• IGNITE 2025

    Online Event

    Are you ready to propel your business toward sustainable growth and success in 2025? Join us for a transformative series of webinars designed for entrepreneurs and business leaders eager to gain actionable strategies for dynamic business expansion. These engaging and insightful workshops will be lead by industry expert, Carey McMaster of Traicon. Equip yourself with the tools and knowledge to position your business for future opportunities this year!

    $15
  • Getting Started with Intellectual Property: Why is IP Important

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    Are you developing your idea into something tangible such as building a brand for your business or creating a product to sell? If so, then you need to know about intellectual property (IP). This webinar will introduce you to trademarks, patents, trade secrets, industrial designs and copyright, and explain how protecting your creations through IP rights can give you an advantage over your competition.

    Free
  • Privacy and Your Business: An Introduction to PIPEDA

    Online Event

    The Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC) provides information to help businesses comply with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and better protect the privacy of Canadians, their clients, and customers. This information session will provide an overview of PIPEDA and its 10 Privacy Principles, illustrating how these principles apply to businesses and answering questions regarding Canada’s federal private-sector privacy law.

    Free
  • Business Plan Basics | Part 2

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    Writing your first business plan is a major step in putting your small business on the map. The point of your plan is to articulate the concepts that inspired you to start your business as well as evaluate potential hurdles like competition and funding issues. Whether you are seeking start-up capital or just want a […]

  • Lunch and Learn – Bookkeeping 101 w/ Rhea Burns (Wasaga Beach)

    SBEC

    Lunch and Learn - Bookkeeping 101 w/ Rhea Burns (Wasaga Beach) If you're interested in learning important bookkeeping practices for your small business, join us at an in-person lunch and learn focused on bookkeeping essentials and best practices for small business. This session will be facilitated by Rhea Burns, Certified Quickbooks Online Pro-Advisor and part of the […]

    $10
  • Introduction to First Nations Agriculture & Finance Ontario

    Online Event

    If you’re a First Nation farmer or agribusiness owner in Ontario, First Nations Agriculture & Finance Ontario (FNAFO) can assist you with financing, advisory services, training, and workshops. Our programs have been developed for First Nation agricultural businesses and can work in partnership with other programs.

    Free
  • Labelling & Packaging your Food Product – Foodpreneur Advantage

    SBEC

    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 […]

  • Business Model Canvas Workshop – Creemore

    SBEC

    Creating a Successful Business Model Canvas Join us for an exciting in-person event where we will dive into the art of crafting a successful business model canvas. This event is perfect for aspiring entrepreneurs and business owners looking to enhance their understanding of their business model. Location: Station on the Green - 10 Caroline St E, Creemore, ON […]

  • Validating Your Business Idea

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    Welcome to the World of Entrepreneurship! This session is for those that haven’t registered their business yet and need to understand how they can go about validating their business idea before taking the big leap! Sessions are held in a small group setting and led by a Small Business Consultant. Key Takeaways: Identifying a problem; […]

  • Social Media for Your Business

    Online Event

    Social media is an invaluable tool for today’s business, whether you are just starting out or have been established for years. Not understanding how to use social media effectively can leave you overwhelmed and ultimately hurt your bottom line as your potential customers can easily find your competitors. This workshop hosted by the Toronto Digital Service Squad will leave you with a better understanding of how to leverage the power of social media to grow your online community, drive sales and reduce marketing costs.

    Free