CVWBN Mentorship Program 

This program is provided in partnership with WeBC and funded by the Government of Canada’s Women Entrepreneurship Strategy

In our Peer Group program you gain a network of like-minded business owners with whom you can share, learn and grow. Groups of six to eight women in non-competing businesses meet under the guidance of a Mentor, an experienced entrepreneur who leads the group. The purpose of peer mentoring is to find solutions to mentees’ unique business challenges in a safe and supportive environment by sharing experiences with the group, and brainstorming ideas to overcome challenges and build the business.

WBN Mentorship Program Launch

We’re excited to announce that applications are now open for the Comox Valley Women’s Business Network Mentorship Program—a guided, nine-week experience designed to support growth, connection, and real learning between women in business.

Interested in being a Mentor?

We are accepting applications for Mentors—experienced leaders who enjoy coaching, guiding, and empowering both new and established business owners. If you love sharing your insights, lessons learned, and hard-earned knowledge, we’d love to hear from you.

Please submit the application form below before Jan 1, 2026.

Speaker selections will be announced between Jan 15 and March 15, 2026.

Mentor Criteria

  1. Do you enjoy working and coaching new and experienced business owners, sharing insights and knowledge?

  2. Are you an experienced Business leader of ten years minimum?

  3. Are you a CVWBN member?

  4. Can you make a 9 consecutive week commitment?

Apply to be a Mentor

Expectations: Peer Mentoring Code of Conduct

The relationships developed within a peer mentoring group are very special. The purpose of this agreement is to maintain your relationships in a way that the integrity and privacy for all parties is clear and that you feel comfortable sharing information.

Please review the following in your first meeting and add any guidelines that are agreed upon for your mentoring relationship to succeed:

  • I will make a firm commitment to this peer mentoring group.

  • I will maintain trust and confidentiality at all times.

  • I commit to demonstrating respect and understanding for all participants.

  • I will respect the time limitations and commitments of all participants.

  • I commit to maintaining professional conduct at all times.

  • I will exercise integrity, honesty and diligence in carrying out my duties and responsibilities.

  • I will attend all meetings on time.

  • I am open to advice and creative comments.

  • I will follow up on agreed-upon tasks.

  • If it becomes apparent that we are discussing a person or business with whom I am acquainted, I agree to acknowledge this relationship immediately.

  • If I feel uncomfortable or feel there is a conflict of interest, I will disclose it immediately and request the conversation cease.

  • If I am unable to fulfill my responsibilities or role in this peer mentoring group, then I will contact the Mentoring Coordinator immediately.

Interested in being a Mentee?

We are accepting applications for Mentors—experienced leaders who enjoy coaching, guiding, and empowering both new and established business owners. If you love sharing your insights, lessons learned, and hard-earned knowledge, we’d love to hear from you.

Please submit the application form below before Jan 1, 2026.

Speaker selections will be announced between Jan 15 and March 15, 2026.

Mentee Criteria

  1. Are you looking for business guidance in a safe and understanding group that is willing to support and share?

  2. Are you a CVWBN member?

  3. Can you make a 9 consecutive weeks commitment?

  4. Experienced and new business owners or start ups welcome

Apply to be a Mentee

Expectations: Peer Mentee Code of Conduct

The relationships developed within a mentee group is very special. The purpose of this agreement is to maintain your relationships in a way that the integrity and privacy for all parties is clear and that you feel comfortable sharing information.

Please review the following in your first meeting and add any guidelines that are agreed upon for your mentoring relationship to succeed:

  • I will make a firm commitment to this peer mentoring group.

  • I will maintain trust and confidentiality at all times.

  • I commit to demonstrating respect and understanding for all participants.

  • I will respect the time limitations and commitments of all participants.

  • I commit to maintaining professional conduct at all times.

  • I will exercise integrity, honesty and diligence in carrying out my duties and responsibilities.

  • I will attend all meetings on time.

  • I am open to advice and creative comments.

  • I will follow up on agreed-upon tasks.

  • If it becomes apparent that we are discussing a person or business with whom I am acquainted, I agree to acknowledge this relationship immediately.

  • If I feel uncomfortable or feel there is a conflict of interest, I will disclose it immediately and request the conversation cease.

  • If I am unable to fulfill my responsibilities or role in this peer mentoring group, then I will contact the Mentoring Administrator immediately.