Innovation Island
#13 - 327 Prideaux Street V9R 2N4 Nanaimo, BC, Canada

Looking forward to this session with the Campbell River & District Chamber of Commerce tomorrow where we share information about the DER3 program and share some success stories of how we have helped clients #getdigital

On Thursday Evening we hosted an awesome tech talk virtuall in the Cowichan Valley. Brought to you by Economic Development Cowichan. We held a contest and promised to anncouce it today, Nov 30th, 2020. Mind our GM's hair and lack of makeup she has been on the go since 5am! Watch now to reveal of the contest winner of the Rocky Creek Wine Rocky Creek Winery Katherine's Sparkle 2017 @rockeycreekwine-

We were super thrilled with the turnout for our Cowichan Tech Talk last night. Best line of the night "when are the robots coming Graham, well Jennifer, they are already here". Lots of great insight in to the future of tech and what we all should be thinking about. Today kicks off with two workshops focused on tech and innovation companies. There is still time to register one is at 10am and the other is 1pm.... To Register go here: https://www.ecdevcowichan.com/cowichan-talks-tech/ Cowichan Valley Regional District

The countdown is on. If you haven't registered for our super cool online event "tonight" with Economic Development Cowichan and Cowichan Valley Regional District, there is still time. Join Graham Truax as he discusses "How to Thrive in a World Disrupted". Thanks to Business Examiner News Group for the article and shout out. To register please go to: https://www.ecdevcowichan.com/cowichan-talks-tech/... And if you are a tech company, sign up for the workshop sessions on Friday where Graham will discuss how to perfect your pitch and funding options for tech companies.

We are thrilled to be a featured business in Douglas magazine alongside our southern counterpart VIATEC to highlight our highly successful Digital Economy Rapid Response and Resiliency program, DER3. Over 500 island businesses entered the program since April and through a joint effort, and our combined technology experience, have helped these businesses enter and expand into the digital economy. Whether through website development to include ecommerce or to expand their digi...tal marketing strategy, we could not be more thrilled to see so many businesses not only succeeding but thriving in these trying times. Because of these success stories, the program has been extended until February 2021, so if your business is struggling or needs any kind of assistance to #getdigital submit your application today. Greater Victoria businesses can connect to the program through VIATEC here: https://www.viatec.ca/cpages/der3 Businesses from the Malahat north can connect through Innovation Island here: https://innovationisland.ca/der3/smb/ #der3 #getdigital #digitaleconomyresponseprogram #digitaleconomy #digital #digitize #digitalresources #godigital #business #supportlocalbusiness #islandstrong #inittogether #innovationisland #innovation #islandtech #vanisletech #bcaccelerator #techisland #bctech #bcbusiness #innovatebc #buildstaygrow #cdntesch #startups #vancouverislandtech #techisland #startup #tech #techstartup #technology #collaboration #startuplife #lovewhereyoulive #lovewhereyouwork #vancouverisland #islandentreprenuers #theresnoplacelikehome #entrepreneur #getstuffdone #digitalhelp #techislandlife #VIATEC #YYJTech #scaleup #bcbusiness #techevents #womenintech

Exciting to be hosting a DER3 session in the lovely Campbell River. Thanks Campbell River & District Chamber of Commerce for hosting. See you "online" Dec 2, 2020 10:00 AM Register at: https://intraworks.zoom.us//tJwuf-GrqzsvHt1o3_SqokiohtsabE

Exciting to be hosting our "virtual" tech talks in Cowichan at the end of the month. If you live in the Cowichan area and are a tech entrepreneur and looking for help with your presenting your pitch or are you seeking funding, these workshops are for you. Click here to register and for more information - https://www.ecdevcowichan.com/cowichan-talks-tech/ Cowichan Valley Regional District Community Futures British Columbia Duncan Cowichan Chamber of Commerce

Are you attending the VIEA 2020 Summit? If not there is still time to register. We are facilitating a session tomorrow Oct 27th called: The Pros and Cons of Going Digital. Where our ED Graham, will be discussing what it's like to work from home, compete online and what doing more business virtually looks like with three fantastic presenters. Leah from - Tremain Media Tom from Medium Rare Interactive Inc. Cam from Walcan Seafood... Jennifer our GM was part of the VIEA Program Committee for 2020, so she did have behind the scenes look and helped shape the program but can't wait to attend to see how it all unfolds. Are you attending? If so, did you download the app? (it's super cool and the first time it's being used for VIEA). The Vancouver Island Economic Alliance Not attending: there is still time to register - https://bit.ly/3kvcKwM

FUNDING ALERT: Small Food Processors - Food Business Refresh Program Here @innnovationisland we are on many lists, newsletters and email blasts and this one came today and I wanted to share. This is the information straight from the email -- Please share with small food processors in your community. Registration has been strong (2/3 full) but spots still remain. Applications are being accepted until November 9th. Please note that funded implementation is a component of the ...program as well. Food Business Refresh program https://www.foodbusinessrefresh.ca/ if accepted into the Food Business Refresh program, micro and small food processors would be given free customized training/coaching, technical support and funded implementation. This opportunity is unique from other business support programs in that they will receive guided, hands-on support, tailored to their company’s situation and objectives, specific to small scale, artisanal food processing. They would work with a dedicated support team of food industry specialists to help them assess their situation, develop a plan, and technical support to implement that plan. Applications are being accepted until November 9th. All details and application information are on the website. https://www.foodbusinessrefresh.ca/ The Food Business Refresh program was developed in consultation with the Small Scale Food Processor Association and the B.C. Ministry of Agriculture.

Day 2 of the The The Vancouver Island Economic Alliance. Best quote of the day yesterday that related to technology! Thanks Dr. Bull #getdigital #technologyadoption #visummit #economicsummit2020 #VIAlliance