How can entrepreneurial development be better supported?
• “Value-added” needs to be defined and understood. • Identifying market opportunities within Manitoba, connecting rural with urban. • Simplifying provincial processes, such as licensing and regulation. • Entrepreneurial training in schools. • Basic, solid education that addresses current deficiencies. • Not just teaching entrepreneurship; have kids engaged in community activities. • Subsidized education and tuition. • More RRC and ACC programs in rural communities to save students money. • Funding for trade development • Partnerships with other industry or small business to train, use expertise, pass it on. • Connect with knowledge that exists in rural areas. • Succession planning is needed. • JA • Help with business plan development and providing access to consultation services. • Qualifications for apprenticeships can be too high, creating a barrier and discriminating against small and rural businesses. • Youth training in the north. • Leadership development • Mentoring • Training a
