This session provides you with key information to help you find and bid on opportunities to sell professional services to the Government of Canada, including: The basics of how the government buys services How to register as a supplier for the federal government How to register in sourcing tools for professional services, including the Centralized...
Burnout doesn’t happen overnight. It creeps in slowly, often disguised as dedication, hustle or “just a busy season.” In man-populated industries like the skilled trades, many women feel pressure to constantly prove themselves, making it even harder to hit pause and tougher to ask for support. Women are also at higher risk for burnout overall,...
With ongoing updates on Trade and Tariffs, we acknowledge the significant implications this may have across our membership. These changes may affect your community in various ways, and we recognize the need for a platform to discuss and address these concerns with colleagues. In light of this, EDCO invites you to join us for a...
Your 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....
National Health and Safety Network Event This session will explore strategies for branding your Joint Health and Safety Committee, reinforcing the Internal Responsibility System, and enhancing overall safety participation. A strong safety culture starts with engagement. Learn key takeaways to improve engagement at all levels of your organization and foster a proactive approach to workplace...
This data-driven session explores what equity, diversity, and inclusion mean in a manufacturing context. We’ll focus on statistics that support inclusive hiring, retention, and team performance. Key Topics National and sector-specific data on women in trades Retention, safety, and productivity indicators Why DEI efforts fail—and what to track Learning Outcomes Understand how data supports the...
This data-driven session explores what equity, diversity, and inclusion mean in a manufacturing context. We’ll focus on statistics that support inclusive hiring, retention, and team performance. Learning Outcomes Understand how data supports the case for gender inclusion in manufacturing Use statistics to build internal support for inclusive change Identify KPIs and indicators to measure inclusion...
We’re proud to be part of YQGreen—a local network of small businesses, non-profits, social enterprises, and community groups all working together to build a greener, more sustainable Windsor-Essex. And we’d love for you to join us at our upcoming Lunch & Learn on August 20th! We’ll be sharing simple, practical ways your business can shrink its carbon...
With construction nearing completion, the Gordie Howe International Bridge will soon add another crossing option between Ontario and Michigan through the Windsor-Detroit corridor. Join the SAA on August 20 for a free Lunch & Learn webinar to learn about key amenities and features that will enhance the automotive supply chain following opening day.
Are you relying on guesswork to understand your business traction or plan for growth? In this interactive session, Irene Saliendra—digital strategist and founder of DigitalFlow Consultancy—will guide you through the power of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems in building a reliable sales pipeline, improving your forecasting, and staying on top of your business performance. We’ll...
This session is for you if you are in the early stages of development and are looking to gain knowledge in the food and beverage industry. In this free 60-minute online seminar learn about: Creating a Business Model Doing your Market Research Analyzing the Competition What is Your Value Proposition? Do you have an idea...
A good business plan is your road map to success! A business plan is also required when applying for any type of small business financing. Attend this informative session to learn how to develop a business plan that will work for you. This session will cover: The required elements of a business plan How to...