• BACD Business Fundamentals: Marketing & Sales

    This session will help you create a marketing plan that targets your ideal customer and help you identify the marketing tactics.Marketing and Sales: Marketing drives sales. Let’s build your strategy. Without a clear marketing and sales strategy, your business risks

  • Steps to Starting a Small Business (in person)

    St. Catharines City Hall 50 Church Street, St. Catharines, ON, Canada

    Wondering where to start with your small business? Join the St. Catharines Enterprise Centre for an introductory overview.Wondering how to start with your small business in St. Catharines?Join the St. Catharines Enterprise Centre for an introduction to the rules and

  • The Breakfast Club — Small Business Meet-up

    City Side Cafe 8 Queen Street West, Brampton, ON, Canada

    Join us for an engaging fireside chat featuring a dynamic group of small business entrepreneurs!Step into an engaging fireside chat with a dynamic group of small business entrepreneurs! This is your chance to join the conversation—ask questions, share ideas, and

  • Entrepreneurship 101: Launch Pad – Business Planning

    VentureNorth, Lower Level Board Room 270 George Street North, Peterborough, ON, Canada

    Learn how to turn your business idea into a reality with practical tips and tools at Entrepreneurship 101: Launch Pad - Business Planning!Entrepreneurship 101: Launch Pad - Business PlanningDescription: Are you ready to turn your business idea into a reality?

  • Hustle, Hobby or Hard No: Is Working for Yourself Right for You?

    Explore whether working for yourself is something you actually want to pursue, and what your idea needs to move forwardHustle, Hobby, or Hard No gives you a practical way to figure out whether working for yourself is something you actually

  • Crafting Your Business Plan

    Learn how to create a Profitable Business RoadmapA thought-out business plan can provide a small business the ability to transform ideas into a concrete, actionable roadmap for success!This July, August, and September, we invite you to attend one of our

  • Introduction to Bookkeeping: Logan Katz Learning Series

    Strengthen your business from the ground up with must-have bookkeeping know-howProper record keeping and effective financial organization are critical pillars of business success, no matter the size or stage of your enterprise. As part of the Logan Katz Learning Series,

  • We Mean Business – Networking Breakfast

    Stacked Pancake & Breakfast House 3050 Garden Street, #unit 121, #unit 121, #unit 121, Whitby, ON, Canada

    Join us at Stacked Pancake & Breakfast House in Whitby for a Networking BreakfastJoin us at Stacked Pancake & Breakfast House in Whitby for a Networking Breakfast Looking to connect with fellow business owners in Durham Region? Join us for

  • Youth Business Showcase 1 Day Only

    North Bay Farmers' Market 100 Ferguson Street, North Bay, ON, Canada

    This annual event highlights the creativity and hard work of youth entrepreneurs participating in our Summer Company Program.You’re invited to attend The Business Centre’s Annual Youth Business Showcase on Saturday, July 18, 2026, from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM at

  • Intro to E-Commerce: From Idea to First Sale in Ten Steps

    Exploring the essentials of launching a successful online businessAbout the workshop:Join our comprehensive E-commerce workshop where we’ll explore the essentials of launching a successful online business.From identifying your target audience and sourcing products to choosing the right platform and designing

  • Create & Optimize Your Google Business Profile

    In this workshop, you will learn how to create and manage a Google Business Profile from start to finish.Showing up when customers are searching online is more important than ever. Ensure customers can find accurate, updated information about your local

  • Bring Your Creations to Life: Learn why intellectual property matters

    MS Teams

    This webinar will cover an overview of the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO), what we do and why we do it.  Content includes highlights on the common forms of intellectual property including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and industrial designs, how intellectual

  • Exploring Alternative Revenue Streams for Brick-and-Mortar

    For brick-and-mortar owners ready to diversify revenue and build resilience- without added complexity or losing what already works.What We’ll Cover• The most effective alternative revenue models for physical businesses — retail, food service, trades, wellness, and beyond• How to identify

  • Getting Started with Intellectual Property – Understanding Copyrights

    Learn more about copyrights to increase the value of your business assetsAbout the workshop:Have you designed some creative work?If so, understanding how copyright law protects your work can be a game-changer for your business. Whether you're an entrepreneur, artist, content