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SUMMARY:10 Steps To Starting A Business (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:This FREE\, online session is a starting point for anyone thinking of opening a business. \n\n\n\nSome of the topics covered include: \n\n\n\nMarket researchRegistering your businessBusiness planningLicensing and zoningHST and taxesFinancing your business.\n\n\n\n*** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants only. \n\n\n\nIf you are running late or unable to attend\, please cancel your registration via email or call 905-540-6400. \n\n\n\nThank you.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/10-steps-to-starting-a-business-webinar-108/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220503T130000
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SUMMARY:Access To Professionals (Accounting): Virtual Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for Business Legal\, Accounting\, or Marketing advice? The Access to Professionals series provides an opportunity for you to meet with a professional for a 30 minute\, one-on-one meeting and gives you the opportunity to ask any questions you may have about your business. \n\n\n\nTo learn more about the Access to Professionals program please visit: https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/access-to-professionals-2/ \n\n\n\nHow to Book Your Session: \n\n\n\nSessions are free\, booked in 30 minute intervals. \n\n\n\n*** Those wishing to participate MUST complete the attached form pertaining to details on their inquiry. Please download the form below\, complete in Adobe Acrobat or Adobe Reader\, save and email back to the Centre. \n\n\n\nPlease note the attached form is a fillable/editable PDF. If you have any difficulties with the attached form please email us directly at mail@hamiltonbusinesscentre.ca. \n\n\n\nAtoP Client Form 2020Download\n\n\n\nOnce submitted\, your form will be reviewed and you will be contacted with available appointment times.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/access-to-professionals-accounting-virtual-sessions-18/
LOCATION:Hamilton Business Centre\, City Hall\, Main Floor\, 71 Main Street West\, 1st Floor City Hall\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 4Y5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Hamilton Business Centre":MAILTO:hbc@hamilton.ca
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UID:3565-1651669200-1651680000@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Access To Professionals (Marketing): Virtual Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for Business Legal\, Accounting\, or Marketing advice? The Access to Professionals series provides an opportunity for you to meet with a professional for a 30 minute\, one-on-one meeting and gives you the opportunity to ask any questions you may have about your business. \n\n\n\nTo learn more about the Access to Professionals program please visit: https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/access-to-professionals-2/ \n\n\n\nHow to Book Your Session: \n\n\n\nSessions are free\, booked in 30 minute intervals. \n\n\n\n*** Those wishing to participate MUST complete the attached form pertaining to details on their inquiry. Please download the form below\, complete in Adobe Acrobat or Adobe Reader\, save and email back to the Centre. \n\n\n\nPlease note the attached form is a fillable/editable PDF. If you have any difficulties with the attached form please email us directly at mail@hamiltonbusinesscentre.ca. \n\n\n\nAtoP Client Form 2020Download\n\n\n\nOnce submitted\, your form will be reviewed and you will be contacted with available appointment times.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/access-to-professionals-marketing-virtual-sessions-13/
LOCATION:Hamilton Business Centre\, City Hall\, Main Floor\, 71 Main Street West\, 1st Floor City Hall\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 4Y5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Hamilton Business Centre":MAILTO:hbc@hamilton.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220505T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220505T160000
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UID:3519-1651755600-1651766400@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Access To Professionals (Legal): Virtual Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for Business Legal\, Accounting\, or Marketing advice? The Access to Professionals series provides an opportunity for you to meet with a professional for a 30 minute\, one-on-one meeting and gives you the opportunity to ask any questions you may have about your business. \n\n\n\nTo learn more about the Access to Professionals program please visit: https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/access-to-professionals-2/ \n\n\n\nHow to Book Your Session: \n\n\n\nSessions are free\, booked in 30 minute intervals. \n\n\n\n*** Those wishing to participate MUST complete the attached form pertaining to details on their inquiry. Please download the form below\, complete in Adobe Acrobat or Adobe Reader\, save and email back to the Centre. \n\n\n\nPlease note the attached form is a fillable/editable PDF. If you have any difficulties with the attached form please email us directly at mail@hamiltonbusinesscentre.ca. \n\n\n\nAtoP Client Form 2020Download\n\n\n\nOnce submitted\, your form will be reviewed and you will be contacted with available appointment times.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/access-to-professionals-legal-virtual-sessions-19/
LOCATION:Hamilton Business Centre\, City Hall\, Main Floor\, 71 Main Street West\, 1st Floor City Hall\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 4Y5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Hamilton Business Centre":MAILTO:hbc@hamilton.ca
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UID:3889-1652103000-1652108400@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:10 Steps To Starting A Business (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:This FREE\, online session is a starting point for anyone thinking of opening a business. \n\n\n\nSome of the topics covered include: \n\n\n\nMarket researchRegistering your businessBusiness planningLicensing and zoningHST and taxesFinancing your business.\n\n\n\n*** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants only. \n\n\n\nIf you are running late or unable to attend\, please cancel your registration via email or call 905-540-6400. \n\n\n\nThank you.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/10-steps-to-starting-a-business-webinar-109/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220516T133000
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UID:3890-1652707800-1652713200@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:10 Steps To Starting A Business (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:This FREE\, online session is a starting point for anyone thinking of opening a business. \n\n\n\nSome of the topics covered include: \n\n\n\nMarket researchRegistering your businessBusiness planningLicensing and zoningHST and taxesFinancing your business.\n\n\n\n*** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants only. \n\n\n\nIf you are running late or unable to attend\, please cancel your registration via email or call 905-540-6400. \n\n\n\nThank you.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/10-steps-to-starting-a-business-webinar-110/
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UID:4057-1652864400-1652868000@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Starter Company Plus Information Session (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Starter Company Plus is a training and mentoring program for start-up businesses less than 1 year in age. \n\n\n\nThis program offers opportunities for FREE training in Business Planning\, Marketing\, and Social Media\, as well as Bookkeeping and Financial Management. \n\n\n\nPLUS\, there is an ongoing FREE mentorship opportunity AND funding opportunities of up to $5\,000 for eligible businesses approved into the program. \n\n\n\nIndividual Eligibility: \n\n\n\n18 years of age and overOntario resident – living in HamiltonCanadian Citizen/Permanent ResidentNot attending school full-time; not working outside the business more than 20 hours per weekOperating a full-time business in Hamilton (35+ hours per week)Not enrolled in another self-employment programThe applicant is fully responsible for the ongoing operation of the business and is the majority shareholder (at least 50%) in the case of a corporationAgree to follow all government rules and regulations for operating a business\n\n\n\nBusiness Activity Eligibility: \n\n\n\nBusiness is in the start-up and/or operational phase (less than 1 year in age)Businesses must be sales ready within the funding timeframeBusiness is an independent business ventureBusiness does not rely on commission salesBusiness is not an existing franchise operationBusiness operates at arm’s length from family business venturesBusiness operates full-time as defined in the business plan (35+ hours per week)Business maintains its own books and recordsBusiness maintains a separate business bank accountBusiness must follow all government rules and regulations\n\n\n\nThe next application deadline is 11:59 pm on May 31st\, 2022. \n\n\n\n*** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants only. \n\n\n\nIf you are running late or unable to attend\, please cancel your registration via email or call 905-540-6400. \n\n\n\nThank you.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/starter-company-plus-information-session-virtual-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220524T120000
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UID:4058-1653393600-1653397200@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Starter Company Plus Information Session (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Starter Company Plus is a training and mentoring program for start-up businesses less than 1 year in age. \n\n\n\nThis program offers opportunities for FREE training in Business Planning\, Marketing\, and Social Media\, as well as Bookkeeping and Financial Management. \n\n\n\nPLUS\, there is an ongoing FREE mentorship opportunity AND funding opportunities of up to $5\,000 for eligible businesses approved into the program. \n\n\n\nIndividual Eligibility: \n\n\n\n18 years of age and overOntario resident – living in HamiltonCanadian Citizen/Permanent ResidentNot attending school full-time; not working outside the business more than 20 hours per weekOperating a full-time business in Hamilton (35+ hours per week)Not enrolled in another self-employment programThe applicant is fully responsible for the ongoing operation of the business and is the majority shareholder (at least 50%) in the case of a corporationAgree to follow all government rules and regulations for operating a business\n\n\n\nBusiness Activity Eligibility: \n\n\n\nBusiness is in the start-up and/or operational phase (less than 1 year in age)Businesses must be sales ready within the funding timeframeBusiness is an independent business ventureBusiness does not rely on commission salesBusiness is not an existing franchise operationBusiness operates at arm’s length from family business venturesBusiness operates full-time as defined in the business plan (35+ hours per week)Business maintains its own books and recordsBusiness maintains a separate business bank accountBusiness must follow all government rules and regulations\n\n\n\nThe next application deadline is 11:59 pm on May 31st\, 2022. \n\n\n\n*** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants only. \n\n\n\nIf you are running late or unable to attend\, please cancel your registration via email or call 905-540-6400. \n\n\n\nThank you.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/starter-company-plus-information-session-virtual-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220524T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220524T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T085835
CREATED:20220501T195500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220501T195501Z
UID:3891-1653399000-1653404400@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:10 Steps To Starting A Business (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:This FREE\, online session is a starting point for anyone thinking of opening a business. \n\n\n\nSome of the topics covered include: \n\n\n\nMarket researchRegistering your businessBusiness planningLicensing and zoningHST and taxesFinancing your business.\n\n\n\n*** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants only. \n\n\n\nIf you are running late or unable to attend\, please cancel your registration via email or call 905-540-6400. \n\n\n\nThank you.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/10-steps-to-starting-a-business-webinar-111/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220524T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220524T150000
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CREATED:20220517T173053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220517T173350Z
UID:4061-1653400800-1653404400@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:My Main Street (MMS) Mastermind Session: Cash Flow Management
DESCRIPTION:Let’s discuss the importance of cash flow to your organization. \n\n\n\nAbout this event:\n\n\n\nLanguage: English Duration: 1.0 hours \n\n\n\nCourse Delivery: Online (via ZOOM) by the My Main Street Business Accelerator Program. This session is open to any and all business owners and entrepenerurs.  \n\n\n\nAll webinar participants will also receive access to a recording and any resource materials after the live session. \n\n\n\nSubject: Cash Flow\, Financials \n\n\n\nSession Overview:\n\n\n\nIn this interactive session\, you will meet with subject matter experts to learn their best practices and the key points they believe business owners should focus on\, including: \n\n\n\nHow to create a cash flow forecastHow to improve your cash flowSources of cash to grow your business\n\n\n\nParticipants will be encouraged to ask questions\, share resources and knowledge and to learn from other business owners. \n\n\n\nModerator:\n\n\n\nAndrew Patricio is the founder and owner of Bizlaunch\, a company that trains\, advises and mentors entrepreneurs. As an internationally recognized small business expert\, he has trained entrepreneurs in Canada and 21 other countries. Andrew understands entrepreneurs because he is an entrepreneur\, having started several businesses of his own and has authored two books on small business.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/my-main-street-mms-mastermind-session-cash-flow-management/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220525T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220525T110000
DTSTAMP:20260418T085835
CREATED:20220325T011121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220325T011122Z
UID:3705-1653469200-1653476400@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Canada Revenue Information Session - Tax Discussion (T1 Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Canada Revenue Information Session – Tax Discussion (T1 Webinar) \n\n\n\nThe Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) in conjunction with the Hamilton Business Centre will be hosting a free interactive session to discuss the following topics; \n\n\n\nCommon tax errors\, what causes them and how to avoid themFinancial benchmarksInformation on CRA servicesGeneral bookkeeping concepts and best practices\n\n\n\n*** Please note this session will be delivered virtually. A Microsoft Teams invitation will be sent to all participants the day before the planned workshop. \n\n\n\nIf you are running late or unable to attend\, please cancel your registration via email or call 905-540-6400. \n\n\n\nThank you.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/canada-revenue-information-session-tax-discussion-t1-webinar-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220530T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220530T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T085835
CREATED:20220510T171127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220510T171128Z
UID:4059-1653908400-1653912000@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Starter Company Plus Information Session (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Starter Company Plus is a training and mentoring program for start-up businesses less than 1 year in age. \n\n\n\nThis program offers opportunities for FREE training in Business Planning\, Marketing\, and Social Media\, as well as Bookkeeping and Financial Management. \n\n\n\nPLUS\, there is an ongoing FREE mentorship opportunity AND funding opportunities of up to $5\,000 for eligible businesses approved into the program. \n\n\n\nIndividual Eligibility: \n\n\n\n18 years of age and overOntario resident – living in HamiltonCanadian Citizen/Permanent ResidentNot attending school full-time; not working outside the business more than 20 hours per weekOperating a full-time business in Hamilton (35+ hours per week)Not enrolled in another self-employment programThe applicant is fully responsible for the ongoing operation of the business and is the majority shareholder (at least 50%) in the case of a corporationAgree to follow all government rules and regulations for operating a business\n\n\n\nBusiness Activity Eligibility: \n\n\n\nBusiness is in the start-up and/or operational phase (less than 1 year in age)Businesses must be sales ready within the funding timeframeBusiness is an independent business ventureBusiness does not rely on commission salesBusiness is not an existing franchise operationBusiness operates at arm’s length from family business venturesBusiness operates full-time as defined in the business plan (35+ hours per week)Business maintains its own books and recordsBusiness maintains a separate business bank accountBusiness must follow all government rules and regulations\n\n\n\nThe next application deadline is 11:59 pm on May 31st\, 2022. \n\n\n\n*** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants only. \n\n\n\nIf you are running late or unable to attend\, please cancel your registration via email or call 905-540-6400. \n\n\n\nThank you.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/starter-company-plus-information-session-virtual-7/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220530T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220530T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T085835
CREATED:20220501T195628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220501T195629Z
UID:3892-1653917400-1653922800@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:10 Steps To Starting A Business (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:This FREE\, online session is a starting point for anyone thinking of opening a business. \n\n\n\nSome of the topics covered include: \n\n\n\nMarket researchRegistering your businessBusiness planningLicensing and zoningHST and taxesFinancing your business.\n\n\n\n*** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants only. \n\n\n\nIf you are running late or unable to attend\, please cancel your registration via email or call 905-540-6400. \n\n\n\nThank you.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/10-steps-to-starting-a-business-webinar-112/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220531T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220531T130000
DTSTAMP:20260418T085835
CREATED:20220510T115417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220518T123335Z
UID:4055-1653998400-1654002000@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Instagram 101 For Small Businesses: Show up on Instagram with massive confidence
DESCRIPTION:*** Please note tickets will be available for purchase on May 13\, 2022 \n\n\n\nHosted by the Hamilton Digital Main Street Digital Service Squad\, join blogger\, journalist\, copywriter\, and social media manager Lindsay Smith of Lindsay Smith Creative for a 1-hour session on how to show up on Instagram with massive confidence and the strategies for selling your product or service.  \n\n\n\nWhat you’ll learn in this session: \n\n\n\nDefining your nicheOptimizing your profileThe difference between feed and storiesHow to create a (simple) reelHow to create a carouselKnowing your audienceHow to interpret analyticsHow to use stickers and interactive elements\n\n\n\n*** Registration is required. A Zoom link will be emailed to all registrants prior to the session. \n\n\n\nThe session will begin promptly at 12:00 pm. \n\n\n\nIf you are unable to attend\, please cancel your registration via email or call 905-540-6400. Thank you.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/instagram-101-for-small-businesses-show-up-on-instagram-with-massive-confidence-2/
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