Helping to shape your entrepreneurial vision.

Support Programs

Information provided in this section is directed to assist investors and entrepreneurs in finding the information needed to invest or plan to open a business in the Comox Valley.

Canadian Farm Business Advisory Services
Specialized Business Planning Services (SBPS) Producers can access funds to help pay for consultants to assist them in preparing detailed business plans for their farm operations. These plans can cover areas such as diversifications, marketing, human resources, expansion, risk management or succession.
Planning and Assessment for Value-Added Enterprises (PAVE) PAVE is available to producers who are considering establishing or expanding a value-added enterprise. Eligible producers can access funds to help pay for the services of a business planning professional to develop feasibility assessments and comprehensive business plans for specific, value-added enterprises.
Canadian Agricultural Skills Service (CASS) CASS provides funding and practical assistance to get farmers on a learning program that will lead to increased opportunities for profitability, and provide you with more choices about sources of income.
   
Small Business Services
MISTIC
The Mid Island Science, Technology & Innovation Council supports small business owners and entrepreneurs in knowledge-based and manufacturing industries on Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast.
Small Business BC Small Business BC is British Columbia's key resource centre for business information and services.
Canada Business Services for entrepreneurs including information on starting a business, financing, taxes, human resources, exporting, importing, research and statistics, government contacts and tenders, innovation, and regulations.


If you would like more information contact:

Business Resource Coordinator
Email: info@investcomoxvalley.com
Phone: 250-334-2427 Ext. 221
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