Please be advised that the 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the OCCA Communities Association will be held on Saturday, December 20, from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm with doors opening at 1:30pm. The meeting will take place on the 2nd floor, in the Great Room, at the Okanagan Regional Library | Kelowna – Downtown, … Continue reading Notice of Annual General Meeting (AGM) 2025 →

We’re excited to invite you to We Thrive BC, a women’s entrepreneurship support program delivered in partnership with WeBC and OCCA Communities Association.  We Thrive BC is a three-month program designed to support women entrepreneurs across British Columbia—especially newcomers, racialized women, and equity-deserving groups—by providing gender-informed, culturally inclusive business training and peer support. 📌 First Session | Live Online Workshop Finance for … Continue reading Women’s Entrepreneurship Workshop Session 1:Access to Capital & Financing Readiness + Starting a Business →

Job Connect for Future (JCF), delivered by OCCA Communities Association, invites newcomers and young adults to join OCCA Expansion Workshop – Session 8. This monthly job-readiness series supports career development and employment success in Canada. This session focuses on networking with confidence—helping you build meaningful connections, communicate professionally, and create real job opportunities in the … Continue reading OCCA JCF Free Job-Readiness Workshop (Session 8) →

  In a time of economic uncertainty and shifting market conditions, entrepreneurs need practical strategies, local insight, and the confidence to turn challenges into momentum. This interactive workshop is designed to help aspiring and existing business owners in BC understand their options, identify opportunities, and take informed next steps in 2026. About the session: 📅 Date: Friday, … Continue reading Women Entrepreneurs Session 2：Turning Headwinds into Opportunity →

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 … Continue reading Women Entrepreneurs Session 3: Starting a Business in BC | Registration, Licensing & Legal Essentials →

Struggling with difficult people at work?This free, interactive workshop will help you stay calm, communicate clearly, and handle challenging situations with confidence — essential skills for success in Canada’s workplace. In this friendly and practical two-hour workshop, participants will learn simple and effective ways to deal with difficult people at work in Canada. The session … Continue reading OCCA JCF Free Job-Readiness Workshop (Session 9) →

Are you ready to grow your business with confidence and clarity? Join We Thrive BC, a supportive and empowering webinar designed for self-identifying women who are starting or already running a business in BC. In this dynamic 2-hour session, you’ll gain practical tools and strategies to strengthen your brand, expand your online presence, and build … Continue reading Women Entrepreneurs Session 4: Marketing & Social Media Essentials for Women Entrepreneurs →

OCCA SPRING LANTERN FESTIVAL 2026 THE TASTE OF LUNAR NEW YEAR -Kelowna’s Biggest Indoor Cultural Feast & Fun. Secure your Ticket now! More info about the SLF 2026: https://occaevent.com/ https://youtu.be/uuK18F7x9nA?si=EGCjQCecPNOMgD3x Celebrate the 2026 Spring Lantern Festival & Year of the Horse Celebrate the Lunar New Year and the Year of the Horse at Kelowna’s largest … Continue reading OCCA 2026 SPRING LANTERN FESTIVAL →

Are you ready to strengthen your customer service and turn great service into real sales? Join us for “Customer Service & Sales Skills in a Canadian Context” — a practical and empowering session designed for women entrepreneurs who want to build trust, confidence, and loyal customers in Canada. 📅 Feb 25, 2026 (Wed) | 6:00–8:00 PM | … Continue reading Women Entrepreneurs Session 5: Customer Service & Sales Skills in a Canadian Context →

Ready to grow your business through real community connections? Join We Thrive BC – Women’s Entrepreneurship Program | Session 6 and discover how strong local partnerships can directly fuel your sales, visibility, and long-term growth. In this practical and engaging webinar, you’ll learn how to: Strategic Relationship-Building – Identifying aligned partners and creating mutually beneficial collaborations … Continue reading Women Entrepreneurs Session 6: Build Partnerships & Connect with Local Communities →

Join us for an engaging online workshop designed to help entrepreneurs discover practical ways to use AI in their daily business operations. In this session, Dan (Danny) Fan will introduce simple and effective AI tools that can help small business owners save time, improve productivity, and work more efficiently. Participants will learn how AI can … Continue reading Women Entrepreneurs Session 7: Practical AI Tools for Entrepreneurs →

OCCA is pleased to support the 16th Free Tax Filing Seminar, a practical and beginner-friendly session designed to help community members confidently manage their personal tax returns in Canada. This free seminar introduces participants to free tax-filing software and guides them step by step on how to complete their tax returns independently. In addition, OCCA … Continue reading OCCA 16th Free Tax Filing Seminar – Learn to File Your Taxes with Confidence →