Have you ever tried to navigate the Fortis BC website to find information on grants for SMALL businesses? It can be overwhelming, to say the least. Many grants and programs are targeted at larger businesses and don't necessarily meet the needs of smaller businesses. Thankfully, Fortis recognizes this and has introduced new programs aimed specifically at BC's plethora of small businesses. And you won't even have to search their website to find out about these programs because we're bringing the information to you.

All members of the Strathcona BIA, Mount Pleasant BIA, Chinatown BIA, and Hastings Crossing BIA are invited to attend an informational lunch on June 8 featuring Jenelle Hameluck from Fortis BC. Jenelle's role at Fortis is to work with small businesses to reduce their energy use and help them access grants that are available to them. She'll give a 45 minute presentation on energy saving tips, incentive programs, and new programs that are targeted at small businesses. Lunch will be served at noon and there will be plenty of time after Jenelle's presentation for attendees to ask her questions. 

If you own a building in any of these areas, this information is pertinent to you. Jenelle will show you how you can get funding to replace existing equipment with energy efficient alternatives. You will save money on your purchase costs and your ongoing operational costs. You will also save the time of trying to find the information on your own.

Please RSVP by June 3 to allow us time to book catering. To register after June 3, you will need to call 604-258-2727 to join a waiting list.

If you have any special dietary requirements, please send an email to sustainabilitysbia@telus.net