Ignite

• Permanent Resident, Refugee (Government-Assisted and Privately Sponsored, not accepting refugee claimants) or Protected Person
• Employed, unemployed or under-employed

• BC Resident
• Employed, unemployed or under-employed
• Live-in Caregiver or Temporary Foreign Worker with approval in principle.

• Individual who has been selected to become a Permanent Resident and who has been informed by a letter from IRCC.

Business Launch

• The IGNITE team will set you up for success, grow your network, support the official launch of your business and all necessary business activities.

Ideation Aid

• Refine your business concept.
• Identify a viable business venture.

One-on-one Guidance

• Develop your business plan.
• Learn business financial management.
• Learn how to test your product or service and develop it.

Skills and Knowledge Gap Support

• Overcome gaps in skills and experience to build a successful business.
• Learn how to market your business.

Industry Knowledge Help

• Learn how to connect with industry experts and other professionals to gain targeted business advice.
• Become familiar with market trends and regulatory requirements.