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SUMMARY:Women Entrepreneurs Session 3: Starting a Business in BC | Registration\, Licensing & Legal Essentials
DESCRIPTION:Starting a business in a new country can feel overwhelming—especially when you’re faced with unfamiliar rules\, paperwork\, and legal requirements. Many women entrepreneurs have great ideas and strong motivation\, but get stuck or delayed simply because the registration and licensing process in BC isn’t clear. This session is designed to remove that uncertainty. By breaking down the legal and administrative essentials into practical\, easy-to-understand steps\, this workshop helps immigrant and newcomer women entrepreneurs feel more confident\, informed\, and ready to move forward with their business journey in BC. \n📅 Date: Thursday\, February 12\, 2026 \n⏰ Time: 6:00–8:00 pm (Pacific Time | Kelowna) \n💻 Format: Online (Zoom) \n📌 Workshop Topic: \nStarting a Business in BC: Registration\, Licensing & Legal Essentials \nThis practical session is for women preparing to start a business in BC\, including newcomers and immigrant entrepreneurs seeking clarity on registration\, licensing\, and legal basics. \nKey topics include: \n• Business registration and structure in BC \n• Licensing and permit essentials \n• Legal and compliance considerations \n• Practical tips for navigating government systems \n🎤 Facilitator: Tracy Gray \nTracy Gray is an award-winning entrepreneur\, former federal MP and Kelowna City Councillor\, and founder of Discover Wines (100% BC VQA). She brings extensive experience in business ownership\, public service\, government relations and mentoring women entrepreneurs. \nClick to Register Here \nIf you have already registered\, check your email for the Zoom Link. \n 
URL:https://occabc.ca/event/women-entrepreneurs-session-3-starting-a-business-in-bc-registration-licensing-legal-essentials/
LOCATION:Online\, Canada
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