A decades-old non-profit with a mandate of supporting B.C.’s small businesses abruptly declared bankruptcy – resulting in dozens of employees losing their jobs weeks before Christmas.
The president of the board of directors for Small Business BC gave a letter to employees last week, saying an insolvency trustee had been appointed to “begin the bankruptcy process” and that the organization would immediately cease operations.
Small Business BC offered a range of services to owners and entrepreneurs, including guidance on how to establish a business and ensure its success. It also received federal and provincial funding.
Mark Eversfield worked for the organization for 32 years, making him the longest-tenured employee. He…
