Tsuts’weye is focused on supporting women-owned businesses through this crisis so that when it is over you can get back to business as usual. We are keeping our eye on the situation and will provide other offerings in future to address needs as they emerge.
We know this situation is fluid, and is changing on a daily basis. We’d like to encourage any of our members to utilize our complimentary Business Advisory Services if you need an understanding person to talk to about your particular situation.
Whether it is a public health issue, natural disaster, or other emergencies, it is important to be prepared and ensure you have an up-to-date business continuity and disaster recovery plan. Here are some resources to assist you in your planning.
Business Resources for Indigenous Entrepreneurs
Indigenous Community Business Fund – Indigenous Tourism BC in partnership with Indigenous Services Canada and the Aboriginal Financial Institutions in BC are delivering a $5 million dollar Tourism and Hospitality Fund through the Indigenous Community Business Fund. More information here.
Small Business BC – Business Resources for Indigenous Businesses -Small Business BC provides resources for Indigenous business owners. More information here.
Community Futures Development Corporation of Central Interior First Nations (CFDC of CIFN) promotes and provides community economic development support services to Indigenous people within the Central Interior of British Columbia. More information here on their programs and resources for Indigenous businesses.
Women’s Enterprise Centre Support for Indigenous Women Entrepreneurs – At Women’s Enterprise Centre, they work to ensure that Indigenous women entrepreneurs have access to business support and advice to help you reach your business goals. More information here.
Tsuts’weye Entrepreneur in Residence Services – To access these services please complete the Client Intake Form and then send to our Entrepreneur in Residence by email.
Business Resources for Shuswap Women Entrepreneurs
More information here on these programs.
WORKSAFE BC– COVID-19 information and resources updated for safe operations for your business.