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SUMMARY:AI Pathway Grow Smarter: Workshop Series (5 topics\, 5 dates)
DESCRIPTION:Move beyond AI prompts and discover how AI can help you solve real business challenges. Attend one workshop or all five!\n\n\nABOUT THE SERIES\nThe Grow Smarter: The AI Pathway is a five-part workshop series designed to you use AI as a practical business tool to move the needle on common business problems. \nEach event combines: \n\nPre-session materials and preparation exercises\nExpert-led instruction\nMentor-supported hands-on application\nParticipant workbook activities\nA practical business deliverable you can implement immediately\nNetworking opportunities and light refreshments\n\nAttend individual sessions or join the full series to build an AI-enabled growth plan for your business. Register with your team and get 10% off: for 2+ tickets use code TEAM10 \n– – – \nTHE WORKSHOPS (3/5 Remaining)\nAI to Automate Key Processes: November 4\, 2026 | 9:30am-12pm\nBefore you ask AI to do more\, decide what’s actually worth doing. \nUse AI to identify the highest value opportunities to improve productivity and understand where to use assistants\, automation\, agents\, or vibe apps. \nYou’ll redesign a real business workflow and build a Productivity Use Case Blueprint you can begin implementing immediately.\nWhether you’re overwhelmed by repetitive tasks\, looking to improve efficiency\, or exploring how AI can support your team\, this session will help you identify practical opportunities to save time\, improve consistency\, and focus on higher value work. \n \nAI for Financial Planning: Nov 19\, 2026 | 9:30am-12pm\nAI won’t replace financial judgment. It helps you strengthen it. \nUse AI to strengthen your financial planning by testing assumptions\, exploring scenarios\, and telling a clearer financial story. \nYou’ll build a Financial Planning Scenario Snapshot that helps you make more informed business decisions. \nWhether you’re planning for growth\, evaluating new opportunities\, or trying to better understand the financial impact of your decisions\, this session will show you how AI can become a valuable thinking partner while keeping professional financial advice where it belongs. \n \nAI for Succession Planning & Growth: Nov 25\, 2026 | 9:30am-12pm\nAI won’t replace leadership\, but it can help you build a business that lasts. \nUse AI to build a more resilient business by reducing owner dependency\, documenting critical knowledge\, and planning for long term growth. \nYou’ll create a Succession and Growth Readiness Roadmap tailored to your business. \nWhether you’re planning for retirement\, preparing your business for future growth\, or simply looking to create stronger systems and leadership capacity\, this session will help you think strategically about the future while identifying practical steps you can begin taking today. \n—— \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND?\nThese sessions are designed for: \n\nSmall business owners\nEntrepreneurs and startups\nBusiness managers and team leaders\nProfessionals responsible for sales\, marketing\, or business development\nOperations\, administration\, and project management professionals\nAnyone responsible for budgeting\, planning\, or business strategy\nFamily business owners\nAnyone planning for long term growth\, succession\, or business continuity\n\n\nAnyone looking to make better business decisions using AI\n\n——— \nThis program is made possible through support from the Entrepreneur Innovation Fund\, delivered by Simcoe County Economic Development\, as well as county-wide partnerships and the Georgian Bay Business Accelerator’s foundational funders: the Town of Collingwood and the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario).
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/ai-pathway-grow-smarter-workshop-series-5-topics-5-dates/
LOCATION:Collingwood Library\, Community Room B&C\, 3rd Floor\, 55 Ste Marie St\, Collingwood\, ON\, L9Y 0W6\, Canada
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SUMMARY:AI: Adapt\, Ignore or Lead?
DESCRIPTION:What Every Business Owner Needs to Know About AI Before Their Competitors Do\n\n\nArtificial Intelligence is changing how businesses attract customers\, create content\, make decisions\, streamline operations\, and compete in the marketplace. \nSome entrepreneurs are already using AI to save hours each week\, improve marketing results\, automate repetitive tasks\, and uncover new opportunities for growth. Others are wondering where to start\, what tools to trust\, and whether they’re falling behind. \nThe reality? AI isn’t just a technology trend. It’s becoming a business advantage. \nJoin the Town of Whitby and the Business Advisory Centre Durham for a dynamic and interactive panel discussion featuring three experts with different perspectives on AI adoption\, business growth\, automation\, privacy\, and security. \nHear from: \nSara Norton\, Reply All Founder Technology\, Automation & AI Advisor \nBusiness strategist and AI advocate helping businesses to integrate and use AI and technology to work better and create more value. \nMonifa Brooks\, Garabyte Co-Founder \nPrivacy\, Data Governance & AI Risk Advisor AI governance\, privacy\, and security expert helping organizations embrace innovation while protecting their data\, reputation\, and customers. \nMike Libbey\, Your Bottom Line (YBL)\, CEO \nAI\, Automation & Business Growth Strategist \nHelping businesses use technology to work smarter\, make better decisions\, and scale more efficiently \nWhat You’ll Learn \nGain practical insights into where AI is delivering real business results today and where the hype ends. Our experts will share ways businesses are using AI to save time\, increase productivity\, reduce administrative workload\, improve marketing efforts\, and streamline operations. You’ll learn how small businesses can leverage AI-powered tools to compete more effectively\, what every business owner should understand about privacy\, security\, and risk\, and how emerging technologies such as AI agents and automation are transforming everyday business processes. The panel will also explore how business functions and workforce roles are evolving\, the skills and leadership mindset needed to stay competitive in an AI-driven economy\, and the simple\, practical steps you can take immediately to begin exploring AI opportunities within your own organization. \nWhether you’re AI-curious\, actively experimenting with new tools\, or wondering how AI might impact your business and industry\, this discussion will help you separate fact from fiction and identify opportunities that make sense for your organization. \nCome prepared to ask questions\, challenge assumptions\, and leave with ideas you can apply right away. \nFree for Durham Region businesses. \nEnjoy coffee\, refreshments\, networking\, and a lively discussion overlooking the beautiful Whitby waterfront. \nOne question remains: \nWill AI become your competitive advantage… or someone else’s? \nDo It In Durham Entrepreneurship Week \nNovember 16 – 20st 2026 \nJoin us for the 14th year of ‘Do It In Durham Entrepreneurship Week’. \nDurham Region’s celebration of entrepreneurship is held each November during Global Entrepreneurship Week. \nDo It In Durham Entrepreneurship Week is a collaboration of Durham’s business support\, educational and networking organizations who have come together to encourage and support entrepreneurs\, job creators and innovators who create economic growth in the Durham Region. \nTogether We Build
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/ai-adapt-ignore-or-lead/
LOCATION:Port Whitby Marina\, 301 Watson Street West\, Whitby\, ON\, L1N 1A2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261117T110000
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UID:22480-1794909600-1794913200@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Understanding Foreign Bribery Risks and Canada’s Anti-Corruption Laws
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to navigate foreign bribery risks\, comply with Canadian anti-corruption laws\, and expand into global markets with confidence.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/understanding-foreign-bribery-risks-and-canadas-anti-corruption-laws-2/
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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UID:22483-1794909600-1794913200@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:BDC Services for Business Growth
DESCRIPTION:You’ve built your business. Now\, what’s next? \nThe BDC (Business Development Bank of Canada) is the bank for Canadian entrepreneurs. Whether growth means expanding your operations\, investing in new equipment\, improving productivity\, exploring financing options\, or planning your next move\, this session will help you learn more about the tools\, resources and support BDC offers to Canadian entrepreneurs. \n?? Learn what BDC has to offer growing businesses?? Explore financing and business support options?? Hear directly from a BDC representative?? Ask questions and find out what resources may fit your business \nYour next business opportunity starts with knowing what financing\, consulting\, services\, and resources are available. \nHosted by Enterprise Renfrew County in partnership with Renfrew County Community Futures Development Corporation\, which is funded by the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario).  Sponsored by the Town of Petawawa\, Township of Laurentian Valley\, Perri-Rae Boell & Associates Inc.\, Northern Credit Union\, and City of Pembroke. OSBAC programs and services are delivered locally by Enterprise Renfrew County and funded in partnership with the Government of Ontario. Registration data may be shared with sponsors/partners for outcomes reporting purposes.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/bdc-services-for-business-growth/
LOCATION:MS Teams
CATEGORIES:Growing your Business,SBCO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T100000
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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-3/
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261117T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261117T143000
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UID:22481-1794909600-1794925800@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:BEC Start-up Stream
DESCRIPTION:No matter where you are in your entrepreneurial journey\, we have a program designed to help you take the next step.\n\n\nEvery business has a next step.\nJoin BEC’s new Growth Streams and discover the tools\, resources\, and community that will help you get there.\nTopics to be covered this session:\n\nBusiness Model Sanvas \nBusiness Planning\n\nGrowing a business isn’t a one-size-fits-all journey. \nThe challenges of launching a new idea are very different from those of hiring employees\, scaling operations\, or preparing for succession. That’s why BEC is introducing the Start-up Stream Program—a strategic series of entrepreneur-focused learning pathways designed to provide the right support at the right stage of business. \nWhether you’re validating your first business idea\, building momentum with consistent revenue\, scaling your team\, or planning your exit strategy\, BEC’s Growth Streams connect you with practical workshops\, resources\, and a network of entrepreneurs facing similar challenges. \n \nStart-up Stream\nWho it’s for: \n\nEntrepreneurs with a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) developed or nearing completion\nFounders who have identified a clear market problem and are ready to build a sustainable business.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/bec-start-up-stream-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:20261117T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261117T123000
DTSTAMP:20261018T215038Z
CREATED:20261018T215038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261018T215038Z
UID:22485-1794913200-1794918600@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Intro to Importing and Exporting for Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to expand your business horizons beyond Canadian borders?\n\n\nWhether you’re a startup looking to enter new markets or an established business aiming to refine your international strategy\, this session is tailored to help you succeed in the global marketplace.  \nDon’t miss this chance to unlock new business opportunities and take your entrepreneurial journey to an international level! This seminar will provide an introductory guide on the basics of what entrepreneurs need to know in order to do importing or exporting the right way. \n \nThe session will cover:\nUnderstanding Global Markets: Learn the fundamentals of international trade and identify key opportunities in global markets. \nImporting Basics: Discover the essential steps for importing goods\, including sourcing\, compliance\, and logistics. \nExporting Essentials: Explore strategies for exporting your products\, from market research to documentation and shipping. \nRegulatory and Compliance: Get to grips with import/export regulations\, tariffs\, and customs procedures. \nRisk Management: Understand how to mitigate risks associated with international trade\, including currency fluctuations and geopolitical factors. \nUnderstanding Culture: Learn how to do with international businesses; and best practices. \nPayment and Financing: Learn about how to take payment and learn about all of your financing options.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/intro-to-importing-and-exporting-for-entrepreneurs-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:20261117T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261117T123000
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CREATED:20261018T215039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261018T215039Z
UID:22487-1794913200-1794918600@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Entrepreneur Essentials: Understanding your Value Proposition
DESCRIPTION:Join the VBEC team for a group session exploring who you are as a business.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/entrepreneur-essentials-understanding-your-value-proposition-8/
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261117T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261117T130000
DTSTAMP:20261018T215040Z
CREATED:20261018T215040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261018T215040Z
UID:22488-1794913200-1794920400@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Tax Seminar with the CRA: T2 Incorporated Small Business
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the CRA this workshop provides small business owners with a overview of the relationship between their business and taxation.\n\n\nThis session is in celebration of Small Business Month hosted by the Business Centre Guelph Wellington and proudly sponsored by Invest In Guelph! \nThe CRA Liaison Officer tax seminar targets incorporated small business owners. This session helps: \n\nExplain common tax errors\, what causes them and how to avoid them\nDemonstrate how to use financial benchmarks for relevant industries\nProvide information on the CRA’s services\nExplain general bookkeeping concepts and best practices\n\nThis seminar will provide small business owners with a general overview of the relationship between their business and taxation. It also allows participants the opportunity to speak directly to a representative from the CRA to ask any questions that they might have concerning business issues.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/tax-seminar-with-the-cra-t2-incorporated-small-business-10/
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261117T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261117T133000
DTSTAMP:20261018T215042Z
CREATED:20261018T215042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261018T215042Z
UID:22490-1794918600-1794922200@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Where Did All My Money Go? Understanding Profit\, Cash Flow & Taxes
DESCRIPTION:Your business is making sales and you’re busier than ever\, but where is all the money going?\n\n\nYour business is making sales and you’re busier than ever\, but where is all the money going? \nIn this practical and engaging session\, Mohamed Bachani of Unique Accounting Services will help entrepreneurs understand the difference between profit and cash flow\, avoid common bookkeeping and tax mistakes\, and identify the key numbers every business owner should know. \nYou’ll leave with simple\, practical strategies to better manage your finances\, prepare for taxes\, and make smarter business decisions as your business grows. \nAbout the Presenter: Mohamed Bachani \nMohamed is the founder of Unique Accounting Services\, supporting small business owners with practical\, compliant\, and easy-to-understand accounting and bookkeeping solutions. Mohamed specializes in helping entrepreneurs build strong financial foundations from day one—so they can make confident business decisions and avoid costly mistakes. \nDo It In Durham Entrepreneurship Week \nNovember 16 – 20st 2026 \nJoin us for the 14th year of ‘Do It In Durham Entrepreneurship Week’. \nDurham Region’s celebration of entrepreneurship is held each November during Global Entrepreneurship Week. \nDo It In Durham Entrepreneurship Week is a collaboration of Durham’s business support\, educational and networking organizations who have come together to encourage and support entrepreneurs\, job creators and innovators who create economic growth in the Durham Region. \nTogether We Build
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/where-did-all-my-money-go-understanding-profit-cash-flow-taxes/
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261117T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261117T150000
DTSTAMP:20261018T215043Z
CREATED:20261018T215043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261018T215043Z
UID:22492-1794922200-1794927600@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Marketing That Works Now And Later
DESCRIPTION:Most small business owners end up choosing between two modes: chasing quick wins or building a brand with no clear plan to turn it to sales.\n\n\nMarketing That Works Now And Later\, this is a practical planning Workshop \nMost small business owners end up choosing between two modes: chasing quick wins or building a brand with no clear plan to turn it into sales. The truth is\, you need both. \nIn this hands-on session\, you’ll learn how to plan marketing that gets results today while building toward real growth tomorrow. We’ll break down the difference between quick-response tactics and long-term brand-building\, walk through a simple audit to see where your current marketing is leaning\, and show you exactly how to map both into a working calendar – so you always know what to do this week\, and why it matters for next year. \nWho it’s for: Local and small business owners looking for a clear\, practical approach to marketing. \nAbout the Presenter: \nRadhika Kapoor is the Founder and Creative Director of Moon Rabbit Strategy\, a branding-first creative agency that helps businesses tell stories people actually remember. \nWith over 15 years of experience across retail\, technology\, healthcare\, food\, education\, finance\, and tourism\, Radhika has built a reputation as the person founders call when they’re ready to grow\, and finally want to look\, sound\, and feel like the business they know they are. \nShe works closely with startups and scaling businesses throughout Durham Region and beyond\, and serves as a trusted mentor\, fractional executive\, and subject matter expert for accelerators\, chambers\, and community organizations. Her work isn’t just about making things look good; it’s about building brands that create real business value. \nDo It In Durham Entrepreneurship Week \nNovember 16 – 20st 2026 \nJoin us for the 14th year of ‘Do It In Durham Entrepreneurship Week’. \nDurham Region’s celebration of entrepreneurship is held each November during Global Entrepreneurship Week. \nDo It In Durham Entrepreneurship Week is a collaboration of Durham’s business support\, educational and networking organizations who have come together to encourage and support entrepreneurs\, job creators and innovators who create economic growth in the Durham Region. \nTogether We Build
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/marketing-that-works-now-and-later/
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261117T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261117T193000
DTSTAMP:20261018T215045Z
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UID:22494-1794938400-1794943800@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Build Without Burning Out
DESCRIPTION:A Weekly Planning Framework for Revenue\, Capacity\, and Growth\n\n\nEntrepreneurs wear many hats in their business\, delivering their work while managing operations\, generating revenue\, building relationships\, and planning for growth. When every task feels equally important\, it becomes harder to tell what generates revenue and what deserves their time versus what is simply keeping them busy. \nIn this interactive workshop\, participants will examine how their time is currently divided and learn how to evaluate activities based on their contribution to revenue\, profitability\, operations\, and growth. They will identify what is limiting the business and decide which activities deserve their time\, so they are not guessing what to prioritize each day. \nLearning Outcomes: \n\nRecognize which activities are driving revenue and growth\, and which are only keeping them busy.\nIdentify the main bottleneck limiting their capacity or business growth and decide what needs to change.\nCreate a weekly plan that protects time for revenue generation\, client work\, operations\, and strategic growth.\n\nNote for you: I will also include practical exercises that help participants assess where their time is going\, identify their main capacity or growth bottleneck\, and build a weekly plan around the work that matters most. \nAbout the Presenter: Rina Winston \nRina Winston is a Certified Professional Coach (CPC) who helps high-capacity professionals and entrepreneurs who are stuck or at a turning point strengthen self-leadership by shifting the patterns that shape how they focus\, decide\, work\, and follow through. Her work is for people who already know what they want\, already know more than they think\, and are ready to build the mindset\, structure\, and strategy that turns insight into sustainable success. \nShe is also a Project Management Professional (PMP) with over a decade of experience supporting executive teams. By blending psychological insight with systems thinking\, Rina helps people do more than improve performance. She helps them understand the patterns beneath it\, so they can shape the system rather than be shaped by it. \nDo It In Durham Entrepreneurship Week \nNovember 16 – 20st 2026 \nJoin us for the 14th year of ‘Do It In Durham Entrepreneurship Week’. \nDurham Region’s celebration of entrepreneurship is held each November during Global Entrepreneurship Week. \nDo It In Durham Entrepreneurship Week is a collaboration of Durham’s business support\, educational and networking organizations who have come together to encourage and support entrepreneurs\, job creators and innovators who create economic growth in the Durham Region. \nTogether We Build
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/build-without-burning-out/
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261119T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261119T120000
DTSTAMP:20260727T233345Z
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UID:21158-1795080600-1795089600@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:AI Pathway Grow Smarter: AI for Financial Planning
DESCRIPTION:Use AI to strengthen your financial planning by testing assumptions\, exploring scenarios\, and telling a clearer financial story.\n\n\n \nAI won’t replace financial judgment. It helps you strengthen it.\n– – – \nThrough a combination of practical instruction and hands on exercises\, you’ll build a Financial Planning Scenario Snapshot that helps you make more informed business decisions. \nWhether you’re planning for growth\, evaluating new opportunities\, or trying to better understand the financial impact of your decisions\, this session will show you how AI can become a valuable thinking partner while keeping professional financial advice where it belongs. \n– – – \nWhat You’ll Get\nAfter a guided presentation on using AI to support financial planning and decision making\, you’ll work directly on your own business with support from mentors and AI tools to: \n\nIdentify the key financial drivers in your business.\nCreate or improve a simple revenue model.\nExplore best case\, base case\, and downside scenarios.\nBuild a clearer financial story to support planning\, funding\, or strategic decisions.\n\nBring a laptop and one business challenge or opportunity you’d like to evaluate. We’ll spend the workshop building something you can actually use. \n– – – \nWho Should Attend?\nThis session is designed for: \n\nSmall business owners\nEntrepreneurs and startups\nBusiness managers and team leaders\nAnyone responsible for budgeting\, planning\, or business strategy\nAnyone looking to make better business decisions using AI\n\n– – – \nAbout the Series\nThis session is part of the Grow Smarter: The AI Pathway\, a five-part workshop series designed to you use AI as a practical business tool to move the needle on common business problems. \nEach event combines: \n\nPre-session materials and preparation exercises\nExpert-led instruction\nMentor-supported hands-on application\nParticipant workbook activities\nA practical business deliverable you can implement immediately\nNetworking opportunites and light refreshments\n\nAttend individual sessions or join the full series to build an AI-enabled growth plan for your business. \n \nRegister with your team and get 10% off: for 2+ tickets use code TEAM10 \n \nThis program is made possible through support from the Entrepreneur Innovation Fund\, delivered by Simcoe County Economic Development\, as well as county-wide partnerships and the Georgian Bay Business Accelerator’s foundational funders: the Town of Collingwood and the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario).
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/ai-pathway-grow-smarter-ai-for-financial-planning/
LOCATION:Collingwood Library\, Community Room B&C\, 3rd Floor\, 55 Ste Marie St\, Collingwood\, ON\, L9Y 0W6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261124T120000
DTSTAMP:20261019T040350Z
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UID:21658-1795514400-1795521600@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Income Tax Prep for Sole Proprietors & Partnerships
DESCRIPTION:Learn from CRA experts on how to prepare for the upcoming tax season and have all your questions answered.\n\n\nIt’s not too early to start thinking about your 2026 tax return for your small business. Join the Grey County Business Enterprise Centre and an expert CRA tax rep for a deep dive into all things surrounding small business tax practices. \nWe will cover: \n\nBusiness Income Tax Reporting – Completing the T2125E Form for CRA\n\n\nReporting Business Income\n\n\nReporting Costs of Goods Sold\n\n\nReporting Business Expenses\n\n\nCalculating Business-Use-of-Home Expenses\n\n\nCalculating Capital Cost Allowance (CCA)\n\n\nCalculating Motor Vehicle Expenses\n\n \nAnd more! You’ll leave this session feeling fully prepared for tax time. Time is available to have you tax questions answered.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/income-tax-prep-for-sole-proprietors-partnerships-3/
CATEGORIES:Business Enterprise Centre- Grey County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261125T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261125T120000
DTSTAMP:20260811T173316Z
CREATED:20260722T233350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T173316Z
UID:21160-1795599000-1795608000@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:AI Pathway Grow Smarter: AI for Succession Planning & Growth
DESCRIPTION:Use AI to build a more resilient business by reducing owner dependency\, documenting critical knowledge\, and planning for long term growth.\n\n\n  \nAI won’t replace leadership\, but it can help you build a business that lasts.\n– – – \nThrough a combination of practical instruction and hands on exercises\, you’ll create a Succession and Growth Readiness Roadmap tailored to your business. \nWhether you’re planning for retirement\, preparing your business for future growth\, or simply looking to create stronger systems and leadership capacity\, this session will help you think strategically about the future while identifying practical steps you can begin taking today. \n– – – \nWhat You’ll Get\nAfter a guided presentation on using AI to support succession planning and long term business growth\, you’ll work directly on your own business with support from mentors and AI tools to: \n\nAssess where your business relies too heavily on the owner or a small number of key people.\nIdentify opportunities to document knowledge\, improve processes\, and delegate responsibilities.\nExplore growth opportunities using AI assisted scenario planning.\nBuild a practical roadmap to strengthen business continuity and long term value.\n\nBring a laptop and one business challenge you’d like to prepare for. We’ll spend the workshop building something you can actually use. \n– – – \nWho Should Attend?\nThis session is designed for: \n\nSmall business owners\nEntrepreneurs and startups\nBusiness managers and team leaders\nFamily business owners\nAnyone planning for long term growth\, succession\, or business continuity\n\n– – – \nAbout the Series\nThis session is part of the Grow Smarter: The AI Pathway\, a five-part workshop series designed to you use AI as a practical business tool to move the needle on common business problems. \nEach event combines: \n\nPre-session materials and preparation exercises\nExpert-led instruction\nMentor-supported hands-on application\nParticipant workbook activities\nA practical business deliverable you can implement immediately\nNetworking opportunites and light refreshments\n\nAttend individual sessions or join the full series to build an AI-enabled growth plan for your business. \n  \nRegister with your team and get 10% off: for 2+ tickets use code TEAM10 \n  \nThis program is made possible through support from the Entrepreneur Innovation Fund\, delivered by Simcoe County Economic Development\, as well as county-wide partnerships and the Georgian Bay Business Accelerator’s foundational funders: the Town of Collingwood and the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario).
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/ai-pathway-grow-smarter-ai-for-succession-planning-growth/
LOCATION:Collingwood Library\, Community Room B&C\, 3rd Floor\, 55 Ste Marie St\, Collingwood\, ON\, L9Y 0W6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SBEC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261126T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261126T120000
DTSTAMP:20261019T040350Z
CREATED:20260829T014853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T040350Z
UID:21662-1795687200-1795694400@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Tax Preparation for Incorporated Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Tax prep information for incorporated businesses with CRA experts.\n\n\nIt’s not too early to start thinking about your 2026 tax return for your small business. Incorporated businesses have unique tax requirements and responsibilities that can be confusing and time consuming. \nJoin the CRA and Business Enterprise Centre for a workshop dedicated to tax preparation for incorporated businesses to help you wrap up your financial year with minimal stress. \nThis virtual workshop will cover: \n\nCommon tax errors\nHow to use financial benchmarks for relevant industries\nAn overview of the CRA’s services\nGeneral bookkeeping concepts and best practices\n\n…and more. A CRA officer will be presenting and will leave time for specific questions.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/tax-preparation-for-incorporated-businesses-3/
CATEGORIES:Business Enterprise Centre- Grey County
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