There are a number of events throughout the year that support local business owners. These events are great opportunities to meet other business leaders and learn best practices. Be sure to also check out our News page.

DATE TIME PLACE EVENT INFORMATION

Online Webinar

 Starter Company PLUS – Business Plan: Pricing Products & Services for Profit
In this workshop, you’ll discover proven pricing strategies, how to factor in costs and market demand, and ways to communicate your value to customers. We’ll explore common pricing pitfalls to avoid and give you practical tools to ensure your pricing supports both competitiveness and healthy profit margins.

Guest Speaker: Andrew Patricio

Please click here to register.

Online Webinar

 TradeTO – Understanding Rules of Origin & Duty Drawback Programs

The City of Toronto’s Economic Development & Culture Division is hosting a nine-part webinar series hosted by industry experts to provide practical advice and valuable insight to businesses seeking to expand & diversify their trade strategy.

Understanding Rules of Origin & Duty Drawback Programs is the third webinar of the TradeTO – Trade Diversification Webinars series. It will focus on understanding rules of origin and duty drawback programs.

Speaker: Emiliano Introcaso is an Advisory & Senior Product Operations Manager at Export Development Canada.

Please click here to register

Ramada by Wyndham – 805 Brookdale Ave, Cornwall ON K6J 4P3

 Business Excellence Award

The 37th Annual Business Excellence Awards and 53rd Citizen of the Year Award will celebrate the outstanding contributions of local businesses and individuals to the community. Organized by the Cornwall and Area Chamber of Commerce.

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Online Webinar

 T1 General Small Business Tax Literacy Seminar

This seminar is offered to owners of small businesses and self-employed individuals who need help in understanding their tax obligations. The presentation is geared towards unincorporated businesses and will provide participants with the basic principles and resources needed to navigate the tax system.

During the seminar, the Liaison Officers will:

  • Explain common tax errors
  • Demonstrate how to use financial benchmarks for relevant industries
  • Provide information on various tools and services offered by the CRA
  • Explain general bookkeeping concepts and best practices

This seminar is organized by the Toronto Small Business Enterprise Centre and presented by the Canada Revenue Agency’s Liaison Officer Service Program.

Please click here to register.

Online Webinar

 Market Research

With so much information available, from multiple sources, business owners need to access key resources that impact their business. Learn how to tap into already existing data and sources to help you analyze your industry, competitors, financing opportunities and current and potential customers. Discover how this knowledge can inform your key business decisions, by learning how to ask the right questions, collect key data and interpret that information.

Please click here to register

Online Webinar

 Starter Company PLUS – Business Essentials: Meet The Experts
This session will feature expert speakers who will cover essential topics for business owners, including:

• Human Resources

• How to prepare for a business financing request

• Business Insurance

Please click here to register.

Online Webinar

 TradeTO – Financial Assistance for Importers and Exporters

The City of Toronto’s Economic Development & Culture Division is hosting a nine-part webinar series hosted by industry experts to provide practical advice and valuable insight to businesses seeking to expand & diversify their trade strategy.

Financial Assistance for Importers and Exporters is the fourth webinar of the TradeTO – Trade Diversification Webinars series. It will teach you about sourcing funding and financing to support your trade diversification strategy.

Please click here to register

DEV Hotel & Conference Centre – Cornwall, ON

 Immigrant Women Entrepreneurs MeetUp – Cornwall and SDG

The MeetUp is designed to bring entrepreneurs together in a welcoming environment where they can share stories, exchange ideas, and build networks of support. The event also highlights the important role women immigrant-led businesses play in strengthening the regional economy and fostering inclusive growth. 

The evening event hosted by Immigrant Entrepreneur Canada (IEC) is presented by Riipen, in partnership with Startup Canada’s Startup Women initiative, and supported locally by the Cornwall & Area Chamber of Commerce and the Cornwall SDG Business Enterprise Centre.  

What to Expect 

  • A chance to connect, share and feel seen
  • Casual networking with entrepreneurs, changemakers, and community supporters
  • A powerful talk from Béatrice Noel, immigrant entrepreneur and co-founder of Cornwall Connector
  • Light refreshments

The Immigrant Women Entrepreneurs MeetUp is free to attend, but advance registration is required.

To reserve your spot, click here.

Online Webinar

 Starter Company PLUS – Business Plan: Financial Forecast

This session will teach you how to create realistic financial projections for your business.

You’ll learn to build income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements to assess your business’s financial health and make informed decisions.

Guest Speaker: Andrew Seguin

Please click here to register.

Online Webinar

 TradeTO – Strategic Pricing & Competitive Advantage in a Tariff Environment

The City of Toronto’s Economic Development & Culture Division is hosting a nine-part webinar series hosted by industry experts to provide practical advice and valuable insight to businesses seeking to expand & diversify their trade strategy.

Strategic Pricing & Competitive Advantage in a Tariff Environment is the fifth webinar of the TradeTO – Trade Diversification Webinars series. It will teach you how to set prices strategically and gain a competitive edge in a changing tariff landscape.

Please click here to register

Online Webinar

 Starter Company PLUS – Financial Q&A with Andrew Seguin
Financial Q&A with Andrew is your chance to get expert advice on the financial challenges facing new businesses. Ask your burning questions about budgeting, cash flow, financing, and more.

Please click here to register.

Online Webinar

 TradeTO – Digital Trade & E-commerce: Selling Online to International Customers

The City of Toronto’s Economic Development & Culture Division is hosting a nine-part webinar series hosted by industry experts to provide practical advice and valuable insight to businesses seeking to expand & diversify their trade strategy.

Digital Trade & E-commerce: Selling Online to International Customers is the sixth webinar of the TradeTO – Trade Diversification Webinars series. It will teach you how to boost your online sales internationally in this digital trade and e-commerce webinar.

Please click here to register

Online Webinar

 Starter Company PLUS – Business Plan: Marketing Plan
Learn how to effectively define your target market (Product), communicate your unique value proposition (Promotion), choose the right channels to reach your audience (Place), determine the optimal pricing for your offerings (Price), and build a strong brand identity (Branding).

Guest Speaker: Adam Gibeau

Please click here to register.

SDG Historic Jail, 11 Water St W, Cornwall, ON K6J 1A1

 Cornwall & Area Chamber of Commerce Pub Night: Halloween at the Historic Jail

The Cornwall & Area Chamber of Commerce invites aspiring entrepreneurs and local business professionals to a special Halloween Pub Night inside the chilling walls of the SDG Historic Jail. Mingle with local professionals, connect with community leaders, and enjoy a spirited atmosphere in one of Cornwall’s most fascinating and historic locations. Costumes are highly encouraged, with a prize for the best one!

What to Expect:

  • Historic Jail Tours: Get exclusive access to explore the eerie cell blocks and discover the stories of inmates past.
  • Spirited Networking: Connect with fellow Chamber members, entrepreneurs, and community leaders in a casual and memorable setting.
  • Halloween Trivia: Team up and test your knowledge of all things spooky for a chance to win some frighteningly good prizes!
  • Best Costume Prize: Get creative and come dressed in your Halloween best! We’ll be awarding a special prize to the most creative, spooky, or hilarious costume of the night.
  • Food & Drinks: Enjoy a selection of appetizers and access to a cash bar to keep the spirits high throughout the evening.

Space is limited for this exclusive event. Please register in advance to secure your spot!

For more information, click here.

Online Webinar

 TradeTO – Legal Considerations & Trade Compliance for Exporters

The City of Toronto’s Economic Development & Culture Division is hosting a nine-part webinar series hosted by industry experts to provide practical advice and valuable insight to businesses seeking to expand & diversify their trade strategy.

Legal Considerations & Trade Compliance for Exporters is the seventh webinar of the TradeTO – Trade Diversification Webinars series. It will teach you how to get ready to navigate the complex world of legal considerations and trade compliance in exporting – essential knowledge for global business.

Please click here to register

Online Webinar

 Starter Company PLUS – Social Media for Small Business (AI Tools)
This session will teach you how to leverage social platforms to reach and engage your target audience.

Guest Speaker: Adam Gibeau

Please click here to register.
ACC Catalyst Symposium

This is a tentative date. More information coming soon.

Online Webinar

 TradeTO – Marketing Strategies in Diverse Export Markets

The City of Toronto’s Economic Development & Culture Division is hosting a nine-part webinar series hosted by industry experts to provide practical advice and valuable insight to businesses seeking to expand & diversify their trade strategy.

Marketing Strategies in Diverse Export Markets is the eight webinar of the TradeTO – Trade Diversification Webinars series. It will teach you about global marketing strategies, where they will explore innovative ways to reach diverse export markets.

Please click here to register

Online Webinar

 Starter Company PLUS – Business Plan: Pitch to Investors
This session will equip you with the skills to create a compelling pitch deck. Learn how to craft a persuasive story, deliver impactful presentations, and confidently answer investor questions.

Guest Speaker: Shannon Ferguson

Please click here to register.

Online Webinar

 TradeTO – Case Studies & Success Stories: Why and How Toronto Businesses Diversified

The City of Toronto’s Economic Development & Culture Division is hosting a nine-part webinar series hosted by industry experts to provide practical advice and valuable insight to businesses seeking to expand & diversify their trade strategy.

Case Studies & Success Stories: Why and How Toronto Businesses Diversified is the ninth and last webinar of the TradeTO – Trade Diversification Webinars series. Get inspired by local Toronto businesses sharing their journey to success and the strategies they used to diversify in today’s market.

Please click here to register