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....
Vous souhaitez devenir entrepreneur, mais l’idée de créer une entreprise de zéro vous semble risquée ou trop longue à concrétiser? Le repreneuriat offre une alternative attrayante : racheter une entreprise déjà existante et bâtir sur des bases solides. Dans cet atelier, vous découvrirez : Les différences clés entre la création d’entreprise et la reprise, afin de...
Wake Up LaSalle! Express Breakfast Networking, Presented by: All In Content. Get noticed, get leads! Enjoy breakfast, followed by 90 seconds to market your services or product to a captive audience! Need more exposure? Chamber members can purchase additional time (limited availability). Please note due to time restraints there will be no ability for digital/PowerPoint/graphic presentations....
An impending economic slowdown may appear daunting for young, aspiring entrepreneurs. With the right approach one can create space for innovative ideas and find opportunities to fill gaps in the market with niche products and services. Are you an entrepreneur looking to transform your idea into a thriving business or grow your newly launched small...
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
Not understanding how to use social media effectively can leave you overwhelmed and ultimately hurt your bottom line as your potential customers can easily find your competitors. This workshop hosted by the Toronto Digital Service Squad will leave you with a better understanding of how to leverage the power of social media to grow your...
An impending economic slowdown may appear daunting for young, aspiring entrepreneurs. With the right approach one can create space for innovative ideas and find opportunities to fill gaps in the market with niche products and services. Are you an entrepreneur looking to transform your idea into a thriving business or grow your newly launched small...
Join us to connect with local professionals, entrepreneurs, and community leaders over fresh drinks and meaningful conversations. It's an opportunity to build new business relationships and support a great local business! Kindly RSVP to host, Frank Abbruzzese via e-mail at [email protected]
Join us for the Tecumseh BIA’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) — the yearly gathering where members review updates, address legal and procedural requirements, and approve the budget for the upcoming year. Dinner is included. Open to Tecumseh BIA members only. RSVP by October 3, 2025 at: [email protected]
An impending economic slowdown may appear daunting for young, aspiring entrepreneurs. With the right approach one can create space for innovative ideas and find opportunities to fill gaps in the market with niche products and services. Are you an entrepreneur looking to transform your idea into a thriving business or grow your newly launched small...
Join us for a dynamic webinar that explores how 2D barcodes are transforming the way consumers, brands, and regulators interact with products. Don’t miss your chance to learn the future of consumer engagement—one scan at a time.
In this webinar, the Toronto Digital Service Squad will teach you the basic steps to setting up an online store. We will cover everything from what you need to prepare before launching a store, to choosing an e-commerce platform, to providing excellent customer service online. You’ll finish this session feeling excited about how e-commerce can...
Small business taxes can be daunting, especially if you lack experience in this area. Learn how to manage your books and stay in compliance with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) during this free seminar, presented by liaison officers for the CRA. Key learning outcomes: Common tax errors and how to avoid them How to use...
On Wednesday, October 15, 2025, join the Downtown Detroit Partnership at Michigan Central for a powerful half-day convening that puts the Detroit–Windsor corridor in the global spotlight. Fall Forum: Special Edition, in partnership with Michigan Central and the RIVER Collaborative will gather top leaders from the State of Michigan, City of Detroit, City of Windsor, and the Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority, along with developers, innovators, and other changemakers, around...
From unlocking real-time product details to enabling smarter recalls and sustainability insights, 2D barcodes are the new digital gateway to trust, traceability, and engagement. Whether you're in retail, manufacturing, logistics, or compliance, this session will show you why industries are rapidly transitioning to smarter labeling — and how a single scan can deliver a world...
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...
This half-day experience is tailored for entrepreneurs and small business owners who want to elevate their business through knowledge, strategy and community. What You’ll Experience: Keynote Presentation James Boettcher, CEO & Custodian of Culture Righteous Gelato James has the honour of leading the team at Righteous, Canada’s #1 Gelato Company, and knew early on that whatever his life’s...
Are you involved (or looking to get involved) in Windsor-Essex’s tech community? On October 21st, WEtech Alliance, in partnership with Windsor-based tech company Red Piston and local artist Jeff Denomme of The Haunted Zoo, will host Tech Connect Meetup: Haunted Piston Edition; a special evening celebrating the intersection of technology, creativity, and community. This unique edition of Tech Connect will...
Family businesses represent the backbone of Canada's economy, comprising approximately 65% of all Canadian businesses and employing over 6 million Canadians. These enterprises span generations, combining traditional business practices with modern innovation. This webinar explores the current landscape of family businesses in Canada, and explores both the opportunities they present and the barriers they face.
You’re invited to join us for the first event in our C4C Speaker Series – Belonging to the City: Repair, Resistance, and Reimagination, featuring Dr. Carly Ziter. Raised in Windsor-Essex, Dr. Carly Ziter is an internationally recognized urban ecologist, Associate Professor at Concordia University, and member of Concordia’s Next Generation Cities Institute. Her research explores the intersections...
The entrepreneurship revolution is here and its reshaping business at every stage of the journey. From shifting global economic forces, the lowering of internal trade barriers, the exponential growth of AI, and a wave of retiring business owners, entrepreneurs face urgent questions: “What’s next and how do I adapt?” Join BDC and Futurpreneur for an...
Discover how Meridian Credit Union supports Ontario entrepreneurs with financing and recognition programs designed to help your business thrive. Join us to learn about: Financing for new businesses Canada Small Business Financing Program Accelerator Loans offering inclusive financing Commercial Owner Occupied Lending (COOL) The Small Business Big Impact Awards, with $200,000 in prizes for Ontario businesses making...
Beaucoup de propriétaires de petites entreprises ne connaissent pas le droit de la concurrence. Et même lorsqu’ils en ont entendu parler, il peut être difficile de savoir comment il s’applique à leur entreprise. Dans le cadre de la Semaine de la PME, participez à ce webinaire animé par le Bureau de la concurrence pour en apprendre davantage...
Canada is a leader in AI tech development and innovation but lags behind globally in the adoption of AI particularly in business. While SMEs and large businesses recognize the importance of AI skills, they face significant barriers. In this webinar, we will explore the challenges small and medium-sized businesses face to build their AI capacity...
Whether you’re thinking of buying or selling a business, both of you share the same goal—a good match with a smooth transition. But buyers and sellers approach the process from very different perspectives. How can these differences be bridged to ensure a positive outcome for all involved? To help you understand the crucial steps toward...
Le saviez-vous? Il existe des centaines de programmes et services des gouvernements fédéral, provinciaux et territoriaux aptent à aider les entrepreneurs canadiens à créer leur entreprise, à favoriser leur croissance et assurer leur prospérité. Joignez-vous à Innovation Canada lors de la Semaine de la petite entreprise pour un webinaire gratuit le 24 octobre à 11...
Are you ready to launch YOUR Indigenous Start-up or Side-hustle? Join your IESP Business Development Manager in this interactive webinar that will guide you through the steps of Futurpreneur’s application process. During this webinar: Learn about the eligibility criteria for Futurpreneur's Indigenous Entrepreneur Startup Program and the next steps to move your application forward. Connect...
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...
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? •...
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...
The Emerging Technologies in Automation & Mobility Transformation Conference and Trade Show is your most effective method of connecting with automation companies, experts in advanced manufacturing and potential new suppliers of cutting-edge technologies. This is your opportunity to interact with over 500 delegates, visit displays from 50 exhibitors and hear from industry experts focused on...
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...
Innovation Canada will present its suite of programs and services including Business Benefits Finder and BizPaL. Specifically taking a look at the Business Benefits Finder and BizPaL, which are two online tools that help entrepreneurs start, grow or scale their business. Register to reserve your spot and receive your webinar link by emailing: [email protected]
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...