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SUMMARY:Insurance for Small Business
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online \n\n\n\nThis informative webinar will provide you with working knowledge of small business insurance\, demystifying all the jargon. It will also enable you to ask the right kinds of questions from insurance professionals. \n\n\n\nWhat you will learn: \n\n\n\n\nWhy do I need business insurance?\n\n\n\nWhat types of business insurance exist?\n\n\n\nWhat are the right ones for my small business?\n\n\n\nWhat questions should I ask insurance professionals to make sure my needs are met?\n\n\n\nWhat other resources should I consider to ensure I get the right insurance policy?\n\n\n\n\nJoin us to learn all about insurance for your small business. \n\n\n\nSpeaker Bio: \n\n\n\nAnne Marie Thomas is Director of Consumer & Industry Relations for the Insurance Bureau of Canada in Ontario. Anne Marie has over 25 years of experience in the insurance industry. She has worked for some of Canada’s largest insurance companies and has extensive underwriting & management experience in Personal and Commercial Lines. \n\n\n\nShe was also a licenced personal and commercial insurance broker. She is experienced in the online insurance aggregator business where she engaged with consumers answering many of their insurance concerns. Anne Marie has many years of experience as an insurance spokesperson in television\, radio\, print & social media. \n\n\n\nEstablished in 1964\, Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) is the national industry association representing Canada’s private home\, auto and business insurers. Its member companies represent the vast majority of the Canadian property and casualty (P&C) insurance market. IBC works on a number of fronts to increase public understanding of home\, auto\, and business insurance. \n\n\n\nPublic understanding is also fostered through IBC’s five regional consumer centres\, where trained personnel with years of industry and government relations’ experience answer tens of thousands of consumer inquiries each year.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/insurance-for-small-business-8/
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SUMMARY:Ten Steps To Starting A Business
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online (Zoom). \n\n\n\nThis FREE session is the perfect starting point for anyone thinking of opening a business with the goal of pointing you\, the potential entrepreneur\, in the right direction – faster and easier! \n\n\n\nSome of the topics covered include:  \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\nNote: Pre-registration is required. Please register by visiting the link below. \n\n\n\nUpon registering you will receive a Zoom link to the email address provided. If you do not receive a link within a few minutes\, please check your Junk or Spam folders.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/ten-steps-to-starting-a-business-146/
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SUMMARY:Access To Professionals (Business Legal): Virtual Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for business legal advice? \n\n\n\nWhen 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 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 of those burning questions you may have about your business. \n\n\n\nA to P business legal professionals can address most common questions such as: \n\n\n\n\nI’m starting a business. Do I need to incorporate?\n\n\n\nShould I operate as a sole proprietorship or a corporation?\n\n\n\nI’m starting a business with someone else. Should we operate as a partnership or a corporation?\n\n\n\nShould I incorporate federally or provincially?\n\n\n\nHow do I start a not-for-profit?\n\n\n\nWhat rules do I have to follow when naming my business?\n\n\n\nDo I have to register my business name?\n\n\n\nWhat should I look out for when signing a commercial lease?\n\n\n\nI’ve been asked to stop using my company’s name or logo\n\n\n\nWhat records do I have to keep or file to maintain my corporation?\n\n\n\nI need help writing or reviewing a business document or contract\n\n\n\n\nHow to book a session: \n\n\n\nSessions are free (Zoom\, phone)\, booked in 30-minute intervals (1-4 pm). \n\n\n\nThose wishing to participate MUST complete the form found by clicking on the “Register Now” button below. Once received\, a Hamilton Business Centre representative will then reach out to schedule your 30-minute\, one-on-one meeting time.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/access-to-professionals-business-legal-virtual-sessions-11/
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SUMMARY:Entrepreneurship & Mental Health: Why It Matters
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online. \n\n\n\nLearn more about Rise\, a leading organization dedicated to educating and empowering entrepreneurs with essential tools and insights for safeguarding their mental health. Research indicates that entrepreneurs\, driven by passion and facing constant uncertainty\, are particularly vulnerable to burnout. Learning to recognize its warning signs and symptoms early is crucial\, as untreated burnout not only jeopardizes business success but also impacts personal health and overall life satisfaction. \n\n\n\nIn this workshop\, we will delve into the top six signs and symptoms of burnout specific to entrepreneurs. Through interactive sessions\, participants will gain practical techniques to effectively manage stress\, maintain work-life balance\, and cultivate resilience. Don’t wait until burnout takes its toll—equip yourself with the knowledge and skills to protect your well-being and optimize your entrepreneurial journey. \n\n\n\nWhat you will learn: \n\n\n\n\nWho is Rise?\n\n\n\nBurnout signs and symptoms\n\n\n\nBurnout prevention\n\n\n\nMental health resources\n\n\n\nAre the programs offered by Rise right for me?\n\n\n\n\nJoin us to learn more about organizations like Rise and how they can assist entrepreneurs with a history of mental health and addiction challenges to launch and grow a small business. \n\n\n\nSpeaker Bio: \n\n\n\nIman Grewal is a passionate mental health advocate\, serial entrepreneur\, and SOCH Mental Health board member. She works as a full-time Educator and Entrepreneurship Coach for the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA)\, is a facilitator for Rise and holds a Peer Support Certification. Iman is also a fourth-generation certified Yoga and Meditation Practitioner with her own wellness platform\, YogaVedaIman. \n\n\n\nIman’s commitment to frontline work earned her a nomination as one of six Mental Health Heroes chosen from a nationwide search featured in Reader’s Digest’s Heroes of Mental Health. In 2022\, the CMHA recognized Iman’s impact with the ‘We Are More Award.’ Currently\, she is nominated for the Women’s Empowerment Award\, presented by Rogers\, for her dedication to diversity\, equality and inclusion.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/entrepreneurship-mental-health-why-it-matters/
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SUMMARY:Incubators: How Venturepark Labs Can Help Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online. \n\n\n\nThis webinar series aims to inform about incubators and accelerators and shines a spotlight on Venturepark Labs. Venturepark Labs is a non-profit supporting early-stage entrepreneurs in the food & wellness categories. \n\n\n\nWhat you will learn: \n\n\n\n\nWhat is an incubator/accelerator?\n\n\n\nHow can incubators or accelerator programs help early-stage businesses?\n\n\n\nWhat is Venturepark Labs?\n\n\n\nHow can Venturepark Labs support early-stage entrepreneurs?\n\n\n\nWhat is the Venturepark Labs’ Food Incubator?\n\n\n\nWhat is the Venturepark Labs’ Concept to Market Sprint program?\n\n\n\nWhat is the Venturepark Labs’ Accelerator program?\n\n\n\nWhat other resources and services does Venturepark Labs offer and how can you join Venturepark’s programs?\n\n\n\n\nJoin us to learn more about incubators and accelerators\, like Venturepark Labs\, and how they can help your small business today. \n\n\n\nSpeaker Bio: \n\n\n\nStella Antonio is the General Manager at Venturepark Labs’ Incubator Kitchen\, a nonprofit organization that helps and supports early-stage entrepreneurs in the food and wellness category. \n\n\n\nVenturepark Labs is a dynamic hub for innovation and entrepreneurship. It provides resources\, mentorship\, and the infrastructure needed to turn entrepreneurial ideas into reality. \n\n\n\nStella’s culinary background and industry insights have been instrumental in providing support within Venturepark Labs’ ecosystem. Her unwavering commitment to entrepreneurs\, coupled with her dedication to fostering innovation and community building\, extends far beyond the confines of the kitchen incubator. \n\n\n\nWith an eye toward the future\, Stella is committed to Venturepark Labs’ core values of putting entrepreneurs first and striving for better. \n\n\n\nTo learn more about Stella Antonio\, connect with her here. \n\n\n\nAbout Venturepark LabsVenturepark is a Canadian organization that helps consumer packaged goods’ (CPG) brands grow. Its food incubator helps 45 companies annually and its accelerator program has helped 150 brands grow and nonprofit initiatives that have supported many Canadian entrepreneurs. It offers free online resources\, product development support\, and a food manufacturing facility in Toronto. Venturepark partners with industry leaders and creates a vibrant ecosystem for CPG brands to thrive. \n\n\n\nLearn more at www.ventureparklabs.ca.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/incubators-how-venturepark-labs-can-help-your-business/
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SUMMARY:Ten Steps To Starting A Business (Virtual Resource)
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to start a small business at your own pace anywhere\, anytime! \n\n\n\nTen Steps to Starting a Business is an online guide written with the intent of pointing you\, the potential entrepreneur\, in the right direction – faster and easier! Now available in over 120+ languages.  \n\n\n\nJam-packed with information and resources for new business owners\, Ten Steps is broken down into 10 easy-to-follow steps available 24/7\, with both written and video resources available. \n\n\n\nTopics covered include: \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 Requirments\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\nPlease note this is a virtual online guide only\, no Zoom link will be sent. \n\n\n\nTo access the written guide and videos\, please register using the form below and you will receive a link to the email address provided. If you do not receive a link within a few minutes\, please check your Junk or Spam folders.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/ten-steps-to-starting-a-business-147/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241112T133000
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SUMMARY:Learn How to Scale\, Package\, and Market a Food Product
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wanted to launch your own food or beverage business but didn’t know how or where to start? Do you have a food product that is ready to be developed and brought to market right now? \n\n\n\nWhether you are a restaurant owner\, selling from a local farmer’s market\, or a foodie making and baking from home – this free 5-part video series will help get your favourite recipe retail ready! Led by Business Coach\, Professor\, Six Figure Entrepreneur\, and Top 20 Under 40\, Nicole Haney. \n\n\n\nTopics covered include: \n\n\n\n\nIntroduction to The Food and Beverage Industry\n\n\n\nPackaging and Labelling Your Food Product\n\n\n\nMaking Your Food Product More Attractive to Retailers\n\n\n\nHow to Approach and Secure Retailers\n\n\n\nSupporting In-store Sales and Scaling Your Food Business\n\n\n\n\nPlease note this is a virtual resource\, no Zoom link will be sent. To access the free 5-part video training series and quizzes\, please register using the form below and you will receive an email with a link to the videos.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/learn-how-to-scale-package-and-market-a-food-product-19/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241113T110000
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CREATED:20241101T153638Z
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UID:6270-1731492000-1731495600@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Accounting for Non-Profits: Understanding Financial Statements
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online. \n\n\n\nThis financial literacy webinar will help you to understand the responsibilities of a non-profit board member in relation to the organizational finances. In addition\, you will understand the financial statements of non-profit organizations by the end of the presentation. \n\n\n\nWhat you will learn: \n\n\n\n\nWhat are the roles and responsibilities of the board\, management\, and the auditor in financial reporting?\n\n\n\nWhat are the key concepts and terms for financial reporting in the non-profit sector?\n\n\n\nWhat are the ways in which donations to the organization can be accounted?\n\n\n\nWhat are the various financial statements you might encounter as a non-profit director?\n\n\n\n\nJoin us to learn about understanding financial statements for non-profit small business. \n\n\n\nSpeaker Bio: \n\n\n\nAll speakers are registered Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA) volunteering as part of CPA Canada’s Financial Literacy program. All CPA members are professional financial experts who have a solid reputation and position of trust with Canadians. Their top priorities are protecting and acting in the public’s interest. They are active in their communities and have a long history of giving back. \n\n\n\nCPA Canada is working to address the growing social problem of financial literacy in Canada. Their mission is to deliver unbiased objective financial literacy education and information to improve the overall state of financial literacy in Canada. The information they provide is free\, unbiased\, functional\, and clear\, delivered at the grassroots level through their national CPA member network.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/accounting-for-non-profits-understanding-financial-statements-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241114T100000
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UID:6271-1731578400-1731585600@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Getting Started with Intelectual Property (IP): Why is IP Important?
DESCRIPTION:Event location: Online. \n\n\n\nInnovation starts with an idea – your idea. Are you developing your idea into something tangible such as building a brand for your business or creating a product to sell? If so\, then you need to know about intellectual property (IP). This webinar will introduce you to trademarks\, patents\, trade secrets\, industrial designs\, and copyright\, and explain how protecting your creations through IP rights can give you an advantage over your competition. \n\n\n\nWhat you will learn: \n\n\n\n\nWhat is intellectual property (IP)?\n\n\n\nHow may IP be valuable to a small business?\n\n\n\nWhy is IP important?\n\n\n\nHow can IP unlock the value of my idea?\n\n\n\nWhat are the benefits of IP?\n\n\n\nHow do you know if you have IP?\n\n\n\nWhat IP resources are available to me?\n\n\n\n\nJoin us to learn all about intellectual property rights and how they may apply to your small business. \n\n\n\nSpeaker Bio: \n\n\n\nElizabeth Collinson has worked with the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) for more than 20 years in a variety of roles\, including trademark examiner and business development officer. She has a passion for helping entrepreneurs understand the importance and value of intellectual property and believes strongly in providing service excellence to clients. Elizabeth is also an inactive Trademark Agent\, listed on the Canadian Patent Agent and Trademark Agent (CPATA) register.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/getting-started-with-intelectual-property-ip-why-is-ip-important-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241115T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241115T110000
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CREATED:20241101T153957Z
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UID:6272-1731663000-1731668400@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:WSIB: Laws & Regulations for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Delivery: Online. \n\n\n\nAbout this event:\n\n\n\nWorkplace injuries are an important issue and can be costly for small business. \n\n\n\nMany employers do not understand their Health and Safety responsibilities and legal obligations. \n\n\n\nPlease join Enterprise Toronto in this free webinar provided by Workplace Safety and Insurance Board\, Health and Safety Excellence Program Consultant Lesia Conneely who will explain how to keep your workplace healthy and safe and in compliance with health and safety laws.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/wsib-laws-regulations-for-small-businesses-7/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241115T113000
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UID:6280-1731664800-1731670200@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Ten Steps To Starting A Business (Virtual Resource)
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to start a small business at your own pace anywhere\, anytime! \n\n\n\nTen Steps to Starting a Business is an online guide written with the intent of pointing you\, the potential entrepreneur\, in the right direction – faster and easier! Now available in over 120+ languages.  \n\n\n\nJam-packed with information and resources for new business owners\, Ten Steps is broken down into 10 easy-to-follow steps available 24/7\, with both written and video resources available. \n\n\n\nTopics covered include: \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 Requirments\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\nPlease note this is a virtual online guide only\, no Zoom link will be sent. \n\n\n\nTo access the written guide and videos\, please register using the form below and you will receive a link to the email address provided. If you do not receive a link within a few minutes\, please check your Junk or Spam folders.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/ten-steps-to-starting-a-business-virtual-resource-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241118T113000
DTSTAMP:20260504T080336
CREATED:20241101T155215Z
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UID:6278-1731924000-1731929400@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Ten Steps To Starting A Business (Virtual Resource)
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to start a small business at your own pace anywhere\, anytime! \n\n\n\nTen Steps to Starting a Business is an online guide written with the intent of pointing you\, the potential entrepreneur\, in the right direction – faster and easier! Now available in over 120+ languages.  \n\n\n\nJam-packed with information and resources for new business owners\, Ten Steps is broken down into 10 easy-to-follow steps available 24/7\, with both written and video resources available. \n\n\n\nTopics covered include: \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 Requirments\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\nPlease note this is a virtual online guide only\, no Zoom link will be sent. \n\n\n\nTo access the written guide and videos\, please register using the form below and you will receive a link to the email address provided. If you do not receive a link within a few minutes\, please check your Junk or Spam folders.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/ten-steps-to-starting-a-business-virtual-resource/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241120T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241120T100000
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CREATED:20240819T195707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T195707Z
UID:6162-1732093200-1732096800@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Essential Business Foundations: 5 Key Legal Tips for Success
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online (Zoom). \n\n\n\nNavigating the business landscape requires a foundation built on sound legal principles. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or an established business owner\, understanding these foundations is crucial for long-term success. \n\n\n\nAdrianna Inneo\, a lawyer in Ross & McBride’s Business Law Group\, will share vital insights based on recurring themes observed from her clients\, highlighting common areas where legal missteps can occur. Drawing from her diverse experiences\, from assisting small businesses to advising large corporations\, and her deep roots in the Hamilton area\, Adrianna brings a unique blend of expertise and local understanding to her advice. \n\n\n\nAttendees will not only gain practical tips but also benefit from her approachable and adaptable style\, ensuring they walk away with helpful considerations to drive their businesses forward. \n\n\n\nPlease note: This session will be delivered virtually. A Zoom invitation link will be sent to you in the registration confirmation email. Please be sure to check your email after registering. \n\n\n\nIf you are unable to attend\, please cancel your registration via email or call 905-540-6400.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/essential-business-foundations-5-key-legal-tips-for-success-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241121T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241121T110000
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SUMMARY:Financial Survival for Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online. \n\n\n\nThis financial literacy webinar will help you understand the management of growth and expansion of your small business. By the end of the presentation\, you will be able to identify the key numbers to understand and monitor\, as well as learning tactics for seeking out financing. Finally\, you will learn effective tax strategies for your small business. \n\n\n\nWhat you will learn: \n\n\n\n\nHow do I best manage my growth and expansion?\n\n\n\nWhat key numbers should I understand and monitor?\n\n\n\nWhat are the ratios that make or break my small business?\n\n\n\nWhere should I look for financing?\n\n\n\nWhat do I need to know about taxes when it comes to my small business?\n\n\n\n\nJoin us to learn the best practices for financial survival as an entrepreneur. \n\n\n\nSpeaker Bio: \n\n\n\nAll speakers are registered Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA) volunteering as part of CPA Canada’s Financial Literacy program. All CPA members are professional financial experts who have a solid reputation and position of trust with Canadians. Their top priorities are protecting and acting in the public’s interest. They are active in their communities and have a long history of giving back. \n\n\n\nCPA Canada is working to address the growing social problem of financial literacy in Canada. Their mission is to deliver unbiased objective financial literacy education and information to improve the overall state of financial literacy in Canada. The information they provide is free\, unbiased\, functional\, and clear\, delivered at the grassroots level through their national CPA member network. \n\n\n\nFor more information about CPA Canada’s Financial Literacy program\, please visit their website: https://www.cpacanada.ca/en/public-interest/financial-literacy
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/financial-survival-for-entrepreneurs-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241121T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241121T130000
DTSTAMP:20260504T080336
CREATED:20241101T175002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T175258Z
UID:6285-1732190400-1732194000@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Harnessing The Power of Generative AI For Content Creation
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online (Zoom). \n\n\n\nGenerative AI offers incredible benefits to small business owners\, especially when it comes to streamlining tasks and processes related to content creation. \n\n\n\nBut many owners aren’t sure where to start when it comes to using generative AI for content creation and often feel overwhelmed by the sheer number of generative AI tools and platforms available on the market. \n\n\n\nIn this session designed for small business owners and entrepreneurs\, we’ll cut through the noise and provide practical tips and real-life examples of how to leverage the power of generative AI to create quality content for your brand. We’ll also look at different generative AI tools and how they can be used effectively to create compelling content. \n\n\n\nHosted by copywriter and content strategist Vanessa Green of Greenlight Content\, join us for a 1-hour session on unlocking the benefits of generative AI powered content creation for your business. \n\n\n\nWhat you’ll learn in this session: \n\n\n\n\nThe basics of generative AI in content creation and its benefits for small businesses\n\n\n\nGenerative AI tools and platforms for generating high-quality content quickly\n\n\n\nStrategies for integrating generative AI into your existing content workflow\n\n\n\nUnderstanding how to create prompts that provide the best quality output\n\n\n\nOptimizing generative AI content to align with your brand voice and target audience\n\n\n\n\nPlease note: This session will be delivered virtually. A Zoom invitation link will be sent to you in the registration confirmation email. Please be sure to check your email after registering. \n\n\n\nIf you are unable to attend\, please cancel your registration via email or call 905-540-6400.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/harnessing-the-power-of-generative-ai-for-content-creation/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241122T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241122T113000
DTSTAMP:20260504T080336
CREATED:20241101T155355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T155355Z
UID:6281-1732269600-1732275000@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Ten Steps To Starting A Business (Virtual Resource)
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to start a small business at your own pace anywhere\, anytime! \n\n\n\nTen Steps to Starting a Business is an online guide written with the intent of pointing you\, the potential entrepreneur\, in the right direction – faster and easier! Now available in over 120+ languages.  \n\n\n\nJam-packed with information and resources for new business owners\, Ten Steps is broken down into 10 easy-to-follow steps available 24/7\, with both written and video resources available. \n\n\n\nTopics covered include: \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 Requirments\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\nPlease note this is a virtual online guide only\, no Zoom link will be sent. \n\n\n\nTo access the written guide and videos\, please register using the form below and you will receive a link to the email address provided. If you do not receive a link within a few minutes\, please check your Junk or Spam folders.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/ten-steps-to-starting-a-business-virtual-resource-4/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241125T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241125T113000
DTSTAMP:20260504T080336
CREATED:20241101T155242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T155242Z
UID:6279-1732528800-1732534200@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Ten Steps To Starting A Business (Virtual Resource)
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to start a small business at your own pace anywhere\, anytime! \n\n\n\nTen Steps to Starting a Business is an online guide written with the intent of pointing you\, the potential entrepreneur\, in the right direction – faster and easier! Now available in over 120+ languages.  \n\n\n\nJam-packed with information and resources for new business owners\, Ten Steps is broken down into 10 easy-to-follow steps available 24/7\, with both written and video resources available. \n\n\n\nTopics covered include: \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 Requirments\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\nPlease note this is a virtual online guide only\, no Zoom link will be sent. \n\n\n\nTo access the written guide and videos\, please register using the form below and you will receive a link to the email address provided. If you do not receive a link within a few minutes\, please check your Junk or Spam folders.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/ten-steps-to-starting-a-business-virtual-resource-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241127T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241127T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T080336
CREATED:20241101T155611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T155611Z
UID:6284-1732714200-1732719600@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Learn How to Scale\, Package\, and Market a Food Product
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wanted to launch your own food or beverage business but didn’t know how or where to start? Do you have a food product that is ready to be developed and brought to market right now? \n\n\n\nWhether you are a restaurant owner\, selling from a local farmer’s market\, or a foodie making and baking from home – this free 5-part video series will help get your favourite recipe retail ready! Led by Business Coach\, Professor\, Six Figure Entrepreneur\, and Top 20 Under 40\, Nicole Haney. \n\n\n\nTopics covered include: \n\n\n\n\nIntroduction to The Food and Beverage Industry\n\n\n\nPackaging and Labelling Your Food Product\n\n\n\nMaking Your Food Product More Attractive to Retailers\n\n\n\nHow to Approach and Secure Retailers\n\n\n\nSupporting In-store Sales and Scaling Your Food Business\n\n\n\n\nPlease note this is a virtual resource\, no Zoom link will be sent. To access the free 5-part video training series and quizzes\, please register using the form below and you will receive an email with a link to the videos.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/learn-how-to-scale-package-and-market-a-food-product-20/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241128T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241128T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T080336
CREATED:20241101T154322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T154322Z
UID:6274-1732788000-1732791600@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Understanding Financial Statements for Small Business Owners
DESCRIPTION:About this event:\n\n\n\nLocation: Online. \n\n\n\nThis financial literacy webinar will help to review and understand financial statements for small businesses. You will also be able to ask informed questions of financial professionals following this presentation. \n\n\n\nWhat you will learn: \n\n\n\n\nHow’s my business doing?\n\n\n\nDid we make money this year?\n\n\n\nWhat does my P&L tell me?\n\n\n\nWhy do I need a balance sheet?\n\n\n\nWhere is my cash coming from? Where is my cash going to?\n\n\n\nWhy isn’t my cash equal to my profit?\n\n\n\n\nJoin us to learn how to understand financial statements for small business. \n\n\n\nSpeaker Bio: \n\n\n\nAll speakers are registered Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA) volunteering as part of CPA Canada’s Financial Literacy program. All CPA members are professional financial experts who have a solid reputation and position of trust with Canadians. Their top priorities are protecting and acting in the public’s interest. They are active in their communities and have a long history of giving back. \n\n\n\nCPA Canada is working to address the growing social problem of financial literacy in Canada. Their mission is to deliver unbiased objective financial literacy education and information to improve the overall state of financial literacy in Canada. The information they provide is free\, unbiased\, functional\, and clear\, delivered at the grassroots level through their national CPA member network. \n\n\n\nFor more information about CPA Canada’s Financial Literacy program\, please visit their website: https://www.cpacanada.ca/en/public-interest/financial-literacy
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/understanding-financial-statements-for-small-business-owners-7/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241129T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241129T113000
DTSTAMP:20260504T080336
CREATED:20241101T155426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T155426Z
UID:6282-1732874400-1732879800@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Ten Steps To Starting A Business (Virtual Resource)
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to start a small business at your own pace anywhere\, anytime! \n\n\n\nTen Steps to Starting a Business is an online guide written with the intent of pointing you\, the potential entrepreneur\, in the right direction – faster and easier! Now available in over 120+ languages.  \n\n\n\nJam-packed with information and resources for new business owners\, Ten Steps is broken down into 10 easy-to-follow steps available 24/7\, with both written and video resources available. \n\n\n\nTopics covered include: \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 Requirments\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\nPlease note this is a virtual online guide only\, no Zoom link will be sent. \n\n\n\nTo access the written guide and videos\, please register using the form below and you will receive a link to the email address provided. If you do not receive a link within a few minutes\, please check your Junk or Spam folders.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/ten-steps-to-starting-a-business-virtual-resource-5/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241204T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241204T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T080336
CREATED:20241120T154818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T154855Z
UID:6292-1733304600-1733310000@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Ten Steps To Starting A Business (Live Online Session)
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online (Zoom). \n\n\n\nThis FREE session is the perfect starting point for anyone thinking of opening a business with the goal of pointing you\, the potential entrepreneur\, in the right direction – faster and easier! \n\n\n\nSome of the topics covered include:  \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\nNote: Pre-registration is required. Please register by visiting the link below. \n\n\n\nUpon registering you will receive a Zoom link to the email address provided. If you do not receive a link within a few minutes\, please check your Junk or Spam folders.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/ten-steps-to-starting-a-business-live-online-session/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241204T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241204T113000
DTSTAMP:20260504T080336
CREATED:20241120T160138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T160138Z
UID:6294-1733304600-1733311800@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:T2 Corporation Tax Literacy Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Delivery: Online \n\n\n\nPresented by the Canada Revenue Agency’s Liaison Officer Service Program \n\n\n\nThe presentation is geared towards small incorporated businesses and will provide participants with the basic principles and resources needed to navigate the tax system. \n\n\n\nDuring the seminar\, the Liaison Officers will: \n\n\n\n\nExplain common tax errors\n\n\n\nDemonstrate how to use financial benchmarks for relevant industries\n\n\n\nProvide information on various tools and services offered by the CRA\n\n\n\nExplain general bookkeeping concepts and best practices
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/t2-corporation-tax-literacy-seminar-11/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241205T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241205T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T080336
CREATED:20241120T160357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T160357Z
UID:6295-1733392800-1733400000@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:First Steps in Exporting: From Starting Out to Getting a Buyer
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online. \n\n\n\nDid you know that on average\, companies that export have 120% greater sales than non-exporters\, are 13% more productive and experience double the rate of growth? \n\n\n\nOntario’s “First Steps in Exporting” program helps companies that are new to exporting familiarize themselves with key steps in growing your international sales in the U.S. and beyond. \n\n\n\nThe Ontario Ministry of Economic Development\, Job Creation and Trade want to support your small business by showing you the first steps in exporting. By the end of this webinar\, you will be more familiar with the path to take to grow your international sales with expert advice from the Government of Ontario. \n\n\n\nWhat you will learn: \n\n\n\n\nHow do I know if I’m ready to export?\n\n\n\nWhat kind of market research should I do? Where do I find that information?\n\n\n\nWhat are the financial and logistical implications to consider before exporting?\n\n\n\nI’m ready to enter international markets. How do I find a buyer outside of Canada?\n\n\n\nWhat is an elevator pitch? When can I use it?\n\n\n\n\nJoin us to learn how to get started exporting to global markets. \n\n\n\nSpeaker Bio: \n\n\n\nNick Furneaux is a Senior Export Advisor at Ontario’s Ministry of Economic Development\, Job Creation & Trade\, where he provides programs and services offered by the Ontario government to support businesses looking to start or expand their international exporting capabilities. Nick has been with the Ontario Public Service for 18 years\, starting with the Ministry of Research & Innovation in 2006. In 2012\, he led the Risk Capital Attraction Unit for Ontario’s International Trade Division of the Ministry of Economic Development & Innovation\, soliciting foreign venture capital funds to establish themselves in Ontario. \n\n\n\nIn 2022\, Nick assisted with the development of the Export Growth Action Plan initiative under Ontario’s Ministry of Economic Development\, Job Creation & Trade to increase the size and scale of Ontario companies looking to export globally. Born and raised in downtown Toronto\, Nick has a BA honours from Carleton University and an MA from the University of Toronto\, both in International Relations History.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/first-steps-in-exporting-from-starting-out-to-getting-a-buyer-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241205T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241205T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T080336
CREATED:20241125T135734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T135734Z
UID:6300-1733392800-1733400000@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Inclusivity Series: Championing Indigenous Involvement in Innovation
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online. \n\n\n\nJoin us to learn about the new Guide to Championing Indigenous Employment & Leadership and how you can incorporate these principles! \n\n\n\nOur roles and responsibilities around being in the right relationship with Indigenous Peoples extend into the professional spheres of our societies and lives\, including decolonizing our workplaces and ways of doing business; embedding the principles and actions of Truth & Reconciliation and UNDRIP; and building equity and inclusion throughout tech and innovation spaces in Canada. \n\n\n\nJoin Dr. Tanya Chung-Tiam-Fook to preview and explore the brand new Guide to Championing Indigenous Employment & Leadership\, written in collaboration with Centre for Indigenous Innovation and Technology and Venture for Canada. The Guide responds to growing expressions of interest and dedication by innovation leaders\, employers\, and organizations to improve their cultural and procedural learning and competencies around building respectful and reciprocal relationships and initiatives with Indigenous Community and Indigenous young professionals. \n\n\n\nThe Guide brings together core precepts\, teachings\, tools\, protocols\, wise cases\, spotlight on Indigenous innovation stories\, and resources. The aim is to help employers and leaders in the innovation industry learn from Indigenous experiences\, perspectives\, wisdoms and contributions – enabling the sector to intentionally and appropriately recruit\, culturally support and champion Indigenous talent and leadership in technology and innovation across sectors and spheres of practice. \n\n\n\nThis session is for tech and innovation employers and companies/organizations/start ups across disciplines and sectors interested in working with\, skilling and championing emerging Indigenous professionals and established innovation leaders. \n\n\n\nSpeaker: \n\n\n\nDr. Tanya Chung-Tiam-Fook\, Co-Holder & Advisor @ 7GenCities + Dark Matter Labs \n\n\n\nTanya is the co-founder and co-holder of 7GenCities and project advisor at Dark Matter Labs; advisor to a number of Indigenous\, foundation and non-profit organizations; and a part-time lecturer in environmental and urban studies. She is deeply engaged in Indigenous\, environmental\, transdisciplinary and trans-systemic approaches to education and research\, land relationships and stewardship\, climate resilience\, bioregional regeneration\, placekeeping\, innovation\, and healing justice and mental wellness. She is passionate about reciprocal\, collaborative and intergenerational pathways for learning and knowledge co-creation\, practice\, and partnerships in her roles within project and research leadership\, academia\, advising\, and community building. Her Akawaio-Kapon and mixed ancestry from Guyana and the Netherlands\, combined with community and international experiences across cultures\, ecologies and geographies\, enable her to bring multifaceted perspectives and sensibilities to her work that are both place-based and global.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/inclusivity-series-championing-indigenous-involvement-in-innovation/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241206T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241206T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T080336
CREATED:20241120T162200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T162232Z
UID:6296-1733477400-1733482800@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:T1 General Small Business Tax Literacy Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online. \n\n\n\nPresented by the Canada Revenue Agency’s Liaison Officer Service Program \n\n\n\nThis seminar is offered to owners of small businesses and self-employed individuals who need help in understanding their tax obligations. The presentation is geared towards unincorporated businesses and will provide participants with the basic principles and resources needed to navigate the tax system. \n\n\n\nDuring the seminar\, the Liaison Officers will: \n\n\n\n\nExplain general bookkeeping concepts and best practices\n\n\n\nExplain common tax errors\n\n\n\nDemonstrate how to use financial benchmarks for relevant industries\n\n\n\nProvide information on various tools and services offered by the CRA
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/t1-general-small-business-tax-literacy-seminar-13/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241211T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241211T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T080336
CREATED:20241120T162412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T162412Z
UID:6297-1733911200-1733914800@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:The Money Side of Business: Tools & Techniques for Managing Your Financials
DESCRIPTION:Delivery: Online \n\n\n\nAbout this event:\n\n\n\nThis financial literacy session will enable you to be able to use financial management tools to evaluate business and make informed financial decisions for your small business. \n\n\n\nWhat you will learn: \n\n\n\n\nWhat’s financial management?\n\n\n\nWhat tools can help operate my business?\n\n\n\nHow do I determine if a product is profitable? What’s my most profitable product?\n\n\n\nWho are my most profitable customers?\n\n\n\nWhy do I need a budget?\n\n\n\nHow do I create and use a budget?\n\n\n\nWhat reports do I need?\n\n\n\nHow do I tell where my business is heading?\n\n\n\n\nJoin us to learn more about the money side of business. \n\n\n\nSpeaker Bio: \n\n\n\nAll speakers are registered Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA) volunteering as part of CPA Canada’s Financial Literacy program. All CPA members are professional financial experts who have a solid reputation and position of trust with Canadians. Their top priorities are protecting and acting in the public’s interest. They are active in their communities and have a long history of giving back. \n\n\n\nCPA Canada is working to address the growing social problem of financial literacy in Canada. Their mission is to deliver unbiased objective financial literacy education and information to improve the overall state of financial literacy in Canada. The information they provide is free\, unbiased\, functional\, and clear\, delivered at the grassroots level through their national CPA member network. \n\n\n\nFor more information about CPA Canada’s Financial Literacy program\, please visit their website: https://www.cpacanada.ca/en/public-interest/financial-literacy
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/the-money-side-of-business-tools-techniques-for-managing-your-financials-6/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241212T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241212T160000
DTSTAMP:20260504T080336
CREATED:20240812T181520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T181521Z
UID:6144-1734008400-1734019200@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Access To Professionals (Business Legal): Virtual Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for business legal advice? \n\n\n\nWhen 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 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 of those burning questions you may have about your business. \n\n\n\nA to P business legal professionals can address most common questions such as: \n\n\n\n\nI’m starting a business. Do I need to incorporate?\n\n\n\nShould I operate as a sole proprietorship or a corporation?\n\n\n\nI’m starting a business with someone else. Should we operate as a partnership or a corporation?\n\n\n\nShould I incorporate federally or provincially?\n\n\n\nHow do I start a not-for-profit?\n\n\n\nWhat rules do I have to follow when naming my business?\n\n\n\nDo I have to register my business name?\n\n\n\nWhat should I look out for when signing a commercial lease?\n\n\n\nI’ve been asked to stop using my company’s name or logo\n\n\n\nWhat records do I have to keep or file to maintain my corporation?\n\n\n\nI need help writing or reviewing a business document or contract\n\n\n\n\nHow to book a session: \n\n\n\nSessions are free (Zoom\, phone)\, booked in 30-minute intervals (1-4 pm). \n\n\n\nThose wishing to participate MUST complete the form found by clicking on the “Register Now” button below. Once received\, a Hamilton Business Centre representative will then reach out to schedule your 30-minute\, one-on-one meeting time.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/access-to-professionals-business-legal-virtual-sessions-12/
ORGANIZER;CN="Hamilton Business Centre":MAILTO:hbc@hamilton.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250103T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250103T143000
DTSTAMP:20260504T080336
CREATED:20250102T163436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T163518Z
UID:6313-1735909200-1735914600@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Ten Steps To Starting A Business (Virtual Resource)
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to start a small business at your own pace anywhere\, anytime! \n\n\n\nTen Steps to Starting a Business is an online guide written with the intent of pointing you\, the potential entrepreneur\, in the right direction – faster and easier! Now available in over 120+ languages.  \n\n\n\nJam-packed with information and resources for new business owners\, Ten Steps is broken down into 10 easy-to-follow steps available 24/7\, with both written and video resources available. \n\n\n\nTopics covered include: \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 Requirments\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\nPlease note this is a virtual online guide only\, no Zoom link will be sent. \n\n\n\nTo access the written guide and videos\, please register using the form below and you will receive a link to the email address provided. If you do not receive a link within a few minutes\, please check your Junk or Spam folders.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/ten-steps-to-starting-a-business-virtual-resource-9/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250106T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250106T113000
DTSTAMP:20260504T080336
CREATED:20250102T163311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T163311Z
UID:6310-1736157600-1736163000@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Ten Steps To Starting A Business (Virtual Resource)
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to start a small business at your own pace anywhere\, anytime! \n\n\n\nTen Steps to Starting a Business is an online guide written with the intent of pointing you\, the potential entrepreneur\, in the right direction – faster and easier! Now available in over 120+ languages.  \n\n\n\nJam-packed with information and resources for new business owners\, Ten Steps is broken down into 10 easy-to-follow steps available 24/7\, with both written and video resources available. \n\n\n\nTopics covered include: \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 Requirments\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\nPlease note this is a virtual online guide only\, no Zoom link will be sent. \n\n\n\nTo access the written guide and videos\, please register using the form below and you will receive a link to the email address provided. If you do not receive a link within a few minutes\, please check your Junk or Spam folders.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/ten-steps-to-starting-a-business-virtual-resource-6/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250107T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250107T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T080336
CREATED:20250102T163123Z
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UID:6308-1736256600-1736262000@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Learn How to Scale\, Package\, and Market a Food Product
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wanted to launch your own food or beverage business but didn’t know how or where to start? Do you have a food product that is ready to be developed and brought to market right now? \n\n\n\nWhether you are a restaurant owner\, selling from a local farmer’s market\, or a foodie making and baking from home – this free 5-part video series will help get your favourite recipe retail ready! Led by Business Coach\, Professor\, Six Figure Entrepreneur\, and Top 20 Under 40\, Nicole Haney. \n\n\n\nTopics covered include: \n\n\n\n\nIntroduction to The Food and Beverage Industry\n\n\n\nPackaging and Labelling Your Food Product\n\n\n\nMaking Your Food Product More Attractive to Retailers\n\n\n\nHow to Approach and Secure Retailers\n\n\n\nSupporting In-store Sales and Scaling Your Food Business\n\n\n\n\nPlease note this is a virtual resource\, no Zoom link will be sent. To access the free 5-part video training series and quizzes\, please register using the form below and you will receive an email with a link to the videos.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/learn-how-to-scale-package-and-market-a-food-product-21/
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