Workshops and Seminars
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Register now -Leeds Grenville Wholesale Food TradeshowMarch 23, 2026 - Merrickville 12:30 - 3:00 pm The B2B Wholesale Food & Beverage Tradeshow is where Leeds Grenville producers and growers connect directly with retail and restaurant buyers. Discover new business opportunities, strengthen connections, and be part of the movement to buy Canadian and support local. Who should attend?
For more information and required registration, call Shelbi McFarlane at 613-342-3840 or email Shelbi.mcfarlane@uclg.on.ca |
Feb. 10, 2026
Tourism operators—this one’s for you! Curious about who’s working behind the scenes to boost tourism in your region? Want to know who to call for support, collaboration, or funding opportunities? Join the Destination Discovery Series and get connected with the people and programs that are here to help your tourism business grow. This informative webinar series is designed to introduce tourism operators to the key players in your destination. This session will highlight
Hosted by RTO 9 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Webinar Cost: Free |
Feb 12, 2026
This session will go through the application process and help you determine whether your project/business is eligible to apply, how the program works, and what expenses can be incurred under the project. There will also be time at the end of the presentation to ask questions about the program. This is your opportunity to get familiar with the program before applying! Learn more about the partnership fund here. 10 am - 11 am Webinar |
Feb. 12, 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 |
Feb. 17, 2026
You’ve explored the possibilities—now it’s time to make it practical. In this final session, we’ll wrap the series by helping you build real-life ChatGPT habits that stick. You’ll create your own AI workflow, organize your favorite prompts, and learn how to keep showing up as a human leader who uses AI with confidence (not chaos). This isn’t about doing more—it’s about working smarter with the right support. Speaker: Karine Parthenais, Mellow Brew Marketing Hosted by RTO9 10:00 am - 11:00 Online Webinar |
Feb. 18, 2026
Unlock the secrets to refining your target audience and maximizing the effectiveness of your Meta ads.
Part 2 will be held Feb. 23 9:30 am Speaker: Jennifer Baker, JBC Consulting Hosted by: Small Business Advisory Centre 9:30 am - 10:30 am Online Webinar |
Feb. 19, 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 |
Feb. 23, 2026
This session will cover essential topics to help you create successful ad campaigns. Understand the key elements that make an ad campaign successful. Learn how to create different ad sets and individual ads to target specific groups of people, and discover how to wisely allocate your budget for the best results. Speaker: Jennifer Baker, JBC Consulting Hosted by: Small Business Advisory Centre 9:30 am - 10:30 am Online Webinar |
Feb. 26, 2026
Part of the FoodPreneur Startup Series, this session is offered 4 times per year. Demystify barcodes and learn why unique product identification is key when selling your product on a website, through a retailer or an online marketplace. Having an authentic, licensed barcode, coupled with proper support systems, will help you navigate regulatory and trading requirements while ensuring you are in conformity with your trading partners. Learn about GS1 Canada Services, their roles played across the supply chain, and tools and resources on how to get started the right way. 10:00 am - 11:00 am Webinar Presented by GS1 Canada |
Mar. 5, 2026
An inspiring evening that brings together entrepreneurs, professionals, and community leaders from across our region. Enjoy a powerful leadership panel featuring local business owners and public-sector leaders as they share their journeys, insights, and lessons learned. New this year -
North Grenville Municipal Centre 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cost: Adult $99 (age 19+) / Youth $69 (age 13-18) |
Mar. 10, 2026Destination Discovery: 1000 Islands and Rideau Canal WaterwaysTourism operators—this one’s for you! Curious about who’s working behind the scenes to boost tourism in your region? Want to know who to call for support, collaboration, or funding opportunities? Join the Destination Discovery Series and get connected with the people and programs that are here to help your tourism business grow. This informative webinar series is designed to introduce tourism operators to the key players in your destination. This session will highlight
Hosted by RTO 9 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 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 |
March 23, 2026
The B2B Wholesale Food & Beverage Tradeshow is where Leeds Grenville producers and growers connect directly with retail and restaurant buyers. Discover new business opportunities, strengthen connections, and be part of the movement to buy Canadian and support local. Merrickville 12:30 - 3:00 pm For more information and required registration, call Shelbi McFarlane at 613-342-3840 or email Shelbi.mcfarlane@uclg.on.ca |
March 25, 2026
Join the Government of Ontario for a free webinar on best practices for attending trade shows for both domestic and international audiences. Webinar will include:
10:00 am - 11:00 am webinar
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Apr. 16, 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 |
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 Cost: Free 10:00 am to 11:00 am webinar. |
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 |
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