Story Based Branding: Capture the Meaning of Your Work
Storytelling is fundamental to how we make meaning as humans, and we’re naturally moved by stories that resonate with our core values. Rachel is a Story Strategist who leverages the…
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Whether you’re seeking information on how to start a business, looking for financing for women entrepreneurs, or are wondering “how do I write a business plan?”, we’re here to provide guidance and point you in the right direction.
How to keep a CRA mileage log for vehicle expenses
If you’re self-employed and using your vehicle for business use, are you keeping a mileage log? If you’re audited by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), and you don’t have one,…
Business Plan Basics
The number one starting point for any business small or large should be a business plan. This beginner’s workshop will show you how to build the perfect business plan, and…
Pivot to Whole Health: The Key to Avoiding Entrepreneurial Burnout
Within all of the daily tasks of creating and running a successful business, entrepreneurial burnout can seem inevitable. Unless you pivot to investing in your whole health, as our physical,…
Customer Service: The Next Normal (Business Growth Luncheon Series)
Your business has most likely changed over the pandemic and so, too, has your customer. People have access to more technological bells and whistles but at the same time, are…
COVID-19 Regulations and Protections: Summary for Employers and Business Owners
Mandating Proof of Vaccination for your EmployeesEffective October 1, 2021, public employers will require their employees to make a choice to show proof of being fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or…
Definition of ‘Women Owned Business’ – Input from IRAP Clients’ (NRC – CNRC)
WBE Canada
WBE Canada certifies, develops and promotes Canadian Women Business Enterprises (WBEs).
The power of procurement: How to source from women-owned businesses
This new guide provides corporations and their suppliers with a deeper understanding of the barriers and challenges preventing women-owned businesses from accessing and fully participating in local and global values…
The Business Case for Supplier Diversity in Canada (The Conference Board of Canada)
This briefing aims to advance supplier diversity in Canada by developing an evidence-based business case for raising awareness of its benefits.
Supplier Diversity in Canada (Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion)
Research and analysis of the next step in diversity and inclusion for forward-looking organizations.
Building Trust in Workplace Relationships
Trust is all about vulnerability. When there is trust, team members/co-workers can be comfortable being open, even exposed, to one another regarding their failures, weaknesses, and fears. Vulnerability-based trust is…
Top Small Business Tax Deductions
If you’re self-employed or a small business owner, you know how quickly business expenses can add up. Luckily, there are plenty of tax deductions you can take advantage of to…
Growth Opportunities and Loan Support (GOALS) Checklist
Keep the momentum going. Congratulations on taking a big step with your business! WESK will continue to support you on your entrepreneurial journey. We have prepared a checklist to help…
How to Grow and Scale your Business
Join us for a 45-minute session about getting creative when it comes to scaling your business. We will discuss some fundamentals for scale, unique paths to customers + explore some…
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