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SUMMARY:Diversifying Trade through the CKFTA
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we explore the South Korean market & Canada-Korea Free Trade Agreement —discover new trade opportunities and strategic insights.\n\n\nDiversifying Trade through CKFTA \nJoin us at Toronto City Hall – Council Chambers & Members’ Lounge for a dynamic event showcasing the opportunities within this Emerging Market. Dive into a world of business possibilities\, networking with like-minded individuals and exploring the potential of the Canada-Korea Free Trade Agreement (CKFTA) with South Korea. Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out\, this event is your gateway to expanding your horizons in the Korean market. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity!
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/diversifying-trade-through-the-ckfta/
LOCATION:Toronto City Hall\, 100 Queen St West\, Members Lounge\, Toronto\, ON\, M5H 2N2\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Entrepreneur Essentials:  Business Plan Writing Tips
DESCRIPTION:Join the VBEC team for a group session on business plan writing tips.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/entrepreneur-essentials-business-plan-writing-tips-8/
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SUMMARY:E-Commerce Holiday Series: Offer Strategy
DESCRIPTION:Learn to create compelling holiday offers\, protect your margins\, increase order value and get your offers seen for a smooth launch.\n\n\nThis workshop is Part 3 of our E-Commerce Holiday Readiness Series. \nAbout the workshop: \nThe holiday rush is the biggest opportunity of the year for ecommerce businesses\, but a poorly planned offer can drain your margins without moving the needle. This practical workshop will help you design a holiday offer with a clear purpose\, protect your profits\, and make sure the right customers actually see it. \nWhether you’re planning your first holiday promotion or want to get more out of the ones you already run\, you’ll leave with a clear\, ready-to-launch offer plan for your business. \nWhat you’ll learn \n\nSet Your Goal: Decide what the offer needs to achieve: attract customers\, grow orders\, encourage repeat purchases or move inventory.\nChoose the Right Offer: Compare offers like discounts\, bundles\, free gifts with purchase\, shipping incentives. Show how each can support different goals and increase average order value.\nProtecting Margins: Check product costs\, discounts\, shipping and fulfilment. Establish minimum spends\, exclusions and limits.\nActivity: Guided exercise to help participants workshop the products\, offer\, timing and terms. Review a few participant examples.\nGetting Your Offer Seen: Make it visible on the website\, send a clear email sequence and create social content that demonstrates its value. Briefly cover partners and paid promotion\, where appropriate.\nQ&A/Checklist: Answer questions and recap\n\nHands-on activity \nYou’ll work through a guided exercise to build out your own offer\, including the products\, offer type\, timing and terms. We’ll review a few participant examples together so you can see how others are approaching their holiday plans. \nWrap-up \nWe’ll finish with an open Q&A and a launch checklist to help you prepare for a smooth rollout. \nWho should attend \nEcommerce business owners and team members responsible for planning holiday promotions\, marketing or online sales. \nAbout the presenter: Sarah Gencarelli is the co-founder of Wild Idea Co.\, an Ottawa-based marketing and creative consultancy helping small businesses turn big ideas into practical action. With more than 15 years of experience working with over 150 brands\, she brings big-brand know-how and a grounded understanding of small-business realities. In this workshop\, Sarah will help ecommerce business owners prepare for the holiday season with compelling offers\, clear marketing and strategies that protect margins while driving sales. \n \n*Please note that you will receive an email with the link to join this webinar upon registering and before the session. If you do not receive it\, please check your junk mailbox.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/e-commerce-holiday-series-offer-strategy/
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SUMMARY:Tourism & Accessibility Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Town of Collingwood invites local business owners\, tourism operators\, community organizations\, and interested community members to attend the Tourism & Accessibility Workshop on Monday\, November 2\, 2026\, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. \nAccessibility is more than a legislative requirement. It is an important part of customer experience\, business success\, and creating a welcoming destination for residents and visitors alike. \nThis free workshop will explore how accessibility can support businesses in better serving customers\, attracting new audiences\, and creating inclusive spaces that benefit everyone. \nWhat You’ll Learn\nParticipants will: \n\nGain an understanding of accessibility requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA);\nHear lived experience perspectives and learn how accessibility impacts residents and visitors;\nDiscover practical\, low-cost accessibility improvements that can make a meaningful difference;\nLearn how to use the AccessNow platform to showcase accessibility features and support informed customer decision-making; and\nTake home tools\, resources\, and ideas that can be applied within their own organizations.\n\nFeatured Presentation\nBreaking Down Barriers Independent Living Resource Centre will provide the educational component of the workshop\, including: \n\nAODA awareness and accessibility considerations;\nLived experience perspectives;\nCommon barriers experienced by people with disabilities; and\nPractical accessibility strategies that businesses can implement.\n\nEvent Details\n\nDate: Monday\, November 2\, 2026\nTime: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.\nLocation: Collingwood Public Library\, Community Rooms B & C\nCost: Free\nRefreshments: Light refreshments will be provided.\n\nSpace is limited. Registration is required. \nJoin us as we explore how accessibility can create better experiences for customers\, strengthen our community\, and support Collingwood as an inclusive destination for all.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/tourism-accessibility-workshop/
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