Entrepreneur Essentials: Start-Up 101: Regulations, Registering & Licenses
2025-06-19 11:00 - 12:30, 2025-07-15 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Toronto)
Join the VBEC team for a group session on all you need to know about regulations, business licenses, and steps to registering your business

Business Planning Launchpad Series (3 of 4)
2025-06-19 13:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York)
Operations, Time and Risk Management

Privacy and Your Business: An Introduction to PIPEDA
2025-06-20 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Toronto) | 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.
What you will learn:
· What is the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)?
· What are the privacy responsibilities of small businesses?
· How can the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada assist small businesses comply with privacy legislation?
· What are the 10 Privacy Principles of PIPEDA?
· How might these 10 Privacy Principles apply to my small business?
Join us for an overview of PIPEDA to better understand how privacy laws might impact your small business.
Speaker Bio:
The Privacy Commissioner of Canada is an Agent of Parliament whose mission is to protect and promote privacy rights of individuals. The Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC) oversees compliance with the Privacy Act, which covers the personal information-handling practices of federal government departments and agencies, and the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), Canada’s federal private-sector privacy law.
Kelly O’Hearn is an Advisor with OPC’s Business Advisory Directorate since 2020. She possesses over 12 years of experience working with federal privacy legislation.
In her current role with OPC, Kelly works closely with individual businesses to provide practical, meaningful advice and guidance on their personal information handling practices. She enjoys working with businesses of all shapes and sizes through presentations, Privacy Clinics, and consultations to help them better comply with PIPEDA.

We Mean Business – Networking Lunch
2025-06-20 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Toronto) | State & Main, 378 Taunton Road East, Whitby, ON, L1R 0H4, Canada
Join us at State & Main in Whitby for a networking lunch

Come and network with local business owners in Durham Region.
Join BACD at State & Main, Whitby for a networking event .
“We Mean Business”, is a networking lunch for local business owners in Durham Region!
Come out and meet new people and talk about your business in a casual setting.
The cost is $10 to reserve your space , attendees will be responsible for covering the cost of their meal.
We hope to see you there!

Lunch & Learn: Cyber Security for Small Business
2025-06-23 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
How to safeguard your business against current cyber security threats.

Join the Grey County BEC and the experts at Infinity Network Solutions for an online workshop to help you safeguard your small business. We will cover:

Bring awareness to the increasing cyber threats all businesses face
The importance of protecting company and customer information
How cybercriminals operate and what to look for
Tips and tricks to better protect your company
What you can manage in-house vs. when to consider hiring professional support

You will definitely leave feeling more informed and better equipped about how to protect your business.

Secrets to Selling your Business with Judith Pineault
2025-06-24 08:00 - 09:30 (America/Toronto) | Online Event
Prepare for a successful business transition with this essential workshop on exit strategies and valuation.

Prepare for a successful business transition with this essential workshop on exit strategies and valuation. This session will equip business owners with the knowledge needed to maximize value and navigate the complexities of selling or transitioning their business.

Exit Strategy Unveiled: Explore different exit options, including intergenerational transition, employee transfers, or strategic third-party sales, and identify the best path for your business.

Business Valuation Insights: Learn key valuation methods to understand your company’s worth and set realistic expectations for a successful exit.

Maximizing Enterprise Value: Discover practical strategies to enhance business value, making your company more attractive to potential buyers.
Confidential Support: Learn how to transition your business successfully with complete confidentiality on an anonymous online meeting.

By the end of this workshop, you’ll have the tools and confidence to develop a strong exit plan that aligns with your goals. Participation is fully anonymous, ensuring privacy throughout the session. Register now to start planning your business’s future!

About Judit Pineault:
Judith Pineault, a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), is the former CEO and Co-founder of Eastern Fluid Power Inc. Following her successful exit in 2019, she has guided over 100 business owners through transition. With expertise in business valuation, sales, and value maximization, she provides real-world insights to help entrepreneurs successfully navigate the complexities of exiting their businesses.

Understanding Consumer Protection Requirements New
2025-06-24 09:30 - 10:30 (America/Toronto)
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

Social Impact 101: Incorporating Social Impact into Your Business Model
2025-06-24 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Toronto)
Learn how to integrate social impact into your business model and why it’s important.

About this workshop:
What’s your impact? How do you measure it? Why is it important?
In this webinar, you will learn about the benefits of social impact measurement and various frameworks/methods to help you measure it (i.e. B-Corps, SROI, Theory of Change, etc.). You’ll learn how to integrate social impact into your business model and why it’s important. You’ll also look at the strengths and weaknesses of different hybrid models through international and local examples.
Join us at Social Impact 101!
About CSED:
The 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.

*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.

Validating Your Business Concept: Cash Flow Meets Startup Canvas (Virtual)
2025-06-25 11:00 - 12:30 (America/Toronto)
This session is targeted at entrepreneurs who are at the idea stage of starting a business.

About this workshop:
There are many great ideas, but do you have a great business idea? This session will discuss many of the factors you need to consider before you jump into business.
In this 1.5 hour session, you will be introduced to The Lean Start Up Canvas, which is a tool used to help validate your business. We will also be working through a cash flow sheet (which will be included and sent to all attendees).
It is important to develop a business model that clearly explains how your business could function and this session will help you take that first step. This session does not cover writing a business plan.
About the speaker:
Paula Hopkins is a passionate entrepreneurship advocate. She is the Director of the Entrepreneurship Team, and has worked with Invest Ottawa for over 10 years to help people start and grow their businesses.

*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.

Starting a Business: A Bird’s Eye View of the Legal Landscape (Virtual)
2025-06-25 14:00 - 15:30 (America/Toronto)
Exploring different forms of business organizations & the legal landscape when it comes to starting a business.

About this workshop:
Join us to get a bird’s eye view of the legal landscape when it comes to starting a business. We will explore different forms of business organizations.
Sole Proprietorships

what does it means to be a sole proprietor? What are the advantages and disadvantages of this structure of business?

Partnerships

how and when can a partnership arise? What are some advantages and disadvantages flowing from this particular structure?

Incorporation

much of the presentation will focus on the characteristics, advantages and disadvantages of a corporation (i.e. ownership, continuity, limited liability, tax planning, employee stock options etc.).
how does input at the start-up stage impact the division of equity amongst key stakeholders and directly corresponding, the importance of a shareholders’ agreement while the parties are in good spirits

*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.

Show Up & Sell with Instagram Stories
2025-06-26 09:30 - 11:30 (America/Toronto)
Instagram Stories are one of the most powerful tools for real-time engagement

Instagram Stories are one of the most powerful tools for real-time engagement, building trust, and turning followers into customers. Unlike feed posts, Stories create an intimate, behind-the-scenes connection that makes your audience feel like part of your brand. But simply showing up isn’t enough—you need a strategy to keep your audience engaged and take them from passive viewers to active buyers.
In this session you’ll learn:

Why Stories Are Critical for Sales & Growth—and how to use them strategically.

How to Keep Your Stories Engaging—using polls, questions, sliders, and quizzes to boost interaction.

The “Know, Like, Trust” Framework—how to share behind-the-scenes moments that build deeper relationships.

Bonus: You’ll receive a 30-day Instagram Stories Calendar packed with prompts and ideas to keep your content fresh, engaging, and sales-driven.
Presented by: Orzala Quddusi
Orzala is the owner of Make it Happen Services, an award-winning social media ?agency that specializes in social media coaching, training & paid advertising. ?With over a decade of hands-on experience in running her own social media ?agency and coaching on social media, Orzala also brings six years of corporate-?level marketing.

Augment your Intelligence with AI
2025-06-26 11:00 - 14:00 (America/Toronto)
Join Shane Skillen, CEO of Hotspex Group, for an interactive session that will revolutionize your relationship with artificial intelligence. This isn’t just another AI overview – it’s a practical masterclass on becoming more effective, productive, and competitive by seamlessly integrating AI into your daily routine.
What You’ll Gain:

Master the latest AI technologies that are reshaping industries
Discover proven strategies to enhance your personal and professional effectiveness
Access an exclusive prompt database to unlock AI’s full potential
Learn directly from a CEO who’s successfully implemented AI at scale

The content adapts to your specific needs through a pre-event survey, ensuring maximum relevance and impact. Whether you’re looking to streamline your workflow, enhance decision-making, or stay ahead of the curve, this workshop provides the tools and insights you need.
Come Prepared:

Download the paid versions of ChatGPT and Gemini apps onto your phone
Watch the assigned Google keynote presentation
Complete the needs assessment survey (sent two weeks before the event)

As we have all seen, advances in AI have been rapid. The sessions, although applicable to all, will be more focused in advanced applications of AI available in the paid versions of the apps. We highly recommend having access to the most advanced versions of ChatGPT and Gemini apps which will be used during the session.
Perfect for: Entrepreneurs, business professionals, and forward-thinking individuals ready to harness AI’s transformative power.
Come prepared to engage, learn, and leave with actionable strategies you can implement immediately. Your AI-augmented future starts here.
Lunch will be provided following the workshop.

Augment your Intelligence with AI
2025-06-26 11:00 - 14:00 (America/Toronto) | Osler Bluff Ski Club Ltd, 795534 The Blue Mountains Clearview Townline, The Blue Mountains, ON, L9Y 0R7, Canada
Transform how you work and live with AI in this hands-on workshop designed for ambitious professionals and entrepreneurs.

Join Shane Skillen, CEO of Hotspex Group, for an interactive session that will revolutionize your relationship with artificial intelligence. This isn’t just another AI overview – it’s a practical masterclass on becoming more effective, productive, and competitive by seamlessly integrating AI into your daily routine.
What You’ll Gain:

Master the latest AI technologies that are reshaping industries
Discover proven strategies to enhance your personal and professional effectiveness
Access an exclusive prompt database to unlock AI’s full potential
Learn directly from a CEO who’s successfully implemented AI at scale

The content adapts to your specific needs through a pre-event survey, ensuring maximum relevance and impact. Whether you’re looking to streamline your workflow, enhance decision-making, or stay ahead of the curve, this workshop provides the tools and insights you need.
Come Prepared:

Download the paid versions of ChatGPT and Gemini apps onto your phone
Watch the assigned Google keynote presentation
Complete the needs assessment survey (sent two weeks before the event)

As we have all seen, advances in AI have been rapid. The sessions, although applicable to all, will be more focused in advanced applications of AI available in the paid versions of the apps. We highly recommend having access to the most advanced versions of ChatGPT and Gemini apps which will be used during the session.
Perfect for: Entrepreneurs, business professionals, and forward-thinking individuals ready to harness AI’s transformative power.
Come prepared to engage, learn, and leave with actionable strategies you can implement immediately. Your AI-augmented future starts here.
Lunch will be provided following the workshop.

Business Planning Launchpad Series (4 of 4): Financials
2025-06-26 13:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York)
Business Planning Launchpad Series – Financials: learn how to successfully budget, manage cash flow and finances

Business Planning Launchpad Series (1 of 4): Ideation and Market Research
2025-07-03 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York)
Business Planning Launchpad Series – Ideation: validating business idea, vision, mission and market research to test business assumptions

Fundamentals of buying and selling a business
2025-07-08 09:30 - 11:00 (America/Toronto)
This session aims to equip participants with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the complexities of buying and selling a business

This comprehensive overview aims to equip participants with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the complexities of buying and selling a business effectively.
Preparation Phase
• Preparing Your Business for Sale: Steps to make your business attractive to potential buyers, including financial audits, streamlining operations
Valuation
• Business Valuation Techniques: Methods such as market comparisons, asset-based valuation, and income approaches.
The Sales Process
• Marketing the Business: Strategies for finding buyers, using brokers, and advertising the sale.
Due Diligence
• Due Diligence Process: Steps to thoroughly investigate the business being bought or sold, including financial, legal, and operational due diligence.
Closing the Deal
• Finalizing the Transaction: Steps to close the deal, including final negotiations, signing the agreement, and transferring ownership.
Presented by: Joel Friedman
A business development professional with extensive experience in the Franchise Industry. Joel has a track record of establishing and improving processes that result in a tremendous amount of success in sourcing, following-up and negotiating, revenue- generating new business initiatives. Extremely resourceful, manages by empowerment and strives to set and meet individual and team goals.

Empowering Black Entrepreneurs in Brampton with funding through FACE
2025-07-08 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Toronto) | Brampton Entrepreneur Centre, 41 George Street South, Brampton, ON, L6Y 2E1, Canada
National and bilingual Black-led non-profit organization focused on providing resources and information to Black Businesses across Canada.

ABOUT FACE
At the Federation of African Canadian Economics (FACE), they aim to drive generational wealth powered by sustainable economic resources, capacity and strategic partnerships.
FACE is a national and bilingual Black-led non-profit organization focused on providing resources and information to Black Businesses across Canada to accelerate wealth creation for Canadians of African descent.
Founded in 2021, in partnership with the Federal Government of Canada, FACE created a Black Entrepreneurship Loan Fund to help Black business owners access capital investments, working capital, or additional business resources for expansion. FACE has several partners that assist further the mission of providing Black Canadians with the necessary resources, knowledge, and confidence to operate successfully as Black entrepreneurs and thrive as a community.
Black Entrepreneurship Loan Fund (BELF) – This program supports Black business owners by providing loans ranging from $10,000 to $250,000. It’s designed to enhance access to capital and promote growth within Black-owned businesses.
Micro Loan Program – In partnership with Alterna Savings and Vancity credit unions, this program provides loans ranging from $10,000 to $25,000 to Black entrepreneurs in Ontario and British Columbia.
Loan Program – Administered with the Government of Canada and the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC), this program offers loans from $25,000 to $250,000. The Government of Canada funds loans between $25,000 and $100,000, while BDC funds loans from $100,000 to $250,000.
For more details, visit the FACE Coalition

ABOUT THE PRESENTER

ABOUT PRESENTER
Priscilla Iyari, Regional Marketing & Comms Outreach Officer, is an astute Brand and Marketing Communications Professional. Over the past 14 years, she has worked with teams across 16 countries to build several local and global brands across industries, such as: Financial Services, Technology, Community Impact, Sustainability, FMCG, Non-Profit, and Sports.
She is an alumnus of the prestigious Cannes Young Lions Award in France, and the Atlas Corps Virtual Leadership Institute. She was also recently recognized by the UN Women and UNDP for her contributions to driving gender equality, as well as other Sustainable Development Goals in the Private Sector.
When she’s not working drive economic empowerment for black entrepreneurs through her work at FACE Coalition, then she’s definitely doing some ‘jollof rice tasting’, binge-watching RomComs on Netflix, or exploring different parts of the world with her best friend, Ewere.

Note: If you require an accommodation, please notify us by email at least 1 week before the event date at bec@brampton.ca
To cancel the accommodation, we require 5 business days’ notice before the event date.

The Summer Punch - A Patio Party for Entrepreneurs
2025-07-08 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Toronto)
Summer Punch 2025: A mid-year patio party for entrepreneurs, solopreneurs and small business owners!
Join us for the 2025 Summer Punch, a laid-back party for entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, and small business owners to unwind, connect, and get into the summery spirit. Whether you’ve punched above your weight, rolled with the punches, or are simply taking it day by day, this is your chance to reflect on the year so far, celebrate your accomplishments, and set the stage for the second half of 2025.When: Tuesday July 8, 2025 – 6pm – 8:30pm
Where: Side Launch Brewery – 200 Mountain Rd Unit 1
Investment: $20 – includes complimentary appetizers, lighthearted mingling and brewery games. Please note that it will be a cash bar – beer, wine, spirits and seltzers available.
Tickets: https://the-summer-punch-2025.eventbrite.ca
Bring your business cards, your best one-liner, and your networking vibes. We hope to see you!
This event is brought to you by the South Georgian Bay Small Business Enterprise Centre, Community Futures South Georgian Bay, The Collingwood Foundry, Town of Collingwood, Town of the Blue Mountains, Clearview Township, Georgian Bay Accelerator, the Collingwood BIA, and the Collingwood Chamber of Commerce.

Winning SEO with Google Business Profile (In Person)
2025-07-09 15:00 - 16:15 (America/Toronto) | Bayview Yards, 7 Bayview Station Road, Ottawa, ON, K1Y 3B5, Canada
Get found faster: learn how to use your Business Profile to fuel SEO performance.

Note: This event page is for the in-person option of our hybrid model. Click here to go to the virtual event page.
About this workshop:
Did you know that your Google Business Profile is one of the top things that influence your ranking and how you show up in search engines results?
Indeed, reviews, pictures, categories, and many more Google Business Profile items contribute to your position on Google.
But as you are reading this, maybe you’re wondering “what is this Google Business thing I’ve never heard of?”. If so, we’ve got you covered.
If you have an account, this seminar will show you how to leverage it by learning easy to follow techniques designed to boost your profile so that it can generate awareness and engagement and get plenty of clicks, and ultimately, more leads and sales.
If you don’t a Google Profile account, the session will teach you how to create your free account and get Google to notice it.
What you will learn:

How to set up a Google Business Profile account
What to do to optimize your account so it is shown more frequently
How to increase your visibility on Google Maps

About the speaker:
David Bird is the Founder and Principal of Bird’s Eye Marketing, an Ottawa firm that specializes in getting NPOs and other organizations found on Google. He has been managing Google Ads (formerly AdWords) accounts since 2012 and is a recognized digital advertising and promotion expert.
David is certified with Google Ads with specializations in search, display and mobile advertising. He also has a Certificate of Achievement in Web Analytics from the University of British Columbia and has completed coursework in E-Marketing with the Canadian Marketing Association.

Winning SEO with Google Business Profile (Virtual)
2025-07-09 15:00 - 16:15 (America/Toronto)
Get found faster: learn how to use your Business Profile to fuel SEO performance.

Note: This event page is for the virtual option of our hybrid model. Click here to go to the in-person event page.
About this workshop:
Did you know that your Google Business Profile is one of the top things that influence your ranking and how you show up in search engines results?
Indeed, reviews, pictures, categories, and many more Google Business Profile items contribute to your position on Google.
But as you are reading this, maybe you’re wondering “what is this Google Business thing I’ve never heard of?”. If so, we’ve got you covered.
If you have an account, this seminar will show you how to leverage it by learning easy to follow techniques designed to boost your profile so that it can generate awareness and engagement and get plenty of clicks, and ultimately, more leads and sales.
If you don’t a Google Profile account, the session will teach you how to create your free account and get Google to notice it.
What you will learn:

How to set up a Google Business Profile account
What to do to optimize your account so it is shown more frequently
How to increase your visibility on Google Maps

About the speaker:
David Bird is the Founder and Principal of Bird’s Eye Marketing, an Ottawa firm that specializes in getting NPOs and other organizations found on Google. He has been managing Google Ads (formerly AdWords) accounts since 2012 and is a recognized digital advertising and promotion expert.
David is certified with Google Ads with specializations in search, display and mobile advertising. He also has a Certificate of Achievement in Web Analytics from the University of British Columbia and has completed coursework in E-Marketing with the Canadian Marketing Association.

*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.

2025 Brampton’s Starter Company Plus ($5,000 Grant – Information Session)
2025-07-09 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Toronto)
Brampton’s Starter Company Plus – Information Session

Crafting Captions & Hooks That Convert
2025-07-10 09:30 - 11:30 (America/Toronto)
Your caption is more than just words—it’s the key to stopping the scroll, creating connection, and driving action

Your caption is more than just words—it’s the key to stopping the scroll, creating connection, and driving action. A powerful hook captures attention, a compelling story keeps your audience engaged, and a well-crafted call-to-action (CTA) turns followers into customers.
In this workshop, you will learn

How to write strong hooks that make people stop and read.

The 3-step caption formula for engagement and conversions.

How to Use ChatGPT for Captions—learn prompt strategies to generate creative, on-brand captions in seconds.

Bonus: Walk away with 30 Caption & Hook Template
By the end of this session, you’ll have the tools and AI shortcuts to write captions that connect, engage, and turn followers into customers
Presented by: Orzala Quddusi
Orzala is the owner of Make it Happen Services, an award-winning social media ?agency that specializes in social media coaching, training & paid advertising. ?With over a decade of hands-on experience in running her own social media ?agency and coaching on social media, Orzala also brings six years of corporate-?level marketing.

Unleash Your Entrepreneurial Potential with ACCESS Community Capital Fund
2025-07-10 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Toronto)
ACCESS Community Capital Fund is a NFP Organization that provides micro-loan funding/training for entrepreneurs struggling with their credit

ABOUT ACCESS COMMUNITY CAPITAL FUND
Since their founding in 1999, ACCESS Community Capital Fund (ACCESS CCF) has been dedicated to fostering inclusive economic growth and supporting underserved entrepreneurs. For more than two decades, they have empowered thousands of entrepreneurs by providing essential financial resources, mentorship, and training.
ACCESS’ evolving commitment continues to break down barriers and create opportunities for entrepreneurs in underserved communities across Canada. ACCESS CCF remains committed their our mission to build a resilient and inclusive small business ecosystem that drives economic prosperity for all.

ABOUT THE SESSION
ACCESS Business Lab offers a structured business skills-building program for early-stage entrepreneurs, providing customized workshops covering a range of business topics from ideation to launch. Participants will receive group- and one-on-one coaching and mentorship from experienced professionals to help them develop and execute their business plans.

2 Powerful Programs to Unleash Your Entrepreneurial Potential
ACCESS Business Lab:
ACCESS Business Lab offers a structured business skills-building program for early-stage entrepreneurs, providing customized workshops covering a range of business topics from ideation to launch.
ACCESS Business Marketplace:
Offered exclusively to ACCESS Business Lab graduates, the ACCESS Business Marketplace provides real-world sales and networking opportunities, giving participants access to local markets in high-traffic areas, networking and relationships, and e-commerce platform support.
Entrepreneurs gain access to regular in-person and online sales events, real-time sales coaching, and partnerships with community hubs to enhance their market visibility and drive sustained business growth.
Participants will receive group- and one-on-one coaching and mentorship from experienced professionals to help them develop and execute their business plans.
ACCESS Home: Business Lab & Marketplace | ACCESS Community Capital Fund

ABOUT THE SPEAKER
Ruqia Karimi | Program Coordinator for the Women’s Business Accelerator at ACCESS
Ruqia joined the ACCESS team in March 2018. Over the years, she has taken on various roles within the organization. For the past couple of years, Ruqia has coordinated the Women’s Business Accelerator program, a business training initiative designed to support newcomer women in starting their entrepreneurial journey. She thoroughly enjoyed working with these aspiring entrepreneurs. While that program focused specifically on women, ACCESS also offers business training and coaching programs that are inclusive of everyone.
About ACCESS | ACCESS Community Capital Fund

ChatGPT for Small Business
2025-07-10 14:00 - 15:30 (America/Toronto)
Unlock the Power of AI in Your Day-to-Day Operations

Unlock the Power of AI in Your Day-to-Day Operations
This seminar is perfect for beginners and casual users who want to start using ChatGPT more effectively in their business. Learn how this powerful tool can help you work smarter, save time, and enhance your marketing and planning workflows.
You’ll Discover How To:

Save hours on content and planning tasks
Use AI as your strategic sidekick, not just a gimmick
Simplify complex business tasks with smart prompts

Business Planning Launchpad Series (2 of 4): Sales and Marketing
2025-07-10 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York)
Get ready to boost your sales and marketing skills at our second installment of the Business Planning Launchpad Series!

(WEBINAR) Grow Your Business Online
2025-07-11 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Toronto)
Join this 60 minute webinar to learn about key tools to better build your online presence for your business.

** ZOOM LOGIN INFO WILL BE E-MAILED**

Growing Your Business Online webinar will provide actionable strategies and insights on how to effectively expand and scale your business in the digital world.

The session will cover essential topics such as building a strong online presence, leveraging digital marketing channels (social media, email marketing, etc.), and optimizing e-commerce platforms.

Attendees will learn how to reach and engage their target audience, drive traffic to their websites, and convert leads into loyal customers. This webinar will also explore tools and techniques for tracking performance and adapting strategies for continuous growth. By the end, participants will have the knowledge to confidently grow their businesses online and maximize digital opportunities.

Entrepreneurs Connect: Become a Business Networking Master
2025-07-14 18:30 - 21:00 (America/Toronto) | Brampton Entrepreneur Centre, 41 George Street South, Brampton, ON, L6Y 2E1, Canada
Master networking with confidence! Join this hands-on workshop to build your brand, make real connections, and grow your network strategical

Entrepreneurs Connect Summer Series, Proudly Sponsored by Meridian Credit Union

Becoming a Business Networking Master
Do you ever go to networking events and ask yourself why am I here? Is networking with strangers something that scares you? Are you in the market to build a brand that people can learn to love and respect?
Well, you’re coming to the right place!
Join the Brampton Entrepreneur Centre, and our sponsors Meridian Credit Union as we educate you to master the art of networking. During this workshop you will receive hands on guidance on tips and tricks to apply during networking sessions and become more strategic in building connections. This will be a very hands-on workshop allowing you to meet new connections and build lasting relationships, the right way.

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.

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Note: If you require an accommodation, please notify us by email at least 1 week before the event date at bec@brampton.ca
To cancel the accommodation, we require 5 business days’ notice before the event date.

Smart Start: Use AI to Find Your Market, Shape Your Offer, Build Your Brand
2025-07-15 14:00 - 15:30 (America/Toronto) | St. Catharines City Hall, 50 Church Street, St. Catharines, ON, L2R 7C2, Canada
This hands-on workshop is designed for entrepreneurs and small business owners who want to start using AI in simple, effective ways.

Discover how the future of business is being shaped by those who know how to leverage AI, and that the best time to start is now. This hands-on workshop is designed for entrepreneurs and small business owners who want to cut through the hype and start using AI in simple, effective ways. This hands-on workshop is designed to help entrepreneurs like you build a strong foundation using the power of AI.
You’ll learn how to:
1. Find the right market and understand what your ideal customer truly wants,
2. Develop a product or service that meets real demand,
3. Create a basic social media presence to start building visibility and traction, and
4. Train ChatGPT to write like you—so you can produce content faster, with your voice and vision leading the way.
No tech skills required—just bring your laptop and your vision. You’ll leave with practical tools, new insights, and a smarter, faster way to launch and grow your business with confidence.

Navio Spark: Legal Basics for Starting & Growing Companies (Virtual)
2025-07-16 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Toronto)
Navigate the legal landscape and empower your business idea.

Note: This event page is for the virtual option of our hybrid model. Click here to go to the in-person event page.
About this workshop:
Are you a business owner or part of a leadership team at a startup or scale-up, looking to navigate your legal journey with greater clarity—without the high costs?
Join us for a complimentary hybrid workshop designed specifically for early-stage businesses seeking practical, affordable legal solutions. This session is built around the Navio Spark Start-up Kit—a curated set of eight essential legal document templates tailored to empower companies at the critical early stages of growth.
Led by the legal experts from Navio Law, the workshop will walk you through each of the documents in the Spark Kit, helping you understand what matters most and how to use them effectively.
What you’ll get from the session:

24 minutes of focused instruction – We’ll unpack each template in the Navio Spark Start-up Kit, highlighting the most important clauses, explaining common pitfalls, and showing how each document supports your business journey.
36 minutes of live, interactive Q&A – Bring your questions. Whether they relate to the templates or broader legal concerns, our experts will provide real-time, practical guidance tailored to your needs.
Significant cost-savings on high-quality, ready-to-use templates

Why attend?Because every business owner deserves access to robust legal foundations—without the complexity or the cost.
To acquire the Navio Spark Start-up Kit ahead of the workshop, or to learn ihow to access Navio Law’s special pricing for monthly legal support subscriptions, please contact us at hello@naviolaw.com.

*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.
