Events

Brampton’s Starter Company Plus – Information Session (Online – Over Zoom)

Join the VBEC team for a group session exploring who you are as a business.

Your essential roadmap to exporting e-commerce products efficiently and compliantly. Note: This event page is for the virtual option of our hybrid model. About this workshop: Join us for a comprehensive workshop designed to guide you through the essential elements of exporting goods overseas. Whether you’re new to international trade or looking to refine your […]

Your essential roadmap to exporting e-commerce products efficiently and compliantly. Note: This event page is for the in-person option of our hybrid model. About this workshop: Join us for a comprehensive workshop designed to guide you through the essential elements of exporting goods overseas. Whether you’re new to international trade or looking to refine your […]

Join the VBEC team for a group session on business plan writing tips.

Wondering where to start with your small business? Join the St. Catharines Enterprise Centre for an introductory overview. Wondering how to start with your small business in St. Catharines? Join the St. Catharines Enterprise Centre for an introduction to the rules and regulations surrounding your small business start-up. Topics include forms of business, licensing, business […]

A practical workshop for small business owners who know they need a stronger brand but aren't sure where to start, or why it even matters. You started your business because you’re good at what you do. But if your customers can’t tell that from the outside (from your business name, look and message), you’re leaving […]

What exactly is a social enterprise? How do you start one? And where can you go for help? About the workshop: Are you curious about how business can be used as a force for good? Join us for an in-depth webinar that explores the world of social enterprise – a unique and growing business model […]

Purpose-built strategies for small businesses navigating today's fast-paced online market. About the workshop: You’ve validated your idea and taken the first steps toward launching your online store – now it’s time to grow! In this follow-up to our ‘Intro to E-Commerce: From Idea to First Sale in Ten Steps’ session, we’ll dive deeper into what […]

Learn how to understand costing, price, sales forecasting and basic financial statements for your small business! Gain a better understanding of your business costing, pricing, sales forecasting, and basic financial statements! This July, August, and September, we invite you to attend one of our virtual Business Financials 101 sessions. Hosted by the Business Centre Guelph-Wellington, […]

This session will help you create a marketing plan that targets your ideal customer and help you identify the marketing tactics. Marketing and Sales: Marketing drives sales. Let’s build your strategy. Without a clear marketing and sales strategy, your business risks wasting time, money—and missing out on customers. In BACD’s Marketing & Sales Session, you’ll […]

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 […]

Join the VBEC team for a group session on all you need to know about regulations, business licenses, and steps to registering your business

Join us and connect with real people, share ideas & spark new opportunities in a fast, high-energy setting. This 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 Bring […]

Learn to create, refine, and present a business plan that boosts your chances of success and helps grow your business. A solid business plan doesn’t necessarily guarantee success—but it definitely helps put the odds in your favour. By attending this session, you’ll learn how to write a plan that will become a critical tool to […]

Join us for an amazing youth focused market! Shop small businesses, network & enjoy content from amazing guest speakers! The BEC Youth Summer Market is bringing together Brampton entrepreneurs under 30 to showcase their products and services in collaboration with the Brampton Farmers’ Market and the Summer Company grant program. ?? Want to be a […]

A practical workshop for small business owners so you can create content faster, with less guesswork, and more confidence. You 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 […]

Think AI is only for big corporations? Think again. Wondering how AI can help you do more with less in your small business? We 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 […]

Come support our Summer Company students as they showcase their businesses and share what they’ve accomplished this summer! Join Community Futures Peterborough’s Business Advisory Centre for the 2026 Summer Company End of Summer Tradeshow! Come support our Summer Company students as they showcase the businesses they built and operated throughout the summer. Meet the young […]

Help your startup earn trust, gain loyal customers, and grow through meaningful connections. Community 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. Join BEC for a practical workshop where you’ll learn a step-by-step approach to building […]

Learn how to make awesome websites with a little help from AI, no coding stress included! Join 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. No prior […]