Workshops and Seminars
Submit your workshop or seminar via email to econdev@uclg.on.ca
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View our COVID-19 page for other business related events.Events listed below may change format or be postponed due to current situations. |
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Apr. 3, 2020 |
Live Q&A Regarding COVID-19 Federal Government MeasuresOnline webinar. 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Since the beginning of March, restrictions and measures related to COVID-19 have rapidly escalated. While the first stages focused on public health and safety, in very short order, businesses and personal finances began to be affected. In an effort to combat these effects, the Government of Canada released a series of financial measures to assist businesses and individuals during this time. Representatives from Logan Katz LLP will provide a high-level overview of these measures, followed by a live Q & A session. Learn more about this webinar. Register now for the Live Q&A. |
April 3, 2020 |
COVID-19: Making Sense of Federal and Provincial Business Support Programs with MNP1:30 pm - 2:45 pm Featuring experts from one of the Ontario Chamber of Commerces' members, MNP LLP. The Federal and Provincial Governments have made a number of announcements over the last number of days about business supports designed to assist companies through the COVID-19 crisis. What do we know, and what details do we still need to know? Businesses are looking for answers, and much is still a moving target. Most particularly, which companies are eligible for the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy of 75%? What is the application process, and how long is it likely to take? Learn more or register now for this workshop. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containg information about joining the webinar. *Due to limited capacity, should you not be able to attend live, please note that by registering, you will receive a copy of the recording. |
Apr. 8, 2020 |
Your Social Media Questions - Answered!Online webinar with Jennifer Baker. 10 am - 11 am Grow your online business during this time. Send in advance the questions you want answers to in this webinar. Email questions to Laura Godard. |
April 8 to May 6, 2020 |
Ahead of the Curve: Digital Marketing Tips, Tricks and Best Practices During COVID-1911:30 am - 12:00 pm, this free webinar series will happen each Wednesday on the following dates:
We know your business has been affected by COVID-19 in one way or the other, and we’d like to help you navigate through this crisis, so you are positioned to come out on the other side stronger. Over the next few weeks, WSI will be running a free webinar series to share practical digital marketing tips, tricks, and best practices that you can use to overcome the marketing obstacles you are facing today. Based on some of the recent research we’ve seen, companies that embrace digital marketing will be in a much better position to engage and network with their customers through this crisis. Learn more about this webinar series. Register and submit marketing related questions for the presenters here. |
Apr. 9, 2020 |
Small Business During Time of Crisis: Discussion with Experienced EntrepreneursWebinar 2 pm - 3 pm With the recent developments regarding COVID-19, most entrepreneurs have been faced with unprecedented challenges. Join Invest Ottawa advisors and serial entrepreneurs as they share their experiences operating a business during times of crisis. This discussion will explore topics related to small business during the COVID-19 pandemic, followed by a question and answer period. Moderated by Invest Ottawa’s VP of Venture Development, Nick Quain, some topics that we will cover include:
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Apr. 14, 2020 |
Business to Business RelationsPart of Lunch & Learn 2020 offered by Downtown Brockville Chartwell Wedgewood Retirement Residences, 15 Market Street East, Brockville 12 pm - 1 pm The speaker will start shortly after 12:00 PM to allow attendees to arrive and finish with time to return to work. Snacks and light beverages will be provided, or bring your lunch with you. Cost: $10 (Free for DBIA members)
Learn how easy it can be to create and nurture business to business (B2B) relationships - the benefits, and why it is important.
Email Melissa Boulton or phone 613-345-3269 ext. 102 for more information, or register now. |
Apr. 24, 2020 |
HR BasicsGrenville Mutual Insurance, Kemptville 8:30 am - 11 am Cost: $35 Accelerate your business with the Leeds Grenville Small Business Enterprise Centre's Morning Workshop Series. Looking to hire but don’t know what the next steps are? Or have you already hired but don’t have policies or procedures in place? This session will give you a run down of the steps you need to taking the hiring process and in employment standards and expectations. Presented by Tina Miles, Miles HR Consulting.
Learn more about this workshop series. For more information, email Jeanette or call 613-342-8772 ext. 4470. |
June 12 2020 |
Facebook & Instagram AdvertisingBrockville Museum, 5 Henry Street, Brockville 8:30 am - 11:30 am Facebook and Instagram ads are paid messages from businesses that are developed to reach their potential audience. Advertisers choose images, text and an audience that they think will help them get that increase in visitors to their website, or Facebook Page. By the end of the session, participants will:
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Sept. 15, 2020 |
Tourism Meets BusinessPart of Lunch & Learn 2020 offered by Downtown Brockville Aquatarium, 6 Broad Street, Brockville 12 pm - 1 pm The speaker will start shortly after 12:00 PM to allow attendees to arrive and finish with time to return to work. Snacks and light beverages will be provided, or bring your lunch with you. Cost: $10 (Free for DBIA members)
More details to follow.
Email Melissa Boulton or phone 613-345-3269 ext. 102 for more information, or register now. |
Oct. 7, 2020 |
Cyber SecurityPart of Lunch & Learn 2020 offered by Downtown Brockville Brock IT, 43 King Street West, Suite 202, Brockville 12 pm - 1 pm The speaker will start shortly after 12:00 PM to allow attendees to arrive and finish with time to return to work. Snacks and light beverages will be provided, or bring your lunch with you. Cost: $10 (Free for DBIA members)
As a small business, you have legal obligations surrounding the security of your cyber information. This session will provide stronger insight into your rights and responsibilities with your Cyber Footprint.
Email Melissa Boulton or phone 613-345-3269 ext. 102 for more information, or register now. |
Nov. 17, 2020 |
4 Pillars of MarketingPart of Lunch & Learn 2020 offered by Downtown Brockville Downtown Brockville, 3 Market Street West, Suite 2, Brockville 12 pm - 1 pm The speaker will start shortly after 12:00 PM to allow attendees to arrive and finish with time to return to work. Snacks and light beverages will be provided, or bring your lunch with you. Cost: $10 (Free for DBIA members)
Steve Irving of Extension Marketing will help you understand how you can grow your business and benefit from marketing - without having to do it all!
Email Melissa Boulton or phone 613-345-3269 ext. 102 for more information, or register now. |
Ongoing |
Business Outreach 2020Small Business Advisory Centre Business Outreach Consultations for Aspiring Entrepreneurs, including established business owners. Consultations cover topics such as registering a business, developing a business plan, marketing, financing, HST regulations, etc. Available at selection locations:
To book an appointment for any of the following dates please contact us 613-283-7002 ext.109 or email smallbusiness@smallbizcentre.ca |
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RTO9 online learning opportunities |
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Online Business Plan BootCampOnline, with Leeds Grenville Small Business Enterprise Centre Free if completed within 4 weeks, $500 if not completed within 4 weeks
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1st Tuesday of every month |
Brockville Women in Business (BWB)The meetings provide an opportunity for women to meet other business women, and to share expertise, experiences and successes in a supportive, business-oriented atmosphere.
Luncheon meetings are held the third Tuesday of every month, starting at 11:30 am. Pre-registration is required.
Contact bwbgroup@gmail.com or call Wendy Onstein at 342-8772 ext. 471. |
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Workshop & Seminar Event CalendarsFor topics on finding employment, job skills and training, or personal development, visit the following websites:
CSE Consulting
www.eecentre.com/workshops.php
Grenville CFDC (Community Futures Development Corporation)
KEYS Job Centre keys.ca/content/events/workshops.php
Small Business Advisory Centre (Smiths Falls/Lanark County) smallbizcentre.ca/events-and-seminars/
Leeds Grenville Small Business Enterprise Centre
Valley Heartland CFDC (Community Futures Development Corporation) |
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