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Launchpad for Women Entrepreneurs, delivered by the YMCA of Greater Toronto in partnership with DMZ, is a dynamic program series designed exclusively for women entrepreneurs of diverse backgrounds and industries. Gain the knowledge, skills and...

This virtual workshop series is designed to help new and existing small business owners gain an understanding of the key components of writing a meaningful business plan, as well as provide entrepreneurs with the essential knowledge and skills to...

What is Global Jam? Global Jam is an idea factory - it helps develop design thinking and entrepreneurial mindset skills. Join us in this event to find social innovation solutions to real-life challenges in 3 key areas from the United Nations...

This webinar is designed specifically for small business owners who want to create impactful, results-driven social media campaigns.

You’ve got the flavor, the vision, and the drive - now it’s time to take your brand to the next level. YSpace’s Food & Beverage Accelerator is back, and applications are officially open! As Ontario’s first and leading food & beverage accelerator, we...

We are excited to share with you an incredible opportunity for AI-driven startups! The Google for Startups Cloud AI Accelerator is now accepting applications. This flagship program supports top AI startups in Canada, offering unparalleled access to...

About the Workshop Want to make your brand more memorable? In this Free Branding and Storytelling Strategies Workshop led by branding expert Christine Lieu-Guzauskas of CL Designs you’ll learn: How to make your brand more memorable with colour...

Calling all startups, SMEs, and industry innovators—the 2025 SmartTO Innovation Challenge is live! This is your chance to develop real-world mobility solutions and compete for industry recognition. Why join? Access expert mentorship, collaborate with...

Startup Huddle GTA creates a powerful platform for entrepreneurs to connect and collaborate in a supportive environment where they can candidly share their business challenges. This event unites a diverse group of peers, mentors, educators, and...

Friday, March 7th | 2:00-6:00pm EST Saturday, March 8th | 8:30am-6:00pm EST Sunday, March 9th | 9:00am-6:00pm EST Learn lifelong skills, practice your entrepreneurial mindset over a fun weekend, win prizes, and earn a Statement of Recognition. Design...

Friday, March 7th | 2:00-6:00pm EST Saturday, March 8th | 8:30am-6:00pm EST Sunday, March 9th | 9:00am-6:00pm EST Learn lifelong skills, practice your entrepreneurial mindset over a fun weekend, win prizes, and earn a Statement of Recognition. Design...

Friday, March 7th | 2:00-6:00pm EST Saturday, March 8th | 8:30am-6:00pm EST Sunday, March 9th | 9:00am-6:00pm EST Learn lifelong skills, practice your entrepreneurial mindset over a fun weekend, win prizes, and earn a Statement of Recognition. Design...

Join the Vaughan Business & Entrepreneurship Centre (VBEC) team for a group session on all you need to know about regulations, business licenses, and the steps to registering your business. We will explore: Zoning - By-Law requirements Business...

Join our Customer Journey Map Workshop! In this session, you'll learn how to create a visual map of your customer's experiences with your product or service. We'll guide you through understanding their needs, pain points, and moments of delight. By...

Last Chance to Earn Your Founder Fundamentals Certificate! You may have missed the first two sessions, but it’s not too late to join Founder Fundamentals and work toward your Certificate of Completion! This 12-week educational series, in partnership...

Come and join our final session for the semester. Welcome to our Empathy Mapping Workshop! In this session, you'll learn how to create empathy maps to better understand your customers' thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. We'll guide you through the...

This May 7 and 8, you’re invited to MaRS Impact Health — two days of panels, pitches and insightful conversation with leading voices in healthcare. MaRS Impact Health features the most promising companies and discoveries solving today’s biggest...

Are you a Toronto student with a brilliant business idea? The Summer Company program supports eligible student entrepreneurs, aged 15 to 29, looking to launch and operate a small business during the summer. The program runs eight weeks for secondary...