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SUMMARY:Shoot Smarter: Better Photos and Video Without New Gear
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is for small business owners and teams who want better-looking visuals without spending more money or getting overwhelmed.\n\n\nIf your photos and videos feel “meh\,” it’s usually not your phone—it’s a few fixable fundamentals. This workshop is designed for small business owners and teams who want better-looking visuals without spending more money or getting overwhelmed. You’ll learn easy techniques for lighting\, composition\, and consistency—so your content looks cleaner\, more intentional\, and more aligned with your brand.Key Outcomes: \n\nSimple lighting rules that make anything look better (indoors and outdoors)\nEasy composition techniques for cleaner\, more professional shots\nQuick ways to avoid the most common “phone content” mistakes\nA mini shot list for products\, services\, and “behind the scenes” content\nTips for filming people confidently (angles\, background\, and comfort)\nA repeatable approach to keeping your visuals consistent across posts\n\n  \nPresenter: Norm Reynolds \nNorm is the co-founder of North Brothers Films\, creating video and photography for clients ranging from local businesses to national and international brands. He specializes in planning and production\, turning ideas into clear shoot plans and executing efficiently so teams get great results without overwhelm. Norm is especially passionate about helping the small business community where he can. He focuses on simple planning\, confident on-camera execution\, and keeping the process straightforward – especially for people new to content creation. \n  \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/shoot-smarter-better-photos-and-video-without-new-gear/
LOCATION:Durham Region HQ Oshawa Room\, 605 Rossland road East\, Whitby\, ON\, L1N6A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261119T120000
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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:20261119T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261119T123000
DTSTAMP:20261021T225039Z
CREATED:20261020T223537Z
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SUMMARY:Growing Your Business with Confidence: Legal Essentials for Small Business
DESCRIPTION:Running a business means making countless decisions every day but overlooking legal issues can lead to costly problems down the road.\n\n\nJoin Tinju Thomas\, Corporate and Commercial Lawyer\, for a practical and engaging session designed specifically for small business owners and entrepreneurs. \nThis presentation will cover the legal essentials every business owner should understand\, including choosing the right business structure\, the importance of well-drafted contracts\, hiring employees and contractors\, protecting your brand and intellectual property\, and preparing your business for future growth or sale. \nUsing real-world examples and practical insights\, this session focuses on helping business owners identify common legal risks before they become expensive disputes. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow your business\, you’ll leave with practical tips and a simple legal checklist you can apply immediately. \nKey takeaways include: \n· Choosing the right legal structure for your business \n· Avoiding common contract mistakes \n· Hiring employees and independent contractors the right way \n· Protecting your business\, brand\, and confidential information \n· Building a legally strong business that’s ready for growth \nWhether you’re launching a new venture or managing an established business\, this session will provide valuable legal guidance to help you grow your business with confidence \n  \nPresenter: Tinju Thomas \nTinju is a Corporate Commercial Lawyer based in the Durham Region\, advising businesses across Canada. She is the founder and Principal Lawyer of TT Law Professional Corporation\, where she guides clients through corporate governance\, contracts\, mergers and acquisitions\, incorporations\, and the day-to-day legal affairs of businesses\, as well as the establishment of not-for-profit organizations. \nKnown for her practical guidance and approachable style\, Tinju helps clients feel confident navigating complex legal issues\, making the legal process understandable and manageable. She is also actively involved in her community\, volunteering with local organizations and mentoring professionals\, reflecting her belief in giving back as much as providing legal support. \n  \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/growing-your-business-with-confidence-legal-essentials-for-small-business/
LOCATION:Durham Region HQ Oshawa Room\, 605 Rossland road East\, Whitby\, ON\, L1N6A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261119T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261119T130000
DTSTAMP:20261021T225039Z
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UID:22648-1795089600-1795093200@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Entrepreneurship 101: Digital Impact (Holiday Edition)
DESCRIPTION:Understand effective digital marketing strategies to support your small business during the holiday season.\n\n\nGet your small business ready for the holiday season with digital marketing strategies designed to help you plan ahead\, reach your customers\, and make the most of the busiest time of year. \nYou’ll explore how different digital marketing channels can work together\, including email marketing and social media\, while learning how to create engaging content\, plan seasonal promotions\, and build a marketing calendar you can actually use. \nOutcomes \n\nUnderstand how to create compelling digital marketing content for your business.\nLearn how to use different digital marketing channels strategically\, including email and social media.\nBuild a practical holiday marketing strategy and marketing calendar to guide your seasonal promotions.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/entrepreneurship-101-digital-impact-holiday-edition/
LOCATION:VentureNorth\, Lower Level Board Room\, 270 George Street North\, Peterborough\, ON\, K9J 3H1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261119T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261119T130000
DTSTAMP:20261021T225039Z
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SUMMARY:How to make my first Hire!
DESCRIPTION:Are you a solopreneur looking to make your first hire? Attend this session and learn steps to make your first hire a successful one!\n\n\nReady to stop doing everything yourself and start building a business that grows without you? This session is designed for first-time founders\, solo entrepreneurs\, and small business owners who are ready to transition from a one-person show to a sustainable\, thriving team. \nIn this session\, you will learn how to: \n\nAnchor your brand: Define your vision\, mission\, and values so you can confidently attract the right people to represent your business.\nMap your hiring needs: Identify exactly who you need to hire first to make the biggest impact.\nCalculate the real costs: Break down the true financial investment of bringing a new member onto your team.\nNavigate employment types: Master the critical differences between hiring employees versus independent contractors.\nMaster recruitment basics: Get a clear\, step-by-step roadmap to start your hiring journey with confidence.\n\nAs a founder\, you can do anything—but you can’t do everything! Join us on Thursday November 19th at 12pm to transition from “chief of everything” to a true CEO. \nThis sessions is proudly hosted by the Business Centre Guelph Wellington but presented by Miki Ackermann – Founder and Principal Consultant for Culture and Talent Works.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/how-to-make-my-first-hire/
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261119T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261119T133000
DTSTAMP:20261021T225039Z
CREATED:20261020T223550Z
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UID:22647-1795089600-1795095000@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Carbon Strategies for Manufacturers
DESCRIPTION:Learn practical tools to lower emissions\, meet market demands\, and strengthen business performance.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/carbon-strategies-for-manufacturers-2/
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261119T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261119T133000
DTSTAMP:20261021T225039Z
CREATED:20261020T223550Z
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UID:22646-1795089600-1795095000@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Speed Networking
DESCRIPTION:Join us and connect with real people\, share ideas & spark new opportunities in a fast\, high-energy setting.\n\n\nThis will be an engaging and high-energy event designed to spark meaningful connections in minutes. Meet like-minded professionals\, share ideas\, and grow your network through authentic\, purpose-driven conversations. With quick rounds\, great vibes\, and big opportunities \nBring your pitch\, your passion\, and your hustle. Let’s build something great together!
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/speed-networking-5/
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/New_York:20261119T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T143000
DTSTAMP:20261021T225039Z
CREATED:20261020T223559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T225039Z
UID:22652-1795093200-1795098600@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Business Planning Launchpad Series (3 of 4)
DESCRIPTION:Operations\, Time and Risk Management
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/business-planning-launchpad-series-3-of-4-9/
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261119T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261119T143000
DTSTAMP:20261021T225039Z
CREATED:20261020T223559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T225039Z
UID:22653-1795095000-1795098600@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:From Idea to Internal Tool: Building Simple AI Tools for Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Attendees will learn what vibe coding actually is\, when it makes sense to build vs buy software.\n\n\nIn this beginner-friendly session\, we’ll show how anyone can use AI and plain English prompts to build simple internal tools that solve real business problems. \nThis approach\, often called vibe coding\, allows non-developers to turn everyday frustrations into practical solutions in hours\, not months. \nMik will show how his businss has used 30+ working internal tools for his accounting firm this way. No coding\, no dev team\, no technical background required. \nAttendees will learn what vibe coding actually is\, when it makes sense to build vs buy software\, and how small AI powered tools can support consistency\, speed\, and clarity in a business. \nThe session ends with a live\, end to end demo where Mike will build a simple app in real time\, showing the exact prompts\, decisions\, and guardrails involved. \nAbout the Presenter: Mike Libbey \nMike is the CEO of YBL\, a modern Canadian accounting and Virtual CFO firm recognized for its innovative use of AI and automation. He is passionate about helping businesses use technology to work smarter\, make better decisions\, and scale more efficiently. Through his work at YBL and his AI-First Firm initiative\, Mike shares real-world insights on AI adoption\, automation\, business systems\, and leveraging technology to drive productivity\, profitability\, and growth \n\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/from-idea-to-internal-tool-building-simple-ai-tools-for-your-business/
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261119T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261119T160000
DTSTAMP:20261021T225039Z
CREATED:20261020T223601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T225039Z
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SUMMARY:Hiring and Terminating Employees: Legal Essentials for Employers
DESCRIPTION:Hiring and firing employees isn’t just about making the right business decisions—it’s about doing it legally and protecting your company.\n\n\nHiring and firing employees isn’t just about making the right business decisions—it’s about doing it legally and protecting your company. Join employment lawyer Steven King from King Law for a practical session designed for small business owners and employers. \nIn this free workshop\, you’ll learn: \n\nHow to avoid costly mistakes when hiring contractors and employees\nWorker misclassification risks and what they mean for your business\nHow to draft strong employment and contractor agreements\nTermination best practices and legal requirements every employer must know\n\nWho should attend? Small business owners\, managers\, and anyone responsible for hiring or managing staff. \nPlus: Bring your questions! Steven will host a live Q&A to address your specific concerns. \nAbout the Presenter: Steven King\nSteven King is an experienced Oshawa-based lawyer\, well known for his instinctive litigation skills and holistic advice. Involved with various boards in his community\, Steven honed his employment law expertise at a respected regional firm in Hamilton before moving to Oshawa\, where he served as a federal prosecutor and expanded his employment law practice. \nSteven routinely represents professionals\, executives\, directors\, and long-serving employees\, regardless of the case size. With dogged resilience and loyalty\, he ensures every client is fully represented\, including in workplace defense matters with potential criminal implications. He also guides local small businesses on workforce management and employment law during mergers or acquisitions. \nPraised for his personable nature\, emotional intelligence\, and negotiation acumen\, Steven breaks down complex legal principles into clear advice. Whether supporting long-serving employees or offering practical employer solutions\, Steven ensures every client is informed and prepared for any challenge. \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/hiring-and-terminating-employees-legal-essentials-for-employers/
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261119T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261119T193000
DTSTAMP:20261021T225039Z
CREATED:20261020T223602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T225039Z
UID:22658-1795111200-1795116600@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:One Person\, One System\, Real Revenue: AI for the Solo Business Owner
DESCRIPTION:This is for business owners who are ready to stop doing everything manually and start building the kind of infrastructure that makes revenue\n\n\nThis session is for business owners who are ready to stop doing everything manually and start building the kind of infrastructure that makes revenue predictable. \nMeeting prep: Research your prospect and build a call agenda before you get on the call\, not the night before at 11pm \nObjection handling: Know what pushback is likely before the conversation starts and have a clear response ready \nCompetitive awareness: Understand how you compare to the alternatives your prospect is probably already considering. \nA straightforward discussion without the jargon or hype. \nWho should attend? Small business owners\, managers\, and anyone wanting to streamline their revenue. \n  \nAbout the Presenter: Clevette Coombs \nClevette Coombs is a Sales and AI Strategist with 20 years of Fortune 500 sales experience and three years building AI-powered revenue systems for small business owners. She has generated $7M in sales at 700% of quota and was named one of Canada’s Top 20 Sales Influencers in 2025 and 2026. Creator of the CALM Framework and Founder of Clevette Coombs Consulting\, she works with entrepreneurs and small to mid-sized businesses to close more deals with less friction. Her approach is practical\, direct\, and free of jargon. \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/one-person-one-system-real-revenue-ai-for-the-solo-business-owner/
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261119T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261119T200000
DTSTAMP:20261021T225039Z
CREATED:20261020T223602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T225039Z
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SUMMARY:Women Founders Night
DESCRIPTION:Meet and share your experiences with other women founders!\n\n\nJoin us for an empowering evening celebrating the innovation\, resilience\, and leadership of women entrepreneurs!\n \nThis 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. \nWe look forward to seeing you there!? \n\n\nThis event invites those who identify as a Women\n \n\n\nABOUT THE SPEAKER\n \n\n\n\nAshley Pakulski \nFounder of The Mompreneur Coach\, a 3-X Best Selling Author\, Speaker\, and Mom\n \nAshley works with mompreneurs who are building success but often feel internally pulled in different directions as they navigate both life and business. \nThrough her own journey\, Ashley discovered that lasting transformation wasn’t about doing more. It was about understanding what was happening beneath the actions: identity\, internal patterns\, emotional responses\, and how we show up in everyday life. \nToday\, she supports mompreneurs in becoming more aware of these patterns so they can break old cycles\, reconnect with who they are becoming\, and show up with greater intention\, presence\, and alignment. \nHer work is about creating a life and business that feels grounded\, intentional\, and aligned with who you truly are.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/women-founders-night-5/
LOCATION:Brampton Entrepreneur Centre\, 41 George Street South\, Brampton\, ON\, L6Y 2E1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261120T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261120T103000
DTSTAMP:20261021T225052Z
CREATED:20261021T225052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T225052Z
UID:22698-1795167000-1795170600@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Strengthen Your Brand Through Collaborations
DESCRIPTION:Partnerships can do more than boost visibility\, they build can real brand equity.\n\n\nPartnerships can do more than boost visibility\, they build can real brand equity. This session covers how to evaluate collaborators\, structure partnerships that actually work\, and confidently hire influencers and content creators. You’ll walk away knowing how to approach collaborations strategically instead of opportunistically. \n  \nAbout the Presenter: Brent Colmer\nAs a seasoned marketing professional with extensive experience\, Brent specializes in social and influencer marketing and excels at developing digital strategies that surpass their goals. He offers consulting\, coaching\, and marketing services through his company\, creator services. Utilizing a blend of owned (website\, email\, social media)\, earned (digital PR\, content marketing\, influencer)\, and paid (programmatic display\, video\, native advertising\, search) media\, he leverages insights and analytical data to showcase the impact of a well crafted marketing strategy. Through his experience as an Account Director\, Brent has consistently cultivated and maintained meaningful client relationships\, earning a reputation for exceeding expectations and delivering impressive results. His background also includes significant experience in the music industry\, specifically in festival and event management\, as well as in e-commerce where he served as a brand manager for a large\, pop culture\, themed subscription box service. Brent’s journey as a content creator began in his preteen years\, evolving into a successful career as a blogger and social media influencer. Through his brand\, “boywhoblogs”\, he has collaborated with companies such as Marriott\, Flair Airlines\, Sport Chek\, Home Hardware\, Toronto Pearson Airport\, Specsavers\, Foodland Ontario\, and several small businesses and tourism organizations. \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/strengthen-your-brand-through-collaborations/
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261120T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261120T120000
DTSTAMP:20261021T225053Z
CREATED:20261021T225053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T225053Z
UID:22700-1795172400-1795176000@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:How to Monetize What You’re Posting
DESCRIPTION:This session is for entrepreneurs who are already creating content but haven't figured out how to turn that visibility into actual revenue.\n\n\nThis session is for entrepreneurs who are already creating content but haven’t figured out how to turn that visibility into actual revenue. \nWe walk through how to align content with offers\, create natural pathways from content to sales\, and nurture an audience toward purchasing without it feeling pushy or salesy. \nEach attendee leaves knowing how their content connects to their sales ecosystem\, with simple ways to guide their audience from content to offers and practical ideas they can put into action right away. \n  \nAbout the Presenter: Natania Mason is a multi-passionate entrepreneur\, content creator\, public speaker\, and digital marketing strategist best known for helping women scale profitable online businesses without sacrificing their health\, families\, or long-term wellbeing. She is the founder of Natania Creates and Studio By M Agency\, a creative hub and digital marketing agency for business owners who want to grow their income\, and freedom while building sustainable businesses with digital marketing support. \nShe has helped thousands of go-getter entrepreneurs on a global scale\, double their monthly income through her marketing strategies and programs\, helped them quit their job\, and finally run the business of their dreams without the guesswork\, fear or overwhelm that often accompanies entrepreneurship. \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/how-to-monetize-what-youre-posting/
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261120T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261120T140000
DTSTAMP:20261021T225054Z
CREATED:20261021T225054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T225054Z
UID:22703-1795176000-1795183200@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:We Mean Business – Networking Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Wrap up Do It In Durham Entrepreneurship Week by having lunch together at Baxter's Landing in Oshawa\n\n\nLooking to connect with fellow business owners in Durham Region? Join us for a laid-back networking lunch at Baxter’s Landing in Oshawa. \nThis isn’t your typical networking event. “We Mean Business” is all about good food\, great conversations\, and meeting people who get what it’s like to run a business. Whether you’re new to the scene or a seasoned pro\, this is your chance to share ideas\, swap stories\, and build real connections. \nHere’s the scoop: Cost: $10 to reserve your spot Food: We’ll kick things off with some appetizers—your meal is up to you! Grab your seat\, bring your business cards\, and come ready to chat. \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/we-mean-business-networking-lunch-3/
LOCATION:Baxters Landing\, 419 King Street West\, Oshawa\, ON\, L1J 2K5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261120T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261120T153000
DTSTAMP:20261021T225057Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T225057Z
UID:22705-1795185000-1795188600@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Finding Funding 101
DESCRIPTION:Ready to find the right funding opportunities for your business?\n\n\nIn this practical session\, Fundica will help you navigate the funding landscape and better understand the grants\, tax credits\, loans\, and other funding options available to your business. \nYou will learn how to identify and prioritize the most relevant programs\, what to consider when evaluating an opportunity\, and best practices for successfully accessing funding. \nYou will leave with practical tips\, answers to your funding questions\, and a personalized list of relevant funding programs for your business. \nAbout the Presenter: Lioba Reeve \nLioba leads partnerships and marketing at Fundica\, where she works with banks\, governments\, and other partners to help entrepreneurs more easily find and access the right funding opportunities for their businesses. Through her work\, she has developed a strong understanding of the funding landscape and the challenges businesses face when navigating it. Alongside the Fundica team\, she works to simplify the funding journey\, making it easier for entrepreneurs to discover\, understand\, and access relevant funding opportunities. \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/finding-funding-101/
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261124T120000
DTSTAMP:20261021T041847Z
CREATED:20260829T014848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T041847Z
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:20261021T041847Z
CREATED:20260829T014853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T041847Z
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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