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Women Entrepreneurship Fund
The Government of Canada is committed to advancing gender equality, women’s economic empowerment, and supporting women entrepreneurs through the new Women Entrepreneurship Strategy (the Strategy), announced in Budget 2018. As part of the…
Minister Ng announces funding for women’s entrepreneurship
The Women Entrepreneurship Strategy Ecosystem Fund will support women-owned and women-led businesses TORONTO, Sept. 28, 2018 /CNW/ – The full and equal participation of women in the economy is essential…
Building Export markets in Europe and the U.K.
What: An exciting trade mission! Who: Canadian women business owners who want to expand their business via export Where: Germany and England When: November 4-10, 2018 How: email the BWIT…
Government of Canada Announces New Funding and Engagement Plan for Western Canada Growth Strategy
From: Western Economic Diversification Canada News release Strategy aims to grow the economy and create middle class jobs by building on Western Canada’s unique strengths and competitive advantages September 11,…
WESK Annual Report and Financial Statements 2017-2018
Dive into our journey and see how WESK continues to bridge the gender gap and support entrepreneurs across Saskatchewan. Our annual reports highlight our accomplishments, showcase the stories of our…
Pow Wow Pitch: Spotlighting Indigenous Entrepreneurs
A Startup Canada Digital Docu-Series in partnership with BDC June 25, 2018, | Pow Wow Pitch is a new digital docu-series produced by Startup Canada in partnership with the Business…
How a Mentor Can Help Your Entrepreneurial Career
The ability to “be your own boss” is often cited as one of the most attractive aspects of entrepreneurship, but it can also raise problems for those new to the…
Accessing Federal Grants for Exporting
Changes to CanExport? Did you know there have been changes to the CanExport grant? If you were previously ineligible because you already had sales in the US or another market,…
Winners Announced for WESK’s 2018 Entrepreneur Awards
On May 23, 2018, WESK recognized three female business leaders from Saskatchewan with the Emerging Entrepreneur Award, the Growth & Expansion Award, & the Innovator Award. Additionally, the Celebration of…
Brooke Longpre – Winner of WESK’s 2018 Innovator Award
Brooke Longpre is Co-Founder and Operating Partner of Sound Solar Systems Inc. She is trained in solar PV design, construction management and has developed a wide range of technical and…
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