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Resources for your business success.
Supporting Your Business with Helpful Resources
One of the most common questions we hear is how to access practical, impactful resources that directly support your business operations.
The below resources include helpful guidance to take the guesswork out of growth. As we uncover new opportunities, we’ll keep this space updated, so you always have access to the most relevant information.
BC Government Resources for Businesses
- Starting or Managing a Business in BC
- Resources and Support for Entrepreneurs in BC
- Start Your Business
- Evaluate Your Business Idea
- Choose Your Business Structure
- Conduct Market Research
- Create a Marketing & Sales Plan
- Write a Business Plan
- Business Plan Template (DOCX, 123.2 KB)
- Cashflow Forecast Template (XLSX, 59.8 KB)
- Sales Forecast Template (XLSX, 35.6 KB)
- Import Goods Into Canada
- Export Goods From Canada
- Business Resources Handout
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"content" => "<p><span class="marker"><em>Last Updated: May 20, 2026</em></span></p> <h1>Resources for your business success.</h1> <p data-end="240" data-start="172"><strong data-end="240" data-start="172">Supporting Your Business with Helpful Resources</strong></p> <p data-end="569" data-start="242">One of the most common questions we hear is how to access practical, impactful resources that directly support your business operations. </p> <p data-end="1493" data-start="1243">The below resources include helpful guidance to take the guesswork out of growth. As we uncover new opportunities, we’ll keep this space updated, so you always have access to the most relevant information.</p> <h2 data-end="1493" data-start="1243">BC Government Resources for Businesses</h2> <ul> <li><a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/employment-business/business/managing-a-business">Starting or Managing a Business in BC</a></li> <li><a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/employment-business/business/small-business">Resources and Support for Entrepreneurs in BC</a> <ul> <li><a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/employment-business/business/small-business/resources">Guides & Templates for Businesses</a></li> <li><a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/employment-business/business/small-business/organizations">Business Support Organizations</a></li> <li><a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/employment-business/business/small-business/indigenous-business-resources">Indigenous Business Resources </a></li> </ul> </li> <li><a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/employment-business/business/managing-a-business/starting-a-business">Start Your Business</a></li> <li><a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/employment-business/business/managing-a-business/starting-a-business/evaluate-your-business-idea">Evaluate Your Business Idea</a></li> <li><a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/employment-business/business/managing-a-business/starting-a-business/choosing-your-business-structure">Choose Your Business Structure</a></li> <li><a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/employment-business/business/managing-a-business/starting-a-business/conduct-market-research">Conduct Market Research</a> <ul> <li><a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/employment-business/business/managing-a-business/starting-a-business/conduct-market-research/resources-for-market-research">Resources for Market Research</a></li> </ul> </li> <li><a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content?id=261D9B9234D549EDBD06386C842FB60F">Create a Marketing & Sales Plan</a></li> <li><a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/employment-business/business/managing-a-business/starting-a-business/business-plan">Write a Business Plan</a> <ul> <li><a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/employment-business-and-economic-development/business-management/small-business/business_plan_template.docx">Business Plan Template</a> (DOCX, 123.2 KB)</li> <li><a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/employment-business-and-economic-development/business-management/small-business/cashflow_forecast__template.xlsx">Cashflow Forecast Template</a> (XLSX, 59.8 KB)</li> <li><a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/employment-business-and-economic-development/business-management/small-business/sales_forecast_template.xlsx">Sales Forecast Template</a> (XLSX, 35.6 KB)</li> </ul> </li> <li><a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/employment-business/business/managing-a-business/running-a-business/import-goods-into-canada">Import Goods Into Canada</a></li> <li><a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/employment-business/business/managing-a-business/running-a-business/export-goods-from-canada">Export Goods From Canada</a></li> <li><a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/employment-business-and-economic-development/business-management/small-business/small_business_resources.pdf">Business Resources Handout</a></li> </ul> ", "external_link" => "", "locked" => "0", "cms_children_hidden" => "0", "nav_color" => "" ), "ParentPage" => array( "id" => "332", "title" => "Membership", "page_title" => "Membership", "sub_title" => "", "sef_url" => "members-benefit", "created" => "2016-01-06 17:37:18", "modified" => "2026-04-22 21:35:25", "modified_by" => "3", "is_visible" => "1", "draft" => "0", "parent_id" => null, "order" => "2", "site_id" => "1", "layout_id" => "1", "photo" => null, "content" => "<p> </p> <p><strong>Credibility, Integrity & Reputation</strong></p> <p>Did you know that 63% of consumers are more likely to do business with you if they know you are a Chamber member? We know your company values its reputation and by being a member of the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce you instantly add to your credibility.</p> <p>As a member we provide you with a Chamber logo to put on your website and business cards, letting your customers know that you are contributing to a thriving local business community. You can even display the current year’s membership decal on your business’ front door or vehicle if you choose.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Savings </strong></p> <p>Being a member saves you money, period. The more benefits, services and discounts you take advantage of, the faster your membership pays for itself.</p> <p>The savings will have you singing our praises; credit and debit processing fees, shipping, fuel discounts (you can use these for your boat too!), and business training for you and your staff. Our business discount plans provide reduced rates on essential business costs, even hotels. We also provide an opportunity to save money at our members' businesses. Have a look for yourself on our <a href="http://secure.kelownachamber.org/coupons" target="_blank">coupons</a> page. For a full list of our discount and savings programs, visit our <a href="/members-benefit/benefits/" target="_blank">Member Exclusives</a> page. </p> <p>Did we mention our <a href="/chamber-group-insurance/" target="_blank">employee benefit program </a>partnership? Our medical, dental and disability plans are affordable – and rate stable due to our national program. If you’re a sole-proprietor this is a great thing to look into as well, as there is no minimum number of employees to be eligible for the program.</p> <p>Need a meeting space? We offer our boardroom for rent at a nominal fee for our members and for our not for profit members, we offer a complimentary rental once per month.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Grow Your Business</strong></p> <p>There are dozens of ways to flourish with the Chamber. 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"content" => "<p><span class="marker"><em>Last Updated: May 20, 2026</em></span></p> <h1>Resources for your business success.</h1> <p data-end="240" data-start="172"><strong data-end="240" data-start="172">Supporting Your Business with Helpful Resources</strong></p> <p data-end="569" data-start="242">One of the most common questions we hear is how to access practical, impactful resources that directly support your business operations. </p> <p data-end="1493" data-start="1243">The below resources include helpful guidance to take the guesswork out of growth. As we uncover new opportunities, we’ll keep this space updated, so you always have access to the most relevant information.</p> <h2 data-end="1493" data-start="1243">BC Government Resources for Businesses</h2> <ul> <li><a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/employment-business/business/managing-a-business">Starting or Managing a Business in BC</a></li> <li><a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/employment-business/business/small-business">Resources and Support for Entrepreneurs in BC</a> <ul> <li><a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/employment-business/business/small-business/resources">Guides & Templates for Businesses</a></li> <li><a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/employment-business/business/small-business/organizations">Business Support Organizations</a></li> <li><a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/employment-business/business/small-business/indigenous-business-resources">Indigenous Business Resources </a></li> </ul> </li> <li><a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/employment-business/business/managing-a-business/starting-a-business">Start Your Business</a></li> <li><a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/employment-business/business/managing-a-business/starting-a-business/evaluate-your-business-idea">Evaluate Your Business Idea</a></li> <li><a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/employment-business/business/managing-a-business/starting-a-business/choosing-your-business-structure">Choose Your Business Structure</a></li> <li><a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/employment-business/business/managing-a-business/starting-a-business/conduct-market-research">Conduct Market Research</a> <ul> <li><a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/employment-business/business/managing-a-business/starting-a-business/conduct-market-research/resources-for-market-research">Resources for Market Research</a></li> </ul> </li> <li><a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content?id=261D9B9234D549EDBD06386C842FB60F">Create a Marketing & Sales Plan</a></li> <li><a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/employment-business/business/managing-a-business/starting-a-business/business-plan">Write a Business Plan</a> <ul> <li><a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/employment-business-and-economic-development/business-management/small-business/business_plan_template.docx">Business Plan Template</a> (DOCX, 123.2 KB)</li> <li><a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/employment-business-and-economic-development/business-management/small-business/cashflow_forecast__template.xlsx">Cashflow Forecast Template</a> (XLSX, 59.8 KB)</li> <li><a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/employment-business-and-economic-development/business-management/small-business/sales_forecast_template.xlsx">Sales Forecast Template</a> (XLSX, 35.6 KB)</li> </ul> </li> <li><a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/employment-business/business/managing-a-business/running-a-business/import-goods-into-canada">Import Goods Into Canada</a></li> <li><a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/employment-business/business/managing-a-business/running-a-business/export-goods-from-canada">Export Goods From Canada</a></li> <li><a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/employment-business-and-economic-development/business-management/small-business/small_business_resources.pdf">Business Resources Handout</a></li> </ul> ", "external_link" => "", "locked" => "0", "cms_children_hidden" => "0", "nav_color" => "" ), "ParentPage" => array( "id" => "332", "title" => "Membership", "page_title" => "Membership", "sub_title" => "", "sef_url" => "members-benefit", "created" => "2016-01-06 17:37:18", "modified" => "2026-04-22 21:35:25", "modified_by" => "3", "is_visible" => "1", "draft" => "0", "parent_id" => null, "order" => "2", "site_id" => "1", "layout_id" => "1", "photo" => null, "content" => "<p> </p> <p><strong>Credibility, Integrity & Reputation</strong></p> <p>Did you know that 63% of consumers are more likely to do business with you if they know you are a Chamber member? 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