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The SBC Ontario Network Conference is back, bringing together managers, business advisors, and teams from all 54 Small Business Centre (SBC) locations across the province. This in-person gathering is a fantastic opportunity to:
Gain fresh insights from industry experts
Explore emerging technologies and business trends
Strengthen you network of colleagues and partners
Learn actionable strategies to better support your clients’ success
This year’s conference is designed specifically for Small Business Centres, providing hands-on workshops, thought-provoking discussions, and interactive sessions that will equip you with the latest tools and best practices to serve your business community effectively.
We are thrilled to host this collaborative and knowledge-rich event and look forward to your participation!
A special thank you to our 2026 Conference Sponsors for their generous support in making this event possible.
2026 SBC Ontario Conference Agenda
4:30 PM | Registration Opens
6:00 PM | Off-Site Event Begins
8:00 PM | Off-Site Event Ends
6:30am | Outdoor Coffee & Walk
7:30am | Registration & Booths Open
7:45am | Breakfast
9:00am | Opening Remarks
10:00am | TD Economic Update
11:10am | Expert Tables – Rotating Learning Conversations
12:10pm| Sponsor Spotlights
12:30pm | Lunch
1:30pm | Sponsor Spotlights
1:45pm | OWNR
2:15pm | HR Covered
3:00pm | Role Based Peer Circles
4:00pm | Break
6:00pm | Reception Presented by Tourism Vaughan
7:15am | Outdoor Coffee & Walk
7:45am | Breakfast
9:00am | Growth Wheel / FCC Session
10:00am | Break
10:30am | Keynote – Leisse Wilcox
11:30am | Succession Ontario
12:30pm | Lunch
1:00pm | Closing Remarks
The 2026 SBC Ontario Network Conference promises to be insightful, engaging, and impactful—we can’t wait to see you there!
** Disclaimer: Program times and sessions are subject to change
History
Small business is the backbone of Ontario’s economy. In recognition of this vital role, Small Business Enterprise Centres (SBECs) were created in local communities across Ontario to deliver services and programs to entrepreneurs. The SBEC core programming dates back to the mid-1980s with a few pilot offices and has now grown to include 54 SBECs across Ontario.
Partnerships
Funded by the Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, we work directly with small business owners to fulfill the mandate of growing the economy and creating new jobs by delivering programs, services, resources and expert advice. We also partner with multiple federal, provincial and municipal organizations to offer a single portal for small business support.
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