Business Events

Bright Ideas 2010
March 3: 9am-2pm (Niagara College)

Business, Government Services and You
April 21: (TBC)

Bridges to Better Business 2010
October 6: 9am-5pm (Queen Street)

Seminars

For those that are starting or growing a business, the Niagara Falls Small Business Enterprise Centres offer a variety of essential and interactive seminars that are sure to answer all your questions about your small business!

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How to Write A Business Plan
This interactive seminar is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of the components in a business plan and get you on the path to business success. Each session runs from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM.
Event Cost: $20

10 Ideas Guaranteed to Grow Your Business
Growing your business isn't just a worthy goal; growing your business is a necessity for your business's survival and your economic well-being. What can you do to get your business beyond the bare sustenance level? This 2 hour seminar will teach techniques to grow your business that have been successfully used by other businesses and, with some planning and investment, will work for you too.
Event Cost: $20

February 24, 201050 spots left

A Guide to Market Research
A cross between a traditional seminar and a workshop, this session will leave you with a working understanding of the numerous FREE reliable data resources available to you. Each session runs from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Event Cost: $20

Bright Ideas
The Bright Ideas Business Plan Workshop Event will bring together over 250 Niagara secondary school students and their teachers to Niagara College, where they will be provided, focused workshop sessions on all elements of business plan development. Sessions include; Business Overview, Market Research, Marketing Plan and Financials. Workshop delivery will be provided by Niagara College instructors and SBEC staff. Providing a valuable learning opportunity, combined with a fun and engaging environment.
Event Cost: $0

March 3, 2010SOLD OUT

Marketing and Advertising Your Business
This 2 hour seminar will describe marketing techniques that are critical to the success of your business. Marketing has many dimensions, including market research, customer service, advertising, targeting, packaging, pricing, and e-marketing. Investing in a good marketing plan will generate excellent returns and provide long-term benefits to your business. Each session runs from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Event Cost: $20

March 25, 201016 spots left

May 20, 201016 spots left

October 26, 201016 spots left

Income Tax Preparation and Tips
This seminar focuses on Preparation and tips small business owners can use when filing Annual tax with the government on their businesses net profit.
Event Cost: $20

March 31, 201050 spots left

Business, Government Services and You
Join us for an informational networking event with representatives from more than 20 government organizations. Find resources for business planning financing, marketing, importing/exporting and more. Ask all of your small business tax questions and event learn how to sell your goods and services to the government.
Event Cost: $0

April 21, 2010SOLD OUT

E-Business Seminar Series
This series is designed to heighten the utilization of e-business by small businesses to increase sales and expand market access through the internet.
Event Cost: $0

May 4, 201025 spots left

May 11, 201025 spots left

The Successful Exhibitor
This seminar focuses on creating a buying climate or "the will to buy" combining all of the essential elements of marketing, advertising and selling.
Event Cost: $20

May 19, 201050 spots left

Taxation
Our popular tax seminars give you important information about starting a small business, registering for a GST/HST account, payroll requirements, T4 slip preparation, and more. This seminar is in partnership with the Canada Revenue Agency and The Ministry of Revenue.
Event Cost: $0

June 15, 201050 spots left

November 3, 201050 spots left

Marketing and Advertising to Women
This 2 hour seminar will describe marketing techniques targeted at women that are critical to the success of your business. Marketing has many dimensions, including market research, customer service, advertising, targeting, packaging, pricing, and e-marketing. Investing in marketing strategies designed for women can increases sales and lead to ultimate business success.
Event Cost: $20

June 30, 201050 spots left

Health & Wellness- A Work/Life Balance
This is a new and exciting seminar with a goal to create balance and wellness in the world. This seminar will teach individuals and businesses to create balance, wellness and productivity in their lives.
Event Cost: $20

July 28, 201050 spots left

Attracting Media Attention
Getting news coverage in the press is an important part of any sales and marketing strategy. For better or worse, opinions are formed by what people see and hear in print, radio and television. Good press can help the selling of your products and services. This seminar focuses on key strategies small businesses can use to not only attract media but form a mutually beneficial relationship for future success.
Event Cost: $20

September 29, 201016 spots left

Bridges to Better Business
The Niagara Falls Small Business Enterprise Centre (NFSBEC) in partnership with the Province of Ontario, and Industry Canada, are proud to announce the presentation of Bridges to Better Business: Experience Downtown Niagara Falls on Wednesday, October 6, 2009. This one day event is for professionals, entrepreneurs and community leaders who want to connect, learn and experience the exciting new face of downtown Niagara Falls.
Event Cost: $0

October 6, 2010SOLD OUT

Getting Ready for Christmas
This seminar is designed to help small businesses plan for Christmas and get into the Christmas cheer in winter or spring. By doing this your business can make the most of Christmas sales!
Event Cost: $20

November 24, 201050 spots left

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Niagara Falls Small Business Enterprise Centre
Business Development Division
City of Niagara Falls
4310 Queen Street
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Seminar Hotline: 905-356-7521 x 5004