• Succession Planning 101: Preparing Your Business for a Successful Sale

    What happens to your business when you’re ready to step back or decide it’s time to sell? Learn how to prepare your business for a successful sale or transition, protect the value you have built, and understand where financing can support the process. This practical session will introduce business owners to the fundamentals of succession […]

  • Steps to Starting a Small Business (in person)

    St. Catharines City Hall 50 Church Street, St. Catharines, ON, Canada

    Wondering where to start with your small business? Join the St. Catharines Enterprise Centre for an introductory overview. Wondering how to start with your small business in St. Catharines? Join the St. Catharines Enterprise Centre for an introduction to the rules and regulations surrounding your small business start-up. Topics include forms of business, licensing, business […]

  • LinkedIn Branding

    Brampton Entrepreneur Centre + Co-working Space 41 George Street South, Brampton, ON, Canada

    Learn how small business owners can leverage LinkedIn to build a strong brand, optimize profiles, and create meaningful B2B connections. Welcome to the LinkedIn Branding seminar! Learn how to enhance your LinkedIn profile, attract more connections, and build your personal brand. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, this event is perfect for […]

  • Entrepreneurship 101: Market Ready – Idea Validation

    VentureNorth, Lower Level Board Room 270 George Street North, Peterborough, ON, Canada

    Have a great business idea? Explore market research strategies and learn how to test it before investing too much time and money. In this workshop, you’ll explore the 4 Rights of validation. You’ll learn strategies to research your market, understand your competition, identify potential customers, gather real feedback, and clearly communicate your idea to others. […]

  • Validating Your Business Concept:Cash Flow Meets Startup Canvas (In Person)

    Invest Ottawa 7 Bayview Station Road, Ottawa, ON, Canada

    For entrepreneurs at the idea stage of starting their business Note: This event page is for the in-person option of our hybrid model. Do you have a great idea, but aren’t sure if it could become a great business? This interactive 75-minute session is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs who are ready to explore whether their […]

  • Validating Your Business Concept: Cash Flow Meets Startup Canvas (Virtual)

    For entrepreneurs at the idea stage of starting their business Note: This event page is for the virtual option of our hybrid model. About this workshop: Do you have a great idea, but aren’t sure if it could become a great business? This interactive 75-minute session is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs who are ready to […]

  • Starting a Business in Ottawa: Rules, Resources & Roadmaps (Virtual)

    Start smart – learn the rules, find support, launch with confidence. Note: This event page is for the virtual option of our hybrid model. About this workshop: Have 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 […]

  • Starting a Business in Ottawa: Rules, Resources & Roadmaps (In Person)

    Invest Ottawa 7 Bayview Station Road, Ottawa, ON, Canada

    Start smart. Know the rules, find the resources, build your future. Note: This event page is for the in-person option of our hybrid model. Have 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 […]

  • BEC Start-up Stream — Information Session

    No matter where you are in your entrepreneurial journey, we have a program designed to help you take the next step. Every business has a next step. Join our free information session to explore BEC’s new Growth Streams and discover the tools, resources, and community that will help you get there. Growing a business isn’t […]