Learn, Connect & Grow This September with Free Learning Resources!

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Learn, Connect & Grow This September with Free Workshops & Seminars
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Access to Professionals – Advice You Can Trust! 

Are you looking for Business Legal or Business Growth advice? 

The Access to Professionals (A to P) series provides an opportunity for you to virtually meet with a professional for a 30-minute, one-on-one meeting and gives you the opportunity to ask any questions you may have about your business. 

Whether you’re just launching a new start-up or have been in business for years, these one-on-one meetings are a great way for you to get advice on specific issues you face in your business and gain a better understanding of some of the challenges you may face while growing your business.   

Advance registration is required. A limited number of spots are available each month. Book your spot today!

Growth Advisory Dates: Tuesday, September 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29.
Business Legal Dates: Thursday, September 10
Location: Virtual & Phone

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Start Your Food Venture – Foodpreneur Advatange Start-Up Seminars 

Hamilton foodpreneurs! 

Mark your calendars, the Foodpreneur Advantage Start-up Seminar series is back. Explore the sessions below and sign up for the ones that fit your needs, or register for all of them to learn even more:

Thursday, September 3rd: Costing, Pricing & Unit Economics
Thursday, September 10th: Branding & Marketing Your Food Product
Thursday, September 17th: Food Safety Fundamentals for Founders
Wednesday, September 23rd: Barcodes & Beyond: What You Need to be Market-Ready
Thursday, September 24th: Labelling & Packaging Your Food Product

Get ready to grow and scale your food operation today!

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Succession Success (6-Part Series) – Protect Your Business’s Value 

What happens to your business when you’re ready to step away?

Whether you’re thinking about retirement, selling your business, passing it on to the next generation, or simply want to be prepared for whatever comes next – succession planning shouldn’t be left until it’s too late.

That’s why we’re hosting Succession Success: A Free 6-Part Virtual Series. Designed for business owners, this practical series will explore the key pieces of a successful business transition, including planning, financial considerations, legal considerations, valuation, and preparing for your next chapter.

– 6 FREE virtual sessions
– Attend one session or all six
– Learn from experienced professionals
– Gain practical insights you can put to work in your business

Your business deserves a Plan B. 

Event Date: September 9-October 21, 2026. 10-11 AM. 
Location: Online.


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Tax Seminar With the CRAT1 Sole Proprietor & Partnership 

Have tax questions? 

Hosted by the CRA this workshop provides small business owners with a overview of the relationship between their business and taxation.
The CRA Liaison Officer tax seminar targets newer small businesses or potential new start-ups. 

This webinar helps:
– Explain common tax errors, what causes them and how to avoid them
– Demonstrate how to use financial benchmarks for relevant industries
– Provide information on the CRA’s services
– Explain general bookkeeping concepts and best practices

This seminar will provide small business owners with a general overview of the relationship between their business and taxation.
It also allows participants the opportunity to speak directly to a representative from the CRA to ask any questions that they might have concerning business issues. 

Event Date: September 16, 2026. 9-10 AM.
Location: Online. 


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Ten Steps to Starting a Business – Insights and Actionable Guidance 
 
Are you dreaming of launching your own business but unsure where to start? Starting a small business can be exciting and challenging. With careful research and hard work, it can also be very rewarding. 

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain essential insights and actionable guidance at our in-person seminar, Ten Steps to Starting a Business! This seminar is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs like you, covering the fundamentals to make starting a small business faster and easier. 

You’ll explore key topics including:
– Conducting Market Research
– Preparing a Business Plan
– Choosing a Business Structure
– Registering your Business
– Business Number (BN)Licensing Requirements
– Zoning Regulations
– Additional Regulations
-Financing your Business
– Additional Resources

Whether you’re just brainstorming or ready to take the plunge, this 90-minute session will equip you with the tools and confidence to turn your vision into reality.
Plus, it’s hosted by the Hamilton Business Centre – your go-to hub for business support. 

Event Date: September 11, 2026. 9:30-11 AM.
Event Date: September 21, 2026. 1:30-3 PM.
Location: In-Person.

Register Now – Sept 11

Register Now – Sept 21
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How to Incorporate Your Business – Understand What Incorporation Really Means 

Thinking about incorporating your business?

Before you make the leap, make sure you understand what incorporation really means – legally, financially, and strategically.

Join the Hamilton Business Centre for a FREE webinar hosted by the legal experts at SimpsonWigle Law LLP, designed specifically for entrepreneurs and small business owners.

You’ll learn:
What it actually means to incorporate in Ontario
– When incorporation makes sense (and when it doesn’t)
– The legal and tax implications business owners should understand
– Common mistakes to avoid before filing paperwork

Whether you’re just starting out or planning your next phase of growth, this session will give you clarity and confidence before you incorporate.

Event Date: September 22, 2026. 9-10 AM.
Location: Online. 

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Market Research Made Simple

Stop Guessing. Start Building a Business People Actually Want
 
Successful businesses don’t rely on assumptions, they rely on evidence. 

Whether you’re starting a new business, launching a product, or looking to grow an existing company, market research helps you understand your customers, identify opportunities, and reduce risk before investing your time and money. 

This free, self-paced challenge walks you through a proven market research process in 14 practical lessons that you can complete whenever it fits your schedule.

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