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SUMMARY:Selling Your Small Business — What You Should Know
DESCRIPTION:Planning to retire or sell your business? This one's for you.\n\n\nAre you thinking of retiring\, closing\, or selling your business and wondering about how to get started? \nMichael Riseley\, a Chartered Business Valuator\, will join our Small Business Centre to guide us through the ins and outs of the process of selling your business. \nThis info session is for you if you are asking: \n\nWhen should I start preparing to sell?\nHow do I figure out what my business is worth?\nHow do I find someone to buy my business?\nWho do I need to talk to in the process?\n\nWho else should attend: \n\nIf you are thinking about the last step of your business\nIf you are mid-stage of business\nIf you are starting a business (this will help you avoid common pitfalls early on)\n\nFollow our Kawartha Lakes Small Business Centre (KLSBC) Eventbrite page to be the first to be notified when registration opens! \nThis session will be held virtually for those who wish to keep their sale plans confidential.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/selling-your-small-business-what-you-should-know/
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SUMMARY:(Webinar) Competition Bureau 101 for Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Many businesses overlook competition law. Learn how to spot issues\, give better advice\, and access free resources in this Bureau session.\n\n\nMany entrepreneurs\, founders and small business owners don’t know about competition law\, even though the law applies to them. The businesses you support need to know: \n\nWhat are their competition law obligations and how to comply; and\,\nHow to spot and report potential anti-competitive activity.\n\nBy understanding the basics of competition law\, you can give better advice to the businesses you work with. Join this training session for business advisors hosted by the Competition Bureau to learn about: \n\nWhat competition law covers and how the Bureau enforces it\nHow the Bureau can promote pro-competitive rules and regulations\nThe Bureau’s free\, plain language educational resources\nWhen and how to direct your stakeholders or businesses to the Bureau when appropriate
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/webinar-competition-bureau-101-for-businesses/
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UID:20697-1782824400-1782828000@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:(Webinar) Reimagining Workplaces: Succeeding Through Disability Inclusion
DESCRIPTION:Creating a disability inclusive workplace goes beyond fairness; it means understanding equity.\n\n\nDuring the training session Fair Isn’t Always Equal: How Workplace Inequity Creates Barriers for People Who have a Disability\,you will gain knowledge of: \n– Real-world stories to help you recognize unintended barriers people who have a disability experience in the workplace \n– How equity-based approaches can lead to better outcomes in the workplace. \nYou will also have the opportunity to learn how the Ontario Corporate Training Centre project can support you in your disability inclusion journey. \n \n\nPlease note\, an ASL Interpretation will be provided for this event. \n\nAbout the Pressenter\nCristin O’Sullivan\nCristin O’Sullivan is a seasoned professional with more than two decades of expertise providing employment support\, enhancing educational access\, and fostering community development initiatives for people who have disabilities. Her passion for helping others is reflected in her innovative\, collaborative efforts with various organizations to address social challenges and promote equitable access. \nODEN\, Ontario Disability Employment Network \nTransforming Workplaces Through Disability Inclusive Hiring – OCTC
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/webinar-reimagining-workplaces-succeeding-through-disability-inclusion/
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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-4/
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SUMMARY:Entrepreneur Essentials: Understanding your Value Proposition
DESCRIPTION:Join the VBEC team for a group session exploring who you are as a business.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/entrepreneur-essentials-understanding-your-value-proposition-4/
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SUMMARY:Starter Company Plus Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Starter Company Plus Program Overview\n\n\nStarter Company Plus is a provincially funded program to help entrepreneurs aged 18+ start\, expand\, or buy a small business in their community. Successful candidates are eligible to receive a grant of up to $5\,000 in addition to mentoring\, training and one-on-one business coaching. The Information Session will provide participants with an overview of the program\, program eligibility\, timelines\, process and key information on the funding requirements and next steps. \nPlease note: Registered participants will be provided with a Zoom link and login information in a separate email prior to the session.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/starter-company-plus-information-session-4/
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SUMMARY:Websites 101: Building Your Online Presence From Scratch
DESCRIPTION:Your website is often the first impression potential customers have of your business and the data shows it matters.\n\n\nYour website is often the first impression potential customers have of your business and the data shows it matters. 94% of consumers say website design is the reason they mistrust or reject a site\, and nearly half won’t wait more than two seconds for a page to load. If your online presence isn’t working hard for you\, it’s working against you.In this hands-on workshop\, Marketing & PR Specialist\, Daisy Raudales will walk you through how to build a strong\, professional website from scratch\, even if you’ve never done it before.What you’ll learn: \n\nThe 6 essential elements every strong website needs\nHow to translate your brand identity into a site that actually converts\nA step-by-step 7-part framework for building your website (hosting\, sitemap\, content\, design\, SEO\, and more)\nHow to use keywords to improve your search visibility\nPractical tips for marketing your website once it’s live\nA live tutorial walking through a real website example\n\nBring your questions\, your ideas\, and a notebook (or laptop) if you’d like to follow along. \nAbout the Presenter: Daisy is the founder of DRPR Inc\, a Public Relations and Marketing Agency in Ajax. With over 8 years of experience in the industry\, she has helped 50+ brands build their visibility through strategic communications\, content marketing\, media relations\, and website development.Daisy holds a Degree in Communications & Digital Media and an Advanced Diploma in Public Relations. Since launching DRPR in 2020\, she’s led campaigns for clients across a range of industries from wellness and hospitality to nonprofits and economic development. She is passionate about helping businesses thrive online and build awareness\, credibility and growth.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/websites-101-building-your-online-presence-from-scratch/
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SUMMARY:Entrepreneurship 101: Funding Fuel – Explore Funding and Financing
DESCRIPTION:Tools and strategies for funding your business needs in Entrepreneurship 101: Funding Fuel\n\n\nEntrepreneurship 101: Funding Fuel \nDescription:Discover the tools and strategies to secure the funding your business needs to thrive in this comprehensive workshop designed for entrepreneurs and small business owners. Learn how to navigate the complex world of financing\, explore different funding options\, and understand what lenders and investors look for. \nKey topics include: \n\nUnderstanding business financing: loans\, grants\, and equity funding.\nHow to prepare a compelling funding proposal or pitch.\nManaging debt and cash flow effectively.\nExploring alternative funding sources.\n\nThis workshop combines expert advice\, practical resources\, and actionable insights to help you develop a funding strategy tailored to your business goals. Whether you’re starting out or scaling up\, gain the confidence and knowledge to secure the financial support you need.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/entrepreneurship-101-funding-fuel-explore-funding-and-financing-3/
LOCATION:VentureNorth\, Lower Level Board Room\, 270 George Street North\, Peterborough\, ON\, K9J 3H1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260714T093000
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SUMMARY:BACD Business Fundamentals: Marketing & Sales
DESCRIPTION:This session will help you create a marketing plan that targets your ideal customer and help you identify the marketing tactics.\n\n\nMarketing and Sales: Marketing drives sales. Let’s build your strategy. \nWithout a clear marketing and sales strategy\, your business risks wasting time\, money—and missing out on customers. In BACD’s Marketing & Sales Session\, you’ll learn how to attract the right audience\, build your brand\, and convert leads into loyal clients. \nWe’ll help you create a strategy that works for your business and budget. \nHere’s what we cover: \n\nBranding and your value proposition\nOnline and offline marketing tactics\nLead generation and client acquisition\nSales strategy and follow-up process\nDigital tools and web elements that support growth\n\nThis session is part of our Business Fundamentals Series\, which also includes Start Up\, Business Planning\, and Finance & Operations. Take them in any order—sessions run monthly with flexible times. \nJoin us and start building a marketing and sales strategy that gets results.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/bacd-business-fundamentals-marketing-sales-12/
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UID:20827-1784111400-1784115000@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:The Breakfast Club — Small Business Meet-up
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging fireside chat featuring a dynamic group of small business entrepreneurs!\n\n\nStep into an engaging fireside chat with a dynamic group of small business entrepreneurs! This is your chance to join the conversation—ask questions\, share ideas\, and connect with local entrepreneurs as they dive into their journeys in a welcoming\, interactive space. \n\nThis session will be hosted at City Side Cafe — the perfect local spot to connect and network in a relaxed atmosphere.Learn more here: City Side Cafe
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/the-breakfast-club-small-business-meet-up/
LOCATION:City Side Cafe\, 8 Queen Street West\, Brampton\, ON\, L6Y 1L9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260715T120000
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SUMMARY:Entrepreneurship 101: Launch Pad – Business Planning
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to turn your business idea into a reality with practical tips and tools at Entrepreneurship 101: Launch Pad – Business Planning!\n\n\nEntrepreneurship 101: Launch Pad – Business Planning \nDescription: Are you ready to turn your business idea into a reality? Join Community Futures Peterborough for Entrepreneurship 101: Launch Pad – Business Planning! Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out\, this event will provide you with the tools and knowledge you need to create a solid business plan. Learn from experts in the field and network with like-minded individuals. Don’t miss this opportunity to take your business to the next level!
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/entrepreneurship-101-launch-pad-business-planning-3/
LOCATION:VentureNorth\, Lower Level Board Room\, 270 George Street North\, Peterborough\, ON\, K9J 3H1\, Canada
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