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SUMMARY:How to Start a Small Business
DESCRIPTION:Looking to turn your business idea into reality? Join our free Starting a Small Business webinar for clear\, step-by-step guidance on how to set up and grow with confidence. You’ll learn about choosing a legal structure\, registering your business\, and hiring your first employees\, along with proven strategies to help you succeed. Plus\, take advantage of a live Q&A to get your questions answered by experts. Register today and take the first step toward building your business!
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/how-to-start-a-small-business-2/
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,SBCO,Start-up,Starting a Business,Webinars
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SUMMARY:Business Model Canvas Crash Course
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a simple way to plan and grow your business? Join our Business Model Canvas webinar and learn how to map out your ideas\, refine your strategy\, and spot new opportunities. We’ll walk through each part of the canvas and show you how it can guide your decisions as you build your business. Register today to take your venture to the next level.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/business-model-canvas-crash-course/
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,SBCO,Seminars / Workshops,Start-up,Starting a Business
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SUMMARY:Smart Tax Moves for Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Wondering how to stay on top of your business taxes this year? Join Melissa Bouffard\, CPA & CA from Baker Tilly\, for a practical webinar covering what every entrepreneur should know before tax season. We’ll talk about common deductions\, recordkeeping tips\, employer responsibilities\, CRA deadlines\, and how to avoid penalties so you can head into the new year season feeling confident and prepared!
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/smart-tax-moves-for-businesses/
LOCATION:MS Teams
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,SBCO,Starting a Business,Webinars
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UID:19593-1773316800-1773320400@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Business Website Basics for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to choose the right website hosting platform for your business by comparing popular options like Squarespace\, WordPress\, and Wix. \nHosted by guest speaker Jurnee Parisotto Charron\, President and Managing Partner at Barlume Inc.\, this session covers basic website setup and how to clearly present high-priority information so your site works for your business.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/business-website-basics-for-beginners/
LOCATION:MS Teams
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,SBCO,Seminars / Workshops
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SUMMARY:Learning Lab: Your Marketing Starter Guide
DESCRIPTION:This free\, virtual workshop will guide you through the essential steps of building a simple\, effective marketing foundation for your small business. \nLearn how to identify your audience\, clarify your message\, and choose focused marketing actions that support your business goals – complete with budgeting tips and low- or no-cost solutions to get your marketing momentum started.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/learning-lab-your-marketing-starter-guide/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,SBCO,Webinars
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SUMMARY:How To Start a Business
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a skill or talent you’d like to earn income from by working for yourself but are not sure where to get started? Our Kawartha Lakes Small Business Centre (SBC) is here to help guide you! \nWho should attend: \n\nAnyone that has an idea and wants to be their own boss\nNew business owners who want to make sure they haven’t missed anything\n\nIn this workshop\, we’ll cover: \n\nTraits of successful small business owners\nStep-by-step guide to starting your business\nFunding available to small businesses in Ontario\n\nYou’ll walk away knowing the next action you need to take to get your business off the ground. You may even meet other future business owners you can partner with!
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/how-to-start-a-business-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,SBCO
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SUMMARY:Why Market Research Matters
DESCRIPTION:Part of our Beginner’s Webinar Series\, this session teaches new entrepreneurs how market research helps them understand customers and build a business that succeeds.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/why-market-research-matters/
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SUMMARY:How to Write a Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:Part of our Beginner’s Webinar Series\, this session teaches new entrepreneurs how to turn their idea into a clear\, actionable roadmap. Learn the key components of a strong business plan and how to use it to guide decisions and attract support for your business.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/how-to-write-a-business-plan-2/
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CATEGORIES:Business Basics,Growing your Business,SBCO,Starting a Business
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SUMMARY:Social Media for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:Need help with your business social media accounts? This beginner-friendly session covers the essentials to get you started with confidence. We’ll walk through how to create business accounts on Facebook and Instagram\, with a brief introduction to LinkedIn and TikTok. Hosted by our internal staff member\, Raphy Mckiddie (Business Information and Marketing Officer)\, learn what to post first\, how to write a compelling bio\, and simple tips to create posts that attract attention and boost engagement.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/social-media-for-beginners/
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CATEGORIES:Business Basics,SBCO
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