Empowering Business. Strengthening Community.
The CVWBN Marketplace returns to Crown Isle Resort on November 7, 2026,
in partnership with the PARO Centre for Women's Enterprise. Just in time for the holiday shopping season,
this year's event opens its doors to members of WeBC and the Oceanside Women's Business Network, bringing an even wider mix of women-led businesses together in one place.
Last year's marketplace sold out with more than 30 vendors. This year builds on that momentum, showcasing the products, services, and expertise
women entrepreneurs bring to the Comox Valley and beyond.
"Marketplace was such a huge success last year that we knew we had to bring it back," says Chrissie Bowker, CVWBN President. "
We were bowled over by the incredible businesses on display."
Visitors can expect an afternoon of discovery and connection,
with everything from health and wellness to creative design, business services, and unique holiday gifts.
Join our draw at the event to win BIG!
It’s not too late
to book a table!
Join the Comox Valley's showcase for women-led businesses at the 2026 CVWBN Marketplace.
Saturday, November 7
1:00 to 5:00 PM
Crown Isle Resort, Courtenay
Full or shared tables from $145
Vendor lunch included
Print, radio and social media promotion
Last year: 30+ vendors and a sold-out afternoon
Claim your table today!
After the overwhelming success of our inaugural Marketplace event last year, we’re doing it again! Women showcasing the wide variety of women-led businesses in the Comox Valley, from new to established, solo to teams, from health and wellness to business services, creative design, and unique gifts. An opportunity for you to expand your reach, strengthen business connections and build awareness for your brands, products and services.
When: Saturday, November 7, 2026
Time: 9am - 5:30pm including lunch, setup, and takedown
Location: Crown Isle Resort, 399 Clubhouse Dr, Courtenay, BC V9N 9G3
$195 to present your business ( $145 to share a table with another business)
2026 Marketplace Vendors
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Broken Squirrel Wellness
Clinical health and wellness services for brain health
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Chrissie Bowker Projects
Full service agency building brands, websites and events
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Deanna’s Aroma Reiki Healing
Aromatherapy and Reiki services and Hydrosol distilling workshops
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Deanna Johnson Photo Coach
Organize and digitize to preserve, share and celebrate your memories
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Debbie Kennell
Glass Artist
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Design Therapy
Quality, affordable indoor & outdoor furniture and unique home decor
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Elder Awareness Training
Helping seniors stay financially safe and secure using practical, tech-savvy tools.
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Empurpled Wares
Garden sculptures from up-cycled fibres.
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Flow Digital
Helping businesses get their internal systems and customer experience working together, so things flow.
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Glowworm AI
AI Support and Consulting
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Home Instead
In-home senior care services
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Hot Chocolates & Cakebread
Hand-made chocolates, artisan breads and custom order cakes
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Laraine Ashpole Workplace Dispute Resolution
Mediation & Training
Conflict Coaching -
McDonald's Comox Valley
Classic, long-running fast-food chain known for its burgers & fries.
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Monty Clay
Handmade pottery
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Ocean View Aesthetics
Skin, eyebrow and lash aesthetic services
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Practical Spiritualism Co
Coaching and mindfulness services for spiritual empowerment
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Purple Crow Designs
Unique one-of-a-kind wire woven and bead woven jewellery
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Sereia Day Spa
A boutique spa that provides professional, customized spa treatments.
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Sundrift Social
Social media marketing
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WeBC
Supporting women business owners in BC as they start, lead and grow businesses.
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PARO
Not-for-profit social enterprise supporting women entrepreneurs
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Zinzino
Omega-3 and wellness supplements
Marketplace Partner
Marketplace Sponsors
Vendor Information
Find all the information you need to
prepare for Marketplace 2026.
Event Details
When:
Saturday, November 7, 2026 | 1:00 - 5:00 PM
Where:
Crown Isle Resort
399 Clubhouse Drive, Courtenay, BC
Admission:
Free. Everyone is welcome.
This is not a women-only event.