Events

Join us for an intimate masterclass featuring Indigenous entrepreneurs, innovators, and trailblazers sharing their stories and insights. This relaxed, welcoming conversation explores the spirit of Indigenous entrepreneurship—where culture, community, and creativity shape business journeys and impact. Audience questions are encouraged, creating space for open dialogue, shared learning, and connection. Open to Indigenous entrepreneurs, artisans, creatives,...

Using AI to prepare for trade shows, pitch events, and networking. For Canadian women and non-binary entrepreneurs Attending a trade show, conference, or networking event is a big investment of time and money. Too often, entrepreneurs show up without a strategy, get overwhelmed, and come home with a stack of business cards and not much...

Join this webinar to learn about: How IPON helps innovators How to access IP support Eligibility requirements Anything you’d like to know (open Q&A)

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...

Often you will hear about needing to optimize search engines or SEO. Now, with AI, the nature of SEO has changed, and your strategy towards optimizing for search engines needs to change too. In this webinar, the Digital Service Squad will explain search engine optimization and the best tactics you as a business can use...

Join the Government of Ontario for an informative session exploring the supports available to women-owned businesses across Ontario. The session will also include a presentation from Paro, an organization that prioritizes diversity, builds cultural inclusivity, and incorporates gender analyses into their programs and services for women-owned businesses at every level Webinar will include: Available funding...

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...

Work in Culture's Catalyst and Transformation (CAT) Fund is returning for a new funding cycle—and we’re inviting you to learn more! The Catalyst and Transformation (CAT) Fund supports non-profit arts organizations through the process of exploring and identifying significant adaptations in their operations. This new cycle focuses on Exploration projects. Grants of up to $15,000 are available. This funding creates...

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...

In the busy space of the digital world, connecting with your business through the noise 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 of email...

Diversifiez à l'international avec Desjardins : gérez vos risques de change et boostez votre croissance grâce au Passeport Affaires. Dans un contexte économique en constante évolution, la diversification des marchés et une approche structurée du développement international deviennent des leviers essentiels pour assurer la croissance et la résilience des entreprises. Être bien accompagné et entouré...

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, how you can use AI to assist with your...

Thinking about starting a side hustle business but not sure where to begin? Join Futurpreneur for a free, online interactive workshop designed to help you explore your ideas and create a roadmap to launching your next side hustle business. A side hustle can be a great way to pursue a passion project. With 28% of Canadians already...