SCALE-UP CENTRE FOR SMEs
The Scale-up Centre for SMEs (SCS) is an initiative of the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade that aims to support small and medium-sized enterprises in the Greater Vancouver region. Through a series of curated events and roundtables, the SCS creates opportunities for companies to discover gaps, engage with experts, provide input on issues affecting businesses, and develop solutions that address obstacles to growth.

Business Growth Series
Featuring a variety of topics and industry experts, the events in the Business Growth Series take place monthly and provide small to medium-sized enterprise with useful resources, tools, and information needed to advance their company growth and make a positive impact on their companies and communities.

Business Distinction Awards
These annual awards recognize and celebrate businesses that have gone above and beyond to set themselves apart in the Greater Vancouver region. Nominations take place each spring and winners are announced at a special event in the fall.
Upcoming Events

Thu | Apr. 10 2025
Legal Structures for Business: Building a Foundation for Success
Mon | May. 12 2025
BDC’s Economic Update 2025: Trends and Insights for EntrepreneursAdvisory Committee
SCS Executive Committee 2024-25
SCS Advisory Committee 2024-25

Doug Chiu
Partner
Hammerco

Kate Dergousoff
Manager, Digital Advisory
MNP

Golriz Fattahi
Chief Operating Officer
Alacrity Canada

Amy Fell
Program Head, Corporate Training
BCIT

Alison Fraser
Founder + CEO
KAF Consulting Group

Suzanne Girard
Community Liaison
Pacific Yacht Charters

Chris Hobbs
President
TTT Studios

James Kew
Director
Kullahun Trucking Ltd.

Trevor Koot
CEO
BC Real Estate Association

Jeffrey Lo
Director & Group Lead, Commercial Banking
Scotiabank

Kim Osborne
CEO
Chemistry Consulting Group

Joel Peterson
Founder and Managing Director
Arbutus Search Group

Emma Richmond
Chair
TEC Canada

Angela Rodenburgh
Founder & CEO
Ladder Up
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