Business
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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Access these resources using your WVML card.
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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 only.
Click here for a tutorial on how to use LinkedIn Learning.
- Download the Linkedin Learning app from Google Play/ Apple App Store
- Open the app
- Tap on "Sign in"
- Select "Sign in with your library card"
- Enter "westvanlibrary" as your Library ID
- Tap on "Continue"
- Enter your Library Barcode and PIN
- Tap on "Continue"
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:
- 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
- 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.
- Tap on the app to open it and then select Sign in.
- Then select Email and enter your email address and the password that you created in step 1.
- 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 only
ON THE SHELF
Check these out the next time you’re in the Library.
Business Magazines & Newspapers
Business Magazines & Newspapers
on the web
These recommended websites are free and easily accessible! All you need is an internet connection.
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.
Provides free accounting and bookkeeping training, lessons, and help and guidance is on the way.
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 (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
The BC Chamber of Commerce is the largest and most broadly-based business organization in B.C. They represent local chambers of commerce and boards of trade in communities throughout the province. Every year, their members develop policies that reflect the needs of B.C. businesses.
The Canadian Chamber of Commers supports businesses in Canada through advocacy, and providing programs, and resources to it’s members. They have a Business Data Lab which provides future-focused, real-time data and insights for all company sizes, sectors and regions of Canada.
The West Vancouver Chamber of Commerce is a not-for-profit organization that is dedicated to promoting, enhancing, and facilitating all forms of business in West Vancouver. They put on events, have training opportunities and a great resources page.
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 (NVBC) was initiated 21 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 3100 startups across the Province.
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