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By Vaughan Economic Development The Starter Company Plus program offers mentorship, resources, and funding to help you launch and grow your business. Participants can receive up to $5,000 in provincial grant funding to support their entrepreneurial journey. In addition to funding, the program provides access to business workshops, expert guidance, and a network of local […]
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Wondering where to start with your small business? Join the St. Catharines Enterprise Centre for an introductory overview. Wondering how to start with your small business in St. Catharines? Join the St. Catharines Enterprise Centre for an introduction to the rules and regulations surrounding your small business start-up. Topics include forms of business, licensing, business […]
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This 60-minute webinar will be covering topics on various procurement methods for Brampton. This 60-minute webinar will be covering topics on various procurement methods the City conducts, where to register to be on the vendor list and the invitational procurement process. Presented by: The City of Brampton Purchasing Department & Brampton Entrepreneur Centre Individuals with […] |
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This session is for you if you want to know how to price your food or beverage product appropriately. In this free 60-minute online seminar learn about: Understanding your COGS Cash Flow Management Planning for Profits If you want to run a successful business it’s important for you to know the ‘numbers’. Learn how to […]
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Join the VBEC team for a group session on business plan writing tips.
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Learn how the Retail Modernization Project Grant can help Ontario businesses fund digital transformation and drive growth. Join this information session with the Ontario Centre of Innovation’s Digital Competence Centre (DCC), to learn about two funding opportunities designed to help Ontario businesses accelerate their digital transformation. This session provides an overview of the Digital Modernization […] |
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You don't need a massive following to make money on social media. You just need to know how to move people from "scrolling" to "buying." If you are spending hours creating content, posting stories, and keeping up with trends, but your bank account isn’t showing for it, something is missing. That is exactly what we […]
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Business Planning – Part 1 So you’ve got a great business idea and now you want to go forward. How do you get your ideas on paper so that it’s easy for others to understand your business and for you to execute your ideas? Planning is one of the most important parts of business and […]
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Retail is evolving rapidly, and modernization is key to staying competitive. Join this webinar from the Ontario Centre of Innovation to learn how the Retail Modernization Grant Program can support your business’s growth through investments in technology, efficiency improvements, and enhanced customer experiences. Gain practical insights into eligibility, funding support, and next steps to prepare […] |
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This session is for you if you have a food or beverage product that needs the perfect brand to suit the right market. In this free 60-minute online seminar learn about: Why YOU are your brand as a new food or beverage business What to consider when creating a visual identity for your company What […]
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Overview The Brampton Venture Expo (BVX) is Brampton’s largest technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship event! BVX brings together startups, scaleips, investors, corporates, SMEs, policymakers, ecosystem leaders, and builders shaping Canada’s innovation economy. Entering its 6th year, BVX has grown into a flagship innovation platform within the Brampton Innovation District and one of the GTA’s fastest-growing technology […]
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If you operate a food business, a home-based food business, or are starting a new food business, York Region Public Health is here to help! York Region Public Health is committed to supporting food premise operators in York Region so that they can provide safe and delicious food to their customers. If you operate a […] |
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No matter where you are in your entrepreneurial journey, we have a program designed to help you take the next step. Every business has a next step. Join our free information session to explore BEC’s new Growth Streams and discover the tools, resources, and community that will help you get there. Growing a business isn’t […]
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Make your LinkedIn do the selling before you say a word. Your next client, investor, employee, or speaking opportunity is probably checking your LinkedIn before they ever reply to your email. The question is: does your profile and what you post make them want to work with you? In this practical workshop, you’ll learn how […]
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Make your LinkedIn do the selling before you say a word. Your next client, investor, employee, or speaking opportunity is probably checking your LinkedIn before they ever reply to your email. The question is: does your profile and what you post make them want to work with you? In this practical workshop, you’ll learn how […] |
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Brexit and its impact on Canadian exporters and importers. Note: This event page is for the virtual option of our hybrid model. About this workshop: What’s new in Canada-UK trade? The United Kingdom, Canada’s first trading partner in Europe, left the European Union on January 1st, 2021. This workshop will examine the impact of Brexit […]
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Brexit and its impact on Canadian exporters and importers. Note: This event page is for the in-person option of our hybrid model. About this workshop: What’s new in Canada-UK trade? The United Kingdom, Canada’s first trading partner in Europe, left the European Union on January 1st, 2021. This workshop will examine the impact of Brexit […] |
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Are you new to the G-W area & interested in starting a business? Join us for a virtual overview of the essentials for getting into business! The Business Centre Guelph Wellington is proud to partner with the City of Guelph and Welcoming Week 2026! This year, Welcoming Week will run from September 10 to September […]
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Stephanie is here to help you track down and apply for grants! Grants can be a great source of funding—but knowing where to find them and how to apply can feel overwhelming. This workshop will walk small business owners through the grant process in simple, practical terms. We’ll cover where to find grant opportunities, what […]
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Are you struggling to focus and prioritize tasks to move toward your small business goals? In this informative session delivered by Dragonfly Family & Learning you will learn: Overview and understanding of executive functioning and how it can impact neurodivergent entrepreneurs in day-to-day business operations Common executive functioning challenges related to planning, prioritization, time management, […] |
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Business Planning – Part 2 So you’ve got a great business idea and now you want to go forward. How do you get your ideas on paper so that it’s easy for others to understand your business and for you to execute your ideas? Planning is one of the most important parts of business and […]
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Many businesses overlook competition law. Learn how to spot issues, give better advice, and access free resources in this Bureau session. Many entrepreneurs, founders and small business owners don’t know about competition law, even though the law applies to them. The businesses you support need to know: What are their competition law obligations and how […]
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Many businesses overlook competition law. Learn how to spot issues, give better advice, and access free resources in this Bureau session. Many entrepreneurs, founders and small business owners don’t know about competition law, even though the law applies to them. The businesses you support need to know: What are their competition law obligations and how […] |
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This workshop will go over the key considerations in early entrepreneurship – brought directly to you, in the County! Thinking of starting your own business? 8:30-9:30 – Workshop This introductory session will walk you through the basic first steps of entrepreneurship, from exploring an idea and deciding whether it’s worth pursuing, to understanding what it […]
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This session is for you if you are starting a food business and want to make sure you are producing safe products right from the start. In this free 60-minute online seminar learn about: Basic Food Safety Principles Every Business Must Know Practical Food Safety Practices for Production Common mistakes to avoid when starting your […]
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Join us to discover whether you could benefit from incorporating your business or if you are curious about your existing structure. About this workshop: A corporation is a separate legal entity, meaning it exists independently from its owners and is taxed separately. But does incorporating make sense for your business? And if you’re already incorporated, […] |
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Exploring the essentials of launching a successful online business About the workshop: Join our comprehensive E-commerce workshop where we’ll explore the essentials of launching a successful online business. From identifying your target audience and sourcing products to choosing the right platform and designing your brand, we’ll touch on each crucial step. Get introduced to topics […]
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Join the VBEC team for a group session exploring who you are as a business. |
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This session will help you create a marketing plan that targets your ideal customer and help you identify the marketing tactics. Marketing and Sales: Marketing drives sales. Let’s build your strategy. Without a clear marketing and sales strategy, your business risks wasting time, money—and missing out on customers. In BACD’s Marketing & Sales Session, you’ll […]
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Learn how CCC helps Toronto businesses secure international government contracts, reduce risk, and accelerate export growth globally. This webinar in the City of Toronto’s Trade Diversification series will focus on “Supporting Toronto-based Businesses in Unlocking Global Government Contracts with CCC,” especially as Toronto’s business community face a changing international landscape and the additional challenges of […]
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We’re bringing women together once again for an evening designed around genuine connection, conversation, and community. Four months can change everything. As entrepreneurs, it’s easy to get caught up in day-to-day demands and realize too late that the year is slipping by. This She Means Business networking event offers the perfect opportunity to step back, […] |
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This session will go over the key considerations in early entrepreneurship – brought directly to you, in the County! Thinking of starting your own business? 8:30-9:30 – Workshop This introductory session will walk you through the basic first steps of entrepreneurship, from exploring an idea and deciding whether it’s worth pursuing, to understanding what it […]
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"From traditional Google rankings to AI-driven "Answer Engines," how businesses are discovered is changing. “From traditional Google rankings to AI-driven “Answer Engines,” how businesses are discovered is changing. This session is designed to unite businesses on the next frontier of digital marketing: Answer/AI Engine Optimization (AEO). Search is changing — and so is how buyers […]
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Market Research With so much information available, from multiple sources, business owners need to access key resources that impact their business. Learn how to tap into already existing data and sources to help you analyze your industry, competitors, financing opportunities and current and potential customers. Discover how this knowledge can inform your key business decisions, […] |
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Move beyond AI prompts and discover how AI can help you solve real business challenges. Attend one workshop or all five!ABOUT THE SERIESThis session is the first event in Grow Smarter: The AI Pathway, a five-part workshop series designed to you use AI as a practical business tool to move the needle on common business […]
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This session will go over the key considerations in early entrepreneurship – brought directly to you, in the County! Thinking of starting your own business? 8:30-9:30 – Workshop This introductory session will walk you through the basic first steps of entrepreneurship, from exploring an idea and deciding whether it’s worth pursuing, to understanding what it […]
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Use AI to get sharp on who you serve, why they buy, and where you stand against the competition before spending a dollar on marketingAI won't fix a fuzzy strategy. It just produces polished noise faster.- - -Through a combination of practical instruction and hands-on exercises, you'll build a Product-Market Fit Snapshot for your own […]
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This session is for you if you have a food or beverage product that needs an accurate and compliant label. In this free 60-minute online seminar learn about: Packaging Considerations Labelling Requirements Mistakes to Avoid Packaging and labelling your food product is where marketing meets regulatory compliance and food safety. You know you want your […] |
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No matter where you are in your entrepreneurial journey, we have a program designed to help you take the next step. Every business has a next step. Join our free information session to explore BEC’s new Growth Streams and discover the tools, resources, and community that will help you get there. Growing a business isn’t […] |
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Understand the legal side of financing. Whether you’re launching your first venture, raising capital to scale, or preparing to engage with investors, understanding the legal side of financing is critical. Join Neil Schwartz and Jason Peyman of Mann Lawyers LLP for a practical discussion focused on helping startups navigate the financing process and position themselves […]
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By Vaughan Economic Development The Starter Company Plus program offers mentorship, resources, and funding to help you launch and grow your business. Participants can receive up to $5,000 in provincial grant funding to support their entrepreneurial journey. In addition to funding, the program provides access to business workshops, expert guidance, and a network of local […] |
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This session will go over the key considerations in early entrepreneurship – brought directly to you, in the County! Thinking of starting your own business? 8:30-9:30 – Workshop This introductory session will walk you through the basic first steps of entrepreneurship, from exploring an idea and deciding whether it’s worth pursuing, to understanding what it […]
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For most small and micro-business owners, your company is your life’s work. But what happens when you are no longer there? Succession planning isn’t just for large corporations. It’s the critical process of planning for your exit, ensuring you, your family, and your employees are protected. Whether you’re planning to sell, transfer, or wind down […]
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The dos and don'ts of branding your small but mighty business. Branding Your Small Business Date: September 29, 2026 at 10:00 AM (Eastern Time) Creative Designer Shevon Sigouin teams up with our Small Business Centre for a virtual workshop all about branding your small business! Discover why branding matters and how it can help you […] |
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Learn more about the steps involved in succession planning, what you need to consider today, and the options you have when sellingUp to 80% of small businesses wind down when the owner decides to retire, leaving money on the table for owners and holes in our downtowns. Your business has value and the ability to […] |
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This session will go over the key considerations in early entrepreneurship – brought directly to you, in the County! Thinking of starting your own business? 8:30-9:30 – Workshop This introductory session will walk you through the basic first steps of entrepreneurship, from exploring an idea and deciding whether it’s worth pursuing, to understanding what it […]
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Founder Workshop: Business Planning for Entrepreneurs Whether you are still shaping an idea, entering the market, or working to grow an existing business, this workshop helps you develop a plan that “turns on the headlights” and sets your venture on the path to success. Together, we’ll explore how to write a plan that includes insights […]
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Many business owners hear about AI every day but what does it mean for their business. This first session focuses on practical understanding Artificial intelligence is changing how businesses market, communicate, create content, serve customers, and improve productivity. Many business owners feel overwhelmed, unsure where to start, or hesitant to ask questions. The AI Peer […] |
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Join the VBEC team for a group session on business plan writing tips. |