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SUMMARY:Entrepreneur Essentials: Business Plan Writing Tips
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online. \n\n\n\nJoin 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 of the business plan with Faaria Wali\, our Small Business Advisor. Faaria will highlight key sections of the plan that selection committees and lenders will look for in your plan\, including: \n\n\n\n\nYour company profile\n\n\n\nA detailed marketing strategy\n\n\n\nYour process and procedures\n\n\n\nAnd more…\n\n\n\n\nDuring this virtual open-forum style Q&A\, feel free to turn cameras on\, ask questions in the chatbox\, and share about your own business. \n\n\n\n*Virtual zoom meeting link will be sent to your inbox 1 day prior to the event.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/entrepreneur-essentials-business-plan-writing-tips/
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SUMMARY:How to Start a Food Truck Business in Hamilton
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online \n\n\n\nA free webinar for aspiring food entrepreneurs. \n\n\n\nThinking 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\, or regulations. \n\n\n\nHamilton’s food truck scene is growing fast\, offering entrepreneurs a unique opportunity to enter the market with lower startup costs and flexible operations compared to traditional restaurants . But success starts with understanding the rules of the road. \n\n\n\nIn this session\, we’ll break down the essential steps to help you get started with confidence\, including: \n\n\n\n\nHow to legally register your food truck business in Ontario\n\n\n\nUnderstanding Hamilton’s food service vehicle classes and licensing requirements\n\n\n\nHealth\, safety\, and food handling certification requirements\n\n\n\nWhat inspections\, permits\, and documentation you’ll need before you can operate\n\n\n\nZoning rules\, park permits\, and where food trucks are allowed to operate\n\n\n\nCommon mistakes new food truck owners make – and how to avoid them\n\n\n\nPractical tips for planning your launch and setting up for long-term success\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re in the early idea stage or already planning your menu and concept\, this webinar will give you a clear roadmap for navigating Hamilton’s regulatory process and building a strong foundation for your food truck business. \n\n\n\nPerfect for: \n\n\n\n\nAspiring food truck owners\n\n\n\nChefs\n\n\n\nCaterers\n\n\n\nentrepreneurs looking to break into Hamilton’s growing mobile food industry\n\n\n\n\nRegistration is required. A virtual webinar link will be sent to registrants upon registration to the email address provided. If you do not receive a link\, please be sure to check your email’s SPAM folder. \n\n\n\nThe workshop will begin promptly at 12:00 PM. If you are unable to attend\, please cancel your registration via email or call 905-540-6400.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/how-to-start-a-food-truck-business-in-hamilton/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260706T130000
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SUMMARY:Entrepreneur Essentials: Understanding your Value Proposition
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online. \n\n\n\nJoin 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 through conversations about: \n\n\n\n\nyour compelling value;\n\n\n\nunderstanding your customer; and\n\n\n\nfine-tuning your value proposition.\n\n\n\n\nWhen you finish this group session\, you should have a clearer understanding of your product or service and why your customers come to you. We also explore the idea of an “elevator pitch”. During this virtual open-forum-style Q&A\, feel free to turn on your cameras\, ask questions in the chat box\, and share more about your business. \n\n\n\nThese sessions will occur monthly. Attend any session that fits your schedule. This session is ideal for idea-stage\, Pre-Launch businesses\, & businesses looking to grow \n\n\n\n*Virtual zoom meeting link will be sent to your inbox 1 day prior to the event.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/entrepreneur-essentials-understanding-your-value-proposition-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260708T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260708T110000
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SUMMARY:Websites 101: Building Your Online Presence From Scratch
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online. \n\n\n\nYour website is often the first impression potential customers have of your business and the data shows it matters. \n\n\n\nYour website is often the first impression potential customers have of your business and the data shows it matters. 94% of consumers say website design is the reason they mistrust or reject a site\, and nearly half won’t wait more than two seconds for a page to load. If your online presence isn’t working hard for you\, it’s working against you.In this hands-on workshop\, Marketing & PR Specialist\, Daisy Raudales will walk you through how to build a strong\, professional website from scratch\, even if you’ve never done it before.What you’ll learn: \n\n\n\n\nThe 6 essential elements every strong website needs\n\n\n\nHow to translate your brand identity into a site that actually converts\n\n\n\nA step-by-step 7-part framework for building your website (hosting\, sitemap\, content\, design\, SEO\, and more)\n\n\n\nHow to use keywords to improve your search visibility\n\n\n\nPractical tips for marketing your website once it’s live\n\n\n\nA live tutorial walking through a real website example\n\n\n\n\nBring your questions\, your ideas\, and a notebook (or laptop) if you’d like to follow along. \n\n\n\nAbout the Presenter: Daisy is the founder of DRPR Inc\, a Public Relations and Marketing Agency in Ajax. With over 8 years of experience in the industry\, she has helped 50+ brands build their visibility through strategic communications\, content marketing\, media relations\, and website development. \n\n\n\nDaisy holds a Degree in Communications & Digital Media and an Advanced Diploma in Public Relations. Since launching DRPR in 2020\, she’s led campaigns for clients across a range of industries from wellness and hospitality to nonprofits and economic development. She is passionate about helping businesses thrive online and build awareness\, credibility and growth.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/websites-101-building-your-online-presence-from-scratch/
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SUMMARY:Business Fundamentals: Marketing & Sales
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online. \n\n\n\nOverview \n\n\n\nThis session will help you create a marketing plan that targets your ideal customer and help you identify the marketing tactics. \n\n\n\nMarketing and Sales: Marketing drives sales. Let’s build your strategy. \n\n\n\nWithout 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 learn how to attract the right audience\, build your brand\, and convert leads into loyal clients. \n\n\n\nWe’ll help you create a strategy that works for your business and budget. \n\n\n\nHere’s what we cover: \n\n\n\n\nBranding and your value proposition\n\n\n\nOnline and offline marketing tactics\n\n\n\nLead generation and client acquisition\n\n\n\nSales strategy and follow-up process\n\n\n\nDigital tools and web elements that support growth\n\n\n\n\nThis session is part of our Business Fundamentals Series\, which also includes Start Up\, Business Planning\, and Finance & Operations. Take them in any order-sessions run monthly with flexible times. \n\n\n\nJoin us and start building a marketing and sales strategy that gets results.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/business-fundamentals-marketing-sales-7/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260716T140000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Bookkeeping: Logan Katz Learning Series
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online. \n\n\n\nStrengthen your business from the ground up with must-have bookkeeping know-how. \n\n\n\nProper record keeping and effective financial organization are critical pillars of business success—no matter the size or stage of your enterprise. As part of the Logan Katz Learning Series\, this interactive and practical workshop is designed to equip business owners\, entrepreneurs\, and aspiring bookkeepers with the foundational skills needed to manage financial information with confidence. \n\n\n\nIn this engaging session\, participants will learn: \n\n\n\n\nThe key principles and terminology of bookkeeping\n\n\n\nHow to set up and maintain a simple\, efficient record-keeping system\n\n\n\nBest practices for organizing receipts\, invoices\, and financial documents\n\n\n\nTechniques for tracking income and expenses accurately\n\n\n\nHow to avoid common pitfalls that can lead to errors or missed opportunities\n\n\n\nWhen and how to delegate bookkeeping tasks effectively\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re managing the books yourself or supervising someone who does\, this workshop will provide you with the tools and clarity to stay on top of your financials and make informed decisions for your business. Designed to be accessible and actionable\, the content is suitable for beginners and those looking to refresh their knowledge.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/introduction-to-bookkeeping-logan-katz-learning-series-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260720T133000
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SUMMARY:Ten Steps To Starting A Business (In-Person Session)
DESCRIPTION:Location: In-Person. \n\n\n\nAre 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 challenging. With careful research and hard work\, it can also be very rewarding. \n\n\n\nThis seminar is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs like you\, covering the fundamentals to make starting a small business faster and easier. \n\n\n\nYou’ll explore key topics including: \n\n\n\n\nConducting Market Research\n\n\n\nPreparing a Business Plan\n\n\n\nChoosing a Business Structure\n\n\n\nRegistering your Business\n\n\n\nBusiness Number (BN)\n\n\n\nLicensing Requirements\n\n\n\nZoning Regulations\n\n\n\nAdditional Regulations\n\n\n\nFinancing your Business\n\n\n\nAdditional Resources\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re just brainstorming or ready to take the plunge\, this 90-minute session will equip you with the tools and confidence to turn your vision into reality. Plus\, it’s hosted by the Hamilton Business Centre – your go-to hub for business support. \n\n\n\nLocation: Hamilton Business Centre\, Hamilton City Hall\, 71 Main Street West (1st Floor)\, Hamilton\, ON.  \n\n\n\nHave questions? Call 905-540-6400.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/ten-steps-to-starting-a-business-in-person-session-18/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260720T140000
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SUMMARY:Intro to E-Commerce: From Idea to First Sale in Ten Steps
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online. \n\n\n\nExploring the essentials of launching a successful online business \n\n\n\nAbout the workshop: \n\n\n\nJoin our comprehensive E-commerce workshop where we’ll explore the essentials of launching a successful online business. \n\n\n\nFrom identifying your target audience and sourcing products to choosing the right platform and designing your brand\, we’ll touch on each crucial step. \n\n\n\nGet introduced to topics such as: \n\n\n\n\nSourcing your products\n\n\n\nRegistering your business\n\n\n\nBuilding your online store\n\n\n\nDiscovering the essentials of effectively marketing\n\n\n\nAttracting customers\n\n\n\n\nWe’ll run through 10 steps to help you turn your idea into your first sale. Perfect for beginners and those looking to get started with an e-commerce strategy.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/intro-to-e-commerce-from-idea-to-first-sale-in-ten-steps-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260721T093000
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UID:8486-1784626200-1784631600@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Create & Optimize Your Google Business Profile
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online. \n\n\n\nIn this workshop\, you will learn how to create and manage a Google Business Profile from start to finish. \n\n\n\nShowing up when customers are searching online is more important than ever. Ensure customers can find accurate\, updated information about your local business on Google Search and Google Maps\, no matter which device they use. In this workshop\, you will learn how to create and manage a Google Business Profile from start to finish. \n\n\n\nIn this session we’ll show you how to: \n\n\n\n\nCreate or claim your Google Business Profile\n\n\n\nManage your business info across Google Search and Maps\n\n\n\nUse your Business Profile to connect with potential customers
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/create-optimize-your-google-business-profile/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260722T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260722T200000
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UID:8490-1784743200-1784750400@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Business Financials 101
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online. \n\n\n\nLearn how to understand costing\, price\, sales forecasting and basic financial statements for your small business! \n\n\n\nGain a better understanding of your business costing\, pricing\, sales forecasting\, and basic financial statements! \n\n\n\nThis July\, August\, and September\, we invite you to attend one of our virtual Business Financials 101 sessions. \n\n\n\nHosted by the Business Centre Guelph-Wellington\, this session will help small business owners build a stronger understanding of their financials — an essential part of evaluating business health\, improving decision-making\, and driving profitability. \n\n\n\nIn this session\, you will learn: \n\n\n\n\nCosting & Pricing: Learn how to calculate product/service costs\, set profitable prices\, and use pricing strategies that balance customer value with business margins.\n\n\n\nSales Forecasting: Understand how to estimate future sales using market trends\, historical data\, and customer demand to support budgeting and business planning.\n\n\n\nCash Flow: Techniques for improving budgeting and cash flow management to support more accurate financial forecasting.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/business-financials-101/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260723T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260723T130000
DTSTAMP:20260611T155519Z
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SUMMARY:How to Open a Restaurant in Hamilton
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online \n\n\n\nHave you dreamed of opening your own restaurant but aren’t sure where to begin?  \n\n\n\nOpening a restaurant is exciting\, but it also involves navigating business registration\, zoning requirements\, licensing\, Public Health approvals\, inspections\, and ongoing compliance obligations. Understanding the process early can help you avoid costly mistakes and unexpected delays. \n\n\n\nJoin the Hamilton Business Centre for this free webinar designed specifically for aspiring restaurant owners and food entrepreneurs looking to establish a business in Hamilton. \n\n\n\nDuring this session\, you’ll learn how to: \n\n\n\n\nSet up your restaurant as a legal business in Ontario\n\n\n\nChoose and register your business name\n\n\n\nObtain a CRA Business Number and understand your tax obligations\n\n\n\nDetermine which restaurant licence category applies to your operation\n\n\n\nConfirm whether your proposed location complies with Hamilton’s Zoning By-law\n\n\n\nUnderstand when building permits may be required\n\n\n\nPrepare for Public Health\, Fire\, and other municipal inspections\n\n\n\nMeet Food Handler Certification requirements\n\n\n\nNavigate the documents and approvals needed before opening\n\n\n\nBuild strong operational practices that support long-term success\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re planning a coffee shop\, takeout establishment\, full-service restaurant\, restaurant with liquor service\, or catering business\, this webinar will provide practical\, Hamilton-specific guidance to help you turn your vision into reality. \n\n\n\nBy the end of the session\, you’ll have a clearer understanding of the steps required to launch your restaurant with confidence. \n\n\n\nWho should attend?• Aspiring restaurant owners• First-time food entrepreneurs• Existing food operators expanding into a new location• Individuals exploring opportunities in Hamilton’s growing food sector \n\n\n\nRegistration is required. A virtual webinar link will be sent to registrants upon registration to the email address provided. If you do not receive a link\, please be sure to check your email’s SPAM folder. \n\n\n\nThe workshop will begin promptly at 12:00 PM. If you are unable to attend\, please cancel your registration via email or call 905-540-6400.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/how-to-open-a-restaurant-in-hamilton/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260728T100000
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UID:8492-1785232800-1785238200@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Hiring Your First Employee
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online. \n\n\n\nReady to take the leap and grow your team? Join our online session with Engage HR where we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about hiring your first employee. From finding the right fit to navigating all the paperwork\, we’ve got you covered. Perfect for new business owners looking to expand without the stress. Don’t miss out on this chance to get tips\, tricks\, and real talk about building your team! \n\n\n\nDate: July 28Time: 10am-11:30amWhere: Zoom (you will receive the link a day before the event by e-mail)Cost: Free
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/hiring-your-first-employee/
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