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overlayCommunity Futures RevelstokeHelping businesses to succeed and grow in Revelstoke for over 25 years -
Business Counselling & LoansHave a business idea, but don't know where to start?
Need financing to get you going? We can help!overlay -
Basin Business Advisor ProgramOffering one-to-one, confidential business counselling and assessment services.overlay -
Self Employment ProgramOne-on-one business counselling, workshops, and financial assistance for business start-ups.overlay -
Best Practices AwardCommunity Futures Revelstoke receiving the Best Practices Award at the Community Futures BC Fall Conference.overlay
About Us
The Community Futures Development Corporation (CFDC) of Revelstoke is a non-profit community based agency providing services to both new and existing Revelstoke entrepreneurs. These services include one-on-one business counselling and advice, business planning assistance, business training, the self-employment program, and business financing for start-up and existing businesses.
our mission
The CFDC will be a leader in the diversification and development of the economy and in improving the quality of life for all members of our community.
our vision
Revelstoke will be a leader in achieving a sustainable community by balancing environmental, social and economic values within a local, regional and global context.
Business Support Services
We can help!
Business Loans Program
Need a loan to get your business started? Have an existing business, but want to expand? Community Futures can loan up to $150,000 for start-ups or expansion.
Business Planning Assistance
Want to explore an idea for a small business? Considering starting one up or purchasing an existing operation? Community Futures can provide you with information regarding business planning, financing and general information about the business resources in the community.
Self Employment Program
The Self Employment Program provides financial assistance, business training and business advice to eligible individuals who want to become self-employed. The SE Program is delivered by Community Futures in partnership with the Employment Program of BC.
Basin Business Advisors Program
Owners of existing small- to medium- sized businesses in the Columbia Basin, including social enterprises, can access the BBA program, which provides free, one-to-one, confidential business counselling and assessment services.
Projects
Fabrication Lab Project
Fabrication Lab Survey Working in collaboration with the City of Revelstoke’s Community Economic Development department on creating a Fabrication Lab in our community we have created a survey to help collect the valuable information that is required. The focus of creating this facility will help to strengthen local companies and entrepreneurs. Together we can create […]
Living Wage Final Report
Living Wage Calculation Update Living Wage for Families BC has just released updated calculations across the province – including Revelstoke. To learn more about the Revelstoke Calculation and the Living Wage for Families Campaign, view the following links: NEW Living Wage Media Release (April 2018) Living Wage Media Release Living Wage Revelstoke Media Release A […]
Young Entrepreneurs PowerPlay
Young Entrepreneurs PowerPlay Community Future Revelstoke and School District 19 elementary schools are teaming up with an exciting program to offer to students in Grades 4-7. Students create a product and do all the marketing and money management on their own in class. Community Futures offers a mini micro loan to students who need them and […]
What's New
Community Farming
Community Farm – Pilot Project Community Connections, in partnership with Community Futures, is working to develop a small farm to incubate new farmers. At this stage we are looking for people who are interested in leasing a small plot of land , at a below-market lease rate, for multiple years, during the pilot-phase of this […]
Agri-Food Business Planning Workshop
Agri-Food Business Planning Workshop Community Connections is proud to host a two-day, eight module business and marketing development workshop for food processors in Revelstoke on March 12th and 13th. This workshop is intended for micro, small and medium-sized food processors looking to improve and/or expand their operations, and farmers working on value-added products. The workshop […]
RevelstokeLife.ca
Revelstokelife.ca – Your Health. Your Community. Revelstoke’s new online directory will help you find local community, health and social programs and services – from hospital facilities to mental health supports.