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Business Model Canvas: How to Use The 1-Page Business Plan

Location: Online (Zoom). Using the Business Model Canvas (aka, 1-page business plan) can help simplify your business planning in a highly visual way while also saving you valuable time. Whether you're new to entrepreneurship or an existing multinational corporation looking to change your existing…

Service Canada: Overview of Employment Insurance

Location: Online. Learn how to access Service Canada programs and services as an employer or a business. This session will include: Learning Outcome: New initiatives/programs for businesses, employers, and self-employed. Presenters: Citizen Services Specialists from Service Canada.

Privacy and Your Business: An Introduction to PIPEDA

Location: Online. The Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC) provides information to help businesses comply with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and better protect the privacy of Canadians, their clients, and customers. This information session will provide an overview of…

Ten Steps To Starting A Business

Learn how to start a small business at your own pace anywhere, anytime! Ten 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…

Ten Steps To Starting A Business

Learn how to start a small business at your own pace anywhere, anytime! Ten 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…

Growth and Expansion: How to Best Grow Your Business

Location: Online. This financial literacy webinar will help you determine when business expansion makes sense. It will also help you understand how to project growth and expansion for your small business. Lastly, after the presentation, you will know how to react when unexpected growth…

T1 General Small Business Tax Literacy Seminar

Location: Online. Presented by the Canada Revenue Agency’s Liaison Officer Service Program This 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…

Ten Steps To Starting A Business

Learn how to start a small business at your own pace anywhere, anytime! Ten 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…

Ten Steps To Starting A Business

Learn how to start a small business at your own pace anywhere, anytime! Ten 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…

Market Research

Location: Online. Learn the practical aspects of conducting market research, a comprehensive guide to uncovering essential insights about your industry, customers, and competitors. Price: $29.57 +HST (per seminar). Hosted by Halton Region.

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Driving Digital Success: Strategies for Small Businesses to Succeed Online

As the world shifts towards digitalization, it’s no longer a matter of “if” but “how well.” In this webinar, delivered by Digital Main Street, we'll explore essential digital strategies for attracting more customers and driving growth for your small business. You will gain insights into key…

Access To Professionals (Business Legal): Virtual Sessions

Are you looking for business legal advice? When running your own business there are many legal issues you’ll need to consider. Whether it's how to best develop your business structure, protect your brand, review contracts, or deal with human resources questions. The Access to Professionals…

Ten Steps To Starting A Business

Learn how to start a small business at your own pace anywhere, anytime! Ten 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…

Ten Steps To Starting A Business

Learn how to start a small business at your own pace anywhere, anytime! Ten 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…

Employment Standards Overview

The Employment Standards Act, 2000 (ESA) is a law that sets out the rights and responsibilities of employees and employers in Ontario with respect to rates of pay, hours of work and overtime, vacations, public holidays, leaves of absence and more. The ESA applies…

Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada: What Entrepreneurs Must Know

Whether you are planning to hire foreign workers or you are interested to find ways to retain your foreign workers, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is available to offer you guidance. Learn more about the key concepts surrounding immigration and other aspects when…

Barcodes and Beyond: What You Need to be Market-Ready for Import & Export

Location: Online. For anyone developing a product line, there are so many questions about what to do. From regulatory requirements to best practices, from barcodes to beyond, this webinar will teach you what you need to take your product to market, whether it’s your…

How To Use Lead Magnets To Grow Your Contact Lists

Location: Online (Zoom). Have you invested in a website for your business, but you’re still struggling to generate leads? Are you trying to get started with email marketing but only have a small list of contacts to market to? Lead magnets are a great…

Ten Steps To Starting A Business

Learn how to start a small business at your own pace anywhere, anytime! Ten 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…

Ten Steps To Starting A Business

Learn how to start a small business at your own pace anywhere, anytime! Ten 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…

Small Business Week: Unlock tomorrow’s business trends to fast-track your growth

Location: Online. Your future success depends on the actions you’ll take now. Business trends are changing fast, and entrepreneurs must adapt to an unpredictable environment where: Opportunities abound for businesses to curb expenses and drive growth amid these disruptions. Join our experts to find…

Small Business Week: Scaling Success

Location: Online. Part presentation, part panel discussion, this virtual event is for entrepreneurs looking to scale their businesses and wanting to learn from those who have already successfully grown their operations. Agenda:

Essential Business Foundations: 5 Key Legal Tips for Success

Location: Online (Zoom). Navigating 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. Adrianna Inneo, a lawyer in Ross & McBride’s Business Law Group, will…

Global Business Chats: International Talent

Location: In-person. Join us for Global Business Chats: International Talent to learn about diverse workforce strategies and opportunities to hire top talent! Is your company looking to… Join us at the Uptown Business Club for Global Business Chats: International Talent! Don’t miss this exciting…

Why Financial Ratios Matter: How to Know if You’re Turning a Profit

Location: Online. This financial literacy webinar will show you how to calculate key financial ratios and understand the meaning of the calculations. By the end of the session, you will be able to interpret the results to become better managers of your small business.…

Gearing up for Entrepreneurship with Blueprint

Location: Online. Your business idea is brilliant—you just know it could become something big. But how do you start? Where do you start? What are your sales projections? Should you worry about competition? (Hint: yes) How do you decide your company goals? What even is a mission statement? Which is where a business…

Ten Steps To Starting A Business

Learn how to start a small business at your own pace anywhere, anytime! Ten 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…

Ten Steps To Starting A Business

Learn how to start a small business at your own pace anywhere, anytime! Ten 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…

Balancing Your Balance Sheet

Location: Online. This financial literacy session will focus on understanding the key ratios that create a healthy balance sheet for your small business. It will also detail what actions you can take to fix an unhealthy balance sheet. These aspects of balance sheets can…

International Entrepreneur Meetup

Are you an international entrepreneur?  ​Join us for a relaxed evening of conversation and learning, where you can connect with entrepreneurs from around the globe and supporters within the Hamilton innovation ecosystem ​ What can you expect? ​You won’t want to miss this incredible evening…

Insurance for Small Business

Location: Online This 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. What you will learn: Join us to learn all about…

Ten Steps To Starting A Business

Location: Online (Zoom). This 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! Some of the topics covered include: Note: Pre-registration is…

Access To Professionals (Business Legal): Virtual Sessions

Are you looking for business legal advice? When running your own business there are many legal issues you’ll need to consider. Whether it's how to best develop your business structure, protect your brand, review contracts, or deal with human resources questions. The Access to Professionals…

Entrepreneurship & Mental Health: Why It Matters

Location: Online. Learn 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…

Incubators: How Venturepark Labs Can Help Your Business

Location: Online. This 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. What you will learn: Join us to learn more about incubators…

Ten Steps To Starting A Business (Virtual Resource)

Learn how to start a small business at your own pace anywhere, anytime! Ten 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…

Learn How to Scale, Package, and Market a Food Product

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? Whether you are a restaurant owner,…

Accounting for Non-Profits: Understanding Financial Statements

Location: Online. This 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. What you will…

Getting Started with Intelectual Property (IP): Why is IP Important?

Event location: Online. Innovation 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).…

WSIB: Laws & Regulations for Small Businesses

Delivery: Online. About this event: Workplace injuries are an important issue and can be costly for small business. Many employers do not understand their Health and Safety responsibilities and legal obligations. Please join Enterprise Toronto in this free webinar provided by Workplace Safety and Insurance…

Ten Steps To Starting A Business (Virtual Resource)

Learn how to start a small business at your own pace anywhere, anytime! Ten 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…

Ten Steps To Starting A Business (Virtual Resource)

Learn how to start a small business at your own pace anywhere, anytime! Ten 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…

Essential Business Foundations: 5 Key Legal Tips for Success

Location: Online (Zoom). Navigating 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. Adrianna Inneo, a lawyer in Ross & McBride’s Business Law Group, will…

Financial Survival for Entrepreneurs

Location: Online. This 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…

Harnessing The Power of Generative AI For Content Creation

Location: Online (Zoom). Generative AI offers incredible benefits to small business owners, especially when it comes to streamlining tasks and processes related to content creation. But many owners aren’t sure where to start when it comes to using generative AI for content creation and…

Ten Steps To Starting A Business (Virtual Resource)

Learn how to start a small business at your own pace anywhere, anytime! Ten 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…

Ten Steps To Starting A Business (Virtual Resource)

Learn how to start a small business at your own pace anywhere, anytime! Ten 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…

Learn How to Scale, Package, and Market a Food Product

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? Whether you are a restaurant owner,…

Understanding Financial Statements for Small Business Owners

About this event: Location: Online. This 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. What you will learn: Join us to learn how…

Ten Steps To Starting A Business (Virtual Resource)

Learn how to start a small business at your own pace anywhere, anytime! Ten 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…

Ten Steps To Starting A Business (Live Online Session)

Location: Online (Zoom). This 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! Some of the topics covered include: Note: Pre-registration is…

T2 Corporation Tax Literacy Seminar

Delivery: Online Presented by the Canada Revenue Agency’s Liaison Officer Service Program The presentation is geared towards small incorporated businesses and will provide participants with the basic principles and resources needed to navigate the tax system. During the seminar, the Liaison Officers will:

First Steps in Exporting: From Starting Out to Getting a Buyer

Location: Online. Did 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? Ontario’s “First Steps in Exporting” program helps companies that are new to exporting familiarize themselves with…

Inclusivity Series: Championing Indigenous Involvement in Innovation

Location: Online. Join us to learn about the new Guide to Championing Indigenous Employment & Leadership and how you can incorporate these principles! Our roles and responsibilities around being in the right relationship with Indigenous Peoples extend into the professional spheres of our societies…

T1 General Small Business Tax Literacy Seminar

Location: Online. Presented by the Canada Revenue Agency’s Liaison Officer Service Program This 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 Money Side of Business: Tools & Techniques for Managing Your Financials

Delivery: Online About this event: This 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. What you will learn: Join us to learn more about the money…

Access To Professionals (Business Legal): Virtual Sessions

Are you looking for business legal advice? When running your own business there are many legal issues you’ll need to consider. Whether it's how to best develop your business structure, protect your brand, review contracts, or deal with human resources questions. The Access to Professionals…

Access To Professionals (Business Legal): Virtual Sessions

Are you looking for business legal advice? When running your own business there are many legal issues you’ll need to consider. Whether it's how to best develop your business structure, protect your brand, review contracts, or deal with human resources questions. The Access to Professionals…

Bank Ready: How to Secure the Financing Your Business Needs

Location: Online. Presented by: FirstOntario Credit Union, Small Business Services. Join us for an engaging online workshop designed to empower small business owners with key insights into securing business financing. Led by Queenette Martins, Account Manager at FirstOntario Credit Union, and Colin Cyr, Senior Manager…

Access To Professionals (Business Legal): Virtual Sessions

Are you looking for business legal advice? When running your own business there are many legal issues you’ll need to consider. Whether it's how to best develop your business structure, protect your brand, review contracts, or deal with human resources questions. The Access to Professionals…

Access To Professionals (Business Legal): Virtual Sessions

Are you looking for business legal advice? When running your own business there are many legal issues you’ll need to consider. Whether it's how to best develop your business structure, protect your brand, review contracts, or deal with human resources questions. The Access to Professionals…

Bank Ready: How to Secure the Financing Your Business Needs

Location: Online. Presented by: FirstOntario Credit Union, Small Business Services. Join us for an engaging online workshop designed to empower small business owners with key insights into securing business financing. Led by Queenette Martins, Account Manager at FirstOntario Credit Union, and Colin Cyr, Senior Manager…

Access To Professionals (Business Legal): Virtual Sessions

Are you looking for business legal advice? When running your own business there are many legal issues you’ll need to consider. Whether it's how to best develop your business structure, protect your brand, review contracts, or deal with human resources questions. The Access to Professionals…

Access To Professionals (Business Legal): Virtual Sessions

Are you looking for business legal advice? When running your own business there are many legal issues you’ll need to consider. Whether it's how to best develop your business structure, protect your brand, review contracts, or deal with human resources questions. The Access to Professionals…

Access To Professionals (Business Legal): Virtual Sessions

Are you looking for business legal advice? When running your own business there are many legal issues you’ll need to consider. Whether it's how to best develop your business structure, protect your brand, review contracts, or deal with human resources questions. The Access to Professionals…

Bank Ready: How to Secure the Financing Your Business Needs

Location: Online. Presented by: FirstOntario Credit Union, Small Business Services. Join us for an engaging online workshop designed to empower small business owners with key insights into securing business financing. Led by Queenette Martins, Account Manager at FirstOntario Credit Union, and Colin Cyr, Senior Manager…

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