Skip to content
Logo
  • Apply for a Loan
  • Training & Workshops
  • Contact Us
Questions? Call us!
Apply Now
  • Small Business Loans
    • Business Plan Workbook & Resources
    • Loan Calculator & Apply
    • Loan FAQs
    • Micro Loans Program
    • Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Program
  • Business Resources
    • Loan Calculator & Apply
    • Training & Workshops
    • Starting a Business
    • Craft Your Business Plan with ChatGPT
    • Buying & Selling a Business
    • Registering a Business
    • Female Entrepreneurs
    • FAQs
    • Export Navigator
  • Volunteer with Us
  • News
  • About Us
    • Our Clients
    • Meet the Staff
    • CFC Publications
    • Community Projects
  • Get in Touch
Logo
Questions?
Apply Now
Menu
×
  • Small Business Loans
    • Business Plan Workbook & Resources
    • Loan Calculator & Apply
    • Loan FAQs
    • Micro Loans Program
    • Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Program
  • Business Resources
    • Loan Calculator & Apply
    • Training & Workshops
    • Starting a Business
    • Craft Your Business Plan with ChatGPT
    • Buying & Selling a Business
    • Registering a Business
    • Female Entrepreneurs
    • FAQs
    • Export Navigator
  • Volunteer with Us
  • News
  • About Us
    • Our Clients
    • Meet the Staff
    • CFC Publications
    • Community Projects
  • Get in Touch
Logo
Questions? Call us!
×
  • Small Business Loans
    • Business Plan Workbook & Resources
    • Loan Calculator & Apply
    • Loan FAQs
    • Micro Loans Program
    • Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Program
  • Business Resources
    • Loan Calculator & Apply
    • Training & Workshops
    • Starting a Business
    • Craft Your Business Plan with ChatGPT
    • Buying & Selling a Business
    • Registering a Business
    • Female Entrepreneurs
    • FAQs
    • Export Navigator
  • Volunteer with Us
  • News
  • About Us
    • Our Clients
    • Meet the Staff
    • CFC Publications
    • Community Projects
  • Get in Touch

Business Tips

How Businesses Can Harness the Power of AI Technology 

By Community Futures
AI group at table

In today’s fast-paced world, businesses are constantly seeking ways to streamline operations, improve efficiency, and stay competitive. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative technology, offering businesses of all sizes the tools to work smarter, not harder.

Read More

Why Upgrading Your Business Skills and Knowledge Matters 

By Community Futures
Business school

As the leaves begin to turn and the air cools, there’s a familiar feeling that comes with September; the back-to-school season. But it’s not just for kids any more. For business owners and entrepreneurs, it’s the perfect time to consider “going back to school” to upgrade your skills and knowledge.

Read More

Embrace the Business Award Season in Cowichan Valley, BC

By Community Futures
Awards stage

As the leaves begin to change and the year progresses, it’s that time again—business award season. At Community Futures Cowichan, we recognize the importance of celebrating the achievements and contributions of our local businesses.

Read More

How Community Futures Cowichan Helps Female Entrepreneurs

By Community Futures
Female Entrepreneur

In the heart of Cowichan, there is a new growing momentum in the Cowichan business community. Female entrepreneurs are gradually reshaping the region’s economic landscape. At Community Futures Cowichan, we proudly support female entrepreneurs and witness their incredible impact on our community.

Read More

Crafting a Comprehensive Business Plan

By Community Futures
Business plan

Here at Community Futures Cowichan, drawing from our extensive experience, we are committed to imparting insights into the art of composing a business plan that not only captivates investors but also steers you towards success.

Read More

Latest News

  • AI Summer School Workshop – Business Workshop
  • How Businesses Can Harness the Power of AI Technology 
  • Celebrating Small Businesses
  • Why Upgrading Your Business Skills and Knowledge Matters 
  • Embrace the Business Award Season in Cowichan Valley, BC

News Categories

  • Business Tips (5)
  • CF Events (2)
  • CF News (2)
  • Community Events (1)
  • Funding News (2)

communityfuturescowichan

Providing Business loans, business advice and business supports to the Cowichan Valley.

📢 New Workshop Alert! 🎥✨ August 19th 1 📢 New Workshop Alert! 🎥✨ 

August 19th 

10:00am – 11:00am 

Grow your business sustainably with AI working as your behind-the-scenes team. This session shows how to delegate tasks, build systems, and plan growth using AI support - even without hiring additional staff. 

Can’t make it live? No worries! Register now, and you’ll get access to the recording for 30 days in your myCommunityFutures account under “My Activities” once the workshop concludes. 

🔗 Register today: https://www.mycommunityfuturesbc.ca/webinars/1042/scaling_your_business_with_ai/ 

Participation in this workshop is free of charge within select CF-service regions. Outside of these areas, you can still join for a fee-for-service. Please check the eligibility details on the myCommunityFutures website. 

#myCommunityFutures #CFBCWorkshop #communityfuturesbc #cfbc  #RuralBusinessBC
Everyone is screaming for ice cream today. We are Everyone is screaming for ice cream today. 
We are happy to support our local Dairy Queen and friend Travis in their Miracle Treat Day!
Instagram post 18082650244848200 Instagram post 18082650244848200
📢 New Workshop Alert! 🎥✨ August 14th 1 📢 New Workshop Alert! 🎥✨ 

August 14th 

10:00am – 11:00am 

Is your business strategy feeling a bit scattered, or are you unsure how to make the most of the rest of 2025? If so, this workshop will help you reflect on your progress, clarify your top priorities, and create a focused roadmap for the rest of the year. You'll leave with a simple, actionable framework to help you grow your business and finish the year strong. 

Can’t make it live? No worries! Register now, and you’ll get access to the recording for 30 days in your myCommunityFutures account under “My Activities” once the workshop concludes. 

🔗 Register today: https://www.mycommunityfuturesbc.ca/webinars/1047/summer_reset:_clarity_for_strategic_growth/ 

Participation in this workshop is free of charge within select CF-service regions. Outside of these areas, you can still join for a fee-for-service. Please check the eligibility details on the myCommunityFutures website. 

#myCommunityFutures #CFBCWorkshop #communityfuturesbc #cfbc  #RuralBusinessBC 
@communityfuturesbc
Follow on Instagram

logo-600-white-v3
WEDC logos
SDE
Each year Community Futures receives core operating funds from Western Economic Diversification Canada, a department within the Ministry of Innovation, Science and Economic Development.

Get In Touch!

250-746-1004

135 Third Street, Duncan, B.C. V9L 1R9

Email our office

Community Futures Cowichan is grateful to the Coast Salish peoples, on whose unceded territories we do business, learn and grow together in a spirit of community, collaboration, and reconciliation.

Huy tseep q'u.

Business Hours

Monday
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Sat/Sun
Closed
Leave a Google Review
Facebook Instagram

About Us

Community Futures is a non-profit community business financing organization created to support small and medium-sized enterprises throughout rural BC, paving the way for diversified local economies and job creation.

Through local community economic development initiatives, Community Futures sustains and improves communities and their economies by creating long-term, sustainable businesses.

© 2025 Community Futures Cowichan. All Rights Reserved. | Privacy Policy | Powered By Market2All

Scroll To Top