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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-9/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,SBCO,SBCOEvents
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UID:15508-1749202200-1749209400@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-20/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,SBCO,SBCOEvents,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250612T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250612T113000
DTSTAMP:20260502T152732
CREATED:20250513T171904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T010348Z
UID:15554-1749720600-1749727800@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Master Reels to Increase Visibility
DESCRIPTION:Reels are Instagram’s most powerful growth tool—learn how to use them strategically\n\n\nReels are Instagram’s most powerful growth tool—if you’re not using them strategically\, you’re missing out on massive visibility\, engagement\, and audience expansion.  \nWhat you will learn:  \n\nHow the Instagram Algorithm Prioritizes Reels and how to make it work for you \n\n\nThe anatomy of an engaging reel \n\n\nContent Planning for Consistency so you never run out of ideas again. \n\n\nEditing Basics & Must-Know Features—create polished\, professional Reels without spending hours. \n\nYou’ll leave with practical strategies to create Reels that are fresh\, engaging\, and fully aligned with your brand.  \nBonus: Walk away with 30 B-Roll ideas   \nPresented by: Orzala Quddusi \nOrzala is the owner of Make it Happen Services\, an award-winning social media ?agency that specializes in social media coaching\, training & paid advertising. ?With over a decade of hands-on experience in running her own social media ?agency and coaching on social media\, Orzala also brings six years of corporate-?level marketing.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/master-reels-to-increase-visibility/
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CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250613T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250613T150000
DTSTAMP:20260502T152732
CREATED:20250514T173422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T011846Z
UID:15577-1749823200-1749826800@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Make Your Social Media Work For You
DESCRIPTION:Ashley Small\, founder of Small Creative Co\, will be discussing how to create a strong brand presence on social media\, knowing your audience\, and best practices/basics for content creation. This presentation is for the business owner that wants to see more results on social media\, create a loyal customer base\, and discuss the small things that can make a big impact on your content.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/make-your-social-media-work-for-you/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,Growing your Business,SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250617T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250617T190000
DTSTAMP:20260502T152732
CREATED:20250518T183417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T200345Z
UID:15600-1750183200-1750186800@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:The Secret to High Converting Ad Creatives
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is a deep dive into the creative side of ads\n\n\nThis creative-focussed workshop is a deep dive into the creative side of ads\, focusing on what makes an ad stop the scroll. This session covers best practices for ad copy\, visuals\, video\, and UGC-style content\, plus how to A/B test creative elements to improve performance. \nPresented by: Kat SpargaloKat has been in the social media marketing space for 10+ years. She started her career in Marketing in Toronto as a 360 media planner\, then moved into the social space to master the craft.She has worked on large brands\, such as RedBull and Scotiabank\, and has worked at many large agencies in Toronto.She now resides in the Durham Region\, working remotely for a UK-based agency while also running her own business that is focused on helping local businesses grow and thrive.When she’s not working\, she can be found spending time with her family and her dogs\, going to concerts\, or checking out local spots around the GTA.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/the-secret-to-high-converting-ad-creatives/
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CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250619T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250619T123000
DTSTAMP:20260502T152732
CREATED:20250618T201849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T203351Z
UID:16070-1750330800-1750336200@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/
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CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T143000
DTSTAMP:20260502T152732
CREATED:20250618T201849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T203351Z
UID:16072-1750338000-1750343400@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Business Planning Launchpad Series (3 of 4)
DESCRIPTION:Operations\, Time and Risk Management
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/business-planning-launchpad-series-3-of-4/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250620T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250620T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T152732
CREATED:20250521T191911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T193406Z
UID:15618-1750413600-1750417200@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-5/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250620T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250620T140000
DTSTAMP:20260502T152732
CREATED:20250521T191911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T204851Z
UID:15620-1750420800-1750428000@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:We Mean Business – Networking Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Join us at State & Main in Whitby for a networking lunch\n\n\nCome and network with local business owners in Durham Region. \nJoin BACD at State & Main\, Whitby for a networking event . \n“We Mean Business”\, is a networking lunch for local business owners in Durham Region! \nCome out and meet new people and talk about your business in a casual setting. \nThe cost is $10 to reserve your space \, attendees will be responsible for covering the cost of their meal. \nWe hope to see you there! \n 
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/we-mean-business-networking-lunch/
LOCATION:State & Main\, 378 Taunton Road East\, Whitby\, ON\, L1R 0H4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250624T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250624T093000
DTSTAMP:20260502T152732
CREATED:20250606T234852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T213433Z
UID:15914-1750752000-1750757400@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Secrets to Selling your Business with Judith Pineault
DESCRIPTION:Prepare for a successful business transition with this essential workshop on exit strategies and valuation.\n\n\nPrepare for a successful business transition with this essential workshop on exit strategies and valuation. This session will equip business owners with the knowledge needed to maximize value and navigate the complexities of selling or transitioning their business. \n\nExit Strategy Unveiled: Explore different exit options\, including intergenerational transition\, employee transfers\, or strategic third-party sales\, and identify the best path for your business.\n\n\nBusiness Valuation Insights: Learn key valuation methods to understand your company’s worth and set realistic expectations for a successful exit.\n\n\nMaximizing Enterprise Value: Discover practical strategies to enhance business value\, making your company more attractive to potential buyers.\nConfidential Support: Learn how to transition your business successfully with complete confidentiality on an anonymous online meeting.\n\nBy the end of this workshop\, you’ll have the tools and confidence to develop a strong exit plan that aligns with your goals. Participation is fully anonymous\, ensuring privacy throughout the session. Register now to start planning your business’s future! \n  \nAbout Judit Pineault: \nJudith Pineault\, a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA)\, is the former CEO and Co-founder of Eastern Fluid Power Inc. Following her successful exit in 2019\, she has guided over 100 business owners through transition. With expertise in business valuation\, sales\, and value maximization\, she provides real-world insights to help entrepreneurs successfully navigate the complexities of exiting their businesses.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/secrets-to-selling-your-business-with-judith-pineault-2/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Growth,SBCO,SBCOEvents,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250624T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250624T103000
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CREATED:20250525T203347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T213433Z
UID:15656-1750757400-1750761000@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Understanding Consumer Protection Requirements New
DESCRIPTION:Come and learn about Consumer Protection Requirements from the CPO.\n\n\nIn collaboration with the Business Advisory Centre Durham\, Consumer Protection Ontario is offering a free webinar to help business owners and operators learn more about their obligations under the Consumer Protection Act\, 2002. \nThis free one-hour webinar: \n\nuses an interactive online format with opportunities to participate and ask questions\nfeatures presenters including ministry officials and subject matter experts\n\nPlease register to attend if you are a business owner/operator interested in joining this webinar. All businesses are welcome. \nPresented by: Consumer Protection Ontario
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/understanding-consumer-protection-requirements-new/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250624T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250624T140000
DTSTAMP:20260502T152732
CREATED:20250620T204852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T213433Z
UID:16102-1750770000-1750773600@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Social Impact 101: Incorporating Social Impact into Your Business Model
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to integrate social impact into your business model and why it’s important.\n\n\nAbout this workshop: \nWhat’s your impact? How do you measure it? Why is it important? \nIn this webinar\, you will learn about the benefits of social impact measurement and various frameworks/methods to help you measure it (i.e. B-Corps\, SROI\, Theory of Change\, etc.). You’ll learn how to integrate social impact into your business model and why it’s important. You’ll also look at the strengths and weaknesses of different hybrid models through international and local examples. \nJoin us at Social Impact 101! \nAbout CSED: \nThe Centre for Social Enterprise Development (CSED) offers a continuum of support for social enterprises in the Ottawa area\, including access to technical expertise\, coaching\, learning communities\, training\, and cross-sector partnerships. CSED works with its clients to develop their social enterprise plan and provide them with the tools\, strategies and support to perpetuate positive social change and grow profitably. \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/social-impact-101-incorporating-social-impact-into-your-business-model/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250625T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250625T123000
DTSTAMP:20260502T152732
CREATED:20250620T204852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T214849Z
UID:16105-1750849200-1750854600@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Validating Your Business Concept: Cash Flow Meets Startup Canvas (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:This session is targeted at entrepreneurs who are at the idea stage of starting a business.\n\n\nAbout this workshop: \nThere are many great ideas\, but do you have a great business idea? This session will discuss many of the factors you need to consider before you jump into business. \nIn this 1.5 hour session\, you will be introduced to The Lean Start Up Canvas\, which is a tool used to help validate your business. We will also be working through a cash flow sheet (which will be included and sent to all attendees). \nIt is important to develop a business model that clearly explains how your business could function and this session will help you take that first step. This session does not cover writing a business plan. \nAbout the speaker: \nPaula Hopkins is a passionate entrepreneurship advocate. She is the Director of the Entrepreneurship Team\, and has worked with Invest Ottawa for over 10 years to help people start and grow their businesses. \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/validating-your-business-concept-cash-flow-meets-startup-canvas-virtual/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250625T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250625T153000
DTSTAMP:20260502T152732
CREATED:20250620T204853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T214849Z
UID:16107-1750860000-1750865400@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Starting a Business: A Bird’s Eye View of the Legal Landscape (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Exploring different forms of business organizations & the legal landscape when it comes to starting a business.\n\n\nAbout this workshop: \nJoin us to get a bird’s eye view of the legal landscape when it comes to starting a business. We will explore different forms of business organizations. \nSole Proprietorships \n\nwhat does it means to be a sole proprietor? What are the advantages and disadvantages of this structure of business?\n\nPartnerships \n\nhow and when can a partnership arise? What are some advantages and disadvantages flowing from this particular structure?\n\nIncorporation \n\nmuch of the presentation will focus on the characteristics\, advantages and disadvantages of a corporation (i.e. ownership\, continuity\, limited liability\, tax planning\, employee stock options etc.).\nhow does input at the start-up stage impact the division of equity amongst key stakeholders and directly corresponding\, the importance of a shareholders’ agreement while the parties are in good spirits\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/starting-a-business-a-birds-eye-view-of-the-legal-landscape-virtual/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250626T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250626T113000
DTSTAMP:20260502T152732
CREATED:20250527T210402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T220412Z
UID:15675-1750930200-1750937400@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Show Up & Sell with Instagram Stories
DESCRIPTION:Instagram Stories are one of the most powerful tools for real-time engagement\n\n\nInstagram Stories are one of the most powerful tools for real-time engagement\, building trust\, and turning followers into customers. Unlike feed posts\, Stories create an intimate\, behind-the-scenes connection that makes your audience feel like part of your brand. But simply showing up isn’t enough—you need a strategy to keep your audience engaged and take them from passive viewers to active buyers.  \nIn this session you’ll learn:  \n\nWhy Stories Are Critical for Sales & Growth—and how to use them strategically. \n\n\nHow to Keep Your Stories Engaging—using polls\, questions\, sliders\, and quizzes to boost interaction. \n\n\nThe “Know\, Like\, Trust” Framework—how to share behind-the-scenes moments that build deeper relationships. \n\nBonus: You’ll receive a 30-day Instagram Stories Calendar packed with prompts and ideas to keep your content fresh\, engaging\, and sales-driven.  \nPresented by: Orzala Quddusi \nOrzala is the owner of Make it Happen Services\, an award-winning social media ?agency that specializes in social media coaching\, training & paid advertising. ?With over a decade of hands-on experience in running her own social media ?agency and coaching on social media\, Orzala also brings six years of corporate-?level marketing.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/show-up-sell-with-instagram-stories/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T143000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T220412Z
UID:16073-1750942800-1750948200@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Business Planning Launchpad Series (4 of 4): Financials
DESCRIPTION:Business Planning Launchpad Series – Financials: learn how to successfully budget\, manage cash flow and finances
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/business-planning-launchpad-series-4-of-4-financials/
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