E848 - Unlocking Women’s Economic Impact: Capital, Mentorship and Networks
Published: January 23, 2026
Duration: 26:39
Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari. In this episode, we explore how capital, mentorship, and strong networks unlock confidence and growth for women entrepreneurs across Canada.
Our guest is Shauna Harper, CEO of WeBC, a federally funded organization supporting thousands of women in British Columbia with financing, expertise, and peer connections. Shauna shares why investing in women is an economic imperative and what entrepreneurs need most right now to scale.
Key Highlights
The Economic Upside: What Canada loses by underinvesting in women entrepreneurs and where impact can be unlocked...