• Digital Safety for Small Businesses: Cybersecurity Basics

    SDG Idea Factory – 2 King Street W. Kitchener 2 King Street W., Kitchener, Ontario, Canada

    You’re already running a smart business. This workshop is here to make sure nothing online gets in your way. It is designed for small business owners who want clear answers without the complicated tech talk. Real, practical steps that help you protect yourself and your data and keep your business running smoothly. In this session, […]

    Free
  • Mindset Matters: Getting Out of Your Own Way in Business

    Zoom

    Running a business is exciting — but it can also be exhausting. Between the pressure to grow, constant   decision-making, and the fear of burnout, it’s easy to lose your spark. Key Takeaways: Practical tools to protect your mental health and avoid burnout. NLP-based strategies to reframe negative self-talk and anchor positive emotions. A clear path […]

    Free
  • BACD Business Fundamentals: Marketing & Sales

    Online Event

    This session will help you create a marketing plan that targets your ideal customer and help you identify the marketing tactics. Marketing and Sales: Marketing drives sales. Let’s build your strategy. Without 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 […]

  • Will Your Business Idea Work?

    MS Teams

    Join senior product leader and entrepreneur Bernie Aho as he shares how to test business ideas, markets, and strategies before committing time or money. With 25+ years of experience building and scaling technology companies, Bernie will walk you through practical ways to size markets, stress test value propositions, run quick experiments, validate pricing, uncover real […]

    Free
  • Exploring Entrepreneurship: From Idea Overload to Business Clarity (Webinar)

    Zoom

    Are you bursting with business ideas but unsure which one to pursue first? This webinar is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs who feel excited—but overwhelmed—by the possibilities. Together, we’ll explore practical strategies to evaluate your ideas, identify where your skills and passions intersect with real market needs, and choose a direction that aligns with your long-term […]

    Free
  • Marketing Tools 2025/2026

    SDG Idea Factory – 2 King Street W. Kitchener 2 King Street W., Kitchener, Ontario, Canada

    Presented by Elvira Sakara – Marketing Expert, BrightWave Agency In a world where marketing evolves every day, Elvira stands at the intersection of strategy, creativity, and technology. With over 15 years in global marketing, she is managing marketing campaigns for the #1 hearing technology company, and brand strategy across 100+ countries. Her focus is on […]

  • CRA Corporate Tax Preparation (Webinar)

    Zoom

    This comprehensive webinar, presented by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), is designed to help incorporated business owners understand and meet their corporate income tax obligations. Participants will gain practical insights into preparing and filing a T2 corporate tax return, identifying allowable deductions, and maintaining proper financial records. The session also covers key topics such as […]

    Free
  • Tax Tips from the CRA

    MS Teams

    Make the most of your money! Join the Kawartha Lakes Small Business Centre and a CRA liaison officer to learn tips on filing your 2025 taxes for your small business. You can even join to prepare your finances this year for smooth filing next year! They’ll share common mistakes and missed opportunities that you don’t […]

    Free
  • AI Tools for Small & Medium Businesses

    Zoom

    Hosted by: Small Business Advisory Centre (Smiths Falls/Lanark County/north Leeds Grenville) Speaker: Adam Gibeau – Digital Dorsal Date/Time: March 3rd, 2026 – 9:00 am to 10:30 am Free Webinar This practical webinar introduces small and medium businesses to AI tools that can make a real impact. Learn how platforms like ChatGPT, Google Gemini, and Canva […]

    Free
  • Creating Your Business Model Canvas

    MS Teams

    Part of our Beginner’s Webinar Series, this session shows new entrepreneurs how to map out their business on one page using the Business Model Canvas. Learn to define your value proposition, customers, revenue streams, and costs for a clear path to success.

    Free