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 18
E.P.I.C. Holiday Schmoozefest 2018 - E.P.I.C. Networking Events
Tue, Dec 18th @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 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!
ENTREPRENEURS: PROMOTE, INSPIRE, CONNECT!
Tickets $22.12/each
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December 20
Open4Business - December 20th, 2018
Thu, Dec 20th @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 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, one hour seminar for a full overview of everything we offer. This seminar is held every Thursday of each month and starts at noon.
Tickets $0.00/each
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January 8
Accounting Advice
Tue, Jan 8th @ 9:00 am - 12:30 pmAccess certified accountants to address financial questions and assist with bookkeeping best practices and future forecasting.
Individual appointments booked on a first come, first served basis.
**Note: Our January Accounting Service will start the second week of January due to the holidays.Read More
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January 9
Human Resources Advice
Wed, Jan 9th @ 9:00 am - 12:30 pmHR experts are available to clarify your concerns and provide answers to your human resource questions.
Individual half hour appointments booked on a first come, first served basis.
**Note: Our January HR Service will start the second week of January due to the holidaysRead More
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January 10
Legal Advice
Thu, Jan 10th @ 9:00 am - 12:30 pmExpert lawyers are available to clarify your concerns and provide answers to your legal questions.
Individual half hour appointments booked on a first come, first served basis.
**Note: Our January Legal Service will start the second week of January due to the holidays.Read More
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January 16
Navigating the Regulatory Compliance's for Your Food Business - Jan 16
Wed, Jan 16th @ 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 22
From Recipe to Reality: How to Start a Food Business - Jan 22
Tue, Jan 22nd @ 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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January 30
eBusiness Seminar: eCommerce Platforms and Content Marketing - Jan 30, 2019
Wed, Jan 30th @ 9:00 am - 12:15 pmEnjoy a hot breakfast while you learn about the most popular eCommerce platforms and the best content strategies to pair them with!
In Partnership with rTraction
Tickets $30.00/each
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February 5
Making Ontario Open for Business Act (Bill 47) - Feb 5, 2019
Tue, Feb 5th @ 10:00 am - 11:30 amThe Ministry of Labour will be hosting an information session at our Centre to provide our guests with a general overview of the Employmeny Standards Act featuring Bill 47 updates.
Tickets $0.00/each
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