Tax season is approaching, and we’ve compiled some tips to help you get organized and make sure you have everything in place to file your tax return on time. 1. Know how to develop a good tax strategy Financial planning is helpful when it comes to tax time and submitting your tax return. Developing a […]
Steven Bourne and Brandon Hebor are the founders of Ripple Farms, an agri-tech start-up dedicated to tackling food insecurity through aquaponics. Bringing farm to city, the social enterprise merges aquaculture and hydroponics to provide a new and alternative approach to a fully sustainable method of food production. Ripple Farms has been offering a green solution to […]
As 2019 comes to a close, we thought we would take a look at some of your favourite stories from the year. Whether you’ve missed these stories or just want a refresher, check them out below! Top 3…Start-Up Stories Caitlyn Ngu is changing the centuries-old resume with HireUp, the founder of HireUp, a web-based platform that […]
Canada was buzzing with activity this November for Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) 2019, joining more than 170 countries in the largest celebration of entrepreneurship. GEW 2019 centred around the themes of education, ecosystems, inclusion and policy. Futurpreneur Canada celebrated as the national host with a schedule of digital and in-person events across the country, including the […]
In December 2019, the ThriveNorth program successfully completed its five-year mandate. Managed by Futurpreneur Canada, the program helped young entrepreneurs in Northern B.C. launch and grow their businesses by connecting them with resources, financing and mentorship. Each year it feels as though the holidays come around faster than the last, and we find ourselves facing the […]
Clare Donaldson and Stephanie Sollazzo are the co-founders of CONNECT Rehabilitation, a rehabilitation clinic in the Southwestern Ontario city of Owen Sound that offers physiotherapy and chiropractic services incorporating yoga and fitness. Challenged by the quantity-driven care of the traditional private clinics they were working in, Clare and Stephanie started CONNECT to provide a different […]
In December 2019, the ThriveNorth program successfully completed its five-year mandate. Managed by Futurpreneur Canada, the program helped young entrepreneurs in Northern B.C. launch and grow their businesses by connecting them with resources, financing and mentorship. Father of four, Andrew Wille, has called Smithers home for 20 years. The former forestry industry worker turned pilot is […]
In December 2019, the ThriveNorth program successfully completed its five-year mandate. Managed by Futurpreneur Canada, the program helped young entrepreneurs in Northern B.C. launch and grow their businesses by connecting them with resources, financing and mentorship.April Gibson has always enjoyed the company of seniors. In fact, it was the time she spent supporting her grandfather […]
In December 2019, the ThriveNorth program successfully completed its five-year mandate. Managed by Futurpreneur Canada, the program helped young entrepreneurs in Northern B.C. launch and grow their businesses by connecting them with resources, financing and mentorship. Cole and Charles share a love for nature, adventure, and life outdoors. This led them to work in Natural Industry […]
In December 2019, the ThriveNorth program successfully completed its five-year mandate. Managed by Futurpreneur Canada, the program helped young entrepreneurs in Northern B.C. launch and grow their businesses by connecting them with resources, financing and mentorship. ThriveNorth Business Challenge finalists Rachel Vowles and her husband Matt Roberson are the owners of Mile 0 Farrier Company, specialized equine hoof […]
Manon was working in health research for 10 years when she decided it was time to bring her own vision of health to life. “I wanted to create things with my vision in mind – my vision of health – which is holistic and combines all the elements of a person into their overall health.” Manon launched […]
Steve started his career as a geologist in the oil and gas business. After progressing through technical work, Steve discovered a passion for helping companies and people grow, and has been doing just that as a volunteer mentor working with young entrepreneurs launching their Futurpreneur-supported businesses. While your first thought about launching your business might be […]
Burnout. It’s an all too familiar word in the modern world of work. In an ongoing race to make the next meeting, deadline or sales target, it’s easy to lose sight of life beyond work until overwhelming stress and exhaustion stops you in your tracks. For Anna Chan, her burnout moment was the reality check […]
In December 2019, the ThriveNorth program successfully completed its five-year mandate. Managed by Futurpreneur Canada, the program helped young entrepreneurs in Northern B.C. launch and grow their businesses by connecting them with resources, financing and mentorship. Lucy Sager is the 2019 winner of the ThriveNorth Business Challenge in the Best New Business (29-39) category for her […]
The next generation of young Canadians launching small businesses across the country are the future and backbone of our nation and our economy. We celebrated the diverse young entrepreneurs strengthening communities across the nation this Canada Day with the stories of five Futurpreneur-supported business owners from far and wide. Nicola Robertson, Diamond Physiotherapy Nicola is […]
In December 2019, the ThriveNorth program successfully completed its five-year mandate. Managed by Futurpreneur Canada, the program helped young entrepreneurs in Northern B.C. launch and grow their businesses by connecting them with resources, financing and mentorship.After completing an Environmental Studies degree at UNBC, Cameron spent two years in local government and economic development before committing […]
Entrepreneurship is on the rise across Canada, and most notably so in Indigenous communities. In 2016, more than 43,000 Indigenous people declared themselves self-employed, according to a survey conducted by the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business. For many Indigenous entrepreneurs, despite the challenges and barriers in access to tools, networks and resources, starting a business […]
Dustin Hogan is the owner of Futurpreneur-supported business The Rock Star Academy. Passionate about personal development, Dustin started his business with the goal to inspire and empower others to focus on their own personal growth and development. Read about Dustin’s journey as an entrepreneur and how the road to starting a business is far […]