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SUMMARY:Shoot • Edit • Post: Create Better Videos With Your Phone
DESCRIPTION:A practical workshop for small business owners so you can create content faster\, with less guesswork\, and more confidence.\n\n\nYou don’t need fancy gear—or a film background—to create videos that look professional and feel on-brand. In this hands-on\, beginner-friendly workshop\, you’ll learn a simple\, repeatable process for planning\, shooting\, and editing videos using only your smartphone. We’ll cover the small things that make a big difference—framing\, light\, audio\, and pacing—so you can create content faster\, with less guesswork\, and more confidence. \nKey Outcomes: \n\nA simple “plan before you shoot” checklist to save time and avoid reshoots\nThe core camera settings and shooting habits that instantly improve quality\nA step-by-step editing workflow for turning clips into a finished video\nA repeatable structure for short videos\nTips for sound\, captions\, and pacing so videos feel clear and professional\nA practical publishing routine (formats\, lengths\, and where each video fits)\n\nAbout the Presenter: \nNorm Reynolds 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.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/shoot-edit-post-create-better-videos-with-your-phone/
LOCATION:Durham Region HQ Oshawa Room\, 605 Rossland road East\, Whitby\, ON\, L1N6A3\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Corporate Tax Class: CRA Small Business Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Facilitated by an experienced Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) Liaison Officer\, this seminar provides entrepreneurs and small business owners with an opportunity to engage directly with the CRA and gain practical guidance on key tax and record-keeping requirements. Topics include common tax mistakes and how to avoid them\, effective bookkeeping and record-keeping practices\, strategies for using benchmarking to support business growth\, and an overview of the CRA’s online services and resources available to businesses.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/corporate-tax-class-cra-small-business-seminar/
LOCATION:1151\, 1151 Bronte Road\, Oakville\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SBCO,Seminars / Workshops
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UID:21431-1787738400-1787745600@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:AI for Rural Small Business
DESCRIPTION:Think AI is only for big corporations? Think again.\n\n\nWondering how AI can help you do more with less in your small business? \nWe get it — money and time are precious when you’re running the show. Our Kawartha Lakes Small Business Centre is teaming up with local small business\, Netmechanics\, to learn more about how to use AI in a rural area that values authenticity. \nWhat we’ll cover: \n\nReal examples with industries like trades and teams of less than 5\nImproving customer communications\, job leads\, marketing strategies\nSetting your day up for success\nTerms\, tools\, and costs to expect – including free options\nHow to keep you and your customers safe when using AI\n\nThis one is for anyone with an existing business or looking to start one. \nSee you there!
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/ai-for-rural-small-business/
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UID:21434-1787740200-1787743800@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Summer Company Tradeshow
DESCRIPTION:Come support our Summer Company students as they showcase their businesses and share what they’ve accomplished this summer!\n\n\nJoin Community Futures Peterborough’s Business Advisory Centre for the 2026 Summer Company End of Summer Tradeshow! \nCome support our Summer Company students as they showcase the businesses they built and operated throughout the summer. Meet the young entrepreneurs\, learn about their products and services\, hear about their experiences\, and see firsthand what they have accomplished through the Summer Company program. \nThroughout the summer\, students received grant funding\, training\, mentorship\, and one-on-one business support while gaining hands-on experience as business owners. \nThis event is open to the public and is a great opportunity to celebrate local youth entrepreneurship and support the next generation of business owners in the region.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/summer-company-tradeshow/
LOCATION:Community Futures Peterborough\, 270 George Street North\, #Suite 103\, Peterborough\, ON\, K9J 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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UID:21436-1787749200-1787754600@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Validating Your Business Concept:Cash Flow Meets Startup Canvas (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:For entrepreneurs at the idea stage of starting their business\n\n\nNote: This event page is for the in-person option of our hybrid model.\n \nDo you have a great idea\, but aren’t sure if it could become a great business? \nThis interactive 75-minute session is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs who are ready to explore whether their idea has the potential to become a successful venture. Whether you’re at the very beginning of your entrepreneurial journey or re-evaluating an existing concept\, this webinar will help you take a critical first step. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n\nAssessing Your Business Idea: Learn how to evaluate your idea through key questions that entrepreneurs should ask before launching. We’ll discuss factors such as customer needs\, value proposition\, market fit\, and feasibility.\nIntroduction to the Lean Startup Canvas: You’ll be introduced to the Lean Startup Canvas – a powerful\, one-page tool designed to help you visually map out the key components of your business model. We’ll guide you through each section\, helping you start validating your idea right away.\nUnderstanding Basic Cash Flow: Finances are critical\, especially in the early stages of a business. We’ll walk you through a simple cash flow projection tool to help you understand your potential income\, expenses\, and financial runway. cash flow template will be provided to all attendees for ongoing use.\n\nWho Should Attend: \n\nIndividuals with a new business idea they’d like to explore\nEarly-stage entrepreneurs seeking validation tools\nAnyone considering self-employment or launching a small business\n\nWhat You’ll Leave With: \n\nA solid understanding of what makes an idea viable\nA draft version of your Lean Startup Canvas\nA cash flow worksheet tailored to small businesses\nGreater confidence in deciding whether to move forward\n\nNote: All attendees will be receiving a copy of the lean startup canvas & cash flow worksheet (with formulas pre-saved) live through chat during the session. \n \nAbout the speaker: \nPaula 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.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/validating-your-business-conceptcash-flow-meets-startup-canvas-in-person-3/
LOCATION:Invest Ottawa\, 7 Bayview Station Road\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1Y 2C5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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CREATED:20260821T033400Z
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UID:21438-1787749200-1787754600@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Validating Your Business Concept :Cash Flow Meets Startup Canvas (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:For entrepreneurs at the idea stage of starting their business\n\n\nNote: This event page is for the virtual option of our hybrid model.\n\nAbout this workshop: \nDo you have a great idea\, but aren’t sure if it could become a great business? \nThis interactive 75-minute session is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs who are ready to explore whether their idea has the potential to become a successful venture. Whether you’re at the very beginning of your entrepreneurial journey or re-evaluating an existing concept\, this webinar will help you take a critical first step. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n\nAssessing Your Business Idea: Learn how to evaluate your idea through key questions that entrepreneurs should ask before launching. We’ll discuss factors such as customer needs\, value proposition\, market fit\, and feasibility.\nIntroduction to the Lean Startup Canvas: You’ll be introduced to the Lean Startup Canvas – a powerful\, one-page tool designed to help you visually map out the key components of your business model. We’ll guide you through each section\, helping you start validating your idea right away.\nUnderstanding Basic Cash Flow: Finances are critical\, especially in the early stages of a business. We’ll walk you through a simple cash flow projection tool to help you understand your potential income\, expenses\, and financial runway. cash flow template will be provided to all attendees for ongoing use.\n\nWho Should Attend: \n\nIndividuals with a new business idea they’d like to explore\nEarly-stage entrepreneurs seeking validation tools\nAnyone considering self-employment or launching a small business\n\nWhat You’ll Leave With: \n\nA solid understanding of what makes an idea viable\nA draft version of your Lean Startup Canvas\nA cash flow worksheet tailored to small businesses\nGreater confidence in deciding whether to move forward\n\nNote: All attendees will be receiving a copy of the lean startup canvas & cash flow worksheet (with formulas pre-saved) live through chat during the session. \n \nAbout the speaker: \nPaula 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. \n \n*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.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/validating-your-business-concept-cash-flow-meets-startup-canvas-virtual-13/
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UID:21440-1787767200-1787774400@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:2026 Brampton’s Starter Company Plus ($5\,000 Grant – Information Session)
DESCRIPTION:Brampton’s Starter Company Plus  – Information Session  (Online – Over Zoom)
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/2026-bramptons-starter-company-plus-5000-grant-information-session-3/
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CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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UID:20931-1787824800-1787828400@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Foodpreneur Advantage - How to Sell Your Food Product
DESCRIPTION:This session is for you if you want to learn how to sell your food product at markets\, online\, or to retailers. \nIn this free 60-minute online seminar learn about: \n\nHow to set your pricing for success\nPositioning your product on the market\nBuilding an audience of raving fans\nThe key things you can do to secure the sale\n\nYou have worked hard to develop a great product but you’re struggling to make sales. What gives? \nSuccessfully selling your product involves more than just having great tasting food. Pricing\, marketing\, and how you position your product all play a key role in ensuring that people will buy it. \nIn this session\, we will be joined by Nicole Haney\, former Founder & CEO of Boho Bars\, a national energy bar company. Nicole will guide us through the key factors to consider in successfully selling your product\, whether you’re selling at markets\, online\, or to retailers. \nYou will leave with a better understanding of how to successfully sell your product in the food and beverage industry! \nNext Session: Thursday\, August 27th\, 2026 at 10:00 am (This session is offered 4 times per year.)\nDuration: 1 hour\nRegister: https://creatorapp.zohopublic.com/dproudfoot1/registration-form/form-perma/Registration_Form/yqHtnaFANbM8kGfDjkYPHBm3xBaQYwk22Fkxaty1fMBmR7OKagSvN8e9tK7wpByrQPnZ0MR6w5XxB6JMmjJ4fVn4SAzNtb7vjSd5?Seminar_Id=4206752000151147051
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/foodpreneur-advantage-how-to-sell-your-food-product-7/
LOCATION:online
CATEGORIES:SBEC
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UID:21441-1787835600-1787844600@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Community Building for Startups
DESCRIPTION:Help your startup earn trust\, gain loyal customers\, and grow through meaningful connections.\n\n\nCommunity building is one of the most valuable skills a startup can develop. Beyond acquiring customers\, a strong community creates lasting relationships\, builds trust\, and supports long-term growth. \nJoin BEC for a practical workshop where you’ll learn a step-by-step approach to building a community from scratch within the Brampton startup ecosystem. Leave with actionable strategies to engage your audience and create meaningful connections that help your business thrive.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/community-building-for-startups/
LOCATION:41 George St S – West Tower Training Room WT-2A\, 41 George Street South\, Brampton\, ON\, L6Y 2E1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260828T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260828T150000
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UID:21443-1787923800-1787929200@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Building Websites Using AI
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to make awesome websites with a little help from AI\, no coding stress included!\n\n\nJoin us on  for an in-person workshop designed to help participants develop a foundational understanding of building websites using AI tools. This event will cover essential topics including prompt engineering\, natural language processing\, referencing\, and deploying websites. \nNo prior technical skills are required\, making this workshop accessible to anyone interested in leveraging AI to create websites effectively.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/building-websites-using-ai/
LOCATION:41 George St S – West Tower Training Room WT-2A\, 41 George Street South\, Brampton\, ON\, L6Y 2E1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SBCO,SBCOEvents
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