Free Self-Paced Online Challenge Date: Available AnytimeLocation: OnlineCost: Free About This Challenge Before you invest time and money into your business idea, make sure there's a market for it. Market Research Made Simple is a free, self-paced online challenge from the Hamilton Business Centre…
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Looking for expert guidance to help you grow your business? Connect with our Business Growth Advisory Partners, Business Advisory Group (B.A.G.) through the Access to Professionals program. B.A.G. is a volunteer-based group of experienced business professionals, senior managers, and advisors who work closely with… |
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Location: Online. This session will cover key areas to consider and relative impacts as they relate to selling your products regionally, inter-provincially and internationally. In this free 60-minute online seminar learn about: |
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Are you looking for business legal advice? When running your own business there are many legal issues you’ll need to consider. Whether it's how to best develop your business structure, protect your brand, review contracts, or deal with human resources questions. The Access to Professionals…
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Location: Online. In this interactive workshop, you’ll learn how to combine the efficiency of AI with the human qualities that make a brand memorable. AI has made content creation faster, but it has also made it easier for every brand to look and sound… |
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Location: In-Person. Are you dreaming of launching your own business but unsure where to start? Don't miss this opportunity to gain essential insights and actionable guidance at our in-person seminar, Ten Steps to Starting a Business! Starting a small business can be exciting and…
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Location: Online. Join the Vaughan Business & Entrepreneurship Centre (VBEC) for a group session on business plan writing tips. You may have attended our business plan launchpad series and are now ready to put pen to paper. Take a deep dive into each section… |
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Free Self-Paced Online Challenge Date: Available AnytimeLocation: OnlineCost: Free About This Challenge Before you invest time and money into your business idea, make sure there's a market for it. Market Research Made Simple is a free, self-paced online challenge from the Hamilton Business Centre… |
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Location: Online. Learn export basics, market selection, compliance, and supports to help your business start selling globally. Learn the fundamentals of exporting and how to prepare your business for international growth. This webinar introduces Ontario’s First Steps in Exporting program and focuses on helping…
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Location: Online. Your customers are on the web. Having a strategy for your online presence allows you to market your small business online so customers can easily find you. In this workshop hosted by the Toronto Digital Service Squad, we’ll discuss the importance of…
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Location: Online. Join the team for a group session exploring who you are as a business. Join the Vaughan Business & Entrepreneurship Centre (VBEC) for a group session exploring who you are as a business. Faaria Wali, our Small Business Advisor, will guide you… |
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Location: Online. Unlike a business plan, a marketing plan focuses on getting and keeping customers; it's strategic and includes numbers, facts and objectives. A good marketing plan spells out all the tools and tactics you’ll use to achieve your sales goals. It identifies what… |
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Location: Online. Social media is an invaluable tool for today’s business, whether you are just starting out or have been established for years. Not understanding how to use social media effectively can leave you overwhelmed and ultimately hurt your bottom line as your potential…
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Location: Online. Overview Learn the basics as well as the important details impacting your bottom line and avoid mistakes, minimize costs/risks, and maximize revenue. About this workshop: This seminar will provide a broad outline of what you need to know to start importing goods… |
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Business taxes and record-keeping can be daunting when first starting out. Learn the ins and outs of proper book-keeping and taxation. The BRC is happy to present a Tax Seminar in partnership with Canada Revenue Agency to discuss the following topics for small business…
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Location: Online. Presented by Joel Friedman, Southbrook Business Development Group Join Joel Friedman from Southbrook Business Development Group for a no-nonsense kickoff to succession planning that cuts through the noise and shows you why this isn’t optional—it’s your business’s insurance policy. In everyday language,… |
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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…
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Location: Online. Success requires more than simply introducing your product to a new audience. It requires understanding who your ideal customers are, The Growth Workshop Series helps business owners strengthen every area of their business through eight practical workshops focused on growth, profitability, leadership,… |
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Free Self-Paced Online Challenge Date: Available AnytimeLocation: OnlineCost: Free About This Challenge Before you invest time and money into your business idea, make sure there's a market for it. Market Research Made Simple is a free, self-paced online challenge from the Hamilton Business Centre… |
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Location: In-Person. Are you dreaming of launching your own business but unsure where to start? Don't miss this opportunity to gain essential insights and actionable guidance at our in-person seminar, Ten Steps to Starting a Business! Starting a small business can be exciting and… |
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Location: Online. This session helps entrepreneurs establish a clear and sustainable online presence that actually supports business growth. This session helps entrepreneurs establish a clear and sustainable online presence that actually supports business growth. We cover how to position yourself as a real authority…
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Location: Online. Advertising in the digital space can be complicated, especially with different ad formats, multiple platforms, budgeting, and the emergence of AI. If you are not sure where to begin or are confused about what kind of ad to run, this session is…
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You have the idea. You have the ambition. But what does it take to keep going, and turn your potential into progress? Join the Hamilton Business Centre for an inspiring evening of entrepreneurship, connection and conversation at The Powerhouse in Stoney Creek. Hear from… |
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Location: Online. Core Workshop: Financial Forecasting If you want to run a successful business it’s important for you to know your numbers. In this online workshop you’ll learn how to: Learn how decisions you make about your operations and production processes affect your bottom…
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Location: Online. Presented by Vabby Makkar, Cedar Consulting Group Come spend an hour with Vabby Makkar from Cedar Consulting Group and finally get a straight answer to the question every owner asks: What’s my business really worth? In plain language and real Ontario context,…
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Location: Online. Build clarity, consistency, and systems that scale If your business relies on “everything living in your head,” growth gets harder, onboarding takes longer, and mistakes creep in. This hands‑on workshop helps you start documenting how your business actually runs, so your processes… |
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Location: Online. Cash flow challenges are one of the most common reasons otherwise successful businesses experience financial stress. This practical session will help you understand the key drivers of cash flow, identify potential risks before they become problems, and implement simple tools and strategies…
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Location: Online. Curious about Hamilton Retail Co.? Join us to learn more about the program and what the experience looks like for participating businesses. Hamilton Retail Co. is a retail business incubation program designed to help product-based businesses take their next step into physical… |
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Location: Online. About this workshop: Ready to scale your online business with smarter, more cohesive marketing? Join us for an interactive webinar designed for entrepreneurs who want to take control of their e-commerce growth. In this session, you’ll uncover the power of 360° marketing… |
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Location: Online. 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…
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Location: Online. About this workshop: Do you have a great idea, but aren’t sure if it could become a great business? This interactive 75-minute session is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs who are ready to explore whether their idea has the potential to become a… |
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Free Self-Paced Online Challenge Date: Available AnytimeLocation: OnlineCost: Free About This Challenge Before you invest time and money into your business idea, make sure there's a market for it. Market Research Made Simple is a free, self-paced online challenge from the Hamilton Business Centre…
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“People don’t buy the best products; they buy the products they can understand the fastest." Think about the last time someone asked you "what do you do"? How did you answer it? As business owners, we get asked this all the time. If you're… |
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Location: Online. Presented by Hussein A. Hamdani, SimpsonWigle LAW Join us for an engaging and practical session with Hussein A. Hamdani from SimpsonWigle LAW, where you’ll get a clear, plain-language roadmap to the legal side of succession planning—without the jargon or overwhelm. We’ll walk…
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Location: Online. Thinking about applying for the 2027 Starter Company Plus Program? Start here! Before you submit your application, join one of our virtual information sessions to set yourself up for success. We'll walk you through everything you need to know, including: This session… |
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