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SUMMARY:Grow Your Leads – Client Acquisition Strategies (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Diving into holistic strategies that integrate digital\, social\, email\, content\, and offline marketing to create a seamless customer journey.\n\n\nAbout this workshop: \nJoin us for Grow Your Leads: Client Acquisition Strategies\, a practical workshop designed for small business owners and entrepreneurs who want to attract better leads\, convert more customers\, and grow sustainably. \nThis session will explore the power of 360° marketing – a holistic approach that connects your digital presence\, social media\, email marketing\, content\, and offline efforts into one seamless customer journey. Instead of chasing leads across disconnected channels\, you’ll learn how to create a unified strategy that works together to drive consistent results. \nYou’ll discover how to: \n\nBuild omnichannel marketing campaigns that meet customers where they are\nUse data-driven insights to attract higher-quality leads\nCreate personalized engagement that increases trust and conversion\nAlign online and offline marketing to maximize reach and ROI\nTurn prospects into loyal\, repeat customers\n\nWhether you’re launching a startup or scaling an established business\, this workshop will give you actionable strategies you can apply immediately – without needing a massive marketing budget. \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/grow-your-leads-client-acquisition-strategies-virtual-2/
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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SUMMARY:E-Commerce 201: Mastering 3 Pillars – Acquisition\, Conversion & Retention
DESCRIPTION:Purpose-built strategies for small businesses navigating today’s fast-paced online market. This is a virtual session.\n\n\nAbout the workshop: \nYou’ve validated your idea and taken the first steps toward launching your online store – now it’s time to grow! \nIn this follow-up to our ‘Intro to E-Commerce: From Idea to First Sale in Ten Steps’ session\, we’ll dive deeper into what it takes to build and scale a successful e-commerce business. \nThis workshop will focus on the three foundational pillars of e-commerce: acquisition\, conversion\, and retention. You’ll learn how to attract the right customers\, turn visitors into buyers\, and keep them coming back – all using proven strategies tailored for small businesses operating in today’s fast-moving digital marketplace. \nWhether you’re in the early stages of building your store or already making sales\, this webinar will equip you with practical\, actionable insights to help you strengthen your brand\, improve performance\, and grow sustainably. \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/e-commerce-201-mastering-3-pillars-acquisition-conversion-retention-5/
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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SUMMARY:Financials 101
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a comprehensive session on Financials 101\, tailored specifically for small business owners.\n\n\nJoin us for a comprehensive session on Financials 101\, tailored specifically for small business owners.  \nThis session will cover Recordkeeping\, Income taxes\, Harmonized Sale Tax\, Balance Sheet\, Income statement\, Cash Flow management\, and we will put all of the information together through a Proforma spreadsheet. Gain the knowledge and skills needed to effectively manage your business finances and make informed financial decisions.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/financials-101-4/
LOCATION:Brampton Entrepreneur Centre + Co-working Space\, 41 George Street South\, Brampton\, ON\, L6Y 2E1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260616T143000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T233456Z
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SUMMARY:Getting Started with Intellectual Property – Understanding Patents
DESCRIPTION:Learn what you can patent and how to use design elements to help stop others from making\, using\, or selling your inventions.\n\n\nAbout the workshop: \nHave you developed cutting-edge technology or improved an existing product or process?This entrepreneur-focused workshop breaks down what you can patent\, how to leverage design elements to prevent competitors from making\, using\, or selling your innovations\, and the smart strategies founders use to transform intellectual property into valuable business assets. \nWhether you’re building a startup\, preparing for investment\, or scaling a product line\, you’ll learn how to protect your competitive edge and position your innovation for long-term growth and monetization. \nIdeal for: Small business founders\, product creators\, tech innovators\, and anyone turning ideas into real-world solutions. \nAbout CIPO: \nThe Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) is a special operating agency of Innovation\, Science and Economic Development Canada. We deliver intellectual property (IP) services in Canada and educate Canadians on how to use IP more effectively. \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/getting-started-with-intellectual-property-understanding-patents-2/
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260616T193000
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SUMMARY:Opening a Food Business in York Region
DESCRIPTION:Are you starting a food business or already operating one in York Region? Join us for an informative webinar designed to help food operators
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/opening-a-food-business-in-york-region-6/
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260617T113000
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SUMMARY:Understanding Financial Statements
DESCRIPTION:This session will explain key financial statements — the balance sheet\, income statement\, and cash flow statement.\n\n\nThis session will explain key financial statements — the balance sheet\, income statement\, and cash flow statement — for non-finance professionals. \nKey Learnings & Takeaways: \n· The role of each financial statement in telling the business’s story \n· Key components and what they mean \n·How to use statements for decision-making and funding conversations \n· Common financial red flags to watch for \nWho Should Attend: Non-financial founders\, early-stage businesses. \nGuest Presenter: Adeola Ayoade \nAdeola Ayoade\, a seasoned finance professional with extensive experience in financial management\, strategic planning\, and regulatory compliance\, leads ARAA Solutions. Adeola brings over 14 years of diverse experience in finance roles\, having worked across multiple industries — including KPMG\, PwC\, technology\, and FMCG — spanning three continents. She is a CPA and holds an MSc in Finance from Swansea University\, as well as an MBA from the Rotman School of Management at the University of Toronto.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/understanding-financial-statements-2/
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260617T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260617T123000
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CREATED:20260518T165018Z
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UID:20578-1781694000-1781699400@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Entrepreneur Essentials: Start-Up 101: Regulations\, Registering & Licenses
DESCRIPTION:Join the  VBEC team for a group session on all you need to know about regulations\, business licenses\, and steps to registering your business
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/entrepreneur-essentials-start-up-101-regulations-registering-licenses-14/
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260617T120000
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SUMMARY:Topic Next in Line: Building future leaders with Succession Planning
DESCRIPTION:Learn the essential elements of succession planning for your small business!\n\n\nEvery business will face a transition the only question is whether it will be planned or reactive. Join us on Tuesday June 17th at 12pm for this interactive webinar introducing the essential elements of succession planning and shows how early preparation gives owners more stability\, more options\, and more control over their future. \nOur conversation will focus on the realities of family?run businesses\, where ownership\, leadership\, and relationships often overlap in unique and meaningful ways. We’ll explore how these dynamics shape succession planning and what families can do to prepare for a smooth\, confident transition. At the same time\, the principles we cover apply to any business looking to strengthen continuity and long?term resilience. \nTopic Next in Line: Building future leaders with Succession Planning cuts through the overwhelm and provides a clear\, accessible roadmap for getting started. In just one hour\, you’ll explore the key areas every business should consider and walk away with practical\, actionable steps you can begin implementing right away. \n\n\nPresented by: Family Business Coach/Advisor – Megan Garland \nMegan Garland is a Family Coach and Advisor who supports family enterprises and small business owners as they navigate the complexities of succession\, governance\, and generational transition. She brings a deeply personal understanding of family business dynamics through her experience in a multigenerational enterprise\, where she serves as Chair of the Board and plays an active role in leadership continuity and long term planning. \nBefore establishing her coaching and advisory practice\, Megan spent more than two decades in long term care leadership. In that work\, she supported families through some of their most emotionally charged and transitional moments\, experiences that shaped her ability to guide people through change with clarity\, compassion\, and steadiness. Leading teams that cared for seniors and their families taught her how trust is built\, how conflict emerges\, and how communication can either strengthen or strain relationships. These insights now inform her approach to helping business owning families work through succession with confidence and respect. \nAs a Certified Executive Coach (ICF) and a Family Enterprise Advisor certified through Family Enterprise Canada\, Megan blends professional expertise with personal insight. She helps families strengthen communication\, align expectations\, and prepare the next generation for leadership in a way that honours both the business and the relationships at its core.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/topic-next-in-line-building-future-leaders-with-succession-planning/
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260617T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T001853Z
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SUMMARY:Marketing Your Business for Beginners and Solopreneurs
DESCRIPTION:Learn the quick and simple marketing hacks that can keep your business visible without sucking up all your time.\n\n\n30 Minutes or Less (a Week): A Roadmap to Marketing Your Business for Beginners and Solopreneurs \nDo you have time for marketing? Or is marketing the to-do that gets bumped\, pushed off\, or hidden away until you realize you’re not generating enough business? What if it only took 30 minutes a week? In this talk\, we’ll look at how to do just that\, sharing actionable to-dos you can complete on your own in as little as 30 minutes (or less) per week. You’ll leave with a marketing toolkit (e.g.\, resources and strategies) plus a four-week plan to get started that includes building (or improving) a website\, creating a Google Business Profile\, social media marketing\, and Google Ads. \n \nThe 4-Week Plan You’ll Leave With: \n\nBeginner Toolkit: marketing (and other) tools that will save you time and help you get started.\nWeek 1: Building (or improving) your website—how to create a website that works\, quickly.\nWeek 2: Google Business Profiles 101—why they’re important\, how they work\, and how to create yours.\nWeek 3: Social media marketing—what really works\, how to get started\, and how to keep going.\nWeek 4: Paid ads and measuring success—how to start a Google Ads campaign; how to measure the success of all you’ve done so far.\nQuestions\n\n \nThis workshop is facilited by Marco Muzzi of Wallace & Moody. As both a small business owner and a marketer\, Marco knows the challenges and the tricks of marketing businesses with limited time and resources. This brother and sister duo have been working with businessess across Ontario. Based in Owen Sound\, Marco is uniquely positioned to help rural small business with all their marketing needs.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/marketing-your-business-for-beginners-and-solopreneurs/
CATEGORIES:Business Enterprise Centre- Grey County
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T163000
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SUMMARY:Founder Workshop: Modeling Your Ideas With Business Model Canvas
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to use the Business Model Canvas to map\, visualize\, and communicate the key elements of your business idea. \n\n\n\n\nFounder Workshop: Modeling Your Ideas With Business Model Canvas \nThe Business Model Canvas is a one-page map of your business idea. In this workshop\, you’ll learn how to bring together the key elements of your business\, including your customers\, value proposition\, revenue streams\, and strategic partners. This is your opportunity to master a powerful tool that helps you design\, visualize\, and communicate your business on a single page. \nWe want this event to be accessible to everyone. If cost is a barrier\, please email us at sbec@collingwood.ca\n___ \nThe Founder Workshop series is in collaboration with the Town of the Blue Mountains with support from community partners\, Town of Blue Mountains Chamber of Commerce\, Thornbury BIA\, Clarksburg Village Association\, and Blue Mountain Village Association.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/founder-workshop-modeling-your-ideas-with-business-model-canvas/
CATEGORIES:SBEC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260619T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260619T113000
DTSTAMP:20260603T143214
CREATED:20260520T172011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T233508Z
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SUMMARY:How to Write a Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:Learn to create\, refine\, and present a business plan that boosts your chances of success and helps grow your business.\n\n\nA solid business plan doesn’t necessarily guarantee success—but it definitely helps put the odds in your favour. By attending this session\, you’ll learn how to write a plan that will become a critical tool to grow your business and achieve your vision. \n \nMaterial Covered:\n\nWhy a business plan is so important.\nDeveloping a business plan.\nHow to conduct research for your business plan.\nThe right way to structure your business plan.\nWhat to include in your business plan.\nPresenting your business plan.\n\nCreate\, refine and implement a business plan that will get you the results you are looking for.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/how-to-write-a-business-plan-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:20260622T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260622T110000
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SUMMARY:Social Enterprise 101: The Intersection of Profit and Purpose (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:What exactly is a social enterprise? How do you start one? And where can you go for help?\n\n\nAbout the workshop: \nAre you curious about how business can be used as a force for good? Join us for an in-depth webinar that explores the world of social enterprise – a unique and growing business model that blends entrepreneurial strategies with a mission to create meaningful social\, environmental\, or cultural impact. \nIn this session\, you’ll gain a detailed understanding of what defines a social enterprise and how it differs from traditional for-profit businesses and non-profits. We’ll explore the key characteristics and models of social enterprises\, and learn about important legal and operational considerations\, such as choosing the right structure\, balancing profit and purpose\, and measuring social impact. \nThe webinar will also feature real-world examples of local social enterprises\, highlighting how they operate\, generate revenue\, and deliver measurable benefits to their communities. Whether you’re considering starting your own social enterprise or simply want to understand how they work\, these stories will provide inspiration and insight. \nAdditionally\, we will cover the support resources available to aspiring social entrepreneurs\, including funding opportunities\, mentorship programs\, business development services\, and local networks. \nThis session is perfect for entrepreneurs\, community leaders\, non-profit professionals\, students\, or anyone interested in building a more sustainable and equitable future through innovative business models. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to explore how you can turn your passion for social change into a viable and impactful enterprise. \nAbout CSED: \nThe Centre for Social Enterprise Development (CSED) offers a continuum of support for social enterprises in the Ottawa area\, including access to technical expertise\, coaching\, learning communities\, training\, and cross-sector partnerships. CSED works with its clients to develop their social enterprise plan and provide them with the tools\, strategies and support to perpetuate positive social change and grow profitably. \nwww.csedottawa.ca \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/social-enterprise-101-the-intersection-of-profit-and-purpose-virtual-6/
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T113000
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CREATED:20260524T181959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T233508Z
UID:20641-1782208800-1782214200@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Intro to AI for Brick-and-Mortar
DESCRIPTION:Session for brick-and-mortar owners: a clear\, no-hype intro to AI—what it is\, where it fits\, and how to start without disruption.\n\n\nWhat We’ll Cover \n• The AI tools most relevant to physical retail\, food service\, trades\, and service-based businesses \n• Where AI creates the most immediate impact: customer communication\, scheduling\, and operations \n• How to evaluate AI tools without a tech background — and avoid the most common mistakes \n• Real examples of brick-and-mortar businesses using AI to save time and increase revenue \n• A simple framework for identifying your first AI use case and getting started in under 30 days \nThis session is practical\, accessible\, and built for operators — not tech teams. If you own or manage a physical business and want to understand how AI can reduce friction and improve performance without a massive investment\, this is the right starting point. \n \n\n\nAbout the Speaker: Vyona Ma \nDirector\, Professional Services at Change Connect \nWith over a decade at Change Connect and 10+ years driving revenue transformation for small and mid-sized businesses\, Vyona Ma is the rare consultant who bridges sharp business strategy with hands-on execution. She doesn’t just advise — she builds\, deploys\, and delivers. \nBefore joining Change Connect\, Vyona honed her expertise in Revenue Planning and Strategy at two of Canada’s most recognizable media companies — Rogers Media and Shaw Media. That foundation gave her something most consultants lack: a deep\, operator-level understanding of how revenue actually works inside complex organizations. \nToday\, Vyona leads Change Connect’s applied AI practice\, helping SMB owners and sales leaders cut through the hype and put AI to work. From sales bots and automation workflows to AI-assisted customer engagement\, she specializes in making emerging technology practical\, affordable\, and actionable — especially for teams without a dedicated tech function. \nAt the intersection of sales leadership\, business development\, and emerging technology\, Vyona is the kind of advisor entrepreneurs trust when the stakes are real — and results matter.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/intro-to-ai-for-brick-and-mortar/
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T113000
DTSTAMP:20260603T143214
CREATED:20260524T181959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T233508Z
UID:20642-1782208800-1782214200@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Intro to AI for Brick-and-Mortar
DESCRIPTION:Session for brick-and-mortar owners: a clear\, no-hype intro to AI—what it is\, where it fits\, and how to start without disruption.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/intro-to-ai-for-brick-and-mortar-2/
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260623T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260623T130000
DTSTAMP:20260603T143214
CREATED:20260503T075003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T233509Z
UID:20394-1782214200-1782219600@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Case Studies & Success Stories: Why and How Toronto Businesses Diversified
DESCRIPTION:Learn how Toronto businesses expanded globally\, overcame challenges\, and built resilience by diversifying into new international markets.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/case-studies-success-stories-why-and-how-toronto-businesses-diversified-2/
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260623T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260623T143000
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CREATED:20260524T181959Z
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UID:20643-1782219600-1782225000@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Branding Basics 101
DESCRIPTION:Interactive workshop on branding: define your identity\, go beyond logos\, and create consistency across every touchpoint.\n\n\nWhether you’re launching a new business\, rebranding\, or just looking to sharpen your message\, this interactive workshop will walk you through the essentials of branding. You’ll learn what a brand truly is (beyond just a logo)\, how to define your brand identity\, and how to create consistency across all touchpoints. \n \nIn this workshop\, you will:\n\nUnderstand the key elements of a brand\nDefine your brand’s mission\, values\, and voice\nIdentify your target audience\nLearn how to craft a compelling brand story\nExplore visual branding basics (logos\, color palettes\, typography)\nGet tools and templates to start building your brand right away\n\nPerfect for entrepreneurs\, creatives\, and small business owners. No prior branding experience needed!\n\n\nABOUT THE PRESENTER\n\n\n\nPrince Khan\, MEDI\, CITP®|FIBP®  | Supervisor at the Brampton Entrepreneur Centre \nPrince is a highly accomplished Business Consultant and a Certified International Trade Professional. With over 13 years of experience in the entrepreneurial space\, he has been instrumental in helping start-up entrepreneurs master their business ventures. In his former role at the Halton Small Business Centre/Global Business Centre\, Prince has assisted business owners with advisory services on business start-ups and domestic expansion while educating companies on exploring opportunities for global business scaling. Prince’s role also requires him to be an active networker\, and he uses his personal brand to develop powerful relationships with the community around him. In addition to his professional achievements\, Prince is an Adjunct Professor where he teaches at Colleges and Universities in Ontario specializing in entrepreneurship. Prince has recently completed his Master’s in Economic Development and Innovation from the University of Waterloo and now uses his education to build stronger and more resilient community in Brampton through a bottom-up innovation approach.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/branding-basics-101-4/
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:20260623T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260623T203000
DTSTAMP:20260603T143214
CREATED:20260518T165019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T233521Z
UID:20580-1782239400-1782246600@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Brampton Ignite – Networking Group
DESCRIPTION:Ignited by Passion\, Fueled by the Community. The Brampton Entrepreneur Centre’s exclusive networking event for local entrepreneurs.\n\n\nThe Brampton Ignite – Networking Group is an exclusive networking group led by the Brampton Entrepreneur Centre. The session bolsters the City’s commitment to developing our local entrepreneurial community by providing small business owners the opportunity to hear stories of passion\, drive\, and resilience of local Brampton business owners. The session will also allow the community to come together and build meaningful bonds and relationships amongst other entrepreneurs in the room. Come experience what our networking group is all about and leave with the fire and passion that ignites us all. \n \nDoors Open: 6:30PM – 7PM \nSpeakers Ignite Session ?: 7PM – 7:30PM \nGroup Networking Sessions: 7:30PM – 8:15PM \nWrap up and Closing: 8:15PM – 8:45PM \n \n\nChapter 11: From the Ground Up: Building a Startup in the Brampton Innovation District \n\nThis chapter follows the journey of an innovator who refused to accept that barriers were inevitable. Instead\, he set out to build a world where access is the default\, not the exception. \nBorn with partial blindness\, Amandipp Singh grew up navigating systems never designed with him in mind. But rather than letting those limitations define him\, he used them as fuel — turning lived experience into leadership and challenges into opportunities for change. \nJoin the Brampton Entrepreneur Centre as we welcome Amandipp to share his story — a journey of innovation\, advocacy\, and purpose-driven entrepreneurship. Learn how technology\, lived experience\, and inclusive design can come together to rewrite what accessibility looks like for the future. \n \nABOUT THE SPEAKER \n\n\n\nEnabled Talent\nBorn with partial blindness\, Amandipp Singh grew up navigating systems never designed with him in mind. But rather than letting those limitations define him\, he used them as fuel — turning lived experience into leadership and challenges into opportunities for change. \nToday\, Amandipp is the founder of Enabled Talent\, an AI-powered company based in Brampton’s Innovation District and dedicated to transforming inclusive employment and accessibility infrastructure. His work champions a powerful belief: people don’t need fixing — systems do. For the 1.3 billion people with disabilities worldwide\, he is building solutions that make opportunity possible by design\, not by chance. \nIn 2025\, Amandipp received a Humanitarian Award for advancing disability inclusion\, and his influence continues to shape policy and practice through advisory roles with organizations such as Inclusion Action Ontario. Each initiative he leads reflects a simple but transformative vision: when we design for the margins\, we uplift everyone. \nEnabled Talent
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/brampton-ignite-networking-group-7/
LOCATION:Brampton Entrepreneur Centre\, 41 George Street South\, Brampton\, ON\, L6Y 2E1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260624T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260624T200000
DTSTAMP:20260603T143214
CREATED:20260525T183457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T233521Z
UID:20653-1782324000-1782331200@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Men Founders Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting and informative evening with networking opportunities after the presentation. Meet and share your experiences.\n\n\nJoin us for an empowering evening celebrating the innovation\, resilience\, and leadership of men entrepreneurs at Male Founders Night! This event brings together trailblazing men from diverse industries to share their stories\, strategies\, and insights. \n \nWhether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur\, an aspiring founder\, or simply passionate about supporting men in business\, Male Founders Night is the perfect opportunity to be inspired\, network\, and learn. \n \nDon’t miss out on this chance to celebrate and connect with some of the brightest minds in the entrepreneurial world. We look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/men-founders-night-4/
LOCATION:Brampton Entrepreneur Centre\, 41 George Street South\, Brampton\, ON\, L6Y 2E1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T110000
DTSTAMP:20260603T143214
CREATED:20260529T221943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T233521Z
UID:20680-1782381600-1782385200@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Master Networking: Turn Connections Into Revenue
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to build in-person connections through networking events to generate leads\, referrals\, and revenue.\n\n\nStrong business relationships can open doors to new clients\, partnerships\, referrals\, and long-term growth. Yet many entrepreneurs attend networking events without a clear strategy\, leaving valuable opportunities untapped. Building meaningful in-person connections is more than exchanging business cards \, it is about creating authentic relationships that lead to real business opportunities. \nJoin this practical and engaging webinar to learn how to approach networking with intention and confidence. Discover how to build stronger relationships\, create memorable conversations\, and turn networking opportunities into measurable business growth. \nIn this webinar\, participants will learn how to: \n\nNetwork with greater confidence and purpose\nBuild authentic relationships that create trust and long-term opportunities\nStart meaningful conversations that lead to business connections and referrals\nPosition themselves more effectively at networking events\nFollow up strategically to strengthen relationships and stay top of mind\nTurn networking efforts into a consistent source of business opportunities and revenue\n\nWho Should Attend: \n\nEntrepreneurs and small business owners seeking to grow their network\nService-based businesses looking to generate referrals and new clients\nProfessionals interested in building stronger business relationships\nBusiness owners wanting to network more strategically and effectively\n\nReserve your spot and learn how to turn meaningful connections into lasting business opportunities and revenue. \n\n\nSpeaker: Brent Edwards\, Owner of BrentCanada Experiences \nBrent Edwards is passionate about helping people build meaningful relationships through networking\, experiences\, and community engagement. As a business owner and connector\, Brent brings practical insights and real-world strategies to help entrepreneurs create stronger relationships and turn connections into business opportunities.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/master-networking-turn-connections-into-revenue/
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T113000
DTSTAMP:20260603T143214
CREATED:20260526T185008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T233521Z
UID:20661-1782385200-1782387000@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Starter Company Plus 2026 Virtual Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual information session about Starter Company Plus – learn how to kickstart your business!\n\n\nAre you ready to take your business to the next level? Join us for a virtual information session where you will learn all about the Starter Company Plus program. \nDiscover how this program can help you grow your business and access valuable resources to succeed. The information session will include tips for writing your application. \nTime: 11:00am – 10:30am EST \nLocation: Online – Microsoft Teams
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/starter-company-plus-2026-virtual-information-session/
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T143000
DTSTAMP:20260603T143214
CREATED:20260526T185010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T233521Z
UID:20663-1782392400-1782397800@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Business Planning Launchpad Series (4 of 4): Financials
DESCRIPTION:Business Planning Launchpad Series – Financials: learn how to successfully budget\, manage cash flow and finances
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/business-planning-launchpad-series-4-of-4-financials-12/
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T143215
CREATED:20260531T224941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T233521Z
UID:20694-1782813600-1782820800@enterprisecentre.ca
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/
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T140000
DTSTAMP:20260603T143215
CREATED:20260531T224941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T233521Z
UID:20696-1782824400-1782828000@enterprisecentre.ca
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/
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T140000
DTSTAMP:20260603T143215
CREATED:20260531T224942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T233521Z
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/
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261001T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261001T163000
DTSTAMP:20260603T143215
CREATED:20260501T133344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T001853Z
UID:20375-1790861400-1790872200@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Managing Financials for Product-Based Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Struggling with cash flow? Trying to balance costs\, pricing\, and profitability? Need help tracking performance? Learn how to manage it all.\n\n\nFinancials for Small Business is a practical 3-hour session designed for small business owners\, entrepreneurs\, start-ups\, and self-employed professionals who want to better understand their finances and make smarter business decisions. \nParticipants will learn how to read key financial statements\, manage cash flow\, track performance\, and identify opportunities to improve profitability through real-world examples and hands-on learning. They will leave with practical tools\, greater confidence\, and strategies to support the long-term success of their businesses. \nThis in-person workshop is facilitated by Don Bourne\, Mentor from Georgian College’s Henry Bernick Entrepreneurship Centre.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/managing-financials-for-product-based-businesses/
LOCATION:Sydenham Campus\, 1130 8th Street East\, Owen Sound\, ON\, N4K 1M7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business Enterprise Centre- Grey County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261008T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261008T163000
DTSTAMP:20260603T143215
CREATED:20260501T133345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T001853Z
UID:20378-1791466200-1791477000@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Managing Financials for Service-Based Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Struggling with cash flow? Trying to balance costs\, pricing\, and profitability? Need help tracking performance? Learn how to manage it all.\n\n\nFinancials for Small Business is a practical 3-hour session designed for small business owners\, entrepreneurs\, start-ups\, and self-employed professionals who want to better understand their finances and make smarter business decisions. \nParticipants will learn how to read key financial statements\, manage cash flow\, track performance\, and identify opportunities to improve profitability through real-world examples and hands-on learning. They will leave with practical tools\, greater confidence\, and strategies to support the long-term success of their businesses. \nThis in-person workshop is facilitated by Don Bourne\, Mentor from Georgian College’s Henry Bernick Entrepreneurship Centre.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/managing-financials-for-service-based-businesses/
LOCATION:Sydenham Campus\, 1130 8th Street East\, Owen Sound\, ON\, N4K 1M7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business Enterprise Centre- Grey County
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