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Looking to start a new business or expand your existing company? These resources can help connect you to programs, funding, and expert advice!

See also: Consumer Information, Statistics & Data, and Job Search & Careers

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  • Last updated: December 3, 2024

Visit the Library to find specialized resources for your business. The Library has an excellent collection of print books and ebooks on all aspects of owning and operating a business. In the Library, you can read the latest issue of magazines and find local, national, and international newspapers. You can also access current online magazines and newspapers from around the world. 

In our Community Computing Centre, you can print, scan, photocopy, and more.  We have comfortable desks for focused work and café style seating that is perfect for informal meetings. Our newest technology resource is our state-of-the-art Recording Studio.

Plus, borrow from our “library of things,” including Chromebook laptops, microphone kits, light therapy lamps, and this professional development activity for your staff.

Boost your West Van business with a WVML card

LIBRARY DATABASES

Access these resources using your WVML card.

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Search B.C. public and academic libraries and request items through interlibrary loan.

LinkedIn Learning

Watch courses on business, creative, and technology skills. LinkedIn Learning offers more than 8,000 on-demand courses to help you build professional skills across a range of job functions, plus all of the 7,000 courses previously offered on Lynda.com. Support for additional languages, such as French, German, Japanese, Spanish, Mandarin, and Portuguese, is included. Click here to see FAQ.

Download the app: iOS | Android. Use Library ID westvanlibrary.

Access Information: Licensed for West Vancouver residents, students, and business owners only.

Click here for a tutorial on how to use LinkedIn Learning.

Instructions for first time mobile users:
  1. Download the Linkedin Learning app from Google Play/ Apple App Store
  2. Open the app
  3. Tap on "Sign in"
  4. Select "Sign in with your library card"
  5. Enter "westvanlibrary" as your Library ID
  6. Tap on "Continue"
  7. Enter your Library Barcode and PIN
  8. Tap on "Continue"

O’Reilly

The O'Reilly digital platform includes books, videos, expert playlists and audiobooks, as well as resources from approximately 200 of the world’s leading publishers in business and technology. Topics range from programming to cybersecurity to project management to communications to presentation skills. The content includes certification test prep materials, on-demand training videos, and much more.

Access Information: Licensed for West Vancouver residents, students, and business owners only.

PressReader

Digital versions of current newspapers and magazines from all over the world, in dozens of languages. Search by country, language or name of newspaper. Includes today's Vancouver Sun and Province. Rolling archives of all papers, from five to 90 days old. Use the app to access and download your favourite titles anywhere.

New to PressReader? View a tutorial.

Use the browser version, or download the app: iOS | Android 
Note: users will need to log into their account again every three days.

Instructions for first time mobile users:

  1. Before using the app, you will need to create a PressReader account via the WVML website.
  • Open PressReader (access this link from the Library's Magazines & Newspapers page)
  • Enter your WVML card number and PIN
  • Then select Sign In at the top
  • Then select New user? Sign up now and enter your first and last name, email address, and choose a password
  1. Once you have created an account, download the app by going to the Google Play Store (Android devices) or the App Store (Apple mobile devices) and searching for and installing PressReader.
  2. Tap on the app to open it and then select Sign in.
  3. Then select Email and enter your email address and the password that you created in step 1.
  4. Now you can start to browse publications or search for a specific publication.

Note: When you use our website to navigate to the PressReader site, you have to type your WVML card number and PIN. This authorizes you to use PressReader for 3 days. After 3 days, you have to go through the steps above to authenticate and sign in to your account again.

Access Information: Licensed for West Vancouver residents, students, and business owners only.

ON THE SHELF

Check these out the next time you’re in the Library.

Get Into the Business Mindset

Get Into the Business Mindset

Simply Put by Ben Guttmann
Simply Put by Ben Guttmann
The Canadian Business Owner's Guide to Reconciliation by Alison Tedford Seaweed
The Canadian Business Owner's Guide to Reconciliation by Alison Tedford Seaweed
Write your Business Plan
Write your Business Plan
Microskills by Adaira Landry
Microskills by Adaira Landry
Rise up by Ali Grovue
Rise up by Ali Grovue
Influence by Robert B. Cialdini
Influence by Robert B. Cialdini
Business Magazines & Newspapers

Business Magazines & Newspapers

BC Business
BC Business
Consumer Reports
Consumer Reports
The Economist
The Economist
Forbes
Forbes
Fortune
Fortune
MIT Technology Review
MIT Technology Review

on the web

These recommended websites are free and easily accessible! All you need is an internet connection.

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BC Codes

British Columbia Codes provide the minimum requirements for a safely built environment and are the product of a unique partnership between industry practitioners, construction technology experts, and provincial regulators.

Business Development Bank of Canada

The Business Development Bank of Canada supports small and medium-sized businesses in all industries and at every stage of growth with money and advice.

Canadian Business for Social Responsibility

Canadian Business for Social Responsibility (CBSR) is Canada’s only membership association for companies co-creating a sustainable, equitable future. Established in 1995, CBSR is a pioneer in championing the idea that businesses do better – by every measure – when they operate in a socially and environmentally responsible way.

Canadian Industry Statistics

Canadian Industry Statistics (CIS) analyses industry data on many economic indicators using the most recent data from Statistics Canada. CIS looks at industry trends and financial information, such as GDP, Labour Productivity, Manufacturing and Trade

Futurpreneur

A non-profit organization providing financing, mentoring and support tools to aspiring business owners ages 18 – 39.

Innovation Canada

This Government of Canada service provides funding and expert advice to drive new collaborations. Their flagship programs and services are designed to help businesses innovate, create jobs and grow Canada's economy.

They have a Business Benefits Finder which will create a tailored list of government programs and services for your business. From funding to advice, everything you need. All in one place.

New Ventures BC

New Ventures BC (NVBC) was initiated 24 years ago by Wal van Lierop to support early-stage tech startups. They run the annual New Ventures BC Competition, and a Distance Venture Acceleration Program. This Competition has helped over 3500 startups across the Province.

Persian Business Network

Persian Business Network’s primary objective is to assist its members in ways to improve their business by establishing a word-of-mouth referral network among its members, and ultimately by establishing outstanding relationships with other business communities.

Small Business BC

Small Business BC is a champion and resource centre small business entrepreneurs. They have information to help start and grow your business. They have a range of supports including free resources

UBC Small Business Accelerator

The Small Business Accelerator offers free online access to reliable business information and tools for secondary market research for BC businesses and entrepreneurs

West Vancouver Chamber of Commerce

A membership-based organization that provides entrepreneurs and businesses with promotional services, networking and educational opportunities, sponsorship options, and more.

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