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Welcome to Aboriginal BEST. This program is supported by the BC Ministry of Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation and Service Canada, Aboriginal BEST provides job creation and skills training. The program offers a training series that focuses on helping participants identify viable business ideas and determine their feasibility. Participants will conduct market research, write business plans, and explore financing options. They'll learn all about how ot make money through Self-Employment!

Aboriginal BEST:
Is for Aboriginal , Metis, and Inuit, STATUS or NON-STATUS, who are interested in becoming self-employed or starting their own business. It is for both those who have a solid idea and want to see it happen, and for those who have an interest in business but have no specific idea yet.
This program is FREE! There is no charge for any part of the program. Includes 12 sessions of training with snacks and beverages at each session.

Topics Include
101 Business Ideas for Aboriginal Entrepeneurs
Polishing Your Idea
Building Your Business Plan
Market Strategy
Financing and Tax
Assessing Your Idea
Market Research
Operations Strategy
Operating Challenges
E-Business
Participant Presentations. Where do we go from here?

Program Includes
Business Coaching
On-going mentoring
Help to start and grow your business
Aboriginal and local speakers

The Aboriginal BEST program is offered in the following locations:
Adult Ed. Centre
750 Cottonwood
Kamloops BC
Starts at 5:00PM, Wednesday, October 14, 2009

For more information contact Secwepemc Cultural Education Society
ask for George Kaliszewski or Louise Alphonse @ 250.828.9779

To Register for this program, please go to the website.

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