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SUMMARY:Digital Series Workshops – Day #2
DESCRIPTION:BEC is hosting a  series of workshops all focused on developing your digital marketing skillset.\n\n\nDigital Marketing Workshop Series: Create Compelling Content\nJoin BEC for the second half-day intensive in our Digital Marketing Workshop Series\, designed to help entrepreneurs and small business owners create professional\, engaging content that connects with their audience. \nThis session features three hands-on workshops: \nCanva 101\n\nLearn the fundamentals of Canva and discover how to create professional-looking marketing materials\, social media graphics\, and promotional content—without needing graphic design experience.\n\nPodcasting 101\n\nExplore the basics of podcasting\, from planning and recording to publishing and promotion. Learn how audio content can help you build credibility\, connect with customers\, and grow your brand.\n\nCrash Course: Mastering Phone Photography\n\nTake better photos using the device already in your pocket. Learn simple techniques for composition\, lighting\, and editing to create high-quality images for social media\, websites\, and marketing materials.\n\nWho Should Attend? \nEntrepreneurs\, small business owners\, content creators\, and anyone looking to enhance their digital marketing and content creation skills.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/digital-series-workshops-day-2-2/
LOCATION:Brampton Entrepreneur Centre + Co-working Space\, 41 George Street South\, Brampton\, ON\, L6Y 2E1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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SUMMARY:Digital Series Workshops – Day #3
DESCRIPTION:BEC is hosting a  series of workshops all focused on developing your digital marketing skillset.\n\n\nDigital Marketing Workshop Series: Increase Your Online Visibility \n\nJoin BEC for the next half-day intensive in our Digital Marketing Workshop Series\, designed to help entrepreneurs and small business owners improve their online presence and attract more customers. \nThis session features two practical workshops: \nWebsite Best Practices & SEO Basics\n\nLearn how to make your website work harder for your business. Discover website best practices that improve user experience\, build credibility\, and help potential customers find you online through search engines.\n\nPosts to Profits: Leveraging Social Media for Small Businesses\n\nTurn your social media efforts into meaningful business results. Learn how to create engaging content\, grow your audience\, and use social platforms strategically to increase brand awareness\, generate leads\, and drive sales.\n\n\n\nWhether you’re building a new online presence or looking to improve your current marketing efforts\, this intensive will provide practical tools and strategies you can implement right away. \n\nWho Should Attend? \nEntrepreneurs\, small business owners\, startups\, and anyone looking to strengthen their digital marketing strategy.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/digital-series-workshops-day-3/
LOCATION:Brampton Entrepreneur Centre + Co-working Space\, 41 George Street South\, Brampton\, ON\, L6Y 2E1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260729T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260729T143000
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CREATED:20260701T094929Z
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SUMMARY:Validating Your Business Concept:Cash Flow Meets Startup Canvas (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:For entrepreneurs at the idea stage of starting their business\n\n\nNote: This event page is for the in-person option of our hybrid model. Click here to go to the virtual event page.\n\nAbout this workshop: \nDo you have a great idea\, but aren’t sure if it could become a great business? \nThis interactive 75-minute session is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs who are ready to explore whether their idea has the potential to become a successful venture. Whether you’re at the very beginning of your entrepreneurial journey or re-evaluating an existing concept\, this webinar will help you take a critical first step. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n\nAssessing Your Business Idea: Learn how to evaluate your idea through key questions that entrepreneurs should ask before launching. We’ll discuss factors such as customer needs\, value proposition\, market fit\, and feasibility.\nIntroduction to the Lean Startup Canvas: You’ll be introduced to the Lean Startup Canvas – a powerful\, one-page tool designed to help you visually map out the key components of your business model. We’ll guide you through each section\, helping you start validating your idea right away.\nUnderstanding Basic Cash Flow: Finances are critical\, especially in the early stages of a business. We’ll walk you through a simple cash flow projection tool to help you understand your potential income\, expenses\, and financial runway. cash flow template will be provided to all attendees for ongoing use.\n\nWho Should Attend: \n\nIndividuals with a new business idea they’d like to explore\nEarly-stage entrepreneurs seeking validation tools\nAnyone considering self-employment or launching a small business\n\nWhat You’ll Leave With: \n\nA solid understanding of what makes an idea viable\nA draft version of your Lean Startup Canvas\nA cash flow worksheet tailored to small businesses\nGreater confidence in deciding whether to move forward\n\nNote: All attendees will be receiving a copy of the lean startup canvas & cash flow worksheet (with formulas pre-saved) live through chat during the session. \n \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.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/validating-your-business-conceptcash-flow-meets-startup-canvas-in-person-2/
LOCATION:Invest Ottawa\, 7 Bayview Station Road\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1Y 2C5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260729T143000
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SUMMARY:Validating Your Business Concept :Cash Flow Meets Startup Canvas (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:For entrepreneurs at the idea stage of starting their business\n\n\nNote: This event page is for the virtual option of our hybrid model. Click here to to to the in-person event page.\n\nAbout this workshop: \nDo you have a great idea\, but aren’t sure if it could become a great business? \nThis interactive 75-minute session is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs who are ready to explore whether their idea has the potential to become a successful venture. Whether you’re at the very beginning of your entrepreneurial journey or re-evaluating an existing concept\, this webinar will help you take a critical first step. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n\nAssessing Your Business Idea: Learn how to evaluate your idea through key questions that entrepreneurs should ask before launching. We’ll discuss factors such as customer needs\, value proposition\, market fit\, and feasibility.\nIntroduction to the Lean Startup Canvas: You’ll be introduced to the Lean Startup Canvas – a powerful\, one-page tool designed to help you visually map out the key components of your business model. We’ll guide you through each section\, helping you start validating your idea right away.\nUnderstanding Basic Cash Flow: Finances are critical\, especially in the early stages of a business. We’ll walk you through a simple cash flow projection tool to help you understand your potential income\, expenses\, and financial runway. cash flow template will be provided to all attendees for ongoing use.\n\nWho Should Attend: \n\nIndividuals with a new business idea they’d like to explore\nEarly-stage entrepreneurs seeking validation tools\nAnyone considering self-employment or launching a small business\n\nWhat You’ll Leave With: \n\nA solid understanding of what makes an idea viable\nA draft version of your Lean Startup Canvas\nA cash flow worksheet tailored to small businesses\nGreater confidence in deciding whether to move forward\n\nNote: All attendees will be receiving a copy of the lean startup canvas & cash flow worksheet (with formulas pre-saved) live through chat during the session. \n \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-12/
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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SUMMARY:Starting a Business in Ottawa: Rules & Resources (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:Start smart. Know the rules\, find the resources\, build your future.\n\n\nHave a business idea but aren’t sure how to take the first step? This engaging and informative webinar is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs who are in the early stages of exploring business ownership. Whether you’re considering a side hustle\, launching a startup\, or turning a passion into a full-time venture\, this session will provide you with the foundational knowledge you need to get started confidently and compliantly. \nLed by experts from Invest Ottawa\, this beginner-level seminar will introduce you to the key regulatory requirements and business considerations at the municipal\, provincial\, and federal levels. You’ll learn about: \n\nMunicipal Requirements: Understand business licensing requirements and zoning considerations in Ottawa.\nProvincial Regulations: Explore different business structures (sole proprietorship\, partnership\, corporation)\, how to register your business in Ontario\, and what structure might be best for you.\nFederal Obligations: Get an overview of federal requirements including HST registration and obtaining a Business Number (BN).\n\nIn addition to regulatory basics\, the webinar will highlight valuable resources available to entrepreneurs\, including: \n\nSupport Services & Community Resources: Discover how Invest Ottawa and its partners can support your entrepreneurial journey through mentorship\, networking\, training\, and more.\n\nBy the end of this session\, you’ll have a clearer understanding of the path to launching your business and where to find the support you need every step of the way. \nWho Should Attend: \n\nFirst-time entrepreneurs\nIndividuals with a business idea but no prior experience\nAnyone looking to understand the business startup landscape in Ottawa and Ontario\n\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.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/starting-a-business-in-ottawa-rules-resources-in-person/
LOCATION:Invest Ottawa\, 7 Bayview Station Road\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1Y 2C5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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SUMMARY:Starting a Business in Ottawa: Rules & Resources (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Start smart. Know the rules\, find the resources\, build your future.\n\n\nHave a business idea but aren’t sure how to take the first step? This engaging and informative webinar is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs who are in the early stages of exploring business ownership. Whether you’re considering a side hustle\, launching a startup\, or turning a passion into a full-time venture\, this session will provide you with the foundational knowledge you need to get started confidently and compliantly. \nLed by experts from Invest Ottawa\, this beginner-level seminar will introduce you to the key regulatory requirements and business considerations at the municipal\, provincial\, and federal levels. You’ll learn about: \n\nMunicipal Requirements: Understand business licensing requirements and zoning considerations in Ottawa.\nProvincial Regulations: Explore different business structures (sole proprietorship\, partnership\, corporation)\, how to register your business in Ontario\, and what structure might be best for you.\nFederal Obligations: Get an overview of federal requirements including HST registration and obtaining a Business Number (BN).\n\nIn addition to regulatory basics\, the webinar will highlight valuable resources available to entrepreneurs\, including: \n\nSupport Services & Community Resources: Discover how Invest Ottawa and its partners can support your entrepreneurial journey through mentorship\, networking\, training\, and more.\n\nBy the end of this session\, you’ll have a clearer understanding of the path to launching your business and where to find the support you need every step of the way. \nWho Should Attend: \n\nFirst-time entrepreneurs\nIndividuals with a business idea but no prior experience\nAnyone looking to understand the business startup landscape in Ottawa and Ontario\n\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/starting-a-business-in-ottawa-rules-resources-virtual/
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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CREATED:20260705T110432Z
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SUMMARY:Crafting Your Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to create a Profitable Business Roadmap\n\n\nA thought-out business plan can provide a small business the ability to transform ideas into a concrete\, actionable roadmap for success! \nThis July\, August\, and September\, we invite you to attend one of our virtual Crafting Your Business Plan sessions. \nHosted by the Business Centre Guelph-Wellington\, this session will help small business owners mitigate risks\, avoid costly mistakes\, and clarify your target market. A business plan explains your business idea\, short and long-term business goals and what resources are available to start and operate your business. \n \nIn this session\, you will learn: \n\nHow to create a clear\, written plan that outlines your goals and the exact steps to achieve them.\nThe goals of a business plan\nThe methods for attaining those goals\nThe timeframe for the achievement of the goals.\n\nAttention Starter Company+ applicants: \nAttendance at both this online session and the Business Financials 101 session is mandatory prior to submitting your program application. \nOur Starter Company+ program is only open and applicable to those businesses that reside in the Guelph/Wellington County. \nPlease visit the BCGW Events page for registration and upcoming session dates: Events Archive – Business Centre Guelph-Wellington \nIf you have any questions\, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Diana Train; Operations Manager for the Business Centre Guelph Wellington: diana@guelphbusiness.com
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/crafting-your-business-plan-2/
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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