Small Business Enterprise Centre

Social Media 101 – A Complete Guide for Small Businesses – 4 Part Series
2025-09-17 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-09-24 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-10-01 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto) | ON
Unlock the Power of Social Media to Grow Your Business.

Sales Trends of 2026: What Brick-and-Mortar Businesses Need to Know
2025-09-17 13:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | ON
Explore future sales trends—AI, personalization, and social selling—to help your business sell smarter, not harder.

What does the future of selling look like—and is your business ready? In this forward-looking session, we’ll explore the emerging trends expected to reshape the sales landscape in 2026, and how brick-and-mortar businesses can adapt to stay ahead.
We’ll cover cutting-edge tools and strategies including AI-powered customer support, predictive analytics, SMS marketing, and the growing role of social selling and influencers in the local retail space.
Whether you’re looking to modernize your storefront, upgrade your sales approach, or better understand where customers are headed next, this session will help you make strategic, future-ready decisions.

What You’ll Learn

How customer expectations are shifting toward hyper-personalization and convenience
Tools and sales platforms that will define the next year
Where to focus your energy and resources for scalable growth

Key Highlights

AI-driven automation, insights, and customer engagement
Predictive analytics for smarter sales planning
Social selling, influencer marketing, and SMS engagement strategies

About the Speaker:
Agnes Lan
VP, Sales of Change Connect Inc.
Agnes Lan is a highly accomplished professional whose expertise bridges business strategy, engineering, and sales leadership. With a career rooted in the intersection of technology, business development, and revenue growth, Agnes has built a reputation for delivering measurable impact in complex environments.
As the Founder and Vice President of Sales at Change Connect, she brings a strategic lens to every engagement, driving sustainable growth while cultivating long-term client partnerships. Her leadership is grounded in a results-driven mindset and an agile approach to today’s evolving business landscape.
Agnes’s professional journey is a testament to the power of cross-disciplinary excellence. Her unique ability to synthesize technical depth with business acumen continues to position her as a dynamic force in sales and business strategy.
Her work has earned national recognition, including being featured on The Globe and Mail Report on Business list of Canada’s Top 15 Growing Women-Led Companies 2025 —a reflection of both her leadership and the success of the Change Connect team.

Women Founders Night
2025-09-17 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Toronto) | Brampton Entrepreneur Centre, 41 George Street South, Brampton, ON, L6Y 2E1, Canada
Meet and share your experiences with other women founders!

Join us for an empowering evening celebrating the innovation, resilience, and leadership of women entrepreneurs!

This event brings together trailblazing women from diverse industries to share their stories, strategies, and insights.
Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur, an aspiring founder, or simply passionate about supporting women in business, this event is the perfect opportunity to be inspired, network, and learn.
Don’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!?

This event invites those who identifying as a Woman.

ABOUT THE SPEAKER

Gloria Bryan is a seasoned Wellness Strategist, a dedicated Psychotherapist, and a Registered Social Service Worker with the Ontario College of Social Work and Social Service Workers. With a robust career spanning over three decades, Gloria has specialized in supporting victims of violence, with a deep focus on healing survivors of childhood sexual abuse and incest. Her profound expertise encompasses pivotal roles as a sexual assault and rape crisis counselor, youth counselor, as well as her transformative work with male victims and perpetrators in correctional facilities. As the founder of Resilient Pathway Coaching, Gloria empowers her clients to rediscover their inner strength, craft the lives they aspire to live, and harmoniously integrate their past traumas into a narrative of triumph and resilience.
In addition to her one-on-one and group therapies, Gloria serves as a Corporate Wellness Strategist. Her focus there, is on developing Mental Wellness Strategies that cultivate a psychologically safe wellness culture within organizations. These strategies are designed to benefit both employees and employers, promoting a holistic approach to workplace health and well-being.

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Foodpreneur Advantage: Food Safety Fundamentals for Startups
2025-09-18 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Toronto) | ON
Food Safety Fundamentals for Startups
This session is for you if you are starting a food business and want to make sure you are producing safe products right from the start.
In this free 60-minute online seminar learn about:

Basic Food Safety Principles Every Business Must Know
Practical Food Safety Practices for Production
Common mistakes to avoid when starting your food business

When you’re launching a food product, understanding food safety is essential not only for protecting your customers, but also for meeting regulatory expectations and building retailer trust. In this session, Lisa Cove, Food Safety Consultant and Founder of Shelf Ready Inc., will walk you through simple, actionable steps you can take to build food safety into your business from the very beginning—without getting overwhelmed by regulations.
You’ll leave with a clear understanding of basic food safety expectations, practical steps you can implement immediately, and the confidence to move your food business forward safely!
Next Session: Thursday, September 18th, 2025 at 10:00 am (This session is offered 4 times per year.)
Duration: 1h hour
Register: https://creatorapp.zohopublic.com/dproudfoot1/registration-form/form-perma/Registration_Form/yqHtnaFANbM8kGfDjkYPHBm3xBaQYwk22Fkxaty1fMBmR7OKagSvN8e9tK7wpByrQPnZ0MR6w5XxB6JMmjJ4fVn4SAzNtb7vjSd5?Seminar_Id=4206752000126908022

Diversifying to Export Markets 101
2025-09-18 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Toronto) | ON
Learn about the importance of diversifying to export markets in a changing international landscape.

How to Start a Small Business
2025-09-18 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto) | ON
Looking to turn your business idea into reality? Join our free Starting a Small Business webinar for clear, step-by-step guidance on how to set up and grow with confidence. You’ll learn about choosing a legal structure, registering your business, and hiring your first employees, along with proven strategies to help you succeed. Plus, take advantage of a live Q&A to get your questions answered by experts. Register today and take the first step toward building your business!

Financial Panel for Small Business
2025-09-18 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Toronto) | 58 Dalhousie St, 58 Dalhousie Street, Brantford, ON, N3T 2J2, Canada
Let’s talk money! What is available and how you can use it to your advantage!

Welcome to the Financial Panel for Small Business event! Join us on Thu Sept 18th 2025 at 5:00 for an evening of insightful discussions about how to navigate the available finacing that could help to catapult your business to the next level!
Our panel of experts will share valuable tips and advice on managing finances for small businesses. Whether you’re a startup or an established business, this event is perfect for gaining valuable insights to help your business thrive.
The event will be held at 58 Dalhousie St, so mark your calendars and don’t miss out!

Your Business Endgame
2025-09-18 17:30 - 20:00 (America/Toronto) | Sydenham Campus, 1130 8th Street East, Owen Sound, ON, N4K 1M5, Canada
Make your business more profitable to operate now and sell later.

Build a More Valuable Business — for today and tomorrow.

You’ve worked hard to create something customers are happy to pay more for than what it costs you to deliver — and that’s always something to be proud of. But when mature Canadian Entrepreneurs have the opportunity to zoom out and view their business as an asset they quickly learn that profitable does not automatically mean valuable.
Unfortunately, after decades investing blood, sweat and tears (and money), many Canadian Entrepreneurs are disappointed by the limited opportunities they have to exit their business.
The good news? It’s always a good time to add value to your business model. Whether you’re just getting started or you want to start planning your off ramp this workshop will help you do that in a way that leads to greater rewards.
Join us for YOUR ENDGAME, an in-person workshop led by Canadian Business Consultant Stephanie Ruth Grimbly, designed specifically for Canadian entrepreneurs ready to add value to their business model and take control of their future.
In this inspiring and practical session, you’ll discover:
Why creating a valuable business matters
– not just for your exit strategy, but for your freedom, legacy, and peace of mind
What actually drives business value
– and how your business stacks up using a research-backed, Canadian-developed market-value assessment tool
How to take action now
– to build a more valuable, scalable business, no matter your size, industry, or stage
Whether you’re planning for the future or just starting to think big, this workshop will help you see your business through a new lens — and empower you to make it everything it can be.
Your future self (and buyers) will thank you.
Your Endgame Facilitator:
Stephanie Ruth Grimbly is the passionate founder of New Territory – a consulting practice dedicated to helping Canadian Entrepreneurs add value to their business models in order to get more reward for the risks they take.
Since 2017, Steph has led small business Owners and staff through the challenging but necessary process of data-driven organizational change.
She applies her unique blend of higher education, technical business skills and real-world work experience working IN and working ON Small Canadian Businesses to make meaningful change actually happen.
*this is an in-person event. Light refreshments will be served. We will meet in the Hotdesk Room, Sydenham Campus.

Your Business Endgame
2025-09-18 17:30 - 20:00 (America/Toronto) | ON
Build a More Valuable Business — for today and tomorrow.
You’ve worked hard to create something customers are happy to pay more for than what it costs you to deliver — and that’s always something to be proud of. But when mature Canadian Entrepreneurs have the opportunity to zoom out and view their business as an asset they quickly learn that profitable does not automatically mean valuable.
Unfortunately, after decades investing blood, sweat and tears (and money), many Canadian Entrepreneurs are disappointed by the limited opportunities they have to exit their business.
The good news? It’s always a good time to add value to your business model. Whether you’re just getting started or you want to start planning your off ramp this workshop will help you do that in a way that leads to greater rewards.
Join the Grey County Business Enterprise Centre for YOUR ENDGAME, an in-person workshop led by Canadian Business Consultant Stephanie Ruth Grimbly, designed specifically for Canadian entrepreneurs ready to add value to their business model and take control of their future.
In this inspiring and practical session, you’ll discover:
Why creating a valuable business matters
– not just for your exit strategy, but for your freedom, legacy, and peace of mindWhat actually drives business value
– and how your business stacks up using a research-backed, Canadian-developed market-value assessment toolHow to take action now
– to build a more valuable, scalable business, no matter your size, industry, or stage
Whether you’re planning for the future or just starting to think big, this workshop will help you see your business through a new lens — and empower you to make it everything it can be.
Your future self (and buyers) will thank you.
Your Endgame Facilitator:
Stephanie Ruth Grimbly is the passionate founder of New Territory – a consulting practice dedicated to helping Canadian Entrepreneurs add value to their business models in order to get more reward for the risks they take.
Since 2017, Steph has led small business Owners and staff through the challenging but necessary process of data-driven organizational change.
She applies her unique blend of higher education, technical business skills and real-world work experience working IN and working ON Small Canadian Businesses to make meaningful change actually happen.
*this is an in-person event. Light refreshments will be served. We will meet in the Hotdesk Room, Sydenham Campus.

AI Demystified: What It Is & Why It’s Your Next Business Advantage
2025-09-18 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Toronto) | ON

(WEBINAR) Financials 101
2025-09-19 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Toronto) | ON
Join us for a comprehensive webinar on Financials 101, tailored specifically for small business owners.

Join us for a comprehensive webinar on Financials 101, tailored specifically for small business owners. This 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.

Opening a Food Business in York Region
2025-09-22 11:30 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | ON
Are you starting a food business or already operating one in York Region? Join us for an informative webinar designed to help food operators

Are you starting a food business or already operating one in York Region? Join us for an informative webinar designed to help food operators understand their responsibilities and access valuable resources to ensure food safety and regulatory compliance.
This session will cover:

What qualifies as a food premises
How to notify Public Health and prepare for inspections
Requirements for home-based food businesses
Low-risk food exemptions
Certified Food Handler requirements
How York Region Public Health supports food operators

Whether you’re running a restaurant, food truck, or baking from home, this webinar will provide practical guidance and direct access to tools and support from Public Health Inspectors.

About the Speaker:
Sonia Figueiredo
Senior Public Healh Inspector, York Region Public Health
Sonia Figueiredo, specializing in food safety since 2021, has been with York Region since 2017, gaining broad experience across public health programs. Sonia holds degrees in science and public health from the University of Toronto and Toronto Metropolitan University, and is an active member of the Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors.

Business Planning – Part 2
2025-09-23 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | ON
Business Planning – Part 2

So you’ve got a great business idea and now you want to go forward. How do you get your ideas on paper so that it’s easy for others to understand your business and for you to execute your ideas? Planning is one of the most important parts of business and every entrepreneur and small business needs to have a plan to guide them.
In this two part series, you’ll gain an understanding of the key components of the business plan and how each section is connected to tell the story of you and your idea. We will explore the core sections typically included: Company Profile, Industry Overview, Competition, Products & Services, Target Market (customers), Operations, Marketing Plan and Financials.
Please note: This is the second installment of a two-part series. Completion of “Business Planning – Part 1” is a prerequisite. Registered participants will be provided with a Zoom link and login information in a separate email prior to the session.

(WEBINAR) How to Write a Business Plan
2025-09-23 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Toronto) | Brampton Entrepreneur Centre, 41 George Street South, Brampton, ON, L6Y 2E1, Canada
Learn to create, refine, and present a business plan that boosts your chances of success and helps grow your business.

Understanding Consumer Protection Requirements
2025-09-24 09:30 - 10:30 (America/Toronto) | ON
Come and learn about Consumer Protection Requirements from the CPO.

In collaboration with the Business Advisory Centre Durham, Consumer Protection Ontario is offering a free webinar to help business owners and operators learn more about their obligations under the Consumer Protection Act, 2002.
This free one-hour webinar:

uses an interactive online format with opportunities to participate and ask questions
features presenters including ministry officials and subject matter experts

Please register to attend if you are a business owner/operator interested in joining this webinar. All businesses are welcome.
Presented by: Consumer Protection Ontario

Leveraging Government Support & Other Sources of Assistance for Exporters
2025-09-24 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-09-30 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Toronto) | ON
Learn about leveraging various supports and sources of assistance to aid in developing your export strategy to enter new markets.

Branding Basics 101
2025-09-24 11:00 - 13:30 (America/Toronto) | Brampton Entrepreneur Centre + Co-working Space, 41 George Street South, Brampton, ON, L6Y 2E1, Canada
Interactive workshop on branding: define your identity, go beyond logos, and create consistency across every touchpoint.

Whether 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.

In this workshop, you will:

Understand the key elements of a brand
Define your brand’s mission, values, and voice
Identify your target audience
Learn how to craft a compelling brand story
Explore visual branding basics (logos, color palettes, typography)
Get tools and templates to start building your brand right away

Perfect for entrepreneurs, creatives, and small business owners. No prior branding experience needed!

ABOUT THE PRESENTER

Prince Khan, MEDI, CITP®|FIBP® | Supervisor at the Brampton Entrepreneur Centre
Prince 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.

Entrepreneurship 101: Spark Tank – Brainstorm to Breakthrough
2025-09-24 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto) | VentureNorth, Lower Level Board Room, 270 George Street North, Peterborough, ON, K9J 3H1, Canada
Spark ideas, test their potential, and take your first steps into entrepreneurship in this fun, hands-on ideation workshop!

Entrepreneurship 101: Spark Tank – Brainstorm to BreakthroughDescription: Every business starts with an idea, but not all ideas are created equal. In this interactive and inspiring workshop, aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners will explore how to generate, evaluate, and move forward with business ideas that align with their goals, interests, and market opportunities.
Key takeaways include:

Discovering your entrepreneurial “why” and how it guides idea development.
Using simple tools to spark creativity and uncover viable business ideas.
Learning how to validate ideas before investing time or money.
Identifying problems worth solving and customers worth serving.
Gaining confidence to take the first steps toward launching your business.

With guided exercises and real-world examples, this session will help you clarify your direction and walk away with at least one actionable idea. Perfect for anyone at the beginning of their entrepreneurial journey or those ready for a fresh start.

She Means Business – A Women’s Networking Event
2025-09-24 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Toronto) | BOND|ST Event Centre, 44 Bond Street East, Oshawa, ON, L1G 1B1, Canada
Enjoy an evening networking with like minded entrepreneurs at a beautiful location

She Means Business!
Calling all female ENTREPRENEURS & BUSINESS OWNERS! Join us at Bond Street Event Centre Oshawa for a Women’s Networking Event. Connect authentically with like minded people. Take the opportunity to engage in interesting conversations, share your story and prioritize yourself and your business.
Appetizers will be provided
Alcohol is not included.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Entrepreneur Essentials: Start-Up 101: Regulations, Registering & Licenses
2025-09-24 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Toronto) | ON
Join the VBEC team for a group session on all you need to know about regulations, business licenses, and steps to registering your business

Foodpreneur Advantage: Labelling & Packaging your Food Product
2025-09-25 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Toronto) | ON
Labelling & Packaging your Food Product
This session is for you if you have a food or beverage product that needs an accurate and compliant label.
In this free 60-minute online seminar learn about:

Packaging Considerations
Labelling Requirements
Mistakes to Avoid

Packaging and labelling your food product is where marketing meets regulatory compliance and food safety. You know you want your product to look great on a store shelf, but what are you required to put on the label? How do you choose the right package for your product? For this session, we will be joined by Nicole Haney, former Founder & CEO of Boho Bars. Nicole will guide us through what to consider when choosing a package for your food product, what to include on your label, and what mistakes to avoid when packaging your food product.
You will leave with a better understanding of labelling & packaging in the food and beverage industry!
Next Session: Thursday, September 25th, 2025 at 10:00 am (This session is offered 4 times per year.)
Duration: 1 hour
Register: https://creatorapp.zohopublic.com/dproudfoot1/registration-form/form-perma/Registration_Form/yqHtnaFANbM8kGfDjkYPHBm3xBaQYwk22Fkxaty1fMBmR7OKagSvN8e9tK7wpByrQPnZ0MR6w5XxB6JMmjJ4fVn4SAzNtb7vjSd5?Seminar_Id=4206752000127355002

Go Global Series: Intro to Importing and Exporting for Entrepreneurs
2025-09-25 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Toronto) | ON
Are you ready to expand your business horizons beyond Canadian borders?

Z OOM LOGIN DETAILS WILL BE E-MAILED PRIOR TO THE SESSION

Whether you’re a startup looking to enter new markets or an established business aiming to refine your international strategy, this workshop is tailored to help you succeed in the global marketplace. Don’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.

The session will cover:
Understanding Global Markets: Learn the fundamentals of international trade and identify key opportunities in global markets.
Importing Basics: Discover the essential steps for importing goods, including sourcing, compliance, and logistics.
Exporting Essentials: Explore strategies for exporting your products, from market research to documentation and shipping.
Regulatory and Compliance: Get to grips with import/export regulations, tariffs, and customs procedures.
Risk Management: Understand how to mitigate risks associated with international trade, including currency fluctuations and geopolitical factors.
Understanding Culture: Learn how to do with international businesses; and best practices.
Payment and Financing: Learn about how to take payment and learn about all of your financing options.

Men Founders Night
2025-09-25 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Toronto) | Brampton Entrepreneur Centre, 41 George Street South, Brampton, ON, L6Y 2E1, Canada
Join us for an exciting and informative evening with networking opportunities after the presentation. Meet and share your experiences.

Join 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.

Whether 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.

Don’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!

About the Presenter

Edwin FrondozoEdwin Frondozo is a Toronto-based entrepreneur, product leader, and award-winning podcaster. He founded Flashpoint Global, where he partners with Founder-CEOs to craft Future Narrative Twins—AI-powered strategies for thought leadership and category design, launching soon. He is also building Up Next Global, a touring media platform that spotlights startups from leading innovation hubs and events worldwide.
Over the past 20 years, Edwin has built ventures across voice, media, and emerging tech, including Slingshot Communications, Livecasts.fm, and Amwin. As host of The Business Leadership Podcast, he has interviewed 500+ leaders, earning recognition as a Top-10 Global Business Podcast and Podcast of the Year. His mission: help leaders design the world they’re innovating for—and communicate it with impact.
Edwin Frondozo | Multipassionate Business Leader, Creator and Entrepreneur

Stratford AI Summit: Real Skills. Real People. Real World AI.
2025-09-29 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Toronto) | Tom Patterson Theatre | Stratford Festival, 111 Lakeside Drive, Stratford, ON, N5A 3B9, Canada
Get ready to dive deep into the world of AI with real-world applications and skills at the Stratford AI Summit! Sales close Sept.16, 2025

Welcome to the Stratford AI Summit: Real Skills. Real People. Real world AI.
The Stratford Perth Centre for Business is excited to present this event with support from Presenting Sponsor Perth County and additional sponsorship support from Perth Community Futures Development Corporation, the Town of St. Marys, and Meridian.
Join us at the Tom Patterson Theatre in Lazaridis Hall for an event designed to help you gain real skills from real people working in the field of AI. Join Avery Swartz, Camp Tech founder and lead instructor for a fun and fast-moving morning that turns AI curiosity into clear next steps, including live demos, and open Q and A. After a complimentary lunch, the day is rounded out with a lively panel of business professionals from our community discussing how they are using AI.
Tickets are $100/person and include day’s programming as well as Continental Breakfast, Lunch and Refreshments.
Brief Agenda:
Morning AI Keynote and Skills Session which includes “Discover how AI can transform your business”, Live Prompting Transformation Session and an “Ask-Me-Anything Q&A” with Avery.
Lunch
Afternoon AI Panel Discussion: Join local business leaders who will discuss challenges, AI opportunities and share insights on adopting AI in their lives and their workplace. Panelists include Brock Hart (Co-founder & CDO, Overlap Associates), Greg Orr (Account Executive, Orr Insurance), Shelley Windsor (Partner, Windsor Hospitality), and moderator Joani Gerber (CEO, investStratford).
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What to bring:
The sessions are not “hands on with your laptop” so bring whatever device you need to take notes. That could be a laptop, a smartphone, or a good old fashioned notebook. And if you do bring a laptop, make sure its battery is charged!
Who should attend:
· Small-business owners, business leaders, and managers who choose the tech but never write code
· People in Marketing, Operations, HR, or Finance who need to save time and money·
· Anyone who has opened ChatGPT once or twice and wonders what else is possible
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Want more details?
Discover how AI can transform your business, from personalized customer engagement and marketing content creation to admin and operations tasks. You’ll learn how generative AI tools like ChatGPT work, and why they sometimes behave in unexpected ways. Through a mix of eye-opening examples and demos, you’ll learn what’s possible with AI so you can identify ways to embrace its potential while grounding yourself in responsible use.
Live Prompting Transformation Session. The better you prompt a generative AI system, the better the output will be. Learn how to get the most from tools like ChatGPT, Copilot, and Gemini with tried-and-true prompting techniques. We’ll take prompts from “just okay” to “wow!” right before your eyes using strategies you can replicate in your own work.
Ask-Me-Anything Q&A. Bring your thorny questions, half-baked ideas, or “can AI really do this?” challenges. We’ll tackle them on the spot so you leave with personalized next steps.
Afternoon AI Panel Discussion: Moderated by Joani Gerber, CEO of investStratford, local business leaders Brock Hart, Greg Orr and Shelley Windsor will share the challenges and oppportunities that AI has introduced in both their business lives.
Cost
$100/person
Why register now?
*Spaces are limited to keep the session interactive. Purchase your seat by Tuesday, September 16 to join Camp Tech in Stratford for a focused look at working smarter with AI.
What is Camptech?
Camp Tech has spent more than a decade helping Canadian businesses and nonprofits pick up practical tech skills, and now they’re bringing that classroom energy to Stratford.
SEE YOU SOON!
*This event is sponsored by Presenting Partner Co-Sponsors Perth County and SPCB, Supporting Sponsor Perth Community Futures Development Corporation and Community Sponsors Town of St. Marys and Meridian.

Generate More Leads for Your Business
2025-09-29 14:00 - 15:30 (America/Toronto) | St. Catharines City Hall, 50 Church Street, St. Catharines, ON, L2R 7C2, Canada
Stop Waiting for Leads and Start Attracting Them

Stop Waiting for Leads and Start Attracting Them
If you’re not getting the leads you want, it’s not a sign to give up. It’s a sign to rethink your approach. This session breaks down what’s holding most small businesses back and what to focus on instead to build a consistent pipeline.
You’ll Discover How To:

Pinpoint the best-fit clients for your business
Build trust and visibility in the right places
Create small habits that lead to big growth

(Webinar) Learn about Futurpreneur’s $75,000 Core Offering Loan
2025-10-02 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Toronto) | ON
Learn about Futurpreneur and how they are aspiring young entrepreneurs across Canada with loan financing, mentorship & much more!

Come and join us and members from Futurpreneur in this information session about Futurpreneur and their Core Offering with loans up to $75,000!

About Futurpreneur
Since 1996, Futurpreneur has fostered the entrepreneurial passions of Canada’s diverse startup founders ages 18-39. They are the only national non-profit organization that provides young aspiring entrepreneurs across Canada with the loan financing, mentorship and resources they need to start or buy a business.

Here to help
Futurpreneur has helped over 18,700 diverse, young entrepreneurs get the kick-start they needed – and you could be next. At Futurpreneur, they’re there to partner with you on your startup journey. Their team will support you in accessing the money, mentorship and resources you need to help you start – or buy – your business.

Visit Futurpreneur’s website here.

Learn about Futurpreneur’s Core Offering
Futurpreneur offers up to $75,000 in collateral-free loan capital and one-on-one mentorship to young entrepreneurs. Find out if you could be eligible here.

Purpose
Why Futurpreneur exists
Futurpreneur‘s purpose is to drive inclusive Canadian prosperity by fostering the success of young entrepreneurs.
Mission
What is done to achieve Futurpreneur’s purpose
Empowering diverse entrepreneurs ages 18-39 by providing loans with mentorship and resources to help them start and buy businesses that contribute to sustainable and inclusive economic prosperity, in their communities and across Canada.

Values
Mission-driven
Motivated by their purpose – driving inclusive Canadian prosperity by fostering the success of young entrepreneurs. Proudly making a difference, one entrepreneur at a time.

Collegial & collaborative
Believing in the power of teamwork and the importance of community, cooperating with colleagues and partners across the country, and fostering a caring and supportive culture. We are all on the #sameteam.

Diverse & inclusive
Embrace the unique perspectives and experiences within the team. Striving to welcome and provide excellent service to a broad range of aspiring young entrepreneurs, fostering inclusive prosperity.

Accountable & transparent
Honouring commitments to entrepreneurs, mentors, partners, and to each other. Valuing candour and authenticity and work hard to achieve shared goals.

Business Model Canvas Crash Course
2025-10-02 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto) | ON
Looking for a simple way to plan and grow your business? Join our Business Model Canvas webinar and learn how to map out your ideas, refine your strategy, and spot new opportunities. We’ll walk through each part of the canvas and show you how it can guide your decisions as you build your business. Register today to take your venture to the next level.
