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 – 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

Growing your Small Business with TD Bank

TD Bank presents an upcoming seminar titled “Growing your Small Business.” During this webinar, attendees will have the opportunity to hear directly from two experienced bankers who will present the five best practices for growing a small business. Additionally, there will be an insightful review into what banks are looking for when you seek to borrow. We are thrilled to have Melissa Wakem and Sabiqa Sayed, both Account Managers and Women in Enterprise Bankers (WE Bankers) leading this session. They work exclusively with small business owners and will offer a deep dive into the 5 Cs, providing attendees with various options and recommendations based on their entrepreneurship journey.

By Small Business Centres Ontario.

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

Ramada by Wyndam, 805 Brookdale Ave. Cornwall, ON

Bridges to Better Business – Pathways to Growth

This year, the Bridges to Better Business event will provide a unique opportunity for small business owners to network with their peers and gain valuable insights from industry experts. Participants will have the chance to learn strategies on how to propel their business to the next level of growth and success.

The Bridges to Better Business event is open to all business owners, entrepreneurs, and individuals interested in starting their own businesses. Tickets are $40 and include a delicious breakfast buffet, energizing breaks with tasty snacks, 3 dynamic workshops, and the chance to hear from our exciting guest speaker – all while networking with the best of our local business community!

Agenda:

8:00 am – Doors Open (Breakfast Buffet Served)
8:45 am – Welcome
9:00 am – Keynote Speaker: Andrew Patricio – Pathways to Growth
9:45 am – Q&A
10:00 am – Networking Break (Refreshments Served)
10:30 am – Workshop #1 – Cristian Urroz – Roadmap to Building a Brand
11:00 am – Workshop #2 – François Bruyère – Buying for Growth: Mastering the Business Acquisition Journey
11:30 am – Workshop #3 – Nel-Kevin Junior Dubois – Automating Engagement: From First Contact to Client in Minutes
12:00pm – Wrap Up

This event is part of the Small Business Week and is an important time to highlight the vital role that small businesses play in our community. Small businesses are essential to our local economy, creating jobs, driving innovation, and contributing to the overall vibrancy of Cornwall, SDG Counties and Akwesasne.

Registration is required to secure your spot! Please click here to register

Online Webinar

Small Business Lending Made Simple with Meridian Credit Union

Learn how Meridian is supporting start-up and existing small businesses with specialized financing solutions.

By Small Business Centres Ontario.

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Online Webinar

Understanding Legal Ownership Structures with OWNR

Determine which business structure is the right one for your business.

By Small Business Centres Ontario

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Online Webinar

Free Trade with Europe (CETA): what’s in it for us?

This workshop will explain the content of this major Trade Agreement, what it means for Canadian businesses, and how to benefit from it.

By Invest Ottawa Education Centre.

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

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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

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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