Celebrating Small Business Week at Community Futures Howe Sound

The Ninja Gym is one of the Sea to Sky's many fantastic small businesses.

At Community Futures Howe Sound, we’re proud to champion the small businesses that bring creativity, innovation, and connection to our local communities. Every day, we work alongside entrepreneurs to help their ideas grow — offering one-on-one business advice, flexible local financing, and workshops and training to build skills and confidence.  

As we celebrate Small Business Week from October 19 - 25, we’re sharing a little more about how we can help, and we’re shining a spotlight on some of the inspiring clients we’ve had the privilege to support. 

How the Community Futures Network Supports Small Businesses 

Since 1985, Community Futures British Columbia and its 34 member offices have supported entrepreneurs across the province, especially in rural and remote regions. Through the Community Futures Resource Hub, business owners gain access to practical, results-driven tools, including: 

• High-impact workshops, training, and free webinars. 

• Guidance from export advisors to help businesses expand into new markets. 

• Consulting services from a diversified team of subject matter experts. 

• Buy/sell/ succession services for smooth business transitions. 

• Targeted supports for Indigenous entrepreneurs. 

• Flexible financing through the Community Futures loan program. 

• Emergency preparedness to protect against business disruptions. 

• Inclusive programs for entrepreneurs with disabilities or who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+. 

  
  

No matter where you are on your business journey, these supports are designed to help you move forward with confidence. 

Spotlighting our Small Businesses!  

Tiny Tots Gym 

Tiny Tots Gym is a bright and welcoming indoor playground designed for babies and toddlers up to six years old, Tiny Tots Gym offers safe play zones, birthday parties, and community events that help kids grow and families connect.

Create Makerspace 

A hub for creativity and innovation, Create Makerspace gives community members access to tools, equipment, and workshops in woodworking, metalwork, digital fabrication, and more. It’s where ideas take shape - from art projects to small-batch manufacturing.    

RUX 

Born in Squamish, RUX creates rugged, modular gear storage systems that make outdoor adventure easier and more organized. Their award-winning RUX 70L gear box is redefining how people pack, carry, and store their gear.  

SWINGS Indoor Golf 

Perfect for rainy days or evening rounds, SWINGS brings the golf course indoors with high-tech Trackman simulators and putting greens. Golfers of all levels can practice, play famous courses, or compete with friends in a relaxed, social setting.  

The Ninja Gym 

The Ninja Gym is an indoor ninja-warrior training facility, combining fitness and fun for all ages. With over 7,000 sq ft of obstacle courses, workout zones, drop-in sessions, classes, birthday parties, and summer camps, they help build agility, balance, strength and confidence through play. 

The Spot Laundromant

The Spot Laundromat is a clean, modern, and welcoming self-serve laundromat that makes washing, drying, and folding efficient and hassle-free. They also now have showers and a sauna! 

Cedar Rock Wellness 

Dedicated to holistic health and personal growth, Cedar Rock Wellness offers services that nurture body, mind, and spirit, from wellness coaching to therapeutic modalities.  

Reactive Media Studio 

Reactive Media is a creative production studio helping brands and businesses tell their stories through video, photography, and digital media. Reactive Media combines technical expertise with a passion for storytelling. 

Squamish Academy of Music 

Bringing the joy of music to all ages, The Squamish Academy of Music offers lessons, workshops, and performance opportunities for students of every skill level. From piano to voice to strings, their talented instructors foster creativity and confidence.  

Supporting Small Businesses Every Day of the Year 

Together, these businesses represent the creativity, resilience, and community spirit that make our region thrive. During Small Business Week, we encourage everyone to show their support - shop local, share their stories, and celebrate the entrepreneurs who make the Sea to Sky such a vibrant place to live and work. 

And if you’ve been dreaming about starting or growing a small business of your own, we’re here to help. Book a free one-on-one business advice session with our team at Community Futures Howe Sound to get practical guidance, local insight, and the confidence to take your next step.