Workshops and Seminars
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Apr. 20, 2026
Designed specifically for business owners, this session will unveil the facts about this often-misunderstood online promotion tool and lay out a framework to help you decide if it’s right for your business and how it may benefit your marketing strategy. By the end of the session, you will have a solid understanding of how Google Ads are priced, how to set a realistic budget, and how to identify your return on investment and analyze the data. Speaker: David Bird, Birds Eye Marketing 9:30 am - 10:45 am Webinar Cost: Free |
Apr. 23, 2026
Part of the FoodPreneur Startup Series, this session is offered 4 times per year. Successfully selling your product involves more than just having great tasting food. Pricing, marketing, and how you position your product all play a key role in ensuring that people will buy it. Learn key factors to consider in successfully selling your product, whether you're selling at markets, online, or to retailers. Speaker: Nicole Haney, former Founder & CEO of Boho Bars 10:00 am to 11:00 am webinar. Cost: Free |
Apr. 23, 2026
AI tools are already showing up in workplaces, often before businesses have decided how they should be used. Staff experiment with them for marketing, emails, and research, but without clear guidance, this can create confusion around privacy, accuracy, and brand voice. This session will walk through how small businesses can create a simple, practical AI policy - not to restrict innovation but to give teams clarity about where AI is helpful, where human judgment is essential, and how to use these tools responsibly. 10:00 - 11:00 am webinar. Cost: Free |
Apr. 24, 2026
Rural businesses play a critical role in shaping a strong, competitive local economy. This half-day summit brings together entrepreneurs, business leaders, and public-sector partners to share real examples, practical approaches, and local supports that help businesses adapt, reduce costs, and stay competitive as the economy evolves. The event is designed for businesses of all sizes and sectors. Participants will hear what’s working locally, learn about available tools and supports, and leave with clear ideas they can apply in their own operations. A continental breakfast and light lunch will be provided. Hosted by CF Grenville and the North Grenville Mayor's Taskforce for Clean Technology. North Grenville Municipal Centre, Kemptville 8 am - 12 pm Cost: $25.00 |
Apr. 27, 2026
Without a clear system, financial records can quickly become disorganized, incomplete, and stressful—especially during tax season or if you are ever audited. Having a structured approach to record keeping becomes essential. This interactive webinar will guide you through the key components of maintaining accurate and organized business records in alignment with Canadian requirements. You will learn how to create simple systems, track income and expenses, and confidently manage your financial responsibilities. Speaker: Carey McMaster, TRAICON Hosted by Small Business Advisory Centre 9:30 am - 11:00 am Webinar Cost: Free |
Apr. 30, 2026
Part of the FoodPreneur Startup Series, this session is offered 4 times per year. If you want to run a successful business it’s important for you to know the ‘numbers’. Learn how to cost and price your products and services for profitability and how the decisions you make about your operations and production processes affect your bottom line. Understand how to budget and spend money so you can pay all your bills and still have money left in your pocket at the end of the year. Speaker: Nicole Haney, former Founder & CEO of Boho Bars 10:00 am - 11:00 am Webinar Cost: Free |
May 11, 2026
Without a clear understanding of your market, businesses often struggle to attract the right customers, set competitive pricing, or differentiate themselves. This can lead to ineffective marketing, missed opportunities, and slower growth. That is where a structured approach to market research becomes essential. This interactive webinar will guide you through the key components of conducting practical and actionable market research tailored to the Canadian small business landscape. You will learn how to gather and interpret data, identify your ideal customer, and use insights to strengthen your business strategy. Speaker: Carey McMaster, TRAICON Hosted by: Small Business Advisory Centre 9:30 am - 11:00 am Webinar Cost: free |
May 14, 2026
Part of the FoodPreneur Startup Series, this session is offered 4 times per year. Hear expert insight, from how to create your brand, how to retain and grow your brand to what sort of colours and typography styles are right for your product. You will learn the difference between designing for store shelves vs. food markets vs. digital spaces. She will also cover tips for working with a graphic designer and determining exactly who your product is for. Speaker: Amanda DeVries of Eye Candy Design 10:00 am - 11:00 am Webinar Cost: Free |
May. 21, 2026
Part of the FoodPreneur Startup Series, this session is offered 4 times per year. When you’re launching a food product, understanding food safety is essential not only for protecting your customers, but also for meeting regulatory expectations and building retailer trust. Learn simple, actionable steps you can take to build food safety into your business from the very beginning—without getting overwhelmed by regulations. You’ll leave with a clear understanding of basic food safety expectations, practical steps you can implement immediately, and the confidence to move your food business forward safely! Speaker: Lisa Cove, Food Safety Consultant and Founder of Shelf Ready Inc. 10:00 am - 11:00 am Webinar Cost: Free |
May 25, 2006
Pricing is one of the most crucial decisions you’ll make in your business—it’s not something to be taken lightly. Setting prices too high or too low can impact your sales, profitability, and cash flow. This session will introduce you to a winning formula to ensure your products and services are priced for maximum profitability. Speaker: Andrew Patricio Bizlaunch Hosted by: Small Business Advisory Centre 9:00 am - 10:30 am Webinar Cost: free |
May 28, 2026
Part of the FoodPreneur Startup Series, this session is offered 4 times per year. This session is for you if you have a food or beverage product that needs an accurate and compliant label. Nicole Haney, former Founder & CEO of Boho Bars will guide you through what to consider when choosing a package for your food product, what to include on your label, and what mistakes to avoid when packaging your food product. This session is part of the Foodpreneur Advantage Series. Speaker: Nicole Haney Hosted by: Small Business Advisory Centre 10:00 am - 11:00 am Webinar Cost: free |
June 1, 2026
Running a profitable business is essential, but maintaining positive cash flow is just as critical to cover expenses and fuel growth. In this webinar, we’ll share practical, proven strategies to help you manage your cash flow effectively. You’ll learn top causes of cash flow issues, actionable cash flow tips, strategies to keep cash flowing, why cash flow forecasting matters, and simple solutions for cash crunches. Speaker: Andrew Patricio Bizlaunch Hosted by: Small Business Advisory Centre 9:00 am - 10:30 am Webinar Cost: free |
Aug. 20, 2026
Part of the FoodPreneur Startup Series, this session is offered 4 times per year. 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. You will learn about:
10:00 am to 11:00 am webinar Cost: Free |
Nov. 17-18, 2026
Both days will be packed with incredible speakers, forward thinking ideas and inspiration to spark creativity and help Envision Tourism Growth in South Eastern Ontario. 10:00 am - 3:00 pm DEV Hotel & Conference Centre, 1950 Montreal Road, Cornwall |
Nov. 20, 2026
North Grenville Municipal Centre, Kemptville 9:00 am - 3:00 pm |
Mar. 4, 2027
Memorial Centre, Brockville |
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