Did you know? There are hundreds of federal, provincial and territorial government programs and services to help Canadian businesses start, grow and scale. Join Innovation Canada this Small Business Week, October 24, 2025 at 1:30 p.m. ET to learn more about where to find – and how to navigate – government programs. What you get: Business Benefits...
Want less theory and more hands-on help? This session will give you the foundational tools to build a stronger online presence. We will look at how to interact with existing and potential customers, explore best practices for creating posts and reels that get noticed and write captions that drive results. We’ll cover how to maximize...
Often you will hear about needing to optimize for search engines or SEO. But what is it, and how does it impact your digital presence? In this webinar, the Digital Service Squad will explain search engine optimization and the best tactics you as a business can use towards increasing your ranking in the search engine...
Join us for Growth and Expansion, part of our Financial Foundations accounting expert series. This seminar is presented by Justin Poirier, CPA. What you will learn: • What are the best reasons to grow a business • When is the best time to grow a business? • How do we plan for growth and expansion? •...
Save the date! Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025 New this year! Two conferences in one! Now featuring mobility transformation. Experts in AI, robotics, Industry 4.0, cybersecurity and mobility International leaders in automation and technology Supply chain purchasers across multiple sectors 400+ attendees, 50+ exhibitors and world-class presenters REGISTER TO ATTEND REGISTER TO EXHIBIT
Franchise Your Business seminars are for ALL business owners looking to expand their businesses quickly, cost-effectively, and successfully through franchising. Produced by the Canadian Franchise Association (CFA), these seminars provide you with the information you need to franchise your business the right way. This is your one-stop-shop to learn directly from seasoned franchise pros in a range of fields! Attendees will...
Open house and free-of-charge! Level Up! Skilled Trades Career Fairs are a series of dynamic, multi-day events that connect you with Ontario’s top skilled trades professionals from industry organizations, post-secondary institutions, businesses, associations and more. Visit a skilled trades career fair near you and explore Ontario’s 140+ skilled trades through interactive exhibits and hands-on activities, while...
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...
The Town of Essex Economic Development Team, in partnership with the Small Business & Entrepreneurship Centre, is hosting a seminar to help local small business owners strengthen their marketing skills. Based on business feedback, this session will focus on building a stronger online presence through social media and a business website. Attendees will also receive a...
In the busy space of the digital world, cutting through the noise and connecting with your customers is significant to having online success. Despite being around for so many years, email marketing is still a powerful tool to engage with your audience. In this webinar, the Toronto Digital Service Squad will teach you the basics...
Think your company is running lean on IT? Think again. Most businesses are overspending thousands each year on software, internet, phones, printers, and IT services — without realizing it. The good news? Trimming the fat doesn’t have to be complicated. Join us for a practical, no-fluff Lunch & Learn where we’ll walk you through: ✅ The top...
The Critical Industrial Technologies (CIT) initiative is building the future of industry in Ontario. Powered by the Ontario Centre of Innovation, CIT supports the growth and market competitiveness of Ontario Small-and-Medium- Enterprises (SMEs) by driving adoption and integration of six critical technologies – 5G, AI, blockchain, cybersecurity, quantum and robotics. The CIT initiative offers 5...