Event Time: 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm
    Price: $59 plus taxes
    City: Vancouver
    Category: Gala Event

    Come celebrate BC’s best and brightest at the 9th Annual Successful You Awards Ceremony as we honour the Top Entrepreneurs of 2011/12!

    Join us at the Crystal Pavilion Ballroom at the Pan Pacific Vancouver on February 28, 2012 for a lively networking experience with complimentary wine and appetizers. Meet award finalists, local entrepreneurs, award sponsors, government delegates, media, and industry professionals from across BC.

    We are very excited to announce that this year’s Keynote speaker will be former NHL All Star and Olympian Trevor Linden, with Global BC’s news anchor and reporter Aaron McArthur presiding over the event as Emcee for the ceremony.

    Come celebrate and experience the excitement as we reveal the top businesses in six award categories!

    Event Itinerary
    5:00pm - 6:00pm Registration/Networking
    6:00pm - 7:15pm Awards Ceremony
    7:15pm - 8:00pm Networking & Prizes

    **Complimentary wine & appetizers will be provided during the networking portions of the event

    Tickets are sold on a first come bases so hurry and get yours now! Don’t miss out on the celebration of the year for BC’s small businesses!

    Contact Details

    Contact Name: Katelyn Cross
    Host Company: Small Business BC
    Phone Number: 604 775 6255
    Email: cross.katelyn@smallbusinessbc.ca
    Website: http://successfulyou.ca/awards-ceremony
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/successfulyouawards

Wednesday, Feb 29th, 2012

  • Evolution, Re-creation and Re-invention

    Event Date: Wednesday, Feb 29th, 2012
    Event Time: 08:00 am - 06:00 pm
    Price: $11 - $42
    City: Port Moody
    Category: Networking Function

    Evolution, Re-creation and Re-invention

    Event Date: Wednesday, Feb 29th, 2012
    Event Time: 08:00 am - 06:00 pm
    Price: $11 - $42
    City: Port Moody
    Category: Networking Function

    Everything continually evolves… including moms! Join momcafe Tricities, Felicia Lee and Lara Leontowich as they discuss ways they have evolved over the course of their life, including their role as mothers, business owners and employees. Find out what it takes to allow your dreams and goals to change and adapt over time. Get inspired to renew your career and business, while still paying homage to your skills and experiences!

    Breakfast will be served and childminding is on site. Please be sure to pre-register for tickets.

    Felicia Lee Felicia is a GhostCEO Business Coach the Founder and Principal of Candeo Communications Inc. Felicia is skilled in creative problem solving, and has a natural ability in inspiring her clients to take their business and professional development to the next level. Her experience includes building and bringing new services and products into markets, developing business opportunities for entrepreneurs, creating networks and connections for entrepreneurs, and being a mother to two amazing daughters. She holds an Electrical Engineering degree and an MBA from the University of British Columbia.

    In addition to running a coaching and training practice, Felicia is also an Instructor and Business Advisor at Langara College Self Employment Program and founder of Mom CEO Academy, a business school for enterprising moms.

    Contact Details

    Contact Name: Mom Cafe Network
    Email: info@momcafenetwork.com
    Website: http://www.eventbrite.ca/event/2794826401/

  • Take Your Service Business Beyond Borders workshop

    Event Date: Wednesday, Feb 29th, 2012
    Event Time: 01:00 pm - 05:00 pm
    Price: $55.00
    City: Vancouver
    Category: Education

    Take Your Service Business Beyond Borders workshop

    Event Date: Wednesday, Feb 29th, 2012
    Event Time: 01:00 pm - 05:00 pm
    Price: $55.00
    City: Vancouver
    Category: Education

    If you are a business owner in consulting services (e.g. communications, leadership, strategy, marketing or social media) or other services (e.g. virtual assistant, coach, trainer or writer) this event is designed especially for you.
    Are you ready to maximize your business potential by diversifying into profitable, new markets?
    Attend this half day conference to learn:
    • How to adapt marketing for international business development
    • Strategies to prepare to overcome cultural barriers
    • Accounting and tax considerations
    • Legal implications including liability and immigration issues
    Speakers:
    -Auli Paviainen, International Business Consultant, Millard Consulting Group Inc.
    -Katri Ulmonen, CA, MS (US) Tax, International Tax Services Partner, MNP LLP
    -TBD, Lawyer, Farris, Vaughan, Wills & Murphy LLP

    Contact Details

    Contact Name: Kaitlyn Parkhill
    Host Company: Women's Enterprise Centre
    Phone Number: 1-800-643-7014 ext. 112
    Email: kaitlyn@womensenterprise.ca
    Website: http://www.womensenterprise.ca/catalog/TYS_VAN

Friday, Mar 2nd, 2012

Saturday, Mar 3rd, 2012

  • The Vancouver Bike Show

    Event Date: Saturday, Mar 3rd, 2012
    Event Time: 10:00 am - 05:00 pm
    Price: Tickets can be purchased at the door for $12 Youths 12 - 17: $10 Seniors 60+ : $10 Children under 12: Free
    City: Vancouver
    Category: Conference/Tradeshow

    The Vancouver Bike Show

    Event Date: Saturday, Mar 3rd, 2012
    Event Time: 10:00 am - 05:00 pm
    Price: Tickets can be purchased at the door for $12 Youths 12 - 17: $10 Seniors 60+ : $10 Children under 12: Free
    City: Vancouver
    Category: Conference/Tradeshow

    See It! Ride It! Live It! The Vancouver Bike Show returns to Vancouver Convention Centre on March 3rd-4th, 2012. Ignite your passion for the upcoming riding season! Cycling’s largest manufacturers will be on hand showcasing the newest technology bikes for the 2012 riding season. See the best in Mountain Biking, Road Cycling, Touring, Triathlon and BMX! Meet with Vancouver’s most competent and competitive Cycling retailers, who can help tune your bike, or find the best new ride and accessories that will fit your needs for the cycling season. Talk cycling with all the suppliers who you can trust to provide you with the best equipment and advice for your needs.

    Contact Details

    Contact Name: Robin Harvey
    Phone Number: 604-990-7703
    Email: bikeshow@telus.net
    Website: http://www.vancouverbikeexpo.com
    Twitter: http://twitter.com/VanBikeShow
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vanbikeshow

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