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SUMMARY:Ten Steps To Starting A Business
DESCRIPTION:** Please note this is a virtual resource\, no Zoom link will be sent. To access the resource and videos\, please register using the form below and you will receive an email with a link to Ten Steps. \n\n\n\nLearn how to start a small business at your own pace anywhere\, anytime!\n\n\n\nTen Steps to Starting a Business is an online resource guide written with the intent of pointing you\, the potential entrepreneur\, in the right direction – faster and easier! \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\nTo access Ten Steps simply register by completing the form below.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/ten-steps-to-starting-a-business-19/
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SUMMARY:Web Presence 101 – Ensuring Your Foundation Is Set (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Delivery: Online (via ZOOM) \n\n\n\nJoin us to learn the fundamentals of your online web presence\, and to make sure you are putting yourself in the best position possible!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event:\n\n\n\nYour customers are on the web. Having a strategy for your online presence allows you to market your small business online so customers can easily find you. In this workshop hosted by the Toronto Digital Service Squad\, we’ll discuss the importance of getting your business online and where to start with developing your online presence. \n\n\n\nWhat you will learn: \n\n\n\n\nWhat is web presence and what platforms you can use to set up your website\n\n\n\nHow to create a professionally-designed\, responsive website for your business\n\n\n\nHow to optimize website content to improve your search engine ranking (SEO)\n\n\n\nSetting up your Google My Business listing and other online directories\n\n\n\nGetting started with social media\n\n\n\nHow email marketing can grow your business and encourage repeat customers\n\n\n\nDeveloping a cohesive brand voice online\n\n\n\nEngaging with customers virtually and building relationships on the web\n\n\n\n\nJoin us to learn how to build the foundation for your business’s web presence. \n\n\n\nTo join this webinar – register below.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/web-presence-101-ensuring-your-foundation-is-set-webinar-8/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230404T190000
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UID:5008-1680634800-1680640200@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Google Analytics 4 for Beginners (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Delivery: Online (via ZOOM) \n\n\n\nAre you ready to unlock the secrets of your website’s performance and gain valuable insights into your online audience? Google Analytics is a powerful tool that can give you a deeper understanding of who is visiting your website\, what they’re doing there\, and how to optimize your online presence for maximum impact. \n\n\n\nDiscover the fundamentals of Google Analytics in this beginner-level webinar. We’ll cover Google Analytics 4 (the new version\, which will become default in July 2023). \n\n\n\nYou’ll learn: \n\n\n\n\nHow Google Analytics works and how it can give your business a competitive edge\n\n\n\nHow to connect your website to Google Analytics and set up Google Analytics properly\n\n\n\nHow to identify the purpose and goals of your website\, so you can use Google Analytics to make data-driven decisions to help grow your business\n\n\n\nHow to find the most valuable reports for your business inside Google Analytics 4\n\n\n\n\nThis workshop is a free online webinar for small businesses in Ontario. Participate online for free\, using your preferred device (laptop\, smartphone or tablet). All you need is a fast internet connection and free webinar software. Download details will be provided after registration. \n\n\n\nWebinars will be recorded and made available to all registrants. \n\n\n\nEveryone who registers for this webinar will be entered into a draw to win a free eBook copy of See You on the Internet: Building Your Small Business with Digital Marketing. The winners will be chosen at random and announced during the workshop\, and you have to be in attendance to claim your prize.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/google-analytics-4-for-beginners/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230406T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230406T160000
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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 (1-4 pm). \n\n\n\nThose wishing to participate MUST complete the form found by clicking on the link below. Once received\, a Hamilton Business Centre representative will then reach out to schedule your 30-minute\, one-on-one meeting time. \n\n\n\n\nhttp://21145108.hs-sites.com/access-to-professionals\n\n\n\n\nIf you have any difficulties with the form above or have questions\, please email us at mail@hamiltonbusinesscentre.ca.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/access-to-professionals-legal-virtual-sessions-27/
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:20230407T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230407T193000
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UID:5016-1680890400-1680895800@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Ten Steps To Starting A Business
DESCRIPTION:** Please note this is a virtual resource\, no Zoom link will be sent. To access the resource and videos\, please register using the form below and you will receive an email with a link to Ten Steps. \n\n\n\nLearn how to start a small business at your own pace anywhere\, anytime!\n\n\n\nTen Steps to Starting a Business is an online resource guide written with the intent of pointing you\, the potential entrepreneur\, in the right direction – faster and easier! \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\nTo access Ten Steps simply register by completing the form below.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/ten-steps-to-starting-a-business-21/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230411T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230411T113000
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UID:5012-1681207200-1681212600@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Social Media for Your Business (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Delivery: Online (via ZOOM) \n\n\n\nSocial media is an invaluable tool for today’s business\, whether you are just starting out or have been established for years.\n\n\n\nAbout this Event:\n\n\n\nNot understanding how to use social media effectively can leave you overwhelmed and ultimately hurt your bottom line as your potential customers can easily find your competitors. This workshop hosted by the Toronto Digital Service Squad will leave you with a better understanding of how to leverage the power of social media to grow your online community\, drive sales and reduce marketing costs. \n\n\n\nWhat you will learn: \n\n\n\n\nHow to choose the right social media platform(s) for your business\n\n\n\nHow to set up and optimize social media profiles\n\n\n\nThe basics of Instagram & Facebook shopping and how to utilize shoppable feeds\n\n\n\nBest practices for engagement on Facebook\, LinkedIn\, Twitter\, Instagram\, TikTok and Pinterest\n\n\n\nGrowing your social media community using both organic and paid strategies\n\n\n\nPlanning and curating your social media content\n\n\n\nTools for managing platforms and scheduling posts to save you time and energy\n\n\n\n\nJoin us to learn the ropes of building an engaging and profitable social media presence for your business. \n\n\n\nTo join this webinar please register below.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/social-media-for-your-business-webinar-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230411T120000
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UID:4846-1681214400-1681218000@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Get to Know Your Local Hamilton Shopper (Make Better-informed Business Decisions with Data)
DESCRIPTION:Delivery: Online (via ZOOM) \n\n\n\nInterested in gaining insights on local demographics which may help you make better-informed business decisions?\n\n\n\nIn this information session\, demographic information for 10 different communities in Hamilton will be explored. Any business that exists within a fifteen-minute walking distance of these areas may find the information in the presentation useful. \n\n\n\nThis demographic information comes from Community Market Profiles acquired by the Hamilton Business Centre through My Main Street’s Local Business Accelerator program. These profiles were generated using the data set of Environics Analytics\, one of North America’s “leading data\, analytics\, and marketing services companies”. \n\n\n\nTopics will include: \n\n\n\n\nConsumer segments living in the area. With knowledge on consumer segments\, you will better understand the groups living around your business. This understanding may allow you to make more appealing products\, services\, and messaging.\n\n\n\nLocal values. Local values can be used to inspire and improve your marketing message. The information session will provide examples on how this can be done.\n\n\n\nTop reasons why locals follow brands on social media. With this information\, you will know what social media content is more likely to generate followers. With more followers on social media\, your business will have greater exposure\, potentially increasing sales.\n\n\n\n\nAreas covered include: \n\n\n\n\nWaterdown\n\n\n\nHess Village\n\n\n\nKing West BIA\n\n\n\nLocke Street BIA\n\n\n\nMain West Esplanade BIA\n\n\n\nJames Street Corridor\n\n\n\nConcession Street BIA\n\n\n\nInternational Village BIA\n\n\n\nKing Street East Corridor\n\n\n\nStoney Creek
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/get-to-know-your-local-hamilton-shopper-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230414T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230414T193000
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UID:5017-1681495200-1681500600@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Ten Steps To Starting A Business
DESCRIPTION:** Please note this is a virtual resource\, no Zoom link will be sent. To access the resource and videos\, please register using the form below and you will receive an email with a link to Ten Steps. \n\n\n\nLearn how to start a small business at your own pace anywhere\, anytime!\n\n\n\nTen Steps to Starting a Business is an online resource guide written with the intent of pointing you\, the potential entrepreneur\, in the right direction – faster and easier! \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\nTo access Ten Steps simply register by completing the form below.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/ten-steps-to-starting-a-business-22/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230418T113000
DTSTAMP:20260416T122047
CREATED:20230321T150414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T150520Z
UID:5013-1681812000-1681817400@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:eCommerce 101: What\, Why\, and How (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Delivery: Online (via ZOOM) \n\n\n\nMore consumers than ever before are turning to online shopping for greater convenience\, safety\, and variety.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event:\n\n\n\nIn this webinar\, the Toronto Digital Service Squad will teach you the basic steps to setting up an online store. We will cover everything from what you need to prepare before launching a store\, to choosing an e-commerce platform\, to providing excellent customer service online. You’ll finish this session feeling excited about how e-commerce can help you reach new customers and expand into different markets. \n\n\n\nWhat you will learn: \n\n\n\n\nWhat is e-commerce\, why it’s important\, and the benefits of selling online\n\n\n\nWhat platforms are available and how to pick the right one for you\n\n\n\nThe basics of inventory management\, choosing the right solution and streamlining point-of-sale for both in-store and online\n\n\n\nOptimizing your website content\, choosing the right themes\, and the basics of search engine optimization (SEO)\n\n\n\nHow to set up secure payments and various shipping options & costs\n\n\n\nLook at the basics of driving traffic to your store and boost sales through a variety of digital marketing channels\n\n\n\nHow to provide excellent customer service throughout the e-commerce purchase funnel\n\n\n\nJoin us to learn why you should consider e-commerce for your business and how you can easily get started.\n\n\n\n\nTo join this webinar please register below.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/ecommerce-101-what-why-and-how-webinar-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230419T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230419T110000
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UID:5132-1681898400-1681902000@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Marketing Essentials for Small Business 101
DESCRIPTION:Delivery: Online (via WebEx) \n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\nFor any new business\, growing your customer base is your top priority. Marketing is a critical piece of being found by your target audience\, converting those prospects to customers\, and keeping customers over the long term. This webinar will give you an introduction to the tips and tools you need to get your marketing started on the right foot. By the end of the presentation\, you will have everything you need to establish your brand\, identify and reach your target audience\, get your small business found by your prospects\, and drive new sales through the groundwork of establishing your small business’s marketing presence. \n\n\n\nWhat you will learn: \n\n\n\n\nHave I clearly defined my brand purpose?\n\n\n\nWhat is a core value proposition?\n\n\n\nHow do I know who my customers are and how do I reach them?\n\n\n\nHow do I get my small business noticed on Google?\n\n\n\nHow do I create effective paid digital and social ads?\n\n\n\nWhat digital presence can I establish for my brand?\n\n\n\nIs my website as effective as it needs to be?\n\n\n\nWhat social platforms should I leverage? How do I effectively engage on social media?\n\n\n\nWhat non-digital marketing channels should I consider?\n\n\n\nWhere can my small business be found?\n\n\n\nHow do I grow loyalty from existing customers?\n\n\n\nWhat tools and resources can I use today to help market & advertise my small business?\n\n\n\n\nJoin us to learn about marketing and advertising for your small business. \n\n\n\nSpeaker Bio:\n\n\n\nThis session will be presented by Vicki Waschkowski\, founder of Hook Marketing. \n\n\n\nHook Marketing is a boutique agency offering customized support to small and mid-sized businesses\, across all aspects of strategic planning\, branding\, website development\, digital marketing\, social media management\, and more. \n\n\n\nVicki is also a marketing professor at Mohawk College\, a post-grad social media professor at Seneca\, and a Chartered Marketer curriculum developer & instructor for the Canadian Marketing Association. \n\n\n\nVicki’s experience has spanned over 20 years\, on the leadership teams of some of Canada’s biggest marketing agencies and corporate franchises. She effectively applies big-agency and corporate insights to small business setup and success. \n\n\n\nIf you require accommodation\, please notify us by email at least 4 weeks before the event date at etoronto@toronto.ca. To cancel the accommodation\, we require 5 business days’ notice before the event date.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/marketing-essentials-for-small-business-101/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230420T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230420T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T122047
CREATED:20230321T143328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T181430Z
UID:5007-1681992000-1681995600@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Customer Relationship Management (CRM) 101: Streamline and Optimize Your Customer Experience Strategy
DESCRIPTION:Delivery: Online (via ZOOM) \n\n\n\nCustomer Relationship Management (CRM) platforms are powerful systems that connect all the data about your leads and customers to help supercharge your marketing and sales activities.\n\n\n\nA CRM can record and analyzes all the activity between a business and its contacts to improve customer service\, drive sales\, and increase revenue. \n\n\n\nIn this session designed for business owners and entrepreneurs\, you’ll learn CRM fundamentals as well as how implementing a system for your business can help better target\, nurture\, and engage prospective and existing customers \n\n\n\nHosted by the Hamilton Digital Main Street Digital Service Squad\, join marketing strategist and owner of Greenlight Content Vanessa Green for a 1-hour session on the benefits of implementing a CRM system for your small business. \n\n\n\nWhat you’ll learn in this session: \n\n\n\n\nThe value a CRM provides to businesses\n\n\n\nHow to use CRM data to improve your marketing and sales activities\n\n\n\nHow a CRM can help target and convert leads\n\n\n\nWhat different systems are available (including free options)\n\n\n\nHow to get implement a CRM for your business\n\n\n\nHow a CRM works (including a live demo) \n\n\n\n\n*** Registration is required. A Zoom link will be emailed to all registrants prior to the session. \n\n\n\nIf you are 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/customer-relationship-management-crm-101-streamline-and-optimize-your-customer-experience-strategy-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230421T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230421T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T122047
CREATED:20230327T182436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230327T182438Z
UID:5130-1682069400-1682074800@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:WSIB: Laws & Regulations for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Delivery: Online (via ZOOM) \n\n\n\nAbout this event:\n\n\n\nWorkplace 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. \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. \n\n\n\nIf you require accommodation\, please notify us by email at least 4 weeks before the event date at etoronto@toronto.ca. To cancel the accommodation\, we require 5 business days’ notice before the event date.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/wsib-laws-regulations-for-small-businesses/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230421T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230421T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T122047
CREATED:20230321T152152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T152153Z
UID:5018-1682100000-1682105400@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Ten Steps To Starting A Business
DESCRIPTION:** Please note this is a virtual resource\, no Zoom link will be sent. To access the resource and videos\, please register using the form below and you will receive an email with a link to Ten Steps. \n\n\n\nLearn how to start a small business at your own pace anywhere\, anytime!\n\n\n\nTen Steps to Starting a Business is an online resource guide written with the intent of pointing you\, the potential entrepreneur\, in the right direction – faster and easier! \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\nTo access Ten Steps simply register by completing the form below.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/ten-steps-to-starting-a-business-23/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230424T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230424T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T122047
CREATED:20230321T150750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T150837Z
UID:5015-1682343000-1682348400@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Ten Steps To Starting A Business
DESCRIPTION:** Please note this is a virtual resource\, no Zoom link will be sent. To access the resource and videos\, please register using the form below and you will receive an email with a link to Ten Steps. \n\n\n\nLearn how to start a small business at your own pace anywhere\, anytime!\n\n\n\nTen Steps to Starting a Business is an online resource guide written with the intent of pointing you\, the potential entrepreneur\, in the right direction – faster and easier! \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\nTo access Ten Steps simply register by completing the form below.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/ten-steps-to-starting-a-business-20/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230425T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T122047
CREATED:20230327T182912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230327T183000Z
UID:5131-1682416800-1682420400@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:How to Do Business with the Government of Canada
DESCRIPTION:Delivery: Online (via WebEx) \n\n\n\nAbout this event:\n\n\n\nThe Government of Canada purchases $22 billion of goods and services each year. This webinar provides key information about how to sell to the Government of Canada that will help you learn how to: \n\n\n\n\nFind out whether the Government of Canada buys your goods or service\n\n\n\nUnderstand the contracting process\n\n\n\nRegister in supplier databases\n\n\n\nBuild networks and promote your business\n\n\n\nSearch for opportunities\n\n\n\nTake advantage of the procurement information on Buyandsell.gc.ca\n\n\n\nUnderstand the security clearance process\n\n\n\nBid on opportunities\n\n\n\n\nThe focus of this session will be on supporting diverse and underrepresented equity-deserving businesses and highlighting emerging opportunities through federal and community programs and services. \n\n\n\nJoin us to learn how to do business with the Government of Canada. \n\n\n\nSpeaker Bio:\n\n\n\nThe speakers are from Procurement Assistance Canada – Ontario Region (PAC-OR). They deliver seminars that assist and inform suppliers on how to do business with the Government of Canada\, how to navigate the federal procurement system\, and how to utilize www.buyandsell.gc.ca and canadabuys.canada.ca\, the federal procurement websites. \n\n\n\nProcurement Assistance Canada (PAC) – Ontario Region was established in August 2006 within Public Services and Procurement Canada to support the Government of Canada’s commitment to a procurement system open to small and medium and regionally based businesses. PAC’s mandate is to ensure fairness\, openness\, and transparency in federal government procurement. \n\n\n\nIf you require accommodation\, please notify us by email at least 4 weeks before the event date at etoronto@toronto.ca. To cancel the accommodation\, we require 5 business days’ notice before the event date.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/how-to-do-business-with-the-government-of-canada/
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UID:5009-1682449200-1682454600@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:How to Create Captivating Videos for Social Media (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Delivery: Online (via ZOOM) \n\n\n\nAs social media continues to play a crucial role in connecting businesses with their target audience\, creating captivating video content has become more important than ever. In this beginner-level webinar\, you’ll learn the ins and outs of creating compelling videos for platforms such as Instagram Reels and TikTok\, with a focus on using smartphones as your main tool. You’ll discover editing techniques and tips\, and walk away with the knowledge and inspiration to make your videos stand out and effectively connect with your audience on social media. \n\n\n\nYou’ll learn: \n\n\n\n\nWhy posting to Instagram Reels and TikTok boosts your discoverability\n\n\n\nHow to capture great video using just a smartphone\n\n\n\nThe best software and apps for editing your videos\n\n\n\nCreative ideas for making your videos unique and eye-catching\n\n\n\nWhat’s possible in video content creation\, by looking at inspiring examples\n\n\n\nStrategies for promoting your videos effectively on social media\n\n\n\n\nThis workshop is a free online webinar for small businesses in Ontario. Participate online for free\, using your preferred device (laptop\, smartphone or tablet). All you need is a fast internet connection and free webinar software. Download details will be provided after registration. \n\n\n\nWebinars will be recorded and made available to all registrants. \n\n\n\nEveryone who registers for this webinar will be entered into a draw to win a free eBook copy of See You on the Internet: Building Your Small Business with Digital Marketing. The winners will be chosen at random and announced during the workshop\, and you have to be in attendance to claim your prize.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/how-to-create-captivating-videos-for-social-media-webinar/
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UID:4160-1682510400-1682514000@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:How to Master Email Marketing for Your Small Business (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Delivery: Online (via ZOOM) \n\n\n\nEmail marketing is an underused but incredibly valuable marketing tool for small businesses. In fact\, it has the highest return on investment (ROI) of any form of marketing\, earning owners an average of $36 for every $1 spent. \n\n\n\nA solid email marketing strategy can help build brand awareness\, boost traffic to your website and increase sales. From newsletters to promotional emails\, there are proven techniques and strategies you can use to create killer emails for your business.  \n\n\n\nIn this session designed for business owners and entrepreneurs\, you’ll discover how to integrate email marketing into your overall marketing strategy and deliver real value for your organization. Hosted by the Hamilton Digital Main Street Digital Service Squad\, join email marketer\, content strategist\, and owner of Greenlight Content Vanessa Green for a 1-hour session on using email marketing to drive your business forward. In this session\, you’ll learn how to: \n\n\n\n\nCreate and build a clean and opted-in email list \n\n\n\nUse segmentation and personalization to increase engagement \n\n\n\nCraft the perfect subject line \n\n\n\nWrite copy and design high-impact emails \n\n\n\nOptimize your email performance\n\n\n\n\nPlus\, we’ll take a look at some of the most popular email marketing platforms on the market\, so you can decide which one is right for you. \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. \n\n\n\nThank you
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/how-to-master-email-marketing-for-your-small-business-webinar-3/
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UID:5019-1682704800-1682710200@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Ten Steps To Starting A Business
DESCRIPTION:** Please note this is a virtual resource\, no Zoom link will be sent. To access the resource and videos\, please register using the form below and you will receive an email with a link to Ten Steps. \n\n\n\nLearn how to start a small business at your own pace anywhere\, anytime!\n\n\n\nTen Steps to Starting a Business is an online resource guide written with the intent of pointing you\, the potential entrepreneur\, in the right direction – faster and easier! \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\nTo access Ten Steps simply register by completing the form below.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/ten-steps-to-starting-a-business-24/
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