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Explore the free seminars and workshops offered through Small Business Centres Ontario. Small Business Centres Ontario is the larger association supporting all 54 Small Business Centres across Ontario providing entrepreneurs with a full range of support services needed to start and successfully grow their small businesses.

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Ten Steps To Starting A Business

** Please note this is a virtual resource, no Zoom link will be sent. To access the resource and videos, please register using the form below and you will receive an email with a link to Ten Steps. Learn how to start a small…

Mental Health Support for Entrepreneurs

Location: Online. This webinar delivered by the Mental Health Commission of Canada will provide you with information and resources to better understand the mental health challenges faced by small business owners and entrepreneurs. This presentation will help you understand the challenges and benefits of…

Merchandising 101

Location: Online. Hosted by: Small Business Advisory Centre (Smiths Falls/Lanark County/north Leeds Grenville) Merchandising 101 Do you want to learn how to be the ultimate silent salesperson for your retail environment? During this session, Diane and Karen will demonstrate strategies in visual merchandising that will…

Legal Series – Contracts & Service Agreements (Webinar)

Location: Online Join the Hamilton Business Centre team and our partners at Simpson Wigle Law LLP for an interactive discussion on Contracts and Service Agreements. Together we'll discuss and learn more about contracts including key discussions on the following: *** Registration is required. A Zoom…

Access To Professionals (Accounting): Virtual Sessions

Hamilton Business Centre, City Hall, Main Floor 71 Main Street West, 1st Floor City Hall, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Are you looking for Business Legal, Accounting, or Marketing advice? The Access to Professionals series provides an opportunity for you to meet with a professional for a 30 minute, one-on-one meeting and gives you the opportunity to ask any questions you may have about your business. To learn more about…

Social Media Marketing

Location: Online. Make the most of your social media. Hosted by the St. Catharines Enterprise Centre and presented by Joe Jones of Symetric Productions. Topics covered include:

Service Canada: Public Pensions for Disability and Retirement

Location: Online. About this event Learn how to access Service Canada programs and services as an employer or a business. This session will include: Public Pensions for Disability and Retirement Learning Outcome: New initiatives/programs for businesses, employers, and self-employed. Presenters: Various Citizen Services Specialists…

Access To Professionals (Legal): Virtual Sessions

Hamilton Business Centre, City Hall, Main Floor 71 Main Street West, 1st Floor City Hall, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Are you looking for Business Legal, Accounting, or Marketing advice? The Access to Professionals series provides an opportunity for you to meet with a professional for a 30 minute, one-on-one meeting and gives you the opportunity to ask any questions you may have about your business. To learn more about…

Ten Steps To Starting A Business

** Please note this is a virtual resource, no Zoom link will be sent. To access the resource and videos, please register using the form below and you will receive an email with a link to Ten Steps. Learn how to start a small…

Ten Steps To Starting A Business

** Please note this is a virtual resource, no Zoom link will be sent. To access the resource and videos, please register using the form below and you will receive an email with a link to Ten Steps. Learn how to start a small…

The Importance of Paid Advertising in a Digital Space

Delivery: Online Advertising in the digital space can be complicated, especially with different ad formats, multiple platforms, budgeting, and running your own business! If you are not sure where to begin or are confused about what kind of ad to run, this session is…

Google Analytics 4 for Beginners

Location: Online. Are you ready to unlock the secrets of your website's performance and gain valuable insights into your online audience? Google Analytics is a powerful tool that can give you a deeper understanding of who is visiting your website, what they're doing there,…

Marketing Essentials for Small Business 101

Location: Online. About this event For any new business, growing your customer base is your top priority. Marketing is a critical piece of being found by your target audience, converting those prospects to customers, and keeping customers over the long term. This webinar will give…

Steppingstones of E-Commerce: Part 1 – Expanding into E-Commerce

Delivery: Online Explore how to maximize your online presence by leveraging an e-commerce solution. Get e-commerce ready with Digital Main Street! In an evolving digital world, e-commerce dependency is prominent and driving growth for small businesses. The series, Steppingstones of E-Commerce breaks down the state of…

Ten Steps To Starting A Business

** Please note this is a virtual resource, no Zoom link will be sent. To access the resource and videos, please register using the form below and you will receive an email with a link to Ten Steps. Learn how to start a small…

Ten Steps To Starting A Business

** Please note this is a virtual resource, no Zoom link will be sent. To access the resource and videos, please register using the form below and you will receive an email with a link to Ten Steps. Learn how to start a small…

Optimizing for Search Engines-Understanding SEO Basics

Location: Online. Often you will hear about needing to optimize for search engines or SEO. But what is it, and how does it impact your digital presence? In this virtual, online webinar, the Digital Service Squad will explain search engine optimization and the best…

Ten Steps To Starting A Business

** Please note this is a virtual resource, no Zoom link will be sent. To access the resource and videos, please register using the form below and you will receive an email with a link to Ten Steps. Learn how to start a small…

Ten Steps To Starting A Business

** Please note this is a virtual resource, no Zoom link will be sent. To access the resource and videos, please register using the form below and you will receive an email with a link to Ten Steps. Learn how to start a small…

Web Presence 101 – Ensuring Your Foundation Is Set (Webinar)

Delivery: Online. Join us to learn the fundamentals of your online web presence, and to make sure you are putting yourself in the best position possible! About this Event: Your customers are on the web. Having a strategy for your online presence allows you to…

How to Create Captivating Videos for Social Media (Webinar)

Delivery: Online. As social media continues to play a crucial role in connecting businesses with their target audience, creating captivating video content has become more important than ever. In this beginner-level webinar, you'll learn the ins and outs of creating compelling videos for platforms such…

Staying Secure Online: e-Commerce & Cyber-Security Awareness

Location: Online. Using the Internet to buy and sell goods/services has revolutionized how we do business. E-commerce is a valuable tool that can give your small business a competitive edge and help grow your revenue exponentially. However, going the e-commerce route also has its…

Ten Steps To Starting A Business

** Please note this is a virtual resource, no Zoom link will be sent. To access the resource and videos, please register using the form below and you will receive an email with a link to Ten Steps. Learn how to start a small…