Financing and Insurance for Small Business
Computer Bytes Information Sessions
Join a certified Professional from Staples - Easytech 4Business as he provides an overview of various computer topics and answers questions from the participants. Each month will feature a specific topic including:The essentials for creating an effective online presence for your business. E-Business E-ssentials is a series of four sessions focusing on:
- Cloud computing
- What is a server?
- Security solutions
- Data back-up
- Creating a network
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Starting a Business in Canada - General Information Session for new Canadians interested in self employment
The Starting a Business in Canada General Information Session provides basic information for new Canadians interested in self employment. Topics include: business registration, name protection, municipal licensing, insurance, financing, HST, business planning and services available through the Halton Region Small Business Centre.
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Canadian Youth Business Foundation - General Information Sessions
The Canadian Youth Business Foundation (CYBF) is a national charity providing pre-launch coaching, business resources, start-up financing and mentoring to help you start your own successful business. If you are 18-34 and have a business idea, CYBF can help!
The Halton Region Small Business Centre is the local community partner for the CYBF in Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville.
Monthly information sessions will include eligibility criteria and a program overview.
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Business Banking and Credit Discussion Session
Learn where to get the money you need for your business. Approaching a bank can often be an intimidating and overwhelming process. Often people approach a bank without any idea of what lending services are available and what the bank is looking for from the applicant. Learn how to make your discussions with your bank successful from an RBC Business Account Manager. The session will help you make the first step towards a successful credit discussion with any lender. Make your leap into business a successful venture!
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Consultant on Site Program: Halton Hills Public Library & Milton Public Library
Gain access to knowledgeable business consultants at your library! Business consultants will be available at the Georgetown Branch and Milton Library to meet with you. In partnership with Halton Hills Public Library and Milton Public Library, Halton's Small Business Centre is offering a new program for business owners and entrepreneurs.
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Market Research
Identify the why and how of conducting market research for your business.
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Business Plan Basics
UYou will be introduced to the concepts of a business plan from the executive summary to the financial overview and take away examples of templates that can be used for your business.
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Understanding Financial Statements
Learn how to record and maintain financial records for your small business including balance sheets, cash flow and income statements.
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ABC's of Marketing
Learn some cost effective marketing options for your small business.
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Starting a Small Business
A general overview of the things you will need to consider: resources to help you succeed, structure, registrations, regulations, licences, taxes and financing options.
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Learn new tools that give the opportunity to reach a wider audience, establish and enhance brand awareness, improve customer service and retention as well as understand customers better.
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Take away the basics of working with the media - writing a news release, preparing for a media interview and building a relationship with the media.
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Applications and Recoveries of the GST/HST
Understanding the effects of the GST/HST will empower business owners when making decisions. Topics covered in this session includewhen to register, recovery strategies, restricted input tax credits and common audit exposures.
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How to do Business With the Government (Federal, Provincial, Regional and Municipal)
This seminar covers procurement policy, key concepts and important elements of the procurement process. It also provides tips on how to write effective proposals and touches on how to market your goods and services to the government.
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Business Transition: Succession Planning
Are you planning to retire or move to another business venture? Deciding how you will exit is an important decision. Identify the options available.
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First Steps in Exporting
Get the resources, programs and services available to new exporters including market research, export planning and practical issues.
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The New Importer
Canada Border Services Agency will deliver this seminar outlining the importing process, how duty is determined, government contacts and trade programs.
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Financing and Insurance for Small Business
These two sessions will provide an overview of financing and insurance needs for small business.
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