Support your business success with training and workshops from the Fernie Chamber of Commerce. Designed for Chamber Members and future members, these hands-on and online learning opportunities provide practical tools for today’s business challenges.
Professional Development
LEVEL UP YOUR BUSINESS
HOW TO PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SESSIONS
How do I market my business? Manage my finances? Handle HR or governance?
Every business owner asks these questions—and we’re here to help answer them.
Our workshop program and professional development courses are designed to offer practical, relevant training that supports both current and future members.
2026 focus areas: Marketing, Finance, HR & Governance
Stay tuned for the full calendar.
FERNIE AMBASSADOR PROGRAM
Become part of Fernie’s story through the Fernie Ambassador Program—an engaging 3-hour journey that strengthens your or your team’s local expertise, builds confidence, and empowers you to represent Fernie at its very best.
For Those Who Shape the Fernie Experience
From frontline staff and new residents to business owners, this program equips you with the knowledge and confidence to make every interaction count.
PARTNERS RESOURCES
COMMUNITY FUTURES EAST KOOTENAY
My Community Future workshops offer opportunities for deeper engagement, asking questions, and the chance to participate in hands-on activities (where applicable). Led by experienced professionals, these sessions focus on developing practical skills in areas like marketing, human resources, strategic planning, and more – designed to help you quickly apply what you learn.
COLUMBIA BASIN TRUST
The Non-profit Advisors Program supports non-profits in Columbia Basin Trust’s region with organizational development and capacity building through a range of resources including organizational assessments and recommendations, specialized consulting support, information-sharing, skill-building workshops and webinars and an online reference library.
EXPORT NAVIGATOR
Export Navigator is a program that helps B.C. businesses diversify and grow by guiding them through the export process. Participating businesses are paired with community-based advisors who provide free support and ongoing guidance. We offer specialized services for businesses owned by Indigenous Peoples.
WEBC
WeBC empowers women entrepreneurs through tailored financing, mentorship, and business support.
BASIN BUSINESS ADVISORS
The Basin Business Advisors (BBA) Program builds economic capacity in Basin communities by supporting existing businesses with expert advice and targeted education. The Basin Business Advisors (BBA) Program assists businesses within the Columbia Basin region, allowing entrepreneurs to seek support in different areas confidentially.
COLLEGE OF THE ROCKIES
Our local college offers Continuing Education Programs such as:
- Basic/Advance First aid
- Transportation Endorsement
- Mental Health First Aid
- Computer courses
- Safety courses of all kinds
- and more
COLUMBIA BASIN ALLIANCE FOR LITTERACY
CBAL offers in-person and online English classes for permanent residents and other newcomers to Canada.
LINKEDIN LEARNING
Professional Development Courses available for teams or individuals. Choose from over 17,700 courses, which are updated weekly.
DO YOU HAVE A WORKSHOP OR TRAINING IDEA?
If you have a new idea or offering you think would be a good fit, please let us know! We are always looking for new and exciting ways to support talent development and successful business operations for our community.
Contact members@ferniechamber.com
DON'T MISS AN EVENT
Most of our events require registration and are open to members and non-members. Check out our events calendar here to ensure you don’t miss out!
TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN
At the Fernie Chamber of Commerce, we’re committed to staying relevant and responsive to the needs of our members.
Help us serve you better by letting us know which topics interest you most.