Successful selling takes time, planning and a targeted approach. We work with 2 service providers for assistance with selling a business.

Provider 1: Venture Connect

Venture Connect is a wholly-owned social enterprise of Community Futures Alberni-Clayoquot that provides specialized services for the sale of businesses across Western Canada.

Services include:

• Business Valuations
• Sale Mediation
• Transition Planning
• Free Business Listings
• Workshops

Provider 2: BC Business Match

BC Business Match (BCBM) is a program funded by the provincial government and managed by Community Futures to encourage business succession in B.C. and prevent businesses from closing their doors.

Eligible sellers in rural and remote B.C. communities are provided with free supports to help sell their business.

Services include:

• Workbooks
• Consultations
• Workshops
• Business Valuations
• Sale Mediation

Mountain View Bakery (not for sale) in Port Alberni. Photo by Alberni Valley Tourism.