Jun 27, 2017 | BC, Business, Social Venture Challenge
Any skier who has thrown out an old pair of skis can appreciate the pain involved in the process. A non-skier might think “what’s the big deal?”, but a skier knows that a simple pair of skis can represent innumerable mountain memories… laughter, tears, joy, awe,...
May 24, 2017 | BC, Business, Social Venture Challenge
Jeff Anderson started making homemade dog treats not because he knew he wanted to start a business, but because he wanted healthier food for his beloved canine companions, Doobie and Lilly. At eleven years old, Doobie had developed several lumps on his body. After...
Jul 15, 2016 | Business, Social innovation
The Social Venture Challenge (SVC) 2016 builds upon the success of our 2015 program and continues to encourage, support and grow new social ventures in the Squamish, Whistler, Pemberton and Lillooet region through capacity building, mentorship, and raising awareness....
Mar 2, 2016 | Business, Economic Development, Events
As Globe 2016, North America’s largest and most influential sustainable business leadership summit, unfolds in Vancouver this week, it’s a good time to reflect on how each of our own organizations are creating impact, and how we can further use innovation in business...
Feb 24, 2016 | Business, Whistler
Make an impact, nominate an organization for the Sustainability in Action Business Award The Whistler Excellence Awards celebrate Whistler’s innovators, trailblazers and community cultivators. With over 200 locals together for one night, Whistler’s black tie...
Nov 26, 2015 | Business, Economic Development
BC Buy Local Week to be celebrated in the Sea to Sky Corridor BC Buy Local Week is an annual celebration of local business. Local businesses contribute to the uniqueness, authenticity, economic diversity and resilience of our communities. Shifting even 1% of personal...
