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How to find a Business Lawyer & what your initial expectations should be?
New and existing business owners will most likely find themselves in need of a business lawyer at one time or another. When that time comes, it is important that you are diligent when selecting a lawyer and preparing for your initial appointments. There are many resources available to you that will not only aid you in finding the best lawyer for you, but prepare you to get the most from your lawyer.
Your first and probably your most difficult task, is finding a lawyer. The Canadian Bar Association and the Provincial Law Society offer a lawyer referral service. They can provide the names of lawyers in your area who ... Read More
If you are interested in discussing some of your Legal needs and questions with a Lawyer, The Small Business Centre offers a Legal Advisory service on the first Thursday of each month. Please call for details or to book your appointment (519) 659-2882.
Useful Resources:
Lawyer Referral Service:
Tel: 1 (800) 268-8326
Western Business Law Clinic (free service for basic legal questions)
Tel: (519) 850-2966
www.law.uwo.ca
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Dear Friends,
Hello and welcome to the March 2008
issue of the Small Business Centre Newsletter.
In this issue, we will give you updates on networking opportunities, seminars, and an editorial piece on finding a business lawyer.
We'd like to thank everyone who braved the weather on Feb 6 to make it to Networking Wednesday. Congratulations to Kristen Halfpenny of Halfpenny Computerized Accounting for winning the 7" portable DVD player provided by the Elgin Middlesex Oxford Local Training Board.
Our next Networking Wednesday is scheduled for March 5 at the Labatt's Amber Lounge. Don't miss it, register today!
Business Information Advisor/ Newsletter Editor
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 Clients in the News...  The following clients have recently been featured in the local media. Congratulations!
Who: Marcy Demelo of Agapeo jewellery
Where: She Magazine
When: Fall 2007
Marcy Demelo is the exclusive designer of Agapeo jewellery. "The Agapeo Collection" showcases Marcy's original artwork, often created to complement specialty boutique's designer clothing lines. Agapeo custom jewellery is also offered through retail Gift Shops, the Agapeo Gallery online and at Agapeo Home Parties.
Who: Pauline Julien of TriniTown Restaurant
Where: London Free Press, Business Monday
When: February 11, 2008
TriniTown Restaurant, home to a range of Caribbean foods including roti, a delicacy in Trinidad, is now sharing space with the revived White House Pizza on Dundas St.
Who: Barry Jackson of Jackson Consultants and Fire Protection Systems.
Where: London Free Press, Business Monday
When: February 11, 2008
Who: Daniel Castillo of GlassWay Studio
Where: London Free Press, Business Monday
When: Monday, February 18, 2008
Daniel Castillo is an accomplished and serious artist who works specifically in stained and fused glass. Looking for that unique piece, something that no one else has? Then visit Daniel Castillo at GlassWay Studio. You will find fused glass artwork, sculptural pieces, functional and non-functional artwork that you cannot find anywhere else! Just give him a call, and if he doesn't have that piece you DIDN'T know you were looking for, than he can create it for you. Visit GlassWay Studio at 538 Adelaide St. N.
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 Networking Wednesday Wednesday,  March 5, 2008
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Amber Lounge, Labatt Brewery
Address: 150 Simcoe St.,
Cost: $5.00 (cash at the door)
Networking includes:
Beer, soft drinks, pizza and snacks.
Pre-registration required as space is limited.
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 ABS Seminar:
Doing Your Own Bookkeeping
Monday,  March 17, 2008
Time: 9:15 AM - 12:15 PM Location: Small Business Centre Cost: $25.00 (Includes GST & handouts)
Presented by Charlene Maginn, Business Advisor
Pre-registration required as seating is limited.
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ABS Seminar:
Systemize Your Way to a Thriving Business
Wednesday, March 27, 2008
Time: 9:15 AM - 12:15 PM
Location: Small Business Centre
Cost: $25.00 (Includes GST & handouts)
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 On Tap with The Entrepreneur's Club... 
Each month, members of The Entrepreneur's Club meet to learn from seasoned professionals, share knowledge and skills, and develop valuable business relationships.
Are you interested in becoming a member of The Entrepreneur's Club? Attend a Water Cooler meeting to find out what we're all about. All you have to do is pay for breakfast. You can attend two meetings without obligation and then we'd love to have you join us regularly.
Join us for our next Water Cooler meeting:
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
Time: 7:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.
Location: Cora's Breakfast & Lunch
Address: 395 Wellington Road South at Commissioners
Check us out and pay only for your breakfast.
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 Yellow Pages Group Launches the Third Edition
of its Make It Real Program in London.
In celebration of businesses making a difference in their communities.
Yellow Pages Group (YPG) is proud to be launching the third edition of its Make It Real award program that recognizes the noteworthy contributions of small businesses across Canada to the well-being of their local communities.
Make It Real focuses on exceptional small Canadian businesses with 50 or fewer employees. Any company that has demonstrated outstanding community involvement through concrete actions that benefit local residents can be nominated for recognition. Nominations can be submitted by an eligible company itself, or by another business or individual.
Two businesses will be recognized in each participating community with a Platinum prize of $5,000 and Gold prize of $2,500 respectively. These businesses, in turn, will share a portion of their prize with a beneficiary organization of their choice.
More details and applications to participate in the Make It Real award program are available online at www.ypg.com/makeitreal. The deadlines for nominating a business and for submitting an entry form are April 21, 2008 and May 1, 2008 respectively. Winners will be announced on June 9, 2008.
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