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.
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SCP Business Plan: Marketing Plan
Part of our Starter Company Plus Fall 2026 workshop series. 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). Hosted by Adam Gibeau. Register via Zoom here. |
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EMC – Eastern Ontario Health and Safety Roundtable
Join EMC for an Eastern Ontario roundtable focused on mental health in the workplace. With the National Health & Safety Session in Etobicoke coming up on November 3, 2026, they’ll discuss what organizations are doing locally, share success stories and exchange ideas for addressing mental health challenges in the workplace. Register Here. |
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Social Media for Small Business (AI Tools)
Part of our Starter Company Plus Fall 2026 workshop series. This session will teach you how to leverage social platforms to reach and engage your target audience. Hosted by Adam Gibeau. Register via Zoom here. |
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Etobicoke, Ontario |
EMC – Step up and Build a Culture that Protects People
This event brings together manufacturing leaders, health and safety professionals, and industry experts for a day of learning, collaboration, and practical insights aimed at strengthening workplace safety and culture. Register Here. |
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Best Western Parkway Inn & conference Centre 1515 Vincent Massey Dr, Cornwall, ON K6H 5R6 |
38th Annual Business Excellence Awards
Recognizing the businesses, visionaries, and community pillars driving regional growth and leadership. Join over 300 regional leaders, entrepreneurs, and community partners to celebrate the innovation and resilience driving Cornwall forward. Secure your seat for an unforgettable evening celebrating regional impact, resilience, and community excellence. Tickets are first come, first served. Register Here. |
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Best Western Parkway Inn & conference Centre 1515 Vincent Massey Dr, Cornwall, ON K6H 5R6 |
Business Sisters Annual Conference 2026
Business Sisters are coming together for their Annual Conference: a full day created for women entrepreneurs who are ready for fresh ideas, meaningful conversations, and the kind of connections that make running a business feel a little less lonely. Expect practical learning, thought-provoking sessions, and plenty of opportunities to connect with women who understand the challenges, wins, and emotional roller coaster of entrepreneurship. Come ready to learn, share, recharge, and leave with new ideas you can actually put to work. Register Here. |
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SCP Business Plan: Pitch to Investors
Part of our Starter Company Plus Fall 2026 workshop series. 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. Hosted by Shannon Ferguson. Register via Zoom here. |
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DEV Hotel & Conference Centre |
RTO – 2026 SEe ON Tourism Summit
Big ideas are taking shape! RTO is crafting an agenda packed with inspiring conversations, practical takeaways, and opportunities to connect with leaders across the tourism industry to help Envision Tourism Growth across South Eastern Ontario. Leading the charge are keynote headliners Jennifer Robins (Environics Analytics) and Jason Hunt (Merged Media), who will bring fresh thinking on how data, storytelling, and strategy come together to drive impact. Register Here. |