The Upper Columbia Co-op Council is teaming up with the Basin Business Advisors’ Program this winter to spread the word about why the co-op businesses model is known as the Swiss Army Knife of local economies.

The UCCC will host a number of Co-ops 101 luncheons throughout the West and East Kootenay in December and January, to explore how co-ops can ignite business ideas for entrepreneurs, artists and artisans, retiring business owners, graduating students, health care professionals, farmers, consultants, car users, childcare workers and others.

Community leaders and those already involved in the co-op/ credit union sector are invited to find out more about the benefits and mechanics of co-operation.

Co-op businesses creatively generate employment while enhancing economic and community development in the area. Co-op enterprises thrive in times of economic and social challenges, bridge the gap between business and people, and enable individuals to do together what they could never do alone. Their adaptability to virtually any business sector has earned them the “Swiss Army Knife” comparison, and the thriving network of co-ops and credit unions in Southeastern BC provides a built-in support system for co-op entrepreneurs.

Email zoe (at) uccc.coop to register today!

Workshops are free!

Location to be announced...

The Upper Columbia Co-op Council is teaming up with the Basin Business Advisors’ Program this winter to spread the word about why the co-op businesses model is known as the Swiss Army Knife of local economies.

The UCCC will host a number of Co-ops 101 luncheons throughout the West and East Kootenay in December and January, to explore how co-ops can ignite business ideas for entrepreneurs, artists and artisans, retiring business owners, graduating students, health care professionals, farmers, consultants, car users, childcare workers and others.

Community leaders and those already involved in the co-op/ credit union sector are invited to find out more about the benefits and mechanics of co-operation.

Co-op businesses creatively generate employment while enhancing economic and community development in the area. Co-op enterprises thrive in times of economic and social challenges, bridge the gap between business and people, and enable individuals to do together what they could never do alone. Their adaptability to virtually any business sector has earned them the “Swiss Army Knife” comparison, and the thriving network of co-ops and credit unions in Southeastern BC provides a built-in support system for co-op entrepreneurs.

Email zoe (at) uccc.coop to register today!

Workshops are free!

Location to be announced...

The Upper Columbia Co-op Council is teaming up with the Basin Business Advisors’ Program this winter to spread the word about why the co-op businesses model is known as the Swiss Army Knife of local economies.

The UCCC will host a number of Co-ops 101 luncheons throughout the West and East Kootenay in December and January, to explore how co-ops can ignite business ideas for entrepreneurs, artists and artisans, retiring business owners, graduating students, health care professionals, farmers, consultants, car users, childcare workers and others.

Community leaders and those already involved in the co-op/ credit union sector are invited to find out more about the benefits and mechanics of co-operation.

Co-op businesses creatively generate employment while enhancing economic and community development in the area. Co-op enterprises thrive in times of economic and social challenges, bridge the gap between business and people, and enable individuals to do together what they could never do alone. Their adaptability to virtually any business sector has earned them the “Swiss Army Knife” comparison, and the thriving network of co-ops and credit unions in Southeastern BC provides a built-in support system for co-op entrepreneurs.

Email zoe (at) uccc.coop to register today!

Workshops are free!

Location to be announced...

The Upper Columbia Co-op Council is teaming up with the Basin Business Advisors’ Program this winter to spread the word about why the co-op businesses model is known as the Swiss Army Knife of local economies.

The UCCC will host a number of Co-ops 101 luncheons throughout the West and East Kootenay in December and January, to explore how co-ops can ignite business ideas for entrepreneurs, artists and artisans, retiring business owners, graduating students, health care professionals, farmers, consultants, car users, childcare workers and others.

Community leaders and those already involved in the co-op/ credit union sector are invited to find out more about the benefits and mechanics of co-operation.

Co-op businesses creatively generate employment while enhancing economic and community development in the area. Co-op enterprises thrive in times of economic and social challenges, bridge the gap between business and people, and enable individuals to do together what they could never do alone. Their adaptability to virtually any business sector has earned them the “Swiss Army Knife” comparison, and the thriving network of co-ops and credit unions in Southeastern BC provides a built-in support system for co-op entrepreneurs.

Email zoe (at) uccc.coop to register today!

Workshops are free!

Location to be announced...

Presented by Enterprising Non-Profits, Heroes is an annual event that recognizes and celebrates the champions of Social Enterprise in BC.

On April 16, 2014, the social impact community will convene at the Roundhouse Community Arts Centre in Vancouver to witness a friendly competition as three non-profit social enterprises ‘quick-pitch’ their best ideas and biggest opportunities in front of a live audience.

Last year our challengers were awarded over $40,000 (combined) in grants & expertise by our impressive roster of judges who will ask important questions and offer up sound advice as they evaluate each pitch. 

Heroes is both highly entertaining and fun as well as informative. Together, we will celebrate the profound impact of social enterprise in our province.

• You will have an opportunity to network & mingle during our evening reception at Social Enterprise Heroes.
• You will learn about the products and services of social enterprises and how their work supports their mission at the tradeshow.
• You will be entertained and inspired by our three finalists as they pitch their business challenges to a panel of judges for the opportunity to be rewarded with amazing financial and consulting support.
• Heroes is anchored by a Day of Learning.

Letters of Interest

To be eligible to compete, your organization must be located in BC and be an operational social enterprise (businesses owned by a non-profit organization).

To apply for the opportunity to present your challenge/idea, we invite you to send us a two page Letter of Interest outlining your social enterprise.

The finalists will be selected and notified by mid-February 2014.

Send a Letter of Interest “LOI” to kim@enterprisingnonprofits.ca.
Deadline for applications is 4pm January 9, 2014. Your LOI must not exceed 2 letter-sized pages and use 10-12pt font. Don’t forget to attach your supporting documentation.