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The Business Clinic

    Get the Advice Your Business Needs

    Need advice related to some of your most challenging issues? The Business Clinic connects you to experienced local experts who can help. It's an easy and affordable way for local businesses to get professional advice for everyday business problems, before and after they've opened their doors. 

    The Business Clinic provides:

    • An affordable alternative to costly consultant fees
    • A quick diagnosis to understand the problem
    • Timely professional advice without a long, arduous search/vetting process

    We've built a roster of experts to provide affordable, timely advice on issues that commonly challenge small businesses in Vancouver. If you have an issue that can't be addressed by someone on our current roster, please let us know.

     

    Book A Session

    Follow the steps below to book a session. Most sessions are online, or you can arrange to meet in person at the Small Business Vancouver office. 

    1 - Identify Your Expert

    		 Book the expert who best fits your issue below. If you don't know, visit Small Business Vancouver (SBV) for help at 76 Kingsway (Wednesdays 1-4 pm).

    2- Book a Session 

    Book your expert below. If you can't afford to pay the listed fee, REQUEST A FEE WAIVER
     

    Permitting and licensing challenges: 

    Mike Wiebe. $50 per 30 min. Available Wednesdays 1-4 pm. Book now.
     

    Architectural needs (related to commercial renovation issues): 

    Bill Uhrich. $50 per 30 min. Available Fridays 9:30-11:30 am. Book now.
     

    Commercial leases: 

    David Duprey. Pro Bono (no charge). Available by appointment. Inquire now.
     

    Legal: 

    Travis Cramb. $50 per 15 min. Available by appointment. Inquire now. 

    3 - Fill out the Intake Form

    		 Fill out the intake HERE OR BELOW with your contact info, and a brief description of your issue (in the form, or by attaching a short video).

    4 - Make a Payment

    (if applicable)

    		 If there is a fee for your session, pay the amount owed immediately.

    5 - Attend Your Session

    		 If your session is online, you'll receive a calendar invitation for a video meeting using Google Meet, and a reminder one day and one hour before. 

    6 - Receive Follow Up

    		 You'll receive follow-up notes and a feedback survey.