Did you know that on average, companies that export have 120% greater sales than non-exporters, are 13% more productive and experience double the rate of growth? Ontario’s First Steps in Exporting program helps companies that are new to exporting familiarize themselves with key steps in growing your international sales in the U.S. and beyond. In...

Join a representative from Procurement Assistance Canada to learn about the federal procurement process to help you decide if you want to pursue federal procurement for your business. This seminar will help you: Understand the federal procurement process Understand how the Government of Canada buys Learn about additional sources of information for companies considering selling...

This webinar focuses on educating employers with workplace health and safety. Topics include: Getting back to the basics Mandatory workplace postings The importance on onboarding - what your training program should look like WSIB Excellence Program Grants and learning app available  

Did you know that on average, companies that export have 120% greater sales than non-exporters, are 13% more productive and experience double the rate of growth? Ontario’s First Steps in Exporting program helps companies that are new to exporting familiarize themselves with key steps in growing your international sales in the U.S. and beyond. In...

How can employers create a comprehensive program and equip workers with the necessary skills to manage violence in the workplace? Service and hospitality sectors across Ontario are experiencing growing threats of workplace violence and harassment, such as uncivil, disrespectful, and abusive behaviours. We will discuss why these behaviours are on the rise and how to effectively...

This two-hour webinar provides key information to help you bid on Professional Services opportunities, including: The procurement tools a Government of Canada buyer may use for purchasing professional services, including: ProServices Task and Solutions Professional Services (TSPS) Task and Solutions-Based Informatics Professional Services (TBIPS/SBIPS) Learning Services How to register your business in Centralized Professional Services...

Did you know that on average, companies that export have 120% greater sales than non-exporters, are 13% more productive and experience double the rate of growth? Ontario’s “First Steps in Exporting” program helps companies that are new to exporting familiarize themselves with key steps in growing your international sales in the U.S. and beyond. In...

This seminar provides key information about how the Government of Canada buys goods/services. It can help you learn the steps to become a supplier depending on what you sell, including: Where to register as a supplier Where to look for opportunities Where to find additional sources of information for businesses considering selling to the federal...

Would you like to learn more about how to bid? This two-hour webinar is designed for participants who are ready for a more detailed overview of the bidding process and provides key information to help you bid on opportunities, including: The different types of solicitation documents The main elements of a solicitation document and how...

New to Canada? This virtual workshop will help you understand the fundamentals of starting, owning, and operating a small business, as well as the challenges and opportunities you may encounter on your entrepreneurial journey in Canada. During this workshop, you'll learn how to: Navigate cultural barriers Manage credit score and financing options Understand legal structures for businesses Utilize Futurpreneur services Register...

Ready to conquer workplace stress? Join our Lunch & Learn workshop to recognize the signs and master the tools to stay calm, focused, and energized. Discover strategies to manage emotions and prevent burnout!

Discover how building an accessible business can transform your processes, products, and services, creating a thriving environment for your company, workplace, and employees. Why attend? When most people think of accessibility, legal compliance often comes to mind—and that’s an important start. But accessibility offers so much more: Enhanced User Experience: From audible and visual announcements...

Your future success depends on the actions you’ll take now. Business trends are changing fast, and entrepreneurs must adapt to an unpredictable environment where: High business costs are unlikely to return to pre-inflation levels Labour shortages are expected to persist Rapid tech advancements are increasing the need for swift adoption Generation Z is shifting workplace and consumer...

Are you looking to stay ahead with the latest insights on Canada’s women’s entrepreneurship industry? Join StrikeUP Connects for an engaging webinar session , presented in partnership with Women Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub (WEKH). This session will focus on the most recent research and data from the Women Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub’s State of Women’s Entrepreneurship (SOWE)...

Part presentation, part panel discussion, this virtual event is for entrepreneurs looking to scale their businesses and wanting to learn from those who have already successfully grown their operations. Agenda: 12:00 p.m. to 12:20 p.m. - Opening remarks 12:20 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. - Presentation 12:30 p.m. to 1:25 p.m. - Panel discussion 1:28 p.m....

Join TD in partnership with SBC Ontario for Exploring Franchise Opportunities! Connect, learn and grow through a series of workshops, webinars and networking sessions, empowering small business owners with the tools, resources and insights needed to navigate challenges and seize opportunities.

Your business idea is brilliant—you just know it could become something big. But how do you start? Where do you start? What are your sales projections? Should you worry about competition? (Hint: yes) How do you decide your company goals? What even is a mission statement? Which is where a business plan comes in. By mapping out every last detail of your business, from...

Join SBC Ontario in celebrating Small Business Week with this 3 part webinar! CIPO Canadian Intellectual Property Office who is the federal government agency responsible for administering most of the intellectual property (IP) rights for Canada. I will also cover information on our IP Awareness & Education Program and the most common types of IP...

Supporting your small business journey: Navigating Government Tools and Resources 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 special Small Business Week, October 25, 2024 at 1:30 p.m. EDT to learn more about where to find – and...

Join us for this virtual session to hear from Better Business Bureau CEO Jennifer Matthews and find out how the BBB can serve you, and what it means to be a “Better Business.” The Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce and BBB have been working together to help support the business community, including huge savings opportunities...

Join us for this month's Meta Moment , where we’ll dive into "Accelerating to the Speed of Trust". Learn how self-trust and trusting relationships can drive collaboration and efficiency. We’ll share actionable strategies to help you build stronger teams and improve communication. Join us for actionable strategies and an open Q&A session!

We are motivated to help cultivate and propel collaborations between the tourism and tech sectors to enable business and industry resilience, innovation and growth. The “Spark” Program includes: Region-wide call out for applications from individuals, small businesses and non-profits Application reviews by a jury including local and provincial tourism innovators and leaders Finalists’ Pitch Session (our friendly...