LIFT Startups

LIFT Startups A passion project focused on growing an inclusive entrepreneurial community on Vancouver Island.

We want to help you to grow your business and have fun doing it. LIFT Startups: Leading, Inspiring, and Fuelling Talent on Vancouver Island. Led by Liz Wootton (of Human Nature Development) and Leif Jason (of Mastermynde) LIFT is all about building connection and community to empower entrepreneurs and create opportunity in our region. Take full advantage of what we're offering by signing up for ou

r marketing and business development subscriptions at http://liftcomoxvalley.ca/subscribe

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- http://www.twitter.com/ on Twitter
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Get • Hey! time is running out! if you have someone in your circle who could use support during their learning journey...
05/28/2026

Get • Hey! time is running out! if you have someone in your circle who could use support during their learning journey in STEM then share this information with them! ⭐️⭐️⭐️

More info at iwist.ca/scholarship

Get • Join us for our Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, June 16, 2026.This year’s AGM will be offered in a hybrid for...
05/27/2026

Get • Join us for our Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, June 16, 2026.

This year’s AGM will be offered in a hybrid format, giving members the option to participate either virtually or in person.

What is an AGM?

As a member-based organization, the AGM is an opportunity to reflect on the year behind us, share organizational updates, review key business items, and help shape the future direction of VIEA through member participation.

Virtual attendance:
🖥️ AGM formal session
4:30–5:30 PM

In-person attendance:
📍 The Heart Co-Work Space
Unit 302, Ocean Pacific Building
871 Island Highway, Campbell River

⏰ 4:00–6:00 PM

We’re excited to host this year’s in-person gathering at The Heart, a new shared community workspace created by and designed to bring people together across sectors through collaboration, innovation, and community-building.

For those joining us in person, refreshments will be available before and after the formal AGM portion to allow time for networking and conversation.

AGM notices and invitations have been sent to VIEA members. If you believe you should have received one and did not, please reach out and we’ll make sure you receive a copy.

Please RSVP by Wednesday, June 10 at 5:00 PM.

We look forward to sharing what has been happening across VIEA over the last year and seeing everyone there.

Get • Want to make charitable conversations easier, more strategic, and more impactful for clients — and for our commu...
05/24/2026

Get • Want to make charitable conversations easier, more strategic, and more impactful for clients — and for our community?

Join us next week for an engaging educational and networking session designed specifically for estate, tax, and wealth management professionals.

The Comox Valley Community Foundation, with presenting partner Coastwood Private Wealth, invite you to:

GIFTING STRATEGIES & COMMUNITY IMPACT
📍 Crown Isle Ballroom, Courtenay
🗓 Wednesday, May 27, 2026
⏰ 4:00–6:00 PM

Program highlights include:
➡️ Networking reception, appies, and wine
➡️ Community impact with Jolean Finnerty, Executive Director, Comox Valley Community Foundation
➡️ Panel discussion featuring:
• Andrea Rowe, Swift Datoo LLP
• Donna P. Cloutier, Cloutier Matthews CPA
• Matt Beckett, Coastwood Private Wealth
• Interactive discussion around real client scenarios and charitable planning opportunities

We hope you’ll join us for an engaging session — and unwind with us over a glass of wine.

➡️ Link in bio to reserve your seat.
Or contact: 250-338-8444 | [email protected]
Attendance is complimentary but space is limited.

Get • InstagramYour pricing strategy could be breaking the law without you even knowing it 😬On May 27, we’re teaming u...
05/18/2026

Get • Instagram
Your pricing strategy could be breaking the law without you even knowing it 😬

On May 27, we’re teaming up with Competition Bureau Canada for a free workshop built for entrepreneurs, covering everything you need to know about competition law and how it applies to pricing practices.

One hour. Free. Worth it. Link in bio to register! 🔗

Get • 📣 The Campbell River Art Gallery is hiring an Executive Director! 📣The Campbell River Art Gallery (CRAG) is seek...
05/18/2026

Get • 📣 The Campbell River Art Gallery is
hiring an Executive Director! 📣

The Campbell River Art Gallery (CRAG) is seeking a dynamic, experienced, and community-minded Executive Director to lead one of Vancouver Island’s northernmost contemporary public art galleries
into its next chapter.

This is an opportunity for a thoughtful and ambitious cultural leader to help shape the future of a growing institution deeply connected to artists, community, and contemporary social dialogue.

See our job posting for more details: https://www.crartgallery.ca/executive-director/
(Link in bio!)

Applications will begin being reviewed on June 1, 2026,
and the position will remain open until filled.

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Get • I am so excited to share this with you.The Leadership Fundamentals Online Course is built around the nine fundam...
05/16/2026

Get • I am so excited to share this with you.

The Leadership Fundamentals Online Course is built around the nine fundamentals every leader needs: positivity, resilience, healthy competition, team building, productivity, community, psychological safety, relationship intelligence, and bringing out the best in yourself and others.

Here’s the part I love most: You choose how to take it.

Want the full experience? Work through all nine modules and walk away with a complete leadership toolkit. Just want to dig into one area? Pick a single module - psychological safety, resilience, team building, whichever one speaks to where you are right now - and go deep on that.

This program is for individuals who want to grow as leaders, and for organizations ready to invest in their people. It’s self-paced, packed with real stories, practical tools, and exercises you can use right away.

Whether you’re leading a team, running your own business, or simply wanting to show up better at work and at home - there’s something here for you.

Ready to start learning? Visit: ltbleadership.com

**USE PROMOCODE: WELCOME100 for a MAJOR introductory discount.**
Valid Until Tuesday, May 19.

Get • .coworking 📣 Calling all home businesses! You can escape the home office and lock-in 🔒 to ‘work mode’ by coworkin...
05/16/2026

Get • .coworking 📣 Calling all home businesses! You can escape the home office and lock-in 🔒 to ‘work mode’ by coworking at our downtown Parksville space. Bring your laptop and use our reliable high-speed wifi to make the most of your workday. Spark House can also be used for small, in-person meetings in an open-plan environment if you prefer face-to-face catch-ups over glitchy online calls. Elevate your workday experience at Spark House Coworking today.

Get • 🚨 Applications Close on May 15, 2026 | Chief Executive Officer Opportunity 🚨The Greater Nanaimo Chamber of Comme...
05/13/2026

Get • 🚨 Applications Close on May 15, 2026 | Chief Executive Officer Opportunity 🚨

The Greater Nanaimo Chamber of Commerce is seeking a visionary and community-minded Chief Executive Officer to lead the organization into its next chapter of growth, advocacy, and impact.
This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside local businesses, community leaders, and stakeholders to help shape the economic future of Nanaimo and the region.
We are looking for a strategic leader who is passionate about business excellence, collaboration, and building strong community connections.
If you are ready to lead with purpose and make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply.
Applications close on May 15, 2026.
How to Apply: Please send your cover letter and resume by May 15th, 2026 with the subject line “CEO – Nanaimo Chamber” to [email protected]

Get • Long commutes. Endless applications. Trying to figure out your next step. Job searching can feel overwhelming.Yo...
05/11/2026

Get • Long commutes. Endless applications. Trying to figure out your next step. Job searching can feel overwhelming.

You don’t have to navigate it alone. WorkBC Centre can help with job search support, career planning, training opportunities, and more.

Contact us today to learn how we can support your employment journey.

Get • .ca We’re hosting a monthly breakfast conversation.Monthly topics. Always centred on the future of work.This mont...
05/11/2026

Get • .ca We’re hosting a monthly breakfast conversation.

Monthly topics. Always centred on the future of work.
This month: AI + the future of work.

No speaker. No pitches. Just a facilitated conversation.

One hour, everyone has something to contribute.

📅 Friday, May 29 | 7:30–8:30AM
📍 Gather Comox | $15

Space is limited so registration is required.

(Invite a founder friend or leader who’s asking the same questions.).

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