Eligibility
To participate in the 2025 SBA Training Program, seafood entrepreneurs must be:
BC-based
Indigenous-owned
Small scale
Not owned by a large or foreign company
What You Get
Through the SBA program, you'll benefit from expert training and guidance from experienced coaches and mentors.
Participants in the 2025-26 cohort will receive business support services. While the program is free, participants are expected to commit their time. The program requires a time investment of about 5-10 hours per week over the 4-month duration.
See what previous graduates have to say here.
Program at a Glance
Program Components
Workshops
Virtual workshops covering:
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Market Opportunities/Market Research
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Product Development & Processing
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Food Regulations & Traceability
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Funding & Finance Options
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Other topics based on need
Webinars
Industry experts addressing common considerations.
Topics based on needs, for example: packaging options, grant writing, marketing strategies, etc.
Experts in Residence
Access to mentors to help you implement your plan:
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Market Research & Marketing
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Business & Financial Planning
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Product Development
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Other experts based on needs
Communication Tools
Upon completion of the program, participants will have:
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An Innovation Plan (a roadmap for their idea)
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Professional photographs & story
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Product marketing/business system prototype
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Presented product & marketing prototypes to potential stakeholders