BUY BC BUSINESSES Business Buyer's Guide Nicola ǀ Thompson ǀ Okanagan ǀ Boundary Regions Summer 2014 | Page 26

SUPPLY AND DEMAND

of Small Business in BC 2011 - 2036

A convergence of low birth rates and high numbers at retirement age
will mean that, over the next 20 years, there will be unparalleled
shortfalls of both business owners and employees resulting in direct
ramifications to many communities and their economies.
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Be aware of changing demographics
Know where new population will come from
Understand competition for entrepreneurs
Get the information you need to maintain a strong community
during a period of entrepreneur shortages

Attend a presentation near you.
www.ventureconnect.ca

Venture Connect in partnership with the Province of BC and Community Futures BC is offering 22
presentations throughout the province on Demographic Shifting and its Effects on BC Communities.

Supply and Demand of Small Business 2011 - 2036
Presentations are funded in part by the Province of BC