Welcome to Community Futures Accessible Entrepreneurship Programs

Community Futures British Columbia programs provide support to Persons with Disabilities and/or 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals interested in self-employment or who already run a business.

The programs offer eligible participants:

• Access to skills development training.
• Business coaching and mentorship.

Eligibility for EDP:

• You must have a self-declared disability or have been assessed as having a disability.
• You must either own an existing business or have a business idea.
• You should have relevant experience in the proposed business, such as turning a hobby into a business.

Eligibility for PEP:

• You must identify as a member of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
• You must be a resident of British Columbia, Canada.
• You must be committed to attending program sessions and actively participating.
• The program is open to both new and established entrepreneurs.