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SUMMARY:Tax Time Essentials for Business Owners
DESCRIPTION:Simplify tax season with key insights and expert tips to stay organized\, maximize deductions\, and ensure compliance. Set your business up for success with a stress-free tax preparation process! Speakers: Alyssa Stuppiello\, CPA and Katrina Stuppiello-Streiss\, CPB.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/tax-time-essentials-for-business-owners/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,Growing your Business,SBCO,SBCOEvents,Start-up,Starting a Business,Webinars
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SUMMARY:CRA Tax Information: Sole-proprietors
DESCRIPTION:Join for an information session presented by the Canada Revenue Agency’s liaison services. Taxes can be complicated – make the process a bit easier by understanding your obligations\, deductions\, and common errors to avoid. Session will include Q & A.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/cra-tax-information-sole-proprietors/
LOCATION:MS Teams
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,SBCO,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250311T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250311T110000
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CREATED:20250209T220404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T034847Z
UID:14922-1741687200-1741690800@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:eCommerce 101: What\, why\, and how.
DESCRIPTION:More consumers than ever before are turning to online shopping for greater convenience\, safety\, and variety. In this webinar\, the Toronto Digital Service Squad will teach you the basic steps to setting up an online store. We will cover everything from what you need to prepare before launching a store\, to choosing an e-commerce platform\, to providing excellent customer service online. You’ll finish this session feeling excited about how e-commerce can help you reach new customers and expand into different markets. \nWhat you will learn: \n• What is e-commerce\, why it’s important and the benefits of selling online \n• What platforms are available and how to pick the right one for you \n• The basics of inventory management\, choosing the right solution\, and streamlining point-of-sale for both in-store and online \n• Optimizing your website content\, choosing the right themes\, and the basics of search engine optimization (SEO) \n• How to set up secure payments and various shipping options & costs \n• Look at the basics of driving traffic to your store and boost sales through a variety of digital marketing channels \n• How to provide excellent customer service throughout the e-commerce purchase funnel \nJoin us to learn why you should consider e-commerce for your business and how you can easily get started.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/ecommerce-101-what-why-and-how-7/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250305T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250305T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T115912
CREATED:20250214T231901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T034851Z
UID:14965-1741168800-1741176000@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:From Side Hustle to Full-Time Business
DESCRIPTION:This session is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs who dream of turning their part-time passion into a thriving full-time business. The session led by Marlina Ramchandran – Special Projects Manager\, YSpace will explore practical tips and strategies for making the leap\, including assessing readiness\, building a sustainable business model\, and creating a financial plan to support the transition. The session will also include success stories from entrepreneurs who have successfully navigated this journey\, providing inspiration and actionable insights to guide attendees in taking their side hustle to the next level. \nSpeaker Profile: \nMarlina Ramchandran is a Special Projects Manager at YSpace York University. She is responsible for planning and implementation of corporate partnership projects including the highly prestigious VISA’s She’s Next $10K grant for women entrepreneurs and has led the national expansion for YSpace’s women entrepreneur focussed program (ELLA). \nWith over 20 years of experience spread over startup consulting\, hospitality\, education and media\, Marlina has significant expertise in leading high-performance teams to accelerate the growth journey for startups. Marlina has served on the advisory board of Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship’s initiative to build sustainable entrepreneurial campus ecosystem across 500 universities and academic institutes pan India. She is a mentor to early-stage startups and advises on business models\, value proposition and GTM strategies. As a lead player in the pioneering team that launched entrepreneurship across major cities in India\, she has built large scale city-based startup ecosystems\, increased capacities of mentor and investor pool\, and trained 200+ university faculty to teach outcome-based entrepreneurship. \nMarlina holds a Master’s in Business Administration\, with a specialization in marketing and has completed her Bachelor’s in Arts from St. Xavier’s college\, Ahmedabad in India.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/from-side-hustle-to-full-time-business/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,Growing your Business,SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250221T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T115912
CREATED:20250127T184900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T004859Z
UID:14813-1740132000-1740135600@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Privacy and Your Business: An Introduction to PIPEDA
DESCRIPTION:The Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC) provides information to help businesses comply with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and better protect the privacy of Canadians\, their clients\, and customers. This information session will provide an overview of PIPEDA and its 10 Privacy Principles\, illustrating how these principles apply to businesses and answering questions regarding Canada’s federal private-sector privacy law. \nWhat you will learn: \n· What is the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)? \n· What are the privacy responsibilities of small businesses? \n· How can the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada assist small businesses comply with privacy legislation? \n· What are the 10 Privacy Principles of PIPEDA? \n· How might these 10 Privacy Principles apply to my small business? \nJoin us for an overview of PIPEDA to better understand how privacy laws might impact your small business. \nSpeaker Bio: \nThe Privacy Commissioner of Canada is an Agent of Parliament whose mission is to protect and promote privacy rights of individuals. The Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC) oversees compliance with the Privacy Act\, which covers the personal information-handling practices of federal government departments and agencies\, and the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)\, Canada’s federal private-sector privacy law. \nKelly O’Hearn is an Advisor with OPC’s Business Advisory Directorate since 2020. She possesses over 12 years of experience working with federal privacy legislation. \nIn her current role with OPC\, Kelly works closely with individual businesses to provide practical\, meaningful advice and guidance on their personal information handling practices. She enjoys working with businesses of all shapes and sizes through presentations\, Privacy Clinics\, and consultations to help them better comply with PIPEDA.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/privacy-and-your-business-an-introduction-to-pipeda-4/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250220T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250220T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T115912
CREATED:20250127T171912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T003404Z
UID:14794-1740056400-1740061800@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:IGNITE 2025
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to propel your business toward sustainable growth and success in 2025? Join us for a transformative series of webinars designed for entrepreneurs and business leaders eager to gain actionable strategies for dynamic business expansion. These engaging and insightful workshops will be lead by industry expert\, Carey McMaster of Traicon. Equip yourself with the tools and knowledge to position your business for future opportunities this year! \nThursday\, January 30\, 2025 @ 1:00pm-2:30pm (Business Growth) \nIn this webinar\, you will learn about; Assessing operational readiness for growth\, Analyzing market trends and customer behaviours\, Exploring proven growth strategies\, and Mastering data-driven decision-making. \nThursday\, February 6\, 2025 @ 1:00pm-2:30pm (Product Development/Pricing) \nIn this webinar\, you will learn about; Mastering the product development process\, Implementing effective pricing strategies\, and Understanding the role of market research and financial metrics. \nThursday\, February 13\, 2025 @ 1:00pm-2:30pm (Lead Generation) \nIn this webinar\, you will learn about; Understanding the sales funnel framework\, Attracting high-quality leads\, Engaging and nurturing your prospects\, Converting prospects into customers\, and Building long-term customer loyalty. \nThursday\, February 20\, 2025 @ 1:00pm-2:30pm (Record Keeping) \nIn this webinar\, you will learn about; Organized record-keeping systems\, Recording income and expenses\, Claiming vehicle and home business expenses\, Managing Payroll and HST\, Understanding capital cost allowance\, and preparing profit & loss statements.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/ignite-2025-4/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,Growing your Business,SBCO,Starting a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250219T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250219T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T115912
CREATED:20250127T171859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T001854Z
UID:14793-1739959200-1739964600@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:How Rise Can Help Entrepreneurs Understand Credit and Lending
DESCRIPTION:Through low-interest loans\, no-cost training programs\, mentorship\, and other custom supports\, Rise empowers individuals who self-identify with mental health and addiction challenges to develop the skills and access the capital they need to build a business that can transform their lives. \nWhat you will learn: \n• Who is Rise? \n• What options do I have to finance my business start-up or growth? \n• What types of credit are best for my business needs? \n• What is the role of a credit score in lending? \n• How can I improve my credit score? \n• What are Rise’s lending programs? \n• Are the programs offered by Rise right for me? \nJoin us to learn more about Rise and how they can support your business with financing and personal guidance. \nSpeaker Bio: \nJoy Morassutti is a bilingual Rise Business Advisor who supports lending program clients in both English and French. With more than 20 years of experience\, she has supported hundreds of entrepreneurs to build businesses of all different sizes and at various stages of development. \nHaving worked with people from across Canada and in every region of Ontario\, Joy brings a deep understanding and appreciation of what we all have in common\, and an awareness of our regional differences. A student of life\, Joy has been trained in adult learning and professional coaching and says that she loves her job!
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/how-rise-can-help-entrepreneurs-understand-credit-and-lending-2/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,Growing your Business,SBCO,Starting a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250213T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250213T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T115912
CREATED:20250127T171859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T230410Z
UID:14791-1739451600-1739458800@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to transform the way you sell? \nThe Sales Blueprint is a 6-week coaching program designed to help you sell with confidence\, authenticity\, and results. \nThis is the best way to secure the longevity and success of your business with a thriving sales pipeline. \nStarting February 13\, we’ll meet weekly for a 2-hour session that includes hands-on learning and interactive coaching. You’ll leave with actionable strategies\, templates\, and a 90-day plan to grow your sales. \nHere’s what you’ll gain from The Sales Blueprint: Your Path to Sales Success \nWeek 1: Sales Foundations & Mindset (Feb 13): Learn the psychology behind authentic selling\, overcome limiting beliefs\, and align your sales strategy with your values to build unshakable confidence. \nWeek 2: Sales-Driven Marketing (Feb 20): Discover how to seamlessly integrate sales messaging into your marketing\, create trust-building content\, and communicate your unique value with clarity. \nWeek 3: Prospecting & Qualification (Feb 27): Identify your ideal clients\, craft a powerful prospecting plan\, and develop tools to qualify leads so you can focus on the opportunities that matter most. \nWeek 4: Sales Conversations That Convert (Mar 6): Master one-on-one and group sales conversations with techniques that build trust\, handle objections\, and close deals with confidence and ease. \nWeek 5: Objection Handling & Negotiation (Mar 20): Turn objections into opportunities and learn win-win negotiation strategies that leave both you and your clients feeling great about the outcome. \nWeek 6: Comprehensive Sales Strategy (Mar 27): Wrap it all up with a 90-day action plan\, streamlined tools\, and strategies to retain clients and drive sustainable sales growth. \nIt’s time to master authentic sales and grow your business!
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/14791/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,Growing your Business,SBCO,SBCOEvents,Starting a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250213T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250213T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T115912
CREATED:20250127T171859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T230410Z
UID:14792-1739451600-1739457000@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:IGNITE 2025
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to propel your business toward sustainable growth and success in 2025? Join us for a transformative series of webinars designed for entrepreneurs and business leaders eager to gain actionable strategies for dynamic business expansion. These engaging and insightful workshops will be lead by industry expert\, Carey McMaster of Traicon. Equip yourself with the tools and knowledge to position your business for future opportunities this year! \nThursday\, January 30\, 2025 @ 1:00pm-2:30pm (Business Growth) \nIn this webinar\, you will learn about; Assessing operational readiness for growth\, Analyzing market trends and customer behaviours\, Exploring proven growth strategies\, and Mastering data-driven decision-making. \nThursday\, February 6\, 2025 @ 1:00pm-2:30pm (Product Development/Pricing) \nIn this webinar\, you will learn about; Mastering the product development process\, Implementing effective pricing strategies\, and Understanding the role of market research and financial metrics. \nThursday\, February 13\, 2025 @ 1:00pm-2:30pm (Lead Generation) \nIn this webinar\, you will learn about; Understanding the sales funnel framework\, Attracting high-quality leads\, Engaging and nurturing your prospects\, Converting prospects into customers\, and Building long-term customer loyalty. \nThursday\, February 20\, 2025 @ 1:00pm-2:30pm (Record Keeping) \nIn this webinar\, you will learn about; Organized record-keeping systems\, Recording income and expenses\, Claiming vehicle and home business expenses\, Managing Payroll and HST\, Understanding capital cost allowance\, and preparing profit & loss statements.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/ignite-2025-3/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,Growing your Business,SBCO,Starting a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250211T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250211T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T115912
CREATED:20250127T171859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T223456Z
UID:14790-1739268000-1739275200@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Getting Started with Intellectual Property (IP): Why is IP Important?
DESCRIPTION:Innovation starts with an idea—your idea. Are you developing your idea into something tangible such as building a brand for your business or creating a product to sell? If so\, then you need to know about intellectual property (IP). This webinar will introduce you to trademarks\, patents\, trade secrets\, industrial designs and copyright\, and explain how protecting your creations through IP rights can give you an advantage over your competition. \nWhat you will learn: \n• What is intellectual property (IP)? \n• How may IP be valuable to a small business? \n• Why is IP important? \n• How can IP unlock the value of my idea? \n• What are the benefits of IP? \n• How do you know if you have IP? \n• What IP resources are available to me? \nJoin us to learn all about intellectual property rights and how they may apply to your small business. \nSpeaker Bio: \nElizabeth Collinson has worked with the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) for more than 20 years in a variety of roles\, including trademark examiner and business development officer. She has a passion for helping entrepreneurs understand the importance and value of intellectual property and believes strongly in providing service excellence to clients. Elizabeth is also an inactive Trademark Agent\, listed on the Canadian Patent Agent and Trademark Agent (CPATA) register.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/getting-started-with-intellectual-property-ip-why-is-ip-important-5/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,Growing your Business,SBCO,SBCOEvents,Starting a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250206T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250206T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T115912
CREATED:20250127T171859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T211951Z
UID:14789-1738846800-1738852200@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:IGNITE 2025
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to propel your business toward sustainable growth and success in 2025? Join us for a transformative series of webinars designed for entrepreneurs and business leaders eager to gain actionable strategies for dynamic business expansion. These engaging and insightful workshops will be lead by industry expert\, Carey McMaster of Traicon. Equip yourself with the tools and knowledge to position your business for future opportunities this year! \nThursday\, January 30\, 2025 @ 1:00pm-2:30pm (Business Growth) \nIn this webinar\, you will learn about; Assessing operational readiness for growth\, Analyzing market trends and customer behaviours\, Exploring proven growth strategies\, and Mastering data-driven decision-making. \nThursday\, February 6\, 2025 @ 1:00pm-2:30pm (Product Development/Pricing) \nIn this webinar\, you will learn about; Mastering the product development process\, Implementing effective pricing strategies\, and Understanding the role of market research and financial metrics. \nThursday\, February 13\, 2025 @ 1:00pm-2:30pm (Lead Generation) \nIn this webinar\, you will learn about; Understanding the sales funnel framework\, Attracting high-quality leads\, Engaging and nurturing your prospects\, Converting prospects into customers\, and Building long-term customer loyalty. \nThursday\, February 20\, 2025 @ 1:00pm-2:30pm (Record Keeping) \nIn this webinar\, you will learn about; Organized record-keeping systems\, Recording income and expenses\, Claiming vehicle and home business expenses\, Managing Payroll and HST\, Understanding capital cost allowance\, and preparing profit & loss statements.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/ignite-2025-2/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,Growing your Business,SBCO,Starting a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250130T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250130T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T115912
CREATED:20250127T171859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T193354Z
UID:14788-1738242000-1738247400@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:IGNITE 2025
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to propel your business toward sustainable growth and success in 2025? Join us for a transformative series of webinars designed for entrepreneurs and business leaders eager to gain actionable strategies for dynamic business expansion. These engaging and insightful workshops will be lead by industry expert\, Carey McMaster of Traicon. Equip yourself with the tools and knowledge to position your business for future opportunities this year! \nThursday\, January 30\, 2025 @ 1:00pm-2:30pm (Business Growth) \nIn this webinar\, you will learn about; Assessing operational readiness for growth\, Analyzing market trends and customer behaviours\, Exploring proven growth strategies\, and Mastering data-driven decision-making. \nThursday\, February 6\, 2025 @ 1:00pm-2:30pm (Product Development/Pricing) \nIn this webinar\, you will learn about; Mastering the product development process\, Implementing effective pricing strategies\, and Understanding the role of market research and financial metrics. \nThursday\, February 13\, 2025 @ 1:00pm-2:30pm (Lead Generation) \nIn this webinar\, you will learn about; Understanding the sales funnel framework\, Attracting high-quality leads\, Engaging and nurturing your prospects\, Converting prospects into customers\, and Building long-term customer loyalty. \nThursday\, February 20\, 2025 @ 1:00pm-2:30pm (Record Keeping) \nIn this webinar\, you will learn about; Organized record-keeping systems\, Recording income and expenses\, Claiming vehicle and home business expenses\, Managing Payroll and HST\, Understanding capital cost allowance\, and preparing profit & loss statements.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/ignite-2025/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,Growing your Business,SBCO,Starting a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250130T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250130T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T115913
CREATED:20250128T190429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T193354Z
UID:14826-1738234800-1738238400@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Building Your Brand and Winning Clients on LinkedIn
DESCRIPTION:Overview of the session: \nThe art of social selling fuses sales and marketing to establish a personal brand. Warm up your outreach by using the platform as a means to educate and inform. As we all know\, one of humankind’s favorite pass times of today is scrolling through social media. Companies and sales professionals can leverage this trend by falling in their prospective and existing customer’s line of sight when they do. This session will teach you how utilize LinkedIn and LinkedIn Sales Navigator to research potential customers\, create an engaging means to connect with them\, and to align your profile and messaging to shine. Adopt a consultative sales approach\, focused less on pitching and more on generating engagement. \nThree key takeaways: \n1.Understand how to use LinkedIn as a tool to research prospective customers and keep on eye on what businesses and positions they might transition into in the future\n2.Refine your profile and messaging to create a personal brand\n3.Better define your ideal customer to start sharing engaging and educational content that resonates \nAs a result of joining this event\, you will know how to embed social selling into your sales process and strategy\, casting a wider net and attracting the new generation of decision makers that utilize the platform to stay informed and connected with professionals that will bring benefit to their business. \nRecommended audience: \nSales Professionals\, Managers and Business Owners/Executives
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/building-your-brand-and-winning-clients-on-linkedin/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250129T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250129T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T115913
CREATED:20250127T171859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T191906Z
UID:14787-1738155600-1738159200@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Mastering Shortform Video with Sky Bonner
DESCRIPTION:Discover how to create impactful videos that elevate your brand on social media in this engaging workshop. Learn to find inspiration\, generate content ideas effortlessly\, and craft standout video edits that captivate your audience. \nWorkshop Highlights:  \n\nFinding Video Inspiration: Explore techniques to spark creativity and uncover fresh ideas for your brand.\n\n\nEffortless Content Generation: Learn how to brainstorm engaging video topics that resonate with your audience.\n\n\nCrafting Standout Edits: Master essential editing techniques to produce polished and professional-looking videos.\n\n\nConsistency and Growth: Understand the importance of maintaining a consistent video presence and how it drives brand growth.\n\nJoin us to gain practical insights and take your video content to the next level. Register today and start building a stronger video presence for your business! \nAbout Sky: \nSky Bonner is a Canadian entrepreneur with a passion for creativity and storytelling. Her early years were shaped by resilience\, overcoming challenges in a difficult childhood before being adopted at age eight. This pivotal moment provided stability and opportunities that fueled her ambition to build a life focused on creativity and innovation. \nSky studied Advertising & Marketing\, launching her career in a corporate role before becoming an editor for a prominent YouTube channel. In 2020\, she transitioned to freelancing full-time\, helping clients achieve millions of views on social media and leading impactful initiatives like her Dream Board Workshop.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/mastering-shortform-video-with-sky-bonner/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,Growing your Business,SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250128T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250128T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T115913
CREATED:20250127T171859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T190429Z
UID:14786-1738065600-1738069200@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Beyond Compliance\, Building Consumer Trust with Anisha Suganthan
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an insightful workshop designed to help businesses navigate Ontario’s Consumer Protection Act and enhance consumer trust through ethical practices.  This session provides essential knowledge and tools for businesses to maintain compliance and foster positive customer relationships. \nWorkshop Objectives:  \n\nOverview of Consumer Protection Regulations: Understand key provisions of the Ontario Consumer Protection Act and how they apply across industries to build trust and ensure fair practices.\n\n\nEnforcement and Compliance Support Tools: Learn how Consumer Protection Ontario enforces the Act and explore practical tools to meet regulatory standards and stay informed on evolving requirements.\n\n\nHandling Complaints and Dispute Resolution: Gain tips for effectively addressing complaints and maintaining strong consumer relations.\n\n\nBest Practices for Ethical Conduct and Transparency: Discover actionable strategies to enhance transparency\, avoid misrepresentation\, and align with ethical business practices.\n\nTake advantage of this opportunity to ask questions\, gain clarity\, and leave with practical strategies for compliance and ethical operations. Register now to strengthen your business’s consumer relationships! \nAbout Anisha: \nAnisha Suganthan is an Education and Outreach Coordinator with Consumer Protection Ontario. She leads community initiatives to raise awareness about consumer protection laws and the services provided by Consumer Protection Ontario. Anisha holds a Master’s degree in Public Policy\, Law\, and Administration from York University.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/beyond-compliance-building-consumer-trust-with-anisha-suganthan/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,Growing your Business,SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250128T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250128T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T115913
CREATED:20250127T171859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T190429Z
UID:14785-1738058400-1738062000@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:eCommerce 101: What\, why\, and how.
DESCRIPTION:More consumers than ever before are turning to online shopping for greater convenience\, safety\, and variety. In this webinar\, the Toronto Digital Service Squad will teach you the basic steps to setting up an online store. We will cover everything from what you need to prepare before launching a store\, to choosing an e-commerce platform\, to providing excellent customer service online. You’ll finish this session feeling excited about how e-commerce can help you reach new customers and expand into different markets. \nWhat you will learn: \n• What is e-commerce\, why it’s important and the benefits of selling online \n• What platforms are available and how to pick the right one for you \n• The basics of inventory management\, choosing the right solution\, and streamlining point-of-sale for both in-store and online \n• Optimizing your website content\, choosing the right themes\, and the basics of search engine optimization (SEO) \n• How to set up secure payments and various shipping options & costs \n• Look at the basics of driving traffic to your store and boost sales through a variety of digital marketing channels \n• How to provide excellent customer service throughout the e-commerce purchase funnel \nJoin us to learn why you should consider e-commerce for your business and how you can easily get started.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/ecommerce-101-what-why-and-how-6/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241206T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241206T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T115913
CREATED:20241106T160403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T220640Z
UID:8876-1733477400-1733482800@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:T1 General Small Business Tax Literacy Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Presented by the Canada Revenue Agency’s Liaison Officer Service Program \nThis seminar is offered to owners of small businesses and self-employed individuals who need help in understanding their tax obligations. The presentation is geared towards unincorporated businesses and will provide participants with the basic principles and resources needed to navigate the tax system \nDuring the seminar\, the Liaison Officers will: \n\nExplain common tax errors\nDemonstrate how to use financial benchmarks for relevant industries\nProvide information on various tools and services offered by the CRA\nExplain general bookkeeping concepts and best practices
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/t1-general-small-business-tax-literacy-seminar-17/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,Growing your Business,SBCO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241129T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241129T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T115913
CREATED:20241030T141917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241129T213351Z
UID:8813-1732874400-1732879800@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Incubators: Introduction to Newcomer Kitchen
DESCRIPTION:This webinar series aims to inform about incubators/accelerators and shines a spotlight on Newcomer Kitchen. Newcomer Kitchen is a not-for-profit social enterprise helping newcomer women to start their own food businesses. \nWhat you will learn: \n? What is an incubator? \n? What is Newcomer Kitchen? \n? What is the Willing to Work program? \n? What is the XP program? \n? How does Newcomer Kitchen get involved in the community? \n? Is Newcomer Kitchen right for me? \nJoin us to learn more about incubator like Newcomer Kitchen\, and how they can help you in your small business journey today. \nPlease note: This program is geared towards women with Canadian permanent resident (PR) status (non-citizens). \nSpeaker Bio: \nSusan Ng is a food professional with 25 years of culinary experience\, passionate in food education and multiculturalism. She has worked in catering\, recipe and product development\, and authored a cookbook on Asian cuisines. Susan runs cooking programs for diverse communities\, including newcomer kids\, families\, and seniors. Currently\, as the Program Manager at Newcomer Kitchen\, she empowers newcomer women through the innovative IRCC-funded “Willing To Work Food Entrepreneurship Training Program” to start their own food businesses. Susan’s passion for culinary excellence and inclusivity is highlighted through her commitment to empowering others through food and celebrating diversity.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/incubators-introduction-to-newcomer-kitchen-2/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,Growing your Business,SBCO,SBCOEvents,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241120T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241120T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T115913
CREATED:20241021T120445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T193454Z
UID:8706-1732096800-1732104000@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Financials 101
DESCRIPTION:Get started with the fundamentals of bookkeeping and recordkeeping. Gain insights into key financial statements such as the Balance Sheet\, Cash Flow\, and Income Statement.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/financials-101/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,SBCO
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ORGANIZER;CN="Halton Region Small Business Centre":MAILTO:smallbusiness@halton.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241108T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T115913
CREATED:20241009T090426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T163404Z
UID:8603-1731060000-1731063600@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Entrepreneurship & Mental Health: Why It Matters
DESCRIPTION:Learn more about Rise\, a leading organization dedicated to educating and empowering entrepreneurs with essential tools and insights for safeguarding their mental health. Research indicates that entrepreneurs\, driven by passion and facing constant uncertainty\, are particularly vulnerable to burnout. Learning to recognize its warning signs and symptoms early is crucial\, as untreated burnout not only jeopardizes business success but also impacts personal health and overall life satisfaction. \nIn this workshop\, we will delve into the top six signs and symptoms of burnout specific to entrepreneurs. Through interactive sessions\, participants will gain practical techniques to effectively manage stress\, maintain work-life balance\, and cultivate resilience. Don’t wait until burnout takes its toll—equip yourself with the knowledge and skills to protect your well-being and optimize your entrepreneurial journey. \nWhat you will learn: \n• Who is Rise? \n• Burnout signs and symptoms \n• Burnout prevention \n• Mental health resources \n• Are the programs offered by Rise right for me? \nJoin us to learn more about organizations like Rise and how they can assist entrepreneurs with a history of mental health and addiction challenges to launch and grow a small business. \nSpeaker Bio: \nIman Grewal is a passionate mental health advocate\, serial entrepreneur\, and SOCH Mental Health board member. She works as a full-time Educator and Entrepreneurship Coach for the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA)\, is a facilitator for Rise and holds a Peer Support Certification. Iman is also a fourth-generation certified Yoga and Meditation Practitioner with her own wellness platform\, YogaVedaIman. \nIman’s commitment to frontline work earned her a nomination as one of six Mental Health Heroes chosen from a nationwide search featured in Reader’s Digest’s Heroes of Mental Health. In 2022\, the CMHA recognized Iman’s impact with the ‘We Are More Award.’ Currently\, she is nominated for the Women’s Empowerment Award\, presented by Rogers\, for her dedication to diversity\, equality and inclusion.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/entrepreneurship-mental-health-why-it-matters/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,Growing your Business,SBCO,SBCOEvents
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241025T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241025T133000
DTSTAMP:20260417T115913
CREATED:20241003T084936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T130349Z
UID:8540-1729857600-1729863000@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Government of Canada Business Programs
DESCRIPTION:Join SBC Ontario in celebrating Small Business Week with this 3 part webinar! \nCIPO\nCanadian Intellectual Property Office who is the federal government agency responsible for administering most of the intellectual property (IP) rights for Canada. I will also cover information on our IP Awareness & Education Program and the most common types of IP such as trademarks\, copyrights\, patents\, industrial designs and more. \nWork Integrated Learning Digital (WIL Digital) by ICTC \nJoin us for an informative session designed to introduce association members to the WIL Digital program by the Information and Communications Technology Council (ICTC). This program is crafted to bridge the gap between emerging talent and industry needs in the digital sector. During this session\, we’ll provide a comprehensive overview of how WIL Digital facilitates work-integrated learning opportunities\, offers valuable insights into its benefits for employers\, and explores the impact on the future workforce. You’ll learn about the program’s structure\, the support available to both employers and students\, and how participating can enhance your organization’s talent pool while fostering growth in the tech industry. \nCompetition Bureau 101: What Entrepreneurs Need to Know\nThe Competition Bureau is an independent law enforcement agency that works to foster a competitive and innovative marketplace in which Canadian businesses can prosper. \nCompetition law can be overwhelming. Understanding how it applies to small businesses and its effects on your operation can be difficult. To shed light on this crucial information\, Director of Compliance Majid Charania of the Competition Bureau will be giving a virtual crash-course presentation on all things competition law\, covering items like: \n1. How the Bureau helps protect and promote competition \n2. Staying above board with the law \n3. Have a voice in pro-competitive policy changes and; \n4. How to spot potentially anti-competitive behavior.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/government-of-canada-business-programs/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,Growing your Business,Growth,SBCO,Start-up,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241024T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241024T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T115913
CREATED:20241003T084933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T103814Z
UID:8538-1729771200-1729774800@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Gearing up for Entrepreneurship with Blueprint
DESCRIPTION:Your business idea is brilliant—you just know it could become something big. But how do you start? Where do you start? What are your sales projections? Should you worry about competition? (Hint: yes) How do you decide your company goals? What even is a mission statement? \nWhich is where a business plan comes in. By mapping out every last detail of your business\, from financial projections and staff and employees\, to marketing strategies and mission statements\, not only are you minimizing potential hiccups but you’re also providing future financiers a reputable business to invest in. Introducing Blueprint by Ownr. Blueprint is a free business plan generator that allows entrepreneurs of all stages to create a polished\, professional\, and complete business plan.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/gearing-up-for-entrepreneurship-with-blueprint/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,Growing your Business,SBCO,SBCOEvents,Starting a Business
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241024T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241024T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T115913
CREATED:20240925T040645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T124859Z
UID:8488-1729771200-1729774800@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Small Business Week! Gearing up for Entrepreneurship with Blueprint
DESCRIPTION:Your business idea is brilliant—you just know it could become something big. But how do you start? Where do you start? What are your sales projections? Should you worry about competition? (Hint: yes) How do you decide your company goals? What even is a mission statement? \nWhich is where a business plan comes in. By mapping out every last detail of your business\, from financial projections and staff and employees\, to marketing strategies and mission statements\, not only are you minimizing potential hiccups but you’re also providing future financiers a reputable business to invest in. Introducing Blueprint by Ownr. Blueprint is a free business plan generator that allows entrepreneurs of all stages to create a polished\, professional\, and complete business plan. \nPresented by our Excellence Sponsor: OWNR \nZoom link to come!
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/small-business-week-gearing-up-for-entrepreneurship-with-blueprint/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,Growing your Business,SBCO,SBCOEvents,Start-up,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241023T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241023T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T115913
CREATED:20241003T084928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T123419Z
UID:8536-1729684800-1729688400@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Exploring Franchise Opportunities presented by TD
DESCRIPTION:Join TD in partnership with SBC Ontario for Exploring Franchise Opportunities! \nConnect\, learn and grow through a series of workshops\, webinars and networking sessions\, empowering small business owners with the tools\, resources and insights needed to navigate challenges and seize opportunities.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/exploring-franchise-opportunities-presented-by-td/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,Growing your Business,Growth,SBCO,Start-up,Starting a Business
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241019T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241019T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T115913
CREATED:20241001T083132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241019T113421Z
UID:8512-1729342800-1729353600@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Small Business Week
DESCRIPTION:Join the Richmond Hill SBEC October 19-25 to celebrate Small Business Week!\nConnect\, learn and grow through a series of workshops\, webinars and networking sessions\, empowering small business owners with the tools\,\nresources and insights needed to navigate challenges and seize opportunities.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/small-business-week/
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,Forum,Growing your Business,Growth,Networking,SBCO,Start-up,Starting a Business,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241010T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241010T213000
DTSTAMP:20260417T115913
CREATED:20240910T131944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T091905Z
UID:8373-1728590400-1728595800@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Business Planning Launchpad Series (2 of 4): Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Vaughan Business and Entrepreneurship Centre (VBEC) presents this four-part workshop series that will help you work on your business plan and create a viable budget and financial projections for your business. This is a free\, virtual program\, designed for startups and established small businesses to get their ideas on paper through a step-by-step process of developing a business plan. A well-written\, realistic business plan that clearly articulates what you’ve already done and what you plan to do is a core requirement for qualifying for grant\, loan and investment opportunities. \nOn top of the training sessions\, all participants will be given an opportunity to book 30-minute one-on-one meetings with the entrepreneur advisor to get feedback on their business and financial plans. \nSession 2: Marketing: Offering\, Target Market\, USP\, Building a Marketing plan – marketing basics and must dos to build a solid marketing plan to generate leads \nTopics covered in this session will include: \n\nMarketing section overview\nAdvertising and promotional strategies\nDigital and online marketing and promotion\n\nPlease note\, registrants will receive a Zoom link 10 minutes before the session starts\, and this four-part workshop series will be scheduled and repeated four times until October 2024 at different timeslots to accommodate various schedules. Visit each topic registration page for alternative options. \nBusiness Planning Launchpad Series training is highly recommended to those participants interested in applying for the grant for the Starter Company Plus program. \nThe Business Planning Launchpad is composed of four (4) parts of workshop series\, and participants are required to register for 4 individual sessions. Please check vaughanbusiness.ca/events for the upcoming Business Planning Launchpad series of individual sessions for registration. \n\n\n\n\nA bout the Speaker: \nM att Kostan \nMatt is a serial entrepreneur\, speaker and brand creator. He’s created multiple 7 figure brands and launched 8 successful Kickstarter projects all based on the power of shopper feedback. His work has been featured in Forbes\, Business Insider and Entrepreneur. He is the CEO and Co-founder of ProductPinion\, a market research and intelligence software platform. ProductPinion helps ecommerce entrepreneurs increase their sales by connecting them to over 20 000 shoppers who are ready to give instant feedback on which ideas\, designs or products will sell best.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/business-planning-launchpad-series-2-of-4-marketing-2/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,Growing your Business,SBCO,SBCOEvents
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241003T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241003T213000
DTSTAMP:20260417T115913
CREATED:20240903T114907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T084927Z
UID:8292-1727985600-1727991000@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Business Planning Launchpad Series (1 of 4): Ideation
DESCRIPTION:Vaughan Business and Entrepreneurship Centre (VBEC) presents this four-part workshop series that will help you work on your business plan and create a viable budget and financial projections for your business. This is a free\, virtual program\, designed for startups and established small businesses to get their ideas on paper through a step-by-step process of developing a business plan. A well-written\, realistic business plan that clearly articulates what you’ve already done and what you plan to do is a core requirement for qualifying for grant\, loan and investment opportunities. \nOn top of the training sessions\, all participants will be given an opportunity to book 30-minute one-on-one meetings with the entrepreneur advisor to get feedback on their business and financial plans. \nSession 1: Idea\, Business Viability and Market Research – validating your business idea\, vision\, mission and market research to test your business assumptions \nTopics covered in this session will include: \n\nIdeation\nValue proposition\nBusiness viability\nMarket research\nTrends and competitive analyses\n\nPlease note\, registrants will receive a Zoom link 10 minutes before the session starts\, and this four-part workshop series will be scheduled and repeated four times until October 2024 at different timeslots to accommodate various schedules. Visit each topic registration page for alternative options. \nBusiness Planning Launchpad Series training is highly recommended to those participants interested in applying for the grant for the Starter Company Plus program. \nThe Business Planning Launchpad is composed of four (4) parts of workshop series\, and participants are required to register for 4 individual sessions. Please check vaughanbusiness.ca/events for the upcoming Business Planning Launchpad series of individual sessions for registration. \n\n\n\n\nA bout the Speaker: \nM att Kostan \nMatt is a serial entrepreneur\, speaker and brand creator. He’s created multiple 7 figure brands and launched 8 successful Kickstarter projects all based on the power of shopper feedback. His work has been featured in Forbes\, Business Insider and Entrepreneur. He is the CEO and Co-founder of ProductPinion\, a market research and intelligence software platform. ProductPinion helps ecommerce entrepreneurs increase their sales by connecting them to over 20 000 shoppers who are ready to give instant feedback on which ideas\, designs or products will sell best.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/business-planning-launchpad-series-1-of-4-ideation/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,Growing your Business,SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240927T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T115913
CREATED:20240828T102037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T040641Z
UID:8258-1727431200-1727434800@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Privacy and Your Business: An Introduction to PIPEDA
DESCRIPTION:The Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC) provides information to help businesses comply with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and better protect the privacy of Canadians\, their clients\, and customers. This information session will provide an overview of PIPEDA and its 10 Privacy Principles\, illustrating how these principles apply to businesses and answering questions regarding Canada’s federal private-sector privacy law. \nWhat you will learn: \n· What is the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)? \n· What are the privacy responsibilities of small businesses? \n· How can the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada assist small businesses comply with privacy legislation? \n· What are the 10 Privacy Principles of PIPEDA? \n· How might these 10 Privacy Principles apply to my small business? \nJoin us for an overview of PIPEDA to better understand how privacy laws might impact your small business. \nSpeaker Bio: \nThe Privacy Commissioner of Canada is an Agent of Parliament whose mission is to protect and promote privacy rights of individuals. The Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC) oversees compliance with the Privacy Act\, which covers the personal information-handling practices of federal government departments and agencies\, and the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)\, Canada’s federal private-sector privacy law. \nKelly O’Hearn is an Advisor with OPC’s Business Advisory Directorate since 2020. She possesses over 12 years of experience working with federal privacy legislation. \nIn her current role with OPC\, Kelly works closely with individual businesses to provide practical\, meaningful advice and guidance on their personal information handling practices. She enjoys working with businesses of all shapes and sizes through presentations\, Privacy Clinics\, and consultations to help them better comply with PIPEDA.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/privacy-and-your-business-an-introduction-to-pipeda-2/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240925T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240925T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T115913
CREATED:20240906T123419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T040641Z
UID:8340-1727258400-1727265600@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Business Plan Basics
DESCRIPTION:Acquire essential skills in developing a robust business plan and conducting a comprehensive feasibility analysis. This workshop will empower you to create a strategic roadmap for your business\, enhancing your ability to secure financing and navigate the path to success.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/business-plan-basics/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,SBCO
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ORGANIZER;CN="Halton Region Small Business Centre":MAILTO:smallbusiness@halton.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240924T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240924T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T115913
CREATED:20240829T103448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240920T081904Z
UID:8267-1727172000-1727177400@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Neurodivergent Success at Work: How to Support Your Neurodiverse Team
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is designed to provide participants with a general understanding of neurodiversity\, as well as insights into how neurodivergent individuals can thrive and struggle in the workplace. Participants will then use this knowledge to create a tailored strategic plan for their company\, ensuring better support for neurodivergent employees both now and in the future. Hosted by Enterprise Renfrew County; Facilitated by Erin Curtis of Dragonfly Family & Learning. September 24\, 10:00am to 11:30am \nTo register for these free webinars visit: Neurodivergent Series – County of Renfrew
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/neurodivergent-success-at-work-how-to-support-your-neurodiverse-team/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,SBCO,SBCOEvents
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ORGANIZER;CN="Enterprise Renfrew County":MAILTO:csadler@countyofrenfrew.on.ca
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