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SUMMARY:Understanding Legal Business Structures in Canada
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online. \n\n\n\nHaving a business idea is the first step in your journey as an entrepreneur. Now it’s time to determine which business structure is the right fit for you. What are the differences between sole proprietorships and incorporations? Is one better suited to your goals? \n\n\n\n​​This webinar will clearly explain distinctions between sole proprietorships and corporations\, what each term means\, and how to choose the structure that best supports your business vision. \n\n\n\nPresented by: Ownr.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/understanding-legal-business-structures-in-canada/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250813T100000
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SUMMARY:Barcodes and Beyond: What You Need to be Market-Ready
DESCRIPTION:Learn how barcodes can get you market-ready for retail\, online sales\, and supply chain success. \n\n\n\nIn this free 60-minute online seminar\, learn about: \n\n\n\n\nGS1 Canada services\n\n\n\nThe roles played by GS1 Canada across the supply chain\n\n\n\nTools and resources on how to get started the right way.\n\n\n\n\nThis webinar will demystify barcodes by explaining why unique product identification is key when selling your product on a website\, through a retailer or an online marketplace. Having an authentic\, licensed barcode\, coupled with proper support systems\, will help you navigate regulatory and trading requirements while ensuring you are in conformity with your trading partners. \n\n\n\nPresented by GS1 Canada & Foodpreneur AdvantageDuration: 1 hour
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/barcodes-and-beyond-what-you-need-to-be-market-ready/
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UID:7163-1754906400-1754911800@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-52/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250808T100000
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UID:7153-1754647200-1754652600@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-47/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250804T100000
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UID:7161-1754301600-1754307000@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-51/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250801T100000
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UID:7151-1754042400-1754047800@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-46/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250728T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250728T113000
DTSTAMP:20250625T135651Z
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UID:6896-1753696800-1753702200@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-41/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250725T100000
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UID:6904-1753437600-1753443000@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-45/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250721T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250721T113000
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UID:6894-1753092000-1753097400@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-40/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250718T100000
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DTSTAMP:20250625T135926Z
CREATED:20250625T135926Z
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UID:6902-1752832800-1752838200@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-44/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250717T130000
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UID:6888-1752757200-1752760800@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Setting up Shop: From Local to Global
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online. \n\n\n\nDiscover how to successfully transition your business from a local player to a global competitor. This webinar will cover key aspects of international expansion\, including market research\, customer acquisition\, digital marketing\, brand building\, pricing strategies\, and customer service. Learn how to overcome challenges\, capitalize on opportunities\, and achieve long-term success in the global marketplace. \n\n\n\n​​Learning objectives: \n\n\n\n\n​Conduct in-depth market research to identify target customers\n\n\n\n​Develop effective customer segmentation and targeting strategies\n\n\n\n​Utilize digital marketing tools to reach international customers\n\n\n\n​Implement effective pricing strategies for different markets\n\n\n\n​Deliver exceptional customer service to build loyalty\n\n\n\n\nWho is this webinar for? \n\n\n\nEarly stage entrepreneurs who want to better understand how to scale their supply chain globally. Register Now.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/setting-up-shop-from-local-to-global/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250716T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250716T113000
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UID:6993-1752661800-1752665400@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Navigating the Foodservice Channel
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online. \n\n\n\nJoin the Government of Ontario in partnership with Flanagan Food Services on July 16th\, 2025 at 10:30 am for a free webinar to learn about navigating the food service channel. During this session food and beverage businesses will learn about how to successfully sell your products through this channel. \n\n\n\nA confirmation email will be sent to the email address provided with information about your order.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/navigating-the-foodservice-channel/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250714T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250714T113000
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UID:6892-1752487200-1752492600@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-39/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250711T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250711T113000
DTSTAMP:20250625T135850Z
CREATED:20250625T135850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T135850Z
UID:6900-1752228000-1752233400@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-43/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250710T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250710T153000
DTSTAMP:20250625T134343Z
CREATED:20250625T134343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T134343Z
UID:6886-1752156000-1752161400@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:ChatGPT for Small Business
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online. \n\n\n\nUnlock the power of AI in your day-to-day operations.This seminar is perfect for beginners and casual users who want to start using ChatGPT more effectively in their business. Learn how this powerful tool can help you work smarter\, save time\, and enhance your marketing and planning workflows.You’ll Discover How To: \n\n\n\n\nSimplify complex business tasks with smart prompts\n\n\n\nSave hours on content and planning tasks\n\n\n\nUse AI as your strategic sidekick\, not just a gimmick
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/chatgpt-for-small-business/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250709T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250709T163000
DTSTAMP:20250625T133950Z
CREATED:20250625T133950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T133950Z
UID:6884-1752073200-1752078600@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Winning SEO with Google Business Profile
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online. \n\n\n\nAbout this workshop: \n\n\n\nDid you know that your Google Business Profile is one of the top things that influence your ranking and how you show up in search engines results? \n\n\n\nIndeed\, reviews\, pictures\, categories\, and many more Google Business Profile items contribute to your position on Google. \n\n\n\nBut as you are reading this\, maybe you’re wondering “what is this Google Business thing I’ve never heard of?”. If so\, we’ve got you covered. \n\n\n\nIf you have an account\, this seminar will show you how to leverage it by learning easy to follow techniques designed to boost your profile so that it can generate awareness and engagement and get plenty of clicks\, and ultimately\, more leads and sales. \n\n\n\nIf you don’t a Google Profile account\, the session will teach you how to create your free account and get Google to notice it. \n\n\n\nWhat you will learn: \n\n\n\n\nHow to set up a Google Business Profile account\n\n\n\nWhat to do to optimize your account so it is shown more frequently\n\n\n\nHow to increase your visibility on Google Maps\n\n\n\n\nAbout the speaker: \n\n\n\nDavid Bird is the Founder and Principal of Bird’s Eye Marketing\, an Ottawa firm that specializes in getting NPOs and other organizations found on Google. He has been managing Google Ads (formerly AdWords) accounts since 2012 and is a recognized digital advertising and promotion expert. \n\n\n\nDavid is certified with Google Ads with specializations in search\, display and mobile advertising. He also has a Certificate of Achievement in Web Analytics from the University of British Columbia and has completed coursework in E-Marketing with the Canadian Marketing Association. \n\n\n\n*Please note that you will receive an email with the link to join this webinar upon registering and before the session. If you do not receive it\, please check your junk mailbox.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/winning-seo-with-google-business-profile/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250708T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250708T113000
DTSTAMP:20250625T133624Z
CREATED:20250625T133552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T133624Z
UID:6882-1751968800-1751974200@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Explore Alternative Streams of Revenue for Brick & Mortar Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online. \n\n\n\nAre you an entrepreneur who wants to feel more prepared with a diverse plan for sales? You know you need to do things differently but are not quite sure where to start? \n\n\n\nIf so\, join Change Connect for an interactive workshop where we will explore some of the common challenges most entrepreneurs face when needing to consider alternative ways of doing business and discuss how to tackle them effectively. Get 1:1 advice and guidance on your biggest business pain points! \n\n\n\nJoin us as we explore alternative streams of revenue\, and discover the ones that best fit your business needs and clients. \n\n\n\nIn the previous few years\, many businesses saw the reality of depending on only one stream of revenue. Diversification is necessary to form a stable foundation that supports business growth\, no matter the market conditions. \n\n\n\nDuring this session\, we will explore: \n\n\n\n\nBeyond the brick and mortar – revenue alternatives\n\n\n\nFramework for strategic growth\n\n\n\nA guide for decision making and evaluating options\n\n\n\nCreate your very own action plan\n\n\n\n\nNote: This is a virtual remote event. \n\n\n\nAbout the Presenter: \n\n\n\nSam Aldridge\, a prominent Management Consultant and Sales Leader based in Toronto\, is recognized for his transformative impact on businesses. In his current role at Change Connect\, Sam excels in designing and implementing strategic programs for Small and Medium-sized Businesses (SMBs)\, addressing critical gaps in strategy\, technology\, and organizational structure. \n\n\n\nPrior to Change Connect\, Sam’s sales leadership was evident as he aligned investment strategies with economic analysis\, driving revenue and identifying new business opportunities. His coaching in sales soft skills underscored his commitment to team development. His hands-on approach to sales processes\, market research\, and streamlined operations showcased his strategic thinking and adaptability. \n\n\n\nIn both consulting and sales leadership roles\, Sam Aldridge stands out for his ability to drive impactful change\, foster high-performing teams\, and navigate diverse markets. With a proven track record\, he continues to be a dynamic force in guiding businesses toward growth and operational excellence.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/explore-alternative-streams-of-revenue-for-brick-mortar-businesses/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250708T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250708T110000
DTSTAMP:20250625T133256Z
CREATED:20250625T133154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T133256Z
UID:6879-1751967000-1751972400@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Buying and Selling a Business
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online. \n\n\n\nThis comprehensive overview aims to equip participants with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the complexities of buying and selling a business effectively. \n\n\n\n\nPreparation Phase: Preparing Your Business for Sale: Steps to make your business attractive to potential buyers\, including financial audits\, streamlining operations\n\n\n\nValuation: Business Valuation Techniques: Methods such as market comparisons\, asset-based valuation\, and income approaches.\n\n\n\nThe Sales Process: Marketing the Business: Strategies for finding buyers\, using brokers\, and advertising the sale.\n\n\n\nDue Diligence: Due Diligence Process: Steps to thoroughly investigate the business being bought or sold\, including financial\, legal\, and operational due diligence.\n\n\n\nClosing the Deal: Finalizing the Transaction: Steps to close the deal\, including final negotiations\, signing the agreement\, and transferring ownership.\n\n\n\n\nPresented by: Joel Friedman \n\n\n\nA business development professional with extensive experience in the Franchise Industry. Joel has a track record of establishing and improving processes that result in a tremendous amount of success in sourcing\, following-up and negotiating\, revenue- generating new business initiatives. Extremely resourceful\, manages by empowerment and strives to set and meet individual and team goals.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/fundamentals-of-buying-and-selling-a-business/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250707T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250707T113000
DTSTAMP:20250625T135458Z
CREATED:20250625T135458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T135458Z
UID:6890-1751882400-1751887800@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-38/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250704T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250704T113000
DTSTAMP:20250625T135759Z
CREATED:20250625T135759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T135759Z
UID:6898-1751623200-1751628600@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-42/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250630T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250630T113000
DTSTAMP:20250603T122355Z
CREATED:20250603T122355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T122355Z
UID:6751-1751277600-1751283000@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-37/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250627T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250627T113000
DTSTAMP:20250603T122042Z
CREATED:20250603T122042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T122042Z
UID:6743-1751018400-1751023800@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-34/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250626T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250626T130000
DTSTAMP:20250603T135710Z
CREATED:20250603T134618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T135710Z
UID:6757-1750939200-1750942800@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Creating a One Liner for Your Business - Capture The Most Peoples's Attention Without Boring Them
DESCRIPTION:“People don’t buy the best products; they buy the products they can understand the fastest.”\n\n\n\nThink about the last time someone asked you “what do you do”? How did you answer it? \n\n\n\nAs business owners\, we get asked this all the time. If you’re like most people\, you probably started off by saying something like “my family started the business twenty years ago and then I got involved ….” or maybe you said something like “well\, it’s complicated”. \n\n\n\nEven if you didn’t answer exactly like above\, chances are you answered the question in such a confusing way the person you’re talking to forgot what you said two minutes later. When you don’t have a clear answer to the question “what do you do” it’s almost like asking someone to come into the door of your business and then turning them around and shoving them right back out. \n\n\n\nIf you don’t answer the question\, “what do you do” in a simple way\, people will forget about what you said the second you stop talking. Why? Because you haven’t told them the problem that you solve or how you make their life better. You haven’t answered that question in such a way that peaks people’s interest and makes them curious about your brand. \n\n\n\nIn this short lunchtime session hosted by the Hamilton Business Centre\, we’ll cover: \n\n\n\n\nwhat is a one liner and why you need one for your business\n\n\n\nhow to effectively write a compelling one liner for your business that captures the most people’s attention without boring them\n\n\n\nhow to use a one line to position your business so people immediately know the problem you solve and how it will make their life better\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/creating-a-one-liner-for-your-business-capture-the-most-peopless-attention-without-boring-them-6/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250624T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250624T150000
DTSTAMP:20250603T134504Z
CREATED:20250603T122547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T134504Z
UID:6755-1750771800-1750777200@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-27/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250623T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250623T113000
DTSTAMP:20250603T122325Z
CREATED:20250603T122325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T122325Z
UID:6749-1750672800-1750678200@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-36/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250620T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250620T130000
DTSTAMP:20250603T140930Z
CREATED:20250603T140503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T140930Z
UID:6759-1750420800-1750424400@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Business Model Canvas: How to Use The 1-Page Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online (Zoom). \n\n\n\nUsing 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 model\, it’s critical that you have a well-documented plan in place. \n\n\n\nIn this short lunchtime session hosted by the Hamilton Business Centre\, discover how to use and map out the 9 components that make up the Business Model Canvas format. \n\n\n\nTopics covered include: \n\n\n\n\nCreating a value proposition\n\n\n\nUnderstanding different types of customer relationships\n\n\n\nThe five questions you need to ask yourself when building revenue streams\n\n\n\n\nAfter completing the webinar\, participants will have a stronger grasp of what goes into building a business model. Participants will also receive a business model canvas template\, with included explanations. \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/business-model-canvas-how-to-use-the-1-page-business-plan-7/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250620T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250620T113000
DTSTAMP:20250603T122017Z
CREATED:20250603T122017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T122017Z
UID:6741-1750413600-1750419000@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-33/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250617T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250617T120000
DTSTAMP:20250606T135822Z
CREATED:20250606T135419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T135822Z
UID:6769-1750156200-1750161600@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Coffee & Conversations - Copywriting (with Vanessa Green)
DESCRIPTION:Struggling to write copy that grabs attention? Wish you could nail your brand voice or avoid common copywriting mistakes? \n\n\n\nJoin us for Coffee & Conversations for Small Business and get real\, actionable advice from an expert – no fluff\, no sales pitches\, just straight-up tips over coffee! \n\n\n\nCome to Common House Cafe (1st Floor\, Hamilton City Hall) for a laid-back chat with industry pro Vanessa Green of Greenlight Content\, who’ll break down How to Write Copy That Converts\, Brand Voice Basics for Business Owners\, Common Copy Mistakes (and Easy Fixes)\, and DIY Copy Tips for Non-Writers. \n\n\n\nTopics of discussion: \n\n\n\n\nCopywriting that sells\n\n\n\nBuilding a standout brand voice\n\n\n\nCommon copy mistakes (and easy fixes)\n\n\n\nDIY tips for non-writers\n\n\n\n\nLocation: Common House Café\, 1st Floor\, Hamilton City Hall\, 71 Main Street (complimentary coffee provided) \n\n\n\nImportant: Only 20 spots available for small business owners! Reserve your seat now by registering below and submitting your questions for Vanessa. Only registered attendees admitted.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/coffee-conversations-copywriting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250616T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250616T113000
DTSTAMP:20250603T122257Z
CREATED:20250603T122256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T122257Z
UID:6747-1750068000-1750073400@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-35/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250613T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250613T150000
DTSTAMP:20250523T173240Z
CREATED:20250523T173239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T173240Z
UID:6726-1749823200-1749826800@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Make Your Social Media Work For You
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online. \n\n\n\nAshley Small\, founder of Small Creative Co\, will be discussing how to create a strong brand presence on social media\, knowing your audience\, and best practices/basics for content creation. This presentation is for the business owner that wants to see more results on social media\, create a loyal customer base\, and discuss the small things that can make a big impact on your content.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/make-your-social-media-work-for-you/
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