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Programs & Services

Entrepreneurial Programs That Transform

At WTEC, we believe the best programs don’t just teach, they transform. Our entrepreneurial programs are designed to meet you where you are and guide you forward with practical tools, expert support, and a network you can rely on.
From Idea to Launch

Roots to Rise Program

WTEC supports Indigenous startups and business leaders through every stage of growth, from early ideation to scaling in national and global markets.

3-month Boot Camp + Idea to Market Certificate

Roots to Rise is a cohort-based, fast-paced program that helps aspiring Indigenous entrepreneurs take their first big leap,from idea to business launch. Designed for early-stage founders, this program emphasizes hands-on learning, real-world applications, and personalized mentorship.

Business planning and model development

Capital access and investor readiness

Financial forecasting and budgeting

Digital marketing and growth strategy

Pitch deck creation and presentation

Market research and customer validation

By the end of the program, you’ll walk away with a fully developed business idea, a polished pitch deck, and a micro‑credential certificate from Western British Columbia Polytechnic College. Best of all, your spot is fully covered by a scholarship valued at over $8,000.

Certificate program

Working with WBCPC

Our certificate program is delivered in partnership with Western British Columbia Polytechnic College (WBCPC), a leader in applied education and entrepreneurship. Together, we’ve designed a program that bridges classroom learning with real-world application, guiding participants from idea to market launch.

With WBCPC, students benefit from:

  • Practical Skills – Training in business planning, financial management, and digital marketing.
  • Mentorship & Guidance – Direct access to entrepreneurs, industry experts, and investors.
  • Opportunities for Growth – Connections to funding networks and venture capital.
  • Collaborative Spaces – Access to professional work environments and peer networks.

Community Support – A vibrant ecosystem of innovators to learn, share, and grow with.

This partnership ensures every participant has the knowledge, resources, and connections to confidently turn their vision into a viable business.

Join the Program

By the end of the program, you'll walk away with a fully developed business concept, a polished pitch deck, and a micro-credential certificate from Western British Columbia Polytechnic College, validating your readiness to enter the market.

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Ongoing Support for Growing Ventures

Wahbung Venture Program

The Wahbung Venture Program is built for entrepreneurs who are ready to grow, scale, and strengthen their businesses. Wahbung adapts to where your business is today and helps you move to what’s next, at your own pace.

Program Stages

STAGE 1

Product Development

You’ve validated your idea. Now it’s time to turn it into a working business. This stage focuses on building a minimum viable product (MVP) and preparing for launch.

STAGE 2

Business Growth

With your MVP ready, you’ll move into customer acquisition, marketing strategy, and financial planning. The focus is on making your venture investment-ready and growth-capable.

STAGE 3

Business Scale & Globalization

You're generating revenue, and it's time to go bigger. This stage connects you to global networks, capital partners, and strategies to expand sustainably—locally and beyond.

The Wahbung Venture Program is included within our Mentorship Program, ensuring you receive expert support and guidance throughout all stages of your business journey.

Wherever you are in your journey,
Wahbung moves with you.

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What You’ll Access as a WTEC
Program Member

Expert mentorship from leaders in business, law, finance, and branding

Networking opportunities with investors, partners, and peers

Specialized workshops, training, and pitch development support

Professional co-working and meeting space at our 191 Broadway facility

A growing national and global community of Indigenous entrepreneurs

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