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EMBERS Ventures' support services were designed to fill a need in Vancouver's inner city.  It started with a small mandate to provide a model for economic self sufficiency through entrepreneurship and has successfully grown to help over 500 individuals travel that path to become financially autonomous.  By using principles of community based economic development, we have seen people without a business background go on to become self-sufficient owners of their own micro-enterprise, and along the way, increased their confidence and entrepreneurial know-how to become leading and innovative members of Vancouver’s growing economic district.

EMBERS Ventures is proud to offer two programs to the public; EMBERS Build A Business and EMBERS Grow A Business that are scheduled at various times throughout the year.

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Testimonials

	"Before working with EMBERS and the Grow a Business Program I was working really hard on my business and had a lot of plans and ideas, but I was having a hard time turning them into a reality. Working one-on-one with my coach, Guy Thorburn, helped me put a map down on paper, and make several key decisions which will help take my business to the next level. "One thing that I really admire and appreciate about the Grow A Business Program is that my coach and I are creating a 3-month follow up plan so that I still have someone to check in with regarding the future development of my business. I am very blessed to be part of this program. Thank you Guy and thank you EMBERS." -Deb Chaney, Contemporary Artist To learn more about Deb, click here
	“In all honesty, before EMBERS I was nowhere. My business was making next to no money and I had very little confidence that I was going to be able to make my business a success. I got really excited when I heard about the EMBERS Ventures program. And after meeting with my coach Guy, I started to believe that there was hope for my business… sometimes all you needs is a little “you can do this” push. The Ventures program has enabled me to run the business that I want, in such a way that makes me happy and committed to success.” - Sabea Mante, Soul Harmony Mobile Massage To learn more about Sabea, click here
	"I am an EMBERS client, graduate of the Build A Business Program and currently enrolled in the Grow A Business Program.   EMBERS Ventures has been hugely catalytic in helping me focus on the business end of my life. Creating a business is not an easy path by any stretch, but with the assistance of the EMBERS coaching team, there is help in not only seeing the path but learning to walk it.” -Michael Rouse, Producer To learn more about Michael, click here
	"In the four years that I did creative schooling I learned nothing about operating a business. EMBERS opened up that part of my brain, helping me to realize that I can be an artist and a small business owner… and that I can do both successfully.” -Stephanie Menard, Jeweler (Fibre Manipulator) and Small Business Owner (Tiny Finery) To learn more about Tiny Finery, click here

Testimonials

"When selecting a general contractor, reliability and trust are absolutely critical. When I recently chose EMBERS Green Renovations, I was impressed by the quality of their work, the professionalism of their workers and the pride that they took in finding solutions that saved my client considerable time and money.   They provide a one-stop shop for all kinds of renovations services including kitchen and bathroom remodeling, flooring,  painting, drywall, landscaping and home staging. They are quick, provide excellent customer service and offer quality work at very reasonable prices.   Working with EMBERS Green Renovations helps RE/MAX Crest Realty Westside give back to the community because they invest all of their proceeds into worker supports and job creation programs in the inner city. I recommend them highly without any reservations".
Wayne Ryan, Broker, RE/MAX Crest Realty (Westside)

Embers Green Renovations has been an invaluable service for my business. My clients often need repairs and/or renovations to prepare their home for sale or after their purchase. After meeting Peter Rossing and his team, I hired them right away. They provide a great service on budget and in the time I needed it. Their service and professionalism is top notch and I would not hesitate to recommend them to my clients and colleagues.
Teresa Comeau, Realtor, RE/MAX 

 “It’s been a pleasure to work with Embers Green Renovations on this project. Your knowledge, dedications and experience has been incredible. I know we will work together in the future”
Lynn

“We are very satisfied with the quality of the work of your weatherization crew; we noticed a significant decrease of air leakage in our house after the weatherization done by EMBERS. It’s great that a program exists to provide job opportunities for young people who might not be able to find employment elsewhere while supporting the Greenest City target.”
Therese 

“We are very satisfied and have seen a reduction in our heating bills…we think it’s an awesome project and hope we’re one of the first of MANY more houses to be involved.”
Shana

 

News releases

24Hours, March 25, 2011 City: "Fertile ground for green jobs".

City of Vancouver, March 26, 2011: "Weatherization project supports environment and creates green jobs".

The Vancouver Courier, March 30, 2011: "Charity hopes to fill holes in houses and job market - City notes potential savings to homeowners".

Van City, February 2011: “New home weatherization project creates jobs through energy conservation”.