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We took the lead in 2017 to get a sanctioned Destination Trail Network started in the Lake Cowichan Region.

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If you haven't heard - Savvy CEO is BACK! This Oc If you haven't heard - Savvy CEO is BACK! This October Community Futures Cowichan is once again launching it’s successful Savvy CEO program for female business owners in the Cowichan Valley who want to grown their business. During the 7 month program you will dive into leadership and communication skills, clarify your values and how they drive your business and learn to set boundaries to prevent burnout. The program size is just 10, so you will be well supported by other women who truly get it. YOUR SEAT is WAITING. Pre-requisite: 1. You have been in business 3+ years. 2. Operate your business in the Cowichan Valley. INVESTMENT: Three hours -once a month 3pm to 6pm - the Second Thursday of the month. Starts October 9th and Finishes April 9th. $250 if you Register before September 19. $299 after September 19. Monthly payment options available. HOW TO REGISTER: Direct Registration: Instagram - Link in BIO https://form.jotform.com/251987276595073 Website + Savvy CEO info + Registration: Instagram - Link in BIO https://cfcowichan.ca/.../savvy-ceo-program-for-female.../ #SavvyCEO #FemaleEntrepreneursinthecowichanvalley #communityfuturescowichan
The Saunders Family Foundation and Cowichan Valley The Saunders Family Foundation and Cowichan Valley Golf Club invite you to their Charity Golf Tournament on September 19 at 3:30 pm —fun, community spirit, and support for urgent primary healthcare needs. Proceeds fund solutions for Lake Cowichan and the Cowichan Valley. Join them, connect, and help prevent further decline. Sponsorship opportunities are also available for local businesses and individuals who want to show their support and gain recognition throughout the event. To register or for more information contact Dave Saunders 250-213-9407 or saund@telus.net
If you haven't heard - Savvy CEO is BACK! This Oc If you haven't heard - Savvy CEO is BACK! This October Community Futures Cowichan is once again launching it’s successful Savvy CEO program for female business owners in the Cowichan Valley who want to grown their business. During the 7 month program you will dive into leadership and communication skills, clarify your values and how they drive your business and learn to set boundaries to prevent burnout. The program size is just 10, so you will be well supported by other women who truly get it. YOUR SEAT is WAITING. Pre-requisite: 1. You have been in business 3+ years. 2. Operate your business in the Cowichan Valley. INVESTMENT: Three hours -once a month 3pm to 6pm - the Second Thursday of the month. Starts October 9th and Finishes April 9th. $250 if you Register before September 19. $299 after September 19. Monthly payment options available. HOW TO REGISTER: Direct Registration: Instagram - Link in BIO https://form.jotform.com/251987276595073 Website + Savvy CEO info + Registration: Instagram - Link in BIO https://cfcowichan.ca/.../savvy-ceo-program-for-female.../ #SavvyCEO #FemaleEntrepreneursinthecowichanvalley #communityfuturescowichan
AI Upskilling Central Island for Small Business – Work Smarter, Not Harder with AI. Only 20 Seats Available: Open to Central Island Employers & Staff Registration deadline is Friday August 29th, 2025 $2,999 Value – Yours for as low as $199 Hufnagel Consulting Community Futures Central Vancouver Island What’s included: Three AI Workshops: Three 2-hour cohort sessions delivered over 3 months Workshop 1: AI Awareness – Foundations for Small Business Success Workshop 2: AI Awareness & Business Efficiency – Exploring Generative AI Workshop 3: AI Readiness – Laying the Groundwork for Implementation Office Hours: Four 1-hour drop-in sessions for additional support AI Community of Practice: Full access until the end of the program Together, these three workshops guide you from initial curiosity to practical readiness. They offer a clear, supportive path toward AI adoption. By combining foundational knowledge, peer learning, and hands-on practice, we’ll help you build your AI intuition and start unlocking the benefits of AI in ways that align with your unique goals and capacity. Our format and content stay flexible and responsive to the evolving AI and digital landscape to ensure you get continued relevance and impact. Program Dates: Group 1: 12:00p.m. – September 8th (Workshop 1), October 27th (Workshop 2) & November 24th (Workshop 3) Group 2: 4:00p.m. – September 15th (Workshop 1), November 3rd & (Workshop 2) December 1st (Workshop 3) Program Cost : First 10 seats: $199 Next 5 seats: $249 Final 5 seats: $299 Complete all 3 sessions and receive a $100 credit toward the advanced program launching in January 2026. More information at https://www.cfnanaimo.org/aiupskilling/?fbclid=IwY2xjawMcBERleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFUUUNlRWZ2UkJ6bzk5YnZsAR5G02SyQKX0hBeB7ga_ws7BqAkQGheKIF80Qspr6QDcurbXKSxMJJ-PgZiGxQ_aem_e4BIEFgVJA7Xg3uKZSoJdQ Registration: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdyOANGFN-2T4BbtEdwQXNvQ5JwOwggTUWyj-8tMEicuxr7hQ/viewform
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