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SUMMARY:Comparing the Big 5 AI Tools
DESCRIPTION:AI is everywhere—and for small business owners\, it can feel overwhelming fast.\n\n\nAI is everywhere—and for small business owners\, it can feel overwhelming fast. Everyone is talking about tools like ChatGPT\, Claude\, Gemini\, Copilot\, and Perplexity. But which one actually makes sense for your business? \nThis workshop cuts through the AI hype with a practical\, side?by?side comparison of the five most talked?about AI tools—so you can make smart\, confident decisions without wasting time or money. \nLed by Sara Norton of Reply All\, this session is designed specifically for small business owners who want clarity\, not complexity. \nIn this session\, you’ll get a clear\, plain?language comparison of: \n\nChatGPT\nClaude\nGemini\nCopilot\nPerplexity\n\nYou’ll learn: \n\nWhat each tool is actually good at\nWhere each tool falls short\nWhich tools are best for marketing\, content\, research\, admin\, and planning\nKey differences around accuracy\, privacy\, ease of use\, and cost\nCommon mistakes small business owners make when choosing AI tools\nHow to match the right AI tool to your business needs\, comfort level\, and concerns\n\nNo tech background required.This workshop is ideal for: \n\nSmall business owners curious about AI but unsure where to start\nEntrepreneurs already using AI who want to make better tool choices\nBusiness owners who don’t want to learn five tools—just the right one\nAnyone tired of conflicting advice and AI hype\n\nAbout the Speaker: Sara Norton is the founder of Reply All\, helping business owners use technology and AI in practical\, realistic ways that save time and support growth. Sara focuses on real?world application—not trends—so entrepreneurs can confidently use tools that actually work for them.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/comparing-the-big-5-ai-tools/
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UID:19939-1776333600-1776337200@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Foodpreneur Advantage - Starting a Food Business & Regulatory Compliance
DESCRIPTION:This session is for you if you are in the early stages of development and are looking to gain knowledge in the food and beverage industry. \nIn this free 60-minute online seminar learn about: \n\nCreating a Business Model\nDoing your Market Research\nAnalyzing the Competition\nWhat is Your Value Proposition?\n\nDo you have an idea for a food business? Want to learn more before you venture into food production? Do you have a delicious recipe you wish to cook up into a money-making business? \nMake sure you are complying with applicable codes and regulations. \n\nFire Code Compliance & Building Permits\nZoning Requirements\, Municipal Bylaws & Licensing\nFood Safety Requirements\n\nBe sure to attend this valuable workshop on “Starting a Food Business”. \nYou will leave with a better understanding of how to get started on your path to success in the food and beverage industry! This webinar will assist you in navigating the permits and legislation requirements for a food and beverage business. You will leave with a better understanding of how to navigate the regulatory compliance in the food and beverage industry! \nDon’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights that will help you avoid costly mistakes! \nNext Session: Thursday\, April 16th\, 2026 at 10:00 am (This session is offered 4 times per year.)\nDuration: 1 hour
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/foodpreneur-advantage-starting-a-food-business-regulatory-compliance-5/
CATEGORIES:SBEC
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UID:19712-1776337200-1776342600@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Entrepreneur Essentials: Start-Up 101: Regulations\, Registering & Licenses
DESCRIPTION:Join the  VBEC team for a group session on all you need to know about regulations\, business licenses\, and steps to registering your business
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/entrepreneur-essentials-start-up-101-regulations-registering-licenses-12/
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UID:19984-1776340800-1776344400@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Greener Business\, Greater Impact
DESCRIPTION:Ahead of Earth Day\, learn how you can reduce waste and operate your business more sustainably. Hosted by guest speaker Liz\, co-founder and owner of Nickel Refillery\, this session covers how refill systems work and practical ways entrepreneurs can apply eco-friendly practices to their own businesses.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/greener-business-greater-impact/
LOCATION:MS Teams
CATEGORIES:Growing your Business,SBCO,Webinars
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UID:20036-1776340800-1776345300@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Creating Time for What Matters: Time Management for Small Business
DESCRIPTION:A practical time management workshop for small business owners on how to focus on high-value work that actually matters.\n\n\nWhat this workshop covers\nRunning a business often means wearing too many hats and feeling like there’s never enough time in the day. This practical and engaging workshop is designed to help small business owners shift from being constantly “busy” to working with greater intention\, focus\, and impact. \nIn this 75?minute session\, you’ll explore how to better manage your time by understanding the difference between survival tasks and high?value activities—and how to prioritize the work that truly moves your business and life forward. \nYou’ll learn practical strategies to: \n\nIdentify where your time is really going\nFocus on high?value tasks that deliver the greatest return\nReduce procrastination and perfectionism\nSet clear\, realistic goals and create momentum toward them\nReplace time?wasting habits with meaningful\, results?driven actions\n\nThis workshop includes guided reflection\, interactive discussion\, and simple tools you can apply immediately—without adding more to your already full to?do list. \n \nFacilitated by David Cohen\, Your Big Venture\nThis session is led by David Cohen\, an author\, business coach\, and seasoned facilitator with decades of experience supporting entrepreneurs and small business owners. David has taught and coached thousands of individuals across both the nonprofit and for?profit sectors\, helping them gain clarity\, build confidence\, and take focused action. \n \nWho should attend\n\nSmall business owners and entrepreneurs\nSolopreneurs and early?stage founders\nAnyone feeling overwhelmed\, stuck in “busy mode\,” or struggling to prioritize\n\nYou’ll leave with greater clarity\, renewed motivation\, and a clear sense of what to focus on next—so you can start creating time for what truly matters.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/creating-time-for-what-matters-time-management-for-small-business/
CATEGORIES:Business Enterprise Centre- Grey County
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UID:19713-1776344400-1776351600@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Financials 101
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a comprehensive session on Financials 101\, tailored specifically for small business owners.\n\n\nJoin us for a comprehensive session on Financials 101\, tailored specifically for small business owners.  \nThis session will cover Recordkeeping\, Income taxes\, Harmonized Sale Tax\, Balance Sheet\, Income statement\, Cash Flow management\, and we will put all of the information together through a Proforma spreadsheet. Gain the knowledge and skills needed to effectively manage your business finances and make informed financial decisions.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/financials-101-3/
LOCATION:Brampton Entrepreneur Centre + Co-working Space\, 41 George Street South\, Brampton\, ON\, L6Y 2E1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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UID:19728-1776362400-1776367800@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Business Planning Launchpad Series (2 of 4):  Sales and Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to boost your sales and marketing skills at our second installment of the Business Planning Launchpad Series!
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/business-planning-launchpad-series-2-of-4-sales-and-marketing-5/
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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UID:19726-1776362400-1776369600@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Business 101 – April 2026 – Night Virtual Event
DESCRIPTION:An overview of the essentials for getting into business.\n\n\nIn this 2-hour workshop\, the focus is on identifying what you need to get started on your entrepreneurship path. Special focus is given to introducing you to the tools of success that turn an idea into a business. \nIf you are unsure where to start to get into business for yourself\, this event will help give you the larger overview of all the things you need to consider. It is recommended to register for Stepping Into Business following this program to get more in depth information on the various requirements for starting a business.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/business-101-april-2026-night-virtual-event/
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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