Events

Location: Online. Often you will hear about needing to optimize search engines or SEO. Now, with AI, the nature of SEO has changed, and your strategy towards optimizing for search engines needs to change too. In this webinar, the Digital Service Squad will explain…

Location: Online. Brought to you by Small Business Centres Ontario (SBC Ontario), in partnership with TD Bank Small Business Centres Ontario (SBC Ontario), the provincial membership network representing Ontario Small Business Advisory Centre (OSBAC) offices across Ontario, is pleased to present this informative webinar…

This session is for you if you want to learn how to sell your food product at markets, online, or to retailers. In this free 60-minute online seminar learn about: You have worked hard to develop a great product but you’re struggling to make…

Location: Online. Learn how AI & automation tools can help you (and your team) handle the holiday rush without losing the personal touch. This workshop is Part 4 of our E-Commerce Holiday Readiness Series. About the workshop: More customer questions, promotion requests and order…

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…

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…

Location: Online. Exploring different forms of business organizations & the legal landscape when it comes to starting a business. About this workshop: Choosing how to structure your business is one of the first legal decisions you’ll make, and it shapes everything from your personal…

Location: Online. Join this beginner-friendly webinar to learn the basics of how to incorporate a business in Ontario. We’ll walk through: This is the perfect opportunity to decide if incorporating is the right move for your business and know exactly how to get started.…

Location: Online. For product-based businesses: learn barcode, product data, and trade-readiness essentials to succeed in retail and eCommerce. What We’ll Cover Barcodes & Beyond: What You Need to Be Trade-Ready Designed for product-based businesses, this webinar is ideal for startups launching their first product…

Location: Online. As your business grows, having great products and customers is no longer enough. The Growth Workshop Series helps business owners strengthen every area of their business through eight practical workshops focused on growth, profitability, leadership, marketing, sales, operations, and more. This series…

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…

This session is for founders who want to build profitable food businesses—not just sell products. Revenue is exciting, but profit keeps your business alive. Successful food founders understand their numbers. They know exactly what it costs to produce every unit, how much profit each sale…

Location: Online. Learn how RTRI funding and Service Canada’s Work-Sharing Program can help businesses manage tariffs and trade challenges. Has your business been impacted by tariffs or trade disruptions? Join our informative webinar to discover government support available to help your business navigate uncertainty…

Location: Online. Diving into the intricacies of niche development and how to market to it. About this workshop: Led by Coca-Cola alumni, Lubna Forzley, Founder of Stories, this session will delve into the intricacies of niche development and client acquisition. Drawing upon proven methodologies…

Location: Online. For entrepreneurs at the idea stage of starting their business 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…

Location: Online. Your website is often the first impression potential customers have of your business and the data shows it matters. Your website is often the first impression potential customers have of your business and the data shows it matters. 94% of consumers say…

Location: Online. Are you curious about how a business can drive meaningful social and/or environmental impact while remaining profitable? Are you curious about how a business can drive meaningful social and/or environmental impact while remaining profitable? Whether you are an aspiring entrepreneur, a community-minded…

Location: Online. Session for brick-and-mortar owners: a clear, no-hype intro to AI - what it is, where it fits, and how to start without disruption. What We’ll Cover This session is practical, accessible, and built for operators - not tech teams. If you own…

Location: Online. Hosted by the CRA this workshop provides small business owners with a overview of the relationship between their business and taxation. This session is in celebration of Small Business Month hosted by the Business Centre Guelph Wellington and proudly sponsored by Invest…

Location: Online. Your business is making sales and you’re busier than ever, but where is all the money going? Your business is making sales and you’re busier than ever, but where is all the money going? In this practical and engaging session, Mohamed Bachani…

Location: Online. Are your prices supporting the business you want to build? Pricing is about more than covering costs. It plays a direct role in profitability, sustainability, and your ability to grow. This practical session will help business owners better understand the relationship between…

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…

Location: Online. This non-technical, high-level workshop is designed for business owners who want a clear picture of what Instagram offers. You don’t need to learn complex filming setups or post five times a day to get business value out of Instagram. You need to…

This session is for you if you have a food or beverage product that needs the perfect brand to suit the right market. In this free 60-minute online seminar learn about: Amanda DeVries of Eye Candy Design specializes in branding food and beverage companies. In this…

Location: Online. Are you a solopreneur looking to make your first hire? Attend this session and learn steps to make your first hire a successful one! Ready to stop doing everything yourself and start building a business that grows without you? This session is…

Location: Online. Hiring and firing employees isn’t just about making the right business decisions—it’s about doing it legally and protecting your company. Hiring and firing employees isn’t just about making the right business decisions—it’s about doing it legally and protecting your company. Join employment…

Location: Online. Partnerships can do more than boost visibility, they build can real brand equity. Partnerships 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…

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…

Location: Online. This session is for entrepreneurs who are already creating content but haven’t figured out how to turn that visibility into actual revenue. We walk through how to align content with offers, create natural pathways from content to sales, and nurture an audience…

Location: Online. Exploring the essentials of launching a successful online business About the workshop: Join our comprehensive E-commerce workshop where we’ll explore the essentials of launching a successful online business. From identifying your target audience and sourcing products to choosing the right platform and…

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…

Location: Online. Brought to you by Small Business Centres Ontario (SBC Ontario), in partnership with Meridian Credit Union Looking for financing to start or grow your business? Access to capital is an important part of starting, operating, and growing a successful business. But understanding…

This session is for founders who want to build food safety into their business from day one. In this free 60-minute online webinar, you’ll learn: Food safety isn’t just about regulatory compliance - it’s a competitive advantage. Whether you’re producing yourself or working with a…

Location: Online A free webinar for aspiring food entrepreneurs. Thinking about launching a food truck in Hamilton? This webinar will walk you through everything you need to know to turn your idea into a fully operating mobile food business - without getting overwhelmed by permits, paperwork,…