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[City of Richmond BC @Richmond_BC]

📣 Help shape Richmond’s economic future.

Richmond is planning for the next 10 years, and your voice matters. Review the draft Economic Development Strategy and share your thoughts on how we can build a resilient, inclusive, and sustainable local economy that supports our community and balances growth and environmental responsibility.

Learn more: 🔗 https://t.co/GLIhQXXdPS
📅 Complete the survey by Sunday, October 25, 2026

[Pacific Economic Development Canada @PacifiCanEN]

Expanded RTRI support is now available to help businesses respond to tariff pressures.

*New:

Up to $3M in combined non-repayable funding, including support for demonstrated liquidity needs of up to $2M.

Learn more – https://t.co/6Tsvbwwe9g

#PacifiCan #GC #RTRI

[City of Richmond EDO @RichmondEDO]

🏢 Help shape Richmond’s economic future!

Have experience, ideas or a passion for Richmond’s business community? Apply to join the Economic Advisory Committee and share your perspective on economic development.

📆 Apply by Sept. 25, 2026
👉 https://t.co/JEueeOmEz0

[City of Richmond EDO @RichmondEDO]

Richmond is home to many innovative and growing businesses, and we’re pleased to see four local businesses receive federal support through PacifiCan to help drive innovation, growth and new opportunities. 👏👏👏

[Pacific Economic Development Canada @PacifiCanEN]

📣 NEW: $10M+ in RTRI funding for 12 #BC businesses & organizations, including @NickelsCabinets, @loulou_lollipop, @coastfraser & @SmallHousing to navigate trade disruptions, improve productivity, strengthen supply chains & grow.

➡️ https://t.co/8WVcCeijsU

[City of Richmond EDO @RichmondEDO]

☀️ Summer isn’t over yet!

Hop aboard the Richmond Discovery Shuttle, running until Sept 7, and make it easy to explore Richmond’s diverse attractions, local flavours, and the charm of Steveston Village.

🚌 Schedule here: https://t.co/91exph3pM9

[City of Richmond EDO @RichmondEDO]

🚲 Summer isn’t over yet! Pedal your way to Steveston and make the most of the season.

The Steveston Bike Valet is a free service running until September 7, making it easy to park your bike and explore the village on foot. 🐟🍦🛍️

🔗 Find out more: https://t.co/UxqMRqn4Zw

[City of Richmond EDO @RichmondEDO]

🌱 Tourism funding for regenerative businesses!

Tourism Richmond’s Regenerative Tourism Grant offers up to $2,000 to help eligible businesses pursue certifications including BC Green, Rainbow Registered, La Tablée des Chefs and BetterTable.

Learn more: https://t.co/nnpbbPL38j

[City of Richmond EDO @RichmondEDO]

Funding Opportunity!

The Women’s Economic and Leadership Opportunities Fund is now accepting applications to support projects that advance women’s leadership and economic opportunities through systemic change.
Deadline: Sept 15, 2026
Learn more and apply: https://t.co/NC5m9a9SNW

[City of Richmond BC @Richmond_BC]

🌾🍓 Get ready to taste your way through Richmond with the Local Food Map!

Your go-to guide for farm stands, bustling farmers markets, fresh seafood, and quality wineries all in one place. Support local, eat fresh, and plan your next flavour-filled outing today!

🌿 Explore and learn more at https://t.co/4s4kd4HLMG

[Pacific Economic Development Canada @PacifiCanEN]

#BC #MiningTech reaches new markets.
Congrats to our client @IdeonInc on a recent expansion to Chile, where its REVEAL™ tech will boost mining safety, productivity & sustainability.
With #GC support, Ideon is leading the world in subsurface intelligence ➡️https://t.co/4tjJZ3f8jb

[Pacific Economic Development Canada @PacifiCanEN]

📣 ICYMI: We recently invested 10.5M+ in 9 businesses in @CityofDeltaBC & @Richmond_BC to help them grow & compete domestically & globally — incl. @Santevia @IdeonInc @SaltworksTech @DynamixMixers @abm_good.

Read more via @TheRichmondNews: https://t.co/Fh1CAYkakf

[City of Richmond EDO @RichmondEDO]

🌍 Huge congrats to Richmond-based General Fusion for being ranked #1 on TIME’s World’s Top GreenTech Companies 2026 list.

A proud moment for Richmond to be home to this kind of world-leading clean energy innovation.

Learn more: https://t.co/fkYbU9etky

[City of Richmond EDO @RichmondEDO]

B.C. entrepreneurs now have access to updated business planning resources, including:

▪️ new business plans
▪️ cash flow forecast
▪️ sales forecast templates

Find guidance for every stage of your business: https://t.co/sLZDiqUk6G

[City of Richmond EDO @RichmondEDO]

Have a business idea? The Province of B.C.’s Business Plan guide offers free templates, forecasting tools, and resources to help turn your vision into reality.

Start planning today and explore the tools online. https://t.co/W9zpRPug4L

[City of Richmond BC @Richmond_BC]

Attention, farmers! It’s that time of year again ☀️

Before setting up your stall and selling your fresh new produce, make sure your business licence is up to date by visiting the MyBusiness Portal.

Need help applying or renewing? Follow our step‑by‑step tutorial and get started today: https://t.co/dtynXGXIdR 🚜🌾

[Pacific Economic Development Canada @PacifiCanEN]

Applicants looking for more information about the Business Scale-up and Productivity (BSP) program can view PacifiCan’s informational video at: https://t.co/Zu97nO3Jvg

[City of Richmond EDO @RichmondEDO]

B.C. food & beverage businesses: looking to grow into retail or export markets?
The B.C. Ministry of Agriculture & Food has released a free 5-part webinar series:
✔️ Scaling for grocery
✔️ Pitching to retailers
✔️ Marketing & market entry
https://t.co/k2vr0rJTfp

[City of Richmond EDO @RichmondEDO]

🚀 Want AI results that actually pay off?

Join @BDC_ca’s free webinar AI that pays off: Where to start for real results and learn practical ways to use AI in your business. Get real examples, actionable tips, and clear next steps.

Register now: https://t.co/FoWomtaf0G

[City of Richmond EDO @RichmondEDO]

Team Canada Trade Mission to Japan (June 23–26, 2026, Tokyo) applications now open!

Priority Sectors: AI, clean tech, agri-food/seafood, aerospace & defence, forestry
Includes networking, briefings & B2B meetings

Apply by Apr 21, 2026
Learn more: https://t.co/1cgvDPUlD7

[City of Richmond EDO @RichmondEDO]

🌱 Funding available for clean industry projects in B.C.!

The CleanBC Industry Fund supports businesses reducing emissions and developing clean technology. Apply now for funding under multiple streams including innovation

https://t.co/4teii2rPt6