Modern day Squamish is built on the passion and vision of local entrepreneurs and small business owners. In a small, but rapidly growing community, without major industry it is up to these creative and driven people to initiate opportunity and stimulate the local economy. Enjoy meeting the people behind the businesses in Squamish BC.

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Squamish Businesses Still Serving the Community

COVID-19 has changed our lives in only a few weeks. Canadians are doing their part to contain the virus, staying indoors or keeping a safe distance from others. Many businesses have closed to protect the public and their employees.  We started…
Social Media Mistakes to Avoid in 2018

Social Media Mistakes to Avoid in 2018

Social media might seem like an easy option to promote your brand or business, but mistakes are commonly made. When not handled properly, you will not have social media success or only obtain mediocre results. However, if you can avoid making…
Squamish’s Most Work-Friendly Coffee Shops
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Squamish’s Most Work-Friendly Coffee Shops

Many individuals work from home or satellite offices. They have the freedom to take their work with them which means some mornings or afternoons its lovely to work from one of Squamish’s local coffee houses. At the favorite spots, you can…
How to Get Your First 1,000 Followers on Instagram

How to Get Your First 1,000 Followers on Instagram

The social media giant Instagram is a growing platform that lets individuals, businesses, and brands expand their reach. As a business owner, you can use the site to humanize your brand, reach potential customers, feature your products, portray…
Serving the Communities Growing Demand for Shared Working Space
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The Common: Serving the Communities Growing Demand for Shared Working Space

A new boutique co-working space recently opened in Downtown Squamish. The space serves as a brick and mortar office for local entrepreneurs and telecommuters to work from, while offering opportunities for collaboration, connection and networking. The…
Mobile Office: How to Start Your Own Business

Mobile Office: How to Start Your Own Business

Could you join the emerging Digital Squamish and fund your Squamish Adventure? The beauty and appeal of living in Squamish is Canada’s worst kept secret this has led to rising house prices and livings costs. Squamish is already attracting…
The Adventure of Starting your own business

The Adventure of Starting Your Own Business

It may be a small town, but Squamish is full of entrepreneurial spirit and the opportunities are endless. If you’re thinking about starting a business here, be prepared for some ups and downs, but know you’re in a great place. Why Squamish? The…
Stories from the Entrepreneurs of Squamish.
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Stories from the Entrepreneurs of Squamish - Pt 1: The Freshies

Modern day Squamish is built on the passion and vision of local entrepreneurs and small business owners. Last month I had the pleasure of connecting with 27 local Squamish business owners. We spoke about what brought them to town and the…
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Stories from the Entrepreneurs of Squamish - Pt 2: The Take Offs

Modern day Squamish is built on the passion and vision of local entrepreneurs and small business owners. Last month, I had the pleasure of meeting with some amazing local business owners to talk about what brought them to town and the biggest…
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Stories from the Entrepreneurs of Squamish - Pt 3: The Rooted

  Modern day Squamish is built on the passion and vision of local entrepreneurs and small business owners. Last month, I had the pleasure of meeting with some amazing local business owners to talk about what brought them to town and the biggest…
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Stories from the Entrepreneurs of Squamish - Pt 4: The Masters

  Welcome to the final installment our four part series interviewing the top entrepreneurs in Squamish.  Last month, I had the pleasure of meeting with some amazing local business owners to talk about what brought them to town and the biggest…

Squamish: The New Digital Capital of Canada?

An Emerging Digital Squamish Better known for its world class outdoors, here’s five reasons Squamish is well on its way to be known as the next digital capital of Canada. 1) Look Who’s In Town Already Unknown to even locals, Squamish boosts…