Thinking/Starting
Evaluating your idea and getting started
Thinking about your own Business? Not sure where to start?
The Small Business Centre can provide you with the tools and resources you need to evaluate your idea and decide if entrepreneurship is right for you.
If you're ready to get started the Centre offers a full range of support services, including workshops, seminars, government programs, advisory assistance, networking events and much more to help you put your business on the path to success.
Have questions about your business plan?
Make an appointment with one of our knowledgeable Business Advisors. Consultations are free and confidential.
Our Advisors are available to assist you with your market research and help you get started on your plan.
If you've already begun working on a plan, you may want to meet with an Advisor for an in-depth consultation and feedback on all aspects of your plan.
Startup Events Calendar
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December 11
Recipe to Reality: How to Start a Food Business - December 11th
Wed, Dec 11th @ 9:15 am - 12:15 pmHave a great idea for a food business? Want to learn how to turn your winning recipe into a successful venture?
Attend this 3 hour seminar to learn what it takes to start a food business.
Tickets $0.00/each
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December 12
E.P.I.C. Holiday Schmoozefest - December 12th, 2019
Thu, Dec 12th @ 4:30 pm - 7:30 pmJoin us for E.P.I.C. Holiday Schmoozefest, the holiday event for small business!
Enjoy amazing food, great tunes, door prizes, a silent auction, and some serious schmoozing!
This is a prepaid event only, no walk-ins, please!
Register for this event through EventbriteENTREPRENEURS: PROMOTE, INSPIRE, CONNECT!
Tickets $13.27/each
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December 17
Starting a Small Business Seminar - Tuesday, December 17th, 2019
Tue, Dec 17th @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pmWith a range of programs and services tailored to meet your needs, the London Small Business Centre can help you start and grow your business. Attend this free, 90-minute seminar for a full overview of programs and services, and key business start up information.
Tickets $0.00/each
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January 7
Starting a Small Business Seminar - Tuesday, January 7th, 2019
Tue, Jan 7th @ 10:00 am - 11:30 amWith a range of programs and services tailored to meet your needs, the London Small Business Centre can help you start and grow your business. Attend this free, 90-minute seminar for a full overview of programs and services, and key business start up information.
Tickets $0.00/each
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January 8
Navigating the Regulatory Compliance for Your Food Business - January 8th 2019
Wed, Jan 8th @ 9:15 am - 12:15 pmStarting a business in the food industry. Are you thinking about opening a restaurant, bakery, café, wholesale, nightclub, or similar business? This seminar will show you how to navigate the interdepartmental permit and legislation requirements for various food related businesses.
Tickets $0.00/each
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January 8
Think Business Series - January 8, 15, 22, 29
Wed, Jan 8th @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pmThe Think Business Series is comprised of four (two hour) sessions that serve as guidance in developing a business plan. This includes market research, marketing and sales, financials, operations and start up costs.
NOTE**Registration for this series includes registration for all sessions being held on January 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th
Tickets $100.00/each
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January 13
Rise Individual Lending Program Information Session - Jan 13, 2020
Mon, Jan 13th @ 10:00 am - 11:00 amDo you self-identify as an individual who has experienced mental health and or addiction challenges? Then you may be eligible to participate in a unique lending program. The Small Business Centre has partnered up with Rise Asset Development to provide training, mentoring, and financing of up to $10,000 to help qualified and eligible individuals achieve their business goals!
Tickets $0.00/each
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January 14
The Nuts and Bolts of Building a Construction Trades Business - January 14th 2020
Tue, Jan 14th @ 4:30 pm - 7:30 pmDuring this seminar, you will be provided with an overview on the important areas every entrepreneur should consider when starting a construction trades business.
Tickets $0.00/each
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January 15
HR Essentials: Hiring and Staff Management - January 15th 2020
Wed, Jan 15th @ 10:00 am - 12:30 pmDiscover how to minimize the risk for your small business, and avoid costly mistakes!
Tickets $30.00/each
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January 21
Starting a Small Business Seminar - Tuesday, January 21st, 2019
Tue, Jan 21st @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pmWith a range of programs and services tailored to meet your needs, the London Small Business Centre can help you start and grow your business. Attend this free, 90-minute seminar for a full overview of programs and services, and key business start up information.
Tickets $0.00/each
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February 4
Building a Construction Trades Business - Navigating the Regulatory Compliance - February 4th 2020
Tue, Feb 4th @ 4:30 pm - 7:30 pmLearn the about the regulations that will affect your business. Meet and learn from Chartered Tax Accountants, Insurance Professionals, and representatives from Service Business London.
Tickets $0.00/each
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February 26
Understanding Employment Standards & Health and Safety for Your Small Business
Wed, Feb 26th @ 10:00 am - 12:30 pmKnow your workplace rights and obligations within small business. Presented by experts from the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development.
Tickets $0.00/each
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