Starter Company Plus is a training and mentoring program for start-up businesses less than 1 year in age. This program offers opportunities for FREE training in Business Planning, Marketing, and Social Media, as well as Bookkeeping and Financial Management. PLUS, there is an ongoing…
This FREE, online session is a starting point for anyone thinking of opening a business. Some of the topics covered include: Market researchRegistering your businessBusiness planningLicensing and zoningHST and taxesFinancing your business. *** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants…
*** Please note tickets will be available for purchase on May 13, 2022 Hosted by the Hamilton Digital Main Street Digital Service Squad, join blogger, journalist, copywriter, and social media manager Lindsay Smith of Lindsay Smith Creative for a 1-hour session on how to show up on…
This FREE, online session is a starting point for anyone thinking of opening a business. Some of the topics covered include: Market researchRegistering your businessBusiness planningLicensing and zoningHST and taxesFinancing your business. *** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants…
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…
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…
This FREE, online session is a starting point for anyone thinking of opening a business. Some of the topics covered include: Market researchRegistering your businessBusiness planningLicensing and zoningHST and taxesFinancing your business. *** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants…
Understanding your company’s financial statements is fundamental for business success. About this event: Language: English Duration: 1.5 hours Course Delivery: Online (via ZOOM) by the My Main Street Business Accelerator Program. This session is open to any and all business owners and entrepreneurs. All webinar participants will also…
Registration is NOW OPEN! The words you write for your business are directly tied to the overall success of your marketing efforts. Great copywriting can improve your brand, build your pipeline and directly impact your bottom line. And there are tried-and-tested copywriting tips, tricks,…
This FREE, online session is a starting point for anyone thinking of opening a business. Some of the topics covered include: Market researchRegistering your businessBusiness planningLicensing and zoningHST and taxesFinancing your business. *** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants…
This FREE, online session is a starting point for anyone thinking of opening a business. Some of the topics covered include: Market researchRegistering your businessBusiness planningLicensing and zoningHST and taxesFinancing your business. *** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants…
Let's discuss the importance of financial management to your organization. About this event: Language: English Duration: 1.0 hours Course Delivery: Online (via ZOOM) by the My Main Street Business Accelerator Program. This session is open to any and all business owners and entrepreneurs. All webinar participants will also…
Canada Revenue Information Session - Tax Discussion (T1 Webinar) The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) in conjunction with the Hamilton Business Centre will be hosting a free interactive session to discuss the following topics; Common tax errors, what causes them and how to avoid themFinancial…
This FREE, online session is a starting point for anyone thinking of opening a business. Some of the topics covered include: Market researchRegistering your businessBusiness planningLicensing and zoningHST and taxesFinancing your business. *** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants…
Crafting Content for Social Media (Online Event) About this event: It can be tough to keep up with social media content creation, but if you create and repurpose your content smartly, you can stay ahead of the curve. Discover how in this beginner-level workshop,…
This FREE, online session is a starting point for anyone thinking of opening a business. Some of the topics covered include: Market researchRegistering your businessBusiness planningLicensing and zoningHST and taxesFinancing your business. *** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants…
How to Launch an E-Commerce Site That Grows With You (Online Event) About this event: There’s so much to consider when creating a successful e-commerce website. In this beginner-level workshop, you’ll pick up pro tips for selecting the right online sales platform for your…
This FREE, online session is a starting point for anyone thinking of opening a business. Some of the topics covered include: Market researchRegistering your businessBusiness planningLicensing and zoningHST and taxesFinancing your business. *** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants…
Digital Tools, Software, and Apps to Efficiently Manage Your Small Business (Online Event) About this event: From accounting to scheduling, file sharing to project management, there are digital tools to help with every aspect of running a small business. Knowing which ones are right…
Grow Your Small Business on Instagram (Online Event) About this event: This intermediate-level workshop is for those that have already dipped their toes into the world of Instagram and are looking to grow on the platform. We’ll explore different ways small businesses are strategically…
The Digital Main Street Ontario Grants Program (OGP) is focused on assisting brick-and-mortar small businesses with their adoption of digital technologies. The Digital Transformation Grant (DTG) is an opportunity available to enable this digital transformation process. Through a partnership with the Province of Ontario,…
This FREE, online session is a starting point for anyone thinking of opening a business. Some of the topics covered include: Market researchRegistering your businessBusiness planningLicensing and zoningHST and taxesFinancing your business. *** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants…
Canada Revenue Information Session - Tax Discussion (T1 Webinar) The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) in conjunction with the Hamilton Business Centre will be hosting a free interactive session to discuss the following topics; Common tax errors, what causes them and how to avoid themFinancial…
This FREE, online session is a starting point for anyone thinking of opening a business. Some of the topics covered include: Market researchRegistering your businessBusiness planningLicensing and zoningHST and taxesFinancing your business. *** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants…
Facebook and Instagram Advertising on a Small Budget (Online Event) About this event: Whether you have $5, $50, or $100 a month to spend on Facebook and Instagram advertising, you can still reach your target customers and clients. Discover some creative ways to do…
This FREE, online session is a starting point for anyone thinking of opening a business. Some of the topics covered include: Market researchRegistering your businessBusiness planningLicensing and zoningHST and taxesFinancing your business. *** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants…
Google Ads for Small Business (Online Event) About this event: Search Engine Marketing can be a great way to ensure your business comes up in Google when your ideal customer is searching for you. Setting up Google Ads properly can be challenging though. This…
This FREE, online session is a starting point for anyone thinking of opening a business. Some of the topics covered include: Market researchRegistering your businessBusiness planningLicensing and zoningHST and taxesFinancing your business. *** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants…
TikTok for Small Business (Online Event) About this event: TikTok has taken the social media world by storm. Sure, the video-sharing platform is full of funny pet videos and the latest dance trends, but it can also be a great place to engage with…
This FREE, online session is a starting point for anyone thinking of opening a business. Some of the topics covered include: Market researchRegistering your businessBusiness planningLicensing and zoningHST and taxesFinancing your business. *** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants…
SEO: How to Drive More Traffic To Your Website (Online Event) About this event: Is your website showing up in a Google search when your ideal customer is looking for you? In this beginner-level workshop, you’ll learn tips and tricks for having your business…
This FREE, online session is a starting point for anyone thinking of opening a business. Some of the topics covered include: Market researchRegistering your businessBusiness planningLicensing and zoningHST and taxesFinancing your business. *** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants…
Crafting Content for Social Media (Online Event) About this event: It can be tough to keep up with social media content creation, but if you create and repurpose your content smartly, you can stay ahead of the curve. Discover how in this beginner-level workshop,…
Canada Revenue Information Session - Tax Discussion (T1 Webinar) The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) in conjunction with the Hamilton Business Centre will be hosting a free interactive session to discuss the following topics; Common tax errors, what causes them and how to avoid themFinancial…
This FREE, online session is a starting point for anyone thinking of opening a business. Some of the topics covered include: Market researchRegistering your businessBusiness planningLicensing and zoningHST and taxesFinancing your business. *** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants…
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…
Facebook and Instagram Advertising on a Small Budget (Online Event) About this event: Whether you have $5, $50, or $100 a month to spend on Facebook and Instagram advertising, you can still reach your target customers and clients. Discover some creative ways to do…
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…
This FREE, online session is a starting point for anyone thinking of opening a business. Some of the topics covered include: Market researchRegistering your businessBusiness planningLicensing and zoningHST and taxesFinancing your business. *** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants…
Email marketing is an underused but incredibly valuable marketing tool for small businesses. In fact, it has the highest return on investment (ROI) of any form of marketing, earning owners an average of $36 for every $1 spent. A solid email marketing strategy can…
Is your website showing up in a Google search when your ideal customer is looking for you? In this beginner-level workshop, you’ll learn tips and tricks for having your business appear more prominently in search results, all without costing you money. You’ll learn: What…
Join Jenn Hudder for an action-packed, hands-on workshop where she will guide you along the journey of dreaming bigger, designing bolder, and taking the next big leap in your business! Jenn is a long-time entrepreneur and after 13 years of building her own business,…
This FREE, online session is a starting point for anyone thinking of opening a business. Some of the topics covered include: Market researchRegistering your businessBusiness planningLicensing and zoningHST and taxesFinancing your business. *** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants…
Canada Revenue Information Session - Tax Discussion (T1 Webinar) The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) in conjunction with the Hamilton Business Centre will be hosting a free interactive session to discuss the following topics; Common tax errors, what causes them and how to avoid themFinancial…
This FREE, online session is a starting point for anyone thinking of opening a business. Some of the topics covered include: Market researchRegistering your businessBusiness planningLicensing and zoningHST and taxesFinancing your business. *** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants…
Google Ads for Small Business (Online Event) About this event: Search Engine Marketing can be a great way to ensure your business comes up in Google when your ideal customer is searching for you. Setting up Google Ads properly can be challenging though. This…
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…
ShopHERE powered by Google provides independent small businesses and artists with a quick, easy and no-cost way to start selling online right away. About this event: Hosted by Digital Main Street. In this webinar, you will get the answers to the top questions we’ve…
Join special guest Jenn Hudder for an action-packed, hands-on workshop where she will guide you on how to communicate with confidence in your business while exploring some of the unhelpful yet very common terms, phrases, and words that we often employ in our communications.…
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…
About this Event: Hosted by: Digital Main Street. 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…
This FREE, online session is a starting point for anyone thinking of opening a business. Some of the topics covered include: Market researchRegistering your businessBusiness planningLicensing and zoningHST and taxesFinancing your business. *** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants…
Learn how to protect your small business from the most common cyber risks, and challenges that small businesses face with Mastercard Canada. About the Event: Join the Mastercard, Digital Main Street, and TABIA teams for a discussion on Cybersecurity 101: How to protect your…
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 market…
ShopHERE powered by Google provides independent small businesses and artists with a quick, easy and no-cost way to start selling online right away. About this event: Hosted by Digital Main Street. In this webinar, you will get the answers to the top questions we’ve…
Email marketing is an underused but incredibly valuable marketing tool for small businesses. In fact, it has the highest return on investment (ROI) of any form of marketing, earning owners an average of $36 for every $1 spent. A solid email marketing strategy can…
This FREE, online session is a starting point for anyone thinking of opening a business. Some of the topics covered include: Market researchRegistering your businessBusiness planningLicensing and zoningHST and taxesFinancing your business. *** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants…
Location: Online About this event: In unique and uncertain times like these, entrepreneurs dare to do things differently. Their ambition—this enormous force for change—inspires us, energizes the economy and propels us forward. Come meet these business owners on October 17, 2022, at the BDC…
Learn how to protect your small business from the most common cyber risks, and challenges that small businesses face with Mastercard Canada. About this event: Join the Mastercard, Digital Main Street, and TABIA teams for a discussion on Selling Online: How to improve online…
Location: Online About this event: Canadian business owners need to act fast and decisively to maintain a competitive edge in the current context marked by rising prices, supply chain disruptions, and persistent labour shortages. Join Pierre Cléroux, BDC’s Vice President, Research, and Chief Economist, for a…
TikTok for Small Business (Online Event) About this event: TikTok has taken the social media world by storm. Sure, the video-sharing platform is full of funny pet videos and the latest dance trends, but it can also be a great place to engage with…
Location: Online About this event: Faced with today’s competitive workforce and an increasingly hybrid world of work that calls for more flexibility than ever before, finding your next steps is anything but easy. How can you optimize the use of your limited staff and…
Location: Online About this event: Thinking Big, Supporting Small: Fuelling Business Decisions with Data | Voir grand, soutenir petit : Alimenter les décisions commerciales grâce aux données Join us for a special one-hour session with the Chief Economist from the Canadian Chamber of Commerce,…
ShopHERE powered by Google provides independent small businesses and artists with a quick, easy and no-cost way to start selling online right away. About this event: Hosted by Digital Main Street. In this webinar, you will get the answers to the top questions we’ve…
Join special guest Jenn Hudder for an insightful and interactive discussion on shifting your business from surviving to thriving! Together, we'll be exploring: Areas that we subtly sabotage our own efforts and why we do itWhat keeps us from breaking through to the next…
Location: Online About this event: Consumer trends are about consumers: how they behave, what they want, and how they view the world around them. More importantly for business professionals, trends unlock opportunities. Understanding change – in people’s behaviors, attitudes and expectations – better places…
Location: Online About this event: The economic recovery has brought new challenges for Canadian entrepreneurs. There is no doubt that we’re at a challenging moment in time, but entrepreneurship has never been easy. It takes perseverance, patience, and belief in yourself. Come together to…
A 3-part virtual series that’s part of the Best Day Ever at Work Program Session 1 – Core Values: Investing in Alignment We’ve all been there: feeling lost, discouraged, overwhelmed, inadequate, or just stuck. Sometimes my inner heckler questions: “What makes me so special?”…
This FREE, online session is a starting point for anyone thinking of opening a business. Some of the topics covered include: Market researchRegistering your businessBusiness planningLicensing and zoningHST and taxesFinancing your business. *** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants…
About this Event: More consumers than ever before are turning to online shopping for greater convenience, safety, and variety. In this webinar, the Toronto Digital Service Squad will teach you the basic steps to setting up an online store. We will cover everything from…
Why incorporate a business? This is a popular question for new and existing business owners. During this session, you will learn about: Incorporation basicsHow and why to create a shareholder agreement *** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants only.…
Free, online Webinar. Canada Revenue Information Session - Tax Discussion (T1 Webinar) The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) in conjunction with the Hamilton Business Centre will be hosting a free interactive session to discuss the following topics: Common tax errors, what causes them, and how…
What is the secret formula for Sales Success? It all starts with you and finding your way! A self-professed lifestyle entrepreneur, Shelley McQuade of Cypress Strategies shares her story and what she has discovered in her journey of “selling the invisible” (intangible services). You…
ShopHERE powered by Google provides independent small businesses and artists with a quick, easy and no-cost way to start selling online right away. About this event: Hosted by Digital Main Street. In this webinar, you will get the answers to the top questions we’ve…
A 3-part virtual series that’s part of the Best Day Ever at Work Program Session 2 – Proud, Productive And Providing Value What does it feel like when you are at your best? It’s essential to pay close attention to those times as they…
This FREE, online session is a starting point for anyone thinking of opening a business. Some of the topics covered include: Market researchRegistering your businessBusiness planningLicensing and zoningHST and taxesFinancing your business. *** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants…
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…
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…
A 3-part virtual series that’s part of the Best Day Ever at Work Program Session 3 – Clarifying Priorities & Saying No Many of us feel overwhelmed at times, often because we are spread too thin, which keeps us from enjoying life to the…
This FREE, online session is a starting point for anyone thinking of opening a business. Some of the topics covered include: Market researchRegistering your businessBusiness planningLicensing and zoningHST and taxesFinancing your business. *** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants…
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 market…
Learn proven social media strategies that can help you grow your business online and offline. About this event: By: My Main Street - Local Business Accelerator Language: English Duration: 1.5 hours Course Delivery: Online (via ZOOM) All webinar participants will also receive access to a recording and any…
WEBINAR Digital Tools, Software & Apps to Efficiently Manage Your Small Biz. About this event: From accounting to scheduling, file sharing to project management, there are digital tools to help with every aspect of running a small business. Knowing which ones are right for…
ShopHERE powered by Google provides independent small businesses and artists with a quick, easy and no-cost way to start selling online right away. About this event: Hosted by Digital Main Street. In this webinar, you will get the answers to the top questions we’ve…
This FREE, online session is a starting point for anyone thinking of opening a business. Some of the topics covered include: Market researchRegistering your businessBusiness planningLicensing and zoningHST and taxesFinancing your business. *** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants…
Facebook and Instagram Advertising on a Small Budget (Online Event) About this event: Whether you have $5, $50, or $100 a month to spend on Facebook and Instagram advertising, you can still reach your target customers and clients. Discover some creative ways to do…
This FREE, online session is a starting point for anyone thinking of opening a business. Some of the topics covered include: Market researchRegistering your businessBusiness planningLicensing and zoningHST and taxesFinancing your business. *** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants…
Let's discuss the importance of social media to your organization. About this event: By: My Main Street - Local Business Accelerator Language: English Duration: 1 hour Course Delivery: Online (via ZOOM) All webinar participants will also receive access to a recording and any resource materials after the live…
This FREE, online session is a starting point for anyone thinking of opening a business. Some of the topics covered include: Market researchRegistering your businessBusiness planningLicensing and zoningHST and taxesFinancing your business. *** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants…
Registration opening soon! The words you write for your business are directly tied to the overall success of your marketing efforts. Great copywriting can improve your brand, build your pipeline and directly impact your bottom line. And there are tried-and-tested copywriting tips, tricks, and…
Free, online Webinar. Canada Revenue Information Session - Tax Discussion (T1 Webinar) The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) in conjunction with the Hamilton Business Centre will be hosting a free interactive session to discuss the following topics: Common tax errors, what causes them, and how…
SEO: How to Drive More Traffic To Your Website (Online Event) About this event: Is your website showing up in a Google search when your ideal customer is looking for you? In this beginner-level workshop, you’ll learn tips and tricks for having your business…
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…
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…
This FREE, online session is a starting point for anyone thinking of opening a business. Some of the topics covered include: *** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants only. If you are running late or unable to attend, please…
About this Event: Hosted by: Digital Main Street. 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…
This FREE, online session is a starting point for anyone thinking of opening a business. Some of the topics covered include: *** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants only. If you are running late or unable to attend, please…
About this Event: More consumers than ever before are turning to online shopping for greater convenience, safety, and variety. In this webinar, the Toronto Digital Service Squad will teach you the basic steps to setting up an online store. We will cover everything from…
**** Please note this event has been moved to an online format due to the weather. If you have already registered you will be receiving a Zoom link via email. Thank you! **** There’s so much to consider when creating a successful e-commerce website.…
Start your journey to starting a small business here! Learn how to start a small business at your own pace anywhere, anytime! Ten Steps to Starting a Business is now an online resource guide written with the intent of pointing you, the potential entrepreneur,…
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