An award-winning social entrepreneur, Jenn Harper is the founder and CEO of Cheekbone Beauty Cosmetics INC. Cheekbone Beauty aims to help every Indigenous person see and feel their value in the world while developing sustainable colour cosmetics that won’t end up in a landfill. Jenn Harper is an Anishinaabe woman and is a member of...
Futurpreneur recognizes that every entrepreneur’s journey takes a different path — that’s why we want to help you find yours! This general info session will help you navigate the financing landscape for your new business. As we take a deep dive through Futurpreneur financing options and offerings. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to expand...
Do you have an idea and you want to start your own small business, but you aren’t sure where to start? Attend this free seminar to find out information such as: How to register your business Business structure Government support programs Other services and programs available to you
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,...
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...
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...
Join us for Getting Money: What Lenders and Investors Want, part of our Financial Foundations accounting expert series. This seminar is presented by Mary Massarella, CPA. Learning Objectives & Outline: Why will I need additional financing and capital? What are the typical sources for financing? What are the advantages and disadvantages of them? How are lenders...