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This annual event highlights the creativity and hard work of youth entrepreneurs participating in our Summer Company Program. You’re invited to attend The Business Centre’s Annual Youth Business Showcase on Saturday, July 18, 2026, from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM at the North Bay Farmers’ Market (100 Ferguson St, in front of the North Bay […]
Exploring the essentials of launching a successful online business About the workshop: Join our comprehensive E-commerce workshop where we’ll explore the essentials of launching a successful online business. From identifying your target audience and sourcing products to choosing the right platform and designing your brand, we’ll touch on each crucial step. Get introduced to topics […]
In this workshop, you will learn how to create and manage a Google Business Profile from start to finish. Showing up when customers are searching online is more important than ever. Ensure customers can find accurate, updated information about your local business on Google Search and Google Maps, no matter which device they use. In […]
This webinar will cover an overview of the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO), what we do and why we do it. Content includes highlights on the common forms of intellectual property including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and industrial designs, how intellectual property can be used to better reach existing business goals and objectives and the importance […]
For brick-and-mortar owners ready to diversify revenue and build resilience- without added complexity or losing what already works. What We’ll Cover • The most effective alternative revenue models for physical businesses — retail, food service, trades, wellness, and beyond • How to identify untapped revenue opportunities in your existing space, schedule, and customer base • […]
Unlock the secrets of effective marketing and branding in this hand-on session Entrepreneurship 101: Brand Lab – Marketing and Branding Entrepreneurship 101: Brand Lab – Marketing and Branding Description: Unlock the secrets of effective marketing and branding in this hands-on, interactive workshop designed for entrepreneurs and small business owners. Discover how to identify your target […]
Learn how to integrate social impact into your business model and why it's important. About this workshop: What’s your impact, and how do you know? In today’s world, businesses and organizations are increasingly expected to do more than just turn a profit – they’re expected to create real, measurable social and environmental value. But how […]
Practical AI marketing strategies for SMBs: improve AI search visibility, boost conversions, and focus on what drives revenue. Session Description This session helps small and medium business owners understand how AI is changing online marketing and search visibility. Learn practical strategies to improve how customers find your business, adapt to the zero-click marketing era, and […]
Join the VBEC team for a group session on all you need to know about regulations, business licenses, and steps to registering your business
Learn how to understand costing, price, sales forecasting and basic financial statements for your small business! Gain a better understanding of your business costing, pricing, sales forecasting, and basic financial statements! This July, August, and September, we invite you to attend one of our virtual Business Financials 101 sessions. Hosted by the Business Centre Guelph-Wellington, […]