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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September 25
From Recipe to Reality: How to Start a Food Business - September 25
Tue, Sep 25th @ 9:00 am - 12:00 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.
Registrations for this seminar are now closed.
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September 27
Open4Business - September 27th, 2018
Thu, Sep 27th @ 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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October 2
Accounting Advice
Tue, Oct 2nd @ 9:10 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.
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October 3
HR Advice
Wed, Oct 3rd @ 9:10 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.Read More
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October 4
Legal Advice
Thu, Oct 4th @ 9:10 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.
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October 4
Open4Business - October 4th, 2018
Thu, Oct 4th @ 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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October 11
Open4Business - October 11th, 2018
Thu, Oct 11th @ 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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October 15
Understanding your Health and Safety and Return to Work Obligations
Mon, Oct 15th @ 9:00 am - 11:30 amAttend this informative session to learn about workplace violence and harassment, health and safety awareness training, business case for health and safety, plus more!
Tickets $0.00/each
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October 16
The Road to Organizational Excellence - Building a Bulletproof Business
Tue, Oct 16th @ 9:15 am - 12:15 pmDiscover what stands between your small business and organizational excellence. Join us to learn how to take your company to the top tier!
Tickets $30.00/each
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October 16
E.P.I.C. Networking Event
Tue, Oct 16th @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pmExpand your list of business contacts and meet potential referrals while enjoying a fun and interactive ice breaker game that will get you in front of a dynamic community of London business owners and professionals!
Tickets $10.62/each
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October 17
Starting a Small Business - October 17, 2018
Wed, Oct 17th @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pmDo you have what it takes to start your own business? Do you know what's involved in getting started?
This 3 hour seminar will explore the personal aspects of business ownership and provide you with information on government regulations, taxation, legal and financial issues you need to consider before starting a business.
Tickets $30.00/each
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October 18
Open4Business - October 18th, 2018
Thu, Oct 18th @ 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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October 24
Business Planning Basics Session 1 - October 24th, 2018
Wed, Oct 24th @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pmFirst part of a 9 hour seminar on creating a business plan. Learn about market research, assessing your competition, creating effective marketing strategies and developing sales strategies. Registration for this session automatically includes registration for sessions 2 & 3 on October 26th, 2018.
NOTE - Completion of the Starting a Small Business Seminar is required before enrolling in this workshop.
Tickets $120.00/each
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October 26
Business Planning Basics Sessions 2 & 3 - October 26th, 2018
Fri, Oct 26th @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pmLearn about operational concerns and financial considerations, including: start up costs, sales forecasting, cash flow statements, income statements, and balance sheets. Upon completing this workshop you will have all the tools necessary to prepare your own business plan.
NOTE - This full day session completes the seminar series. Registration for Session 1 on October 24th automatically includes Sessions 2 & 3 on this date.
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November 6
Accounting Advice
Tue, Nov 6th @ 9:10 pm - 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.
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November 7
Human Resources Advice
Wed, Nov 7th @ 9:10 pm - 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.
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November 8
Legal Advice
Thu, Nov 8th @ 9:10 pm - 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.
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