Small Business Events

Attend a free information session about the Canadian Youth Business Foundation (CYBF). This is your chance to find out information about various CYBF programs; and eligibility requirements. Registration is required.

Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Niagara Falls City Hall
4310 Queen Street
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5

For more information: 905-356-7521 x 5004 | smallbusinessoffice@niagarafalls.ca

Cost: FREE Space is limited

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.

Cost: $20.00 Space is limited

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

Cost: $20.00 Space is limited

If you have ever considered pitching your business to investors, consider this 2-part workshop offered by nGen.

Part 1 - Telling Your Investment Story
May 3rd | 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Use the principles of storytelling to craft a compelling narrative to introduce your venture to investors.
Deliverable: A summary of the 10 key components of your investment story.

Part 2 – Pitch Deck and Business Plan
May 10 | 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Turn your story into a compelling presentation and a draft business plan.
Deliverable: Drafts of a 10-slide pitch deck and a business plan.

There is no fee to attend the workshop; however a refundable deposit is required to hold your spot. FOr more information and to register, go to: http://ngen-pitchingtoinvestors-auto.eventbrite.com/


Cost: FREE

nGen in partnership with the St. Catharines and Niagara Falls Small Business Enterprise Centre's would like to invite you to a fantastic series of seminars, designed to assist you in launcing or growing your business!Held at Niagara College, Glendale Campus, the sessions are being held on October 11, 2011, December 13, 2011, January 10, 2012, March 6, 2011 and May 8, 2012, AND each session also includes lunch and parking. Topics include Government Funding, Marketing, Legal Advice, and Tax Credits.Attend individual sessions for $10 each. What a deal!!To register: http://ngenlearnatlunch.eventbrite.com/


Cost: $10.00