Westbank
First Nation (WFN), in partnership with the Greater Westside Board of Trade
(GWBOT), is pleased to announce the launch of our 2025 Business Walk and
Survey. This initiative provides an important opportunity to connect directly
with businesses on WFN lands and help create a supportive environment where
local businesses can thrive.
Celebrating
Small Business Week
We are
conducting our Business Walk tomorrow morning during Small Business Week in
Canada. The timing highlights the vital role small businesses play in our
community and across the country.
Business
Walk – Tuesday, October 21, 2025
On the
morning of Tuesday, October 21, small groups of representatives from WFN
Economic Development staff, WFN Council, and the GWBOT Board and staff will
visit approximately 50 randomly selected businesses on WFN lands. Each visit
will take about five minutes, during which the business walkers will ask a few
short questions to the business owner or manager.
If the
business lead is unavailable, or you prefer to participate online, the survey
link is available here.
Business
Survey – Open Until October 25, 2025
The
Business Survey is now open and available to all businesses located on WFN
lands, including retail, manufacturing, contractors, suppliers, home-based
businesses, professional services, financials institutes, and more.
We ask
that one response per business be completed by either the owner or a manager.
The survey can be completed online, and includes the option to request
follow-up support from WFN’s Economic Development team. As an added incentive,
all participants who complete the survey will be
entered into a draw to receive a complimentary WFN business license for the upcoming year.
👉 Complete the
Survey here
Why Your
Participation Matters
Feedback
gathered through the Business Walk and Survey helps WFN and our partners:
·
Better understand the needs, challenges, and
opportunities facing businesses on WFN lands.
·
Identify barriers to growth such as
workforce, space, or operational costs.
·
Strengthen services and supports available to
the local business community.
·
Ensure WFN remains a welcoming and attractive
environment for investment.
Commitment
to a Strong Business Community
WFN is
committed to supporting and growing a vibrant local economy. By participating
in this year’s Business Walk and Survey, businesses are directly contributing
to shaping future economic development efforts. Results will be compiled,
analyzed, and shared to inform ongoing initiatives and to strengthen the
business environment on WFN lands.