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SUMMARY:Mentorship & Community: Why Relationships Matter In Business
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\n\n\nMentors\, peers\, and professional networks all play a part in helping entrepreneurs navigate challenges and uncover new opportunities. \n\n\n\n\nThis session explores the value of mentorship and community in entrepreneurship. Participants will learn where to find mentors\, how to build meaningful professional relationships\, and how to create a support network that can contribute to long-term growth and success. \nAll sessions are interactive and participants are encouraged to bring questions related to their own business or entrepreneurial goals. \nRegistration\nThis event is free to join but registration is required on the Toronto Public Library website. \nPlease note: Starting June 1\, library programs will no longer be updated on Eventbrite. Our website is the go-to place to browse TPL programs\, register\, receive reminders\, and keep track of your bookings: https://tpl.ca/smallbusiness/programs-seminars/\nThis program is part of Toronto Public Library’s Entrepreneur in Residence program series with a focus on women entrepreneurs\, designed to support women as they explore entrepreneurship and build practical small business skills. Participants will learn about key topics for starting and growing a business\, with guidance from an experienced entrepreneur in residence. For more information and a full list of programs\, visit tpl.ca/eir. \nMeet the Resident: Melanie Cruickshank is a founder and brand-side operator with over 15 years of experience building\, launching\, and scaling beauty and personal care brands. As the founder of da lish cosmetics\, she led everything from product development and retail strategy to e-commerce growth and national partnerships. Known for her hands-on\, no-nonsense approach\, Melanie brings a founder’s accountability and a deep understanding of what it takes to build brands that perform in market. \nAccessibility\nLive or automated closed captioning\, sign language interpretation\, intervenor services\, or attendant services are available upon request. Please submit your request at least 2 weeks in advance to: tpl.ca/accessibility-events.
URL:https://www.tcccanada.com/event/mentorship-community-why-relationships-matter-in-business/
LOCATION:Toronto Public Library – S. Walter Stewart Branch\, 170 Memorial Park Avenue\, Toronto\, M4J 2K5\, Canada
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SUMMARY:CONTENT & COCKTAILS: STAND OUT on Social Media for the Busy Fall Season
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\n\n\nMonthly one hour discussions loaded with effective photography\, content creation\, and social media growth hacks followed by open networking. \n\n\n\n\nTHE REEL SHOT has teamed up with Kat Krivanek (social media manager\, content strategist\, and founder of Well & Social) to offer Ottawa’s business community guided discussions on overcoming today’s social media challenges. \nFollowing the discussion\, participants will be given the opportunity to briefly introduce themselves and network with fellow attendees. \n………. \nSTAND OUT on Social Media for the Busy Fall Season\nLeverage fall season trends to grow your social media presence—even if you don’t like spiced pumpkin lattes! \nSocial Media Topic: The Strategy Behind Scroll Stopping Content \n\nThe strategy behind scroll stopping content\nContent that gets people to stay\nMessaging that makes your brand unforgettable\n\nPhotography/Content Creation Topic: Create Content for Fall That Boosts Engagement \n\nPopular fall trends for easy content creation with your smartphone\nEditing tips with your smartphone to give your visuals a cozy fall vibe\n\n> REVIEW A SUMMARY OF LAST MONTH’S WORKSHOP: Getting Your Business Discovered On Social Media \n………. \nBONUS! \nA $10 *gift certificate to Petit Bill’s Bistro is included in your purchase!\nGift certificate provided at end of workshop for future use. \nAll attendees will receive an additional 30 minute strategy consultation and extra content creation on our introductory social media management package. \n………. \n\n\n\n\nAgenda\n\na brief introduction (5 minutes)\nsocial media tips (20 minutes)\nphotography and content creation tips (20 minutes)\nopen discussion Q&A (10 minutes)\nparticipant introductions (5 minutes)\nopen networking\na summary of the session (PDF)
URL:https://www.tcccanada.com/event/2103/
LOCATION:Petit Bill’s Bistro\, 1293 Wellington Street West\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1Y 3B1\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Born Compliant Workshop: Cybersecurity in Smart Mobility
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\n\n\nExplore cybersecurity risks\, emerging standards\, and security-by-design practices for connected and autonomous mobility systems. \n\n\n\n\nThis workshop explores cybersecurity risks and requirements in smart mobility systems\, including connected and autonomous technologies. Participants will gain an understanding of emerging standards\, threat landscapes\, and best practices for integrating security into product design. The session helps teams reduce vulnerabilities and meet evolving regulatory expectations. Best suited for engineers\, cybersecurity professionals\, and product teams working on connected or autonomous mobility systems. This workshop is brought to you by Area X.O\, TÜV SÜD\, and the Kanata North Business Association. \nThis workshop is delivered as part of the Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN). To participate\, all attendees must complete the required OVIN registration form: https://oce.formstack.com/forms/ovin2_0_registration \n  \nCet atelier explore les risques et exigences en matière de cybersécurité dans les systèmes de mobilité intelligente\, incluant les technologies connectées et autonomes. Les participants acquerront une compréhension des normes émergentes\, des menaces et des meilleures pratiques pour intégrer la sécurité dès la conception. Cette séance aide les équipes à réduire les vulnérabilités et à répondre aux exigences réglementaires en évolution. Idéal pour les ingénieurs\, professionnels en cybersécurité et équipes produit travaillant sur des systèmes de mobilité connectés ou autonomes. Cet atelier vous est présenté par Area X.O\, TÜV SÜD\, et l’Association des entreprises de Kanata-Nord \nCet atelier est offert dans le cadre du Réseau ontarien d’innovation pour les véhicules (OVIN). Pour participer\, tous les participants doivent remplir le formulaire d’inscription obligatoire: https://oce.formstack.com/forms/ovin2_0_registration
URL:https://www.tcccanada.com/event/born-compliant-workshop-cybersecurity-in-smart-mobility/
LOCATION:Kanata North Business Association\, 350 Legget Drive\, Ottawa\, ON\, K2K 3N1\, Canada
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SUMMARY:GOHBA & the Ottawa Labour Management Working Together For Safer Workplaces
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\n\n\nA collaborative construction safety event featuring fall protection\, scaffold safety\, due diligence\, and networking. \n\n\n\n\nGreater Ottawa Home Builders’ Association and the Ottawa Labour Management Committee are inviting you to an exciting event aimed at fostering collaboration and improving workplace safety practices. Join us on Friday September 25\, 2026 at 2515 St. Laurent Blvd\, Ottawa\, for a day filled with insightful discussions\, interactive workshops\, and networking opportunities. \nFrom 10:00 am onwards\, participants will rotate through four engaging 50-minute sessions covering a wide range of topics\, including: \nSession 1: Fall Protection Planning Essentials: Building Effective Site-Specific Work Plans\nJoin an IHSA Consultant for a hands-on session focused on developing and implementing effective site-specific fall protection work plans. Participants will review common work scenarios\, proper fall protection system selection\, anchor point considerations\, rescue planning\, and typical set-up errors that can lead to incidents. The session will also cover how to evaluate work areas\, identify hazards\, and verify that fall protection systems are properly installed before work begins. This practical demonstration is designed to help supervisors and workers confidently plan and execute work at heights safely and in compliance with legislative requirements. \nSession 2: Scaffold Safety Essentials: Inspection\, Hazards\, and Best Practices\nJoin an IHSA Consultant for a practical\, hands-on demonstration of scaffold safety. This session will walk supervisors and workers through key scaffold components\, common mistakes and misconceptions\, and what to look for during a scaffold inspection. \nParticipants will gain a better understanding of how to identify deficiencies\, verify that scaffolds are safe for use\, and recognize hazards before work begins. This interactive session is designed to strengthen inspection skills and reinforce safe work practices on site. \nSession 3: 3M Fall Protection Mobile Demonstration Unit\nExperience the 3M Fall Protection Mobile Demonstration Unit\, a fully equipped Sprinter van showcasing the latest in fall protection equipment and technology. Participants will have the opportunity to see\, handle\, and compare a wide range of harnesses\, self-retracting lifelines\, anchors\, rescue equipment\, and other fall protection solutions. 3M specialists will demonstrate proper equipment selection\, inspection\, fitting\, and use\, while answering questions about real-world applications and common challenges encountered on construction sites. This interactive experience is a great opportunity to explore current innovations and reinforce best practices for working safely at heights. \nSession 4: Due Diligence in Construction: Meeting Your Legal Responsibilities Under Ontario’s OHSA and O. Reg. 213/91– MLITSD\nDue diligence is one of the most important concepts in Ontario workplace health and safety law\, particularly within the construction sector where hazards are dynamic and the stakes are high. This seminar will explore what due diligence means in practice under the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and Ontario Regulation 213/91 (Construction Projects)\, and how employers\, constructors\, supervisors\, and workers can demonstrate compliance with their legal obligations. \nWhether you are a safety professional\, supervisor\, or worker\, this symposium is designed to provide valuable insights and practical tools that can be implemented in your workplace. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to connect with industry peers\, gain new perspectives\, and enhance your safety knowledge. Register now to secure your spot at this must-attend event! \n\n\n\nSponsored by: \n\nGreater Ottawa Home Builders’ Association\nInfrastructure Health And Safety Association – Ottawa Regional Labour Management Committee\nCaivan\n3M\nS & S Bolton Group\nMectric Homes\nMinto Group\nMacDougall Masonry
URL:https://www.tcccanada.com/event/gohba-the-ottawa-labour-management-working-together-for-safer-workplaces/
LOCATION:Ottawa Skills & Development Centre (OSDC) – IHSA\, 2515 Saint Laurent Boulevard\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1H 1B1\, Canada
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SUMMARY:FEMALE ENTREPRENEUR SHOWCASE/SALON DE LA FEMME ENTREPRENEURE
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\n\n\nShowcase Your Business. Share Your Story. BE SEEN. BE HEARD. BE EMPOWERED. A platform for women. A stage for success. \n\n\n\n\nSHOWCASE YOUR: \n🏪 BUSINESS & SERVICES\nPromote your products and services to a wider audience. \n📣 BRAND VISIBILITY\nIncrease your exposure and reach new customers. \n🤝 NETWORK & CONNECT\nBuild meaningful relationships and valuable business partnerships. \n📈 GROW & SUCCEED\nDiscover opportunities to learn\, grow\, and thrive. \n⭐ BE INSPIRED. BE EMPOWERED. BE YOU.\nEnjoy inspiring speakers\, success stories\, and empowering experiences. \n——————————————————————— \nACTIVITÉS SUR PLACE \n⭐ MONTREZ VOTRE TALENT\nLa scène est à vous!\nChantez\, prenez la parole\, présentez-vous\, inspirez! \n💃 LA DANSE POUR LE BIEN-ÊTRE MENTAL\nBougez\, guérissez\, élevez votre esprit!\nDansons pour notre bien-être. \n🛍️ CAUSERIE SUR L’HYGIÈNE PENDANT LE MAGASINAGE\nApprenez\, développez-vous et magasinez des produits et services qui vous donnent du pouvoir.
URL:https://www.tcccanada.com/event/female-entrepreneur-showcase-salon-de-la-femme-entrepreneure/
LOCATION:Jim Durrell Recreation Centre\, 1265 Walkley Road\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1V 6P9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261118T170000
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SUMMARY:eSAX: Entrepreneur Networking Tradeshow
DESCRIPTION:Welcome Back to eSAX (The Entrepreneur Social Advantage Experience)!\n\n\nMark your calendars! eSAX\, a cornerstone of Ottawa’s vibrant entrepreneurial community since 2012\, is back on Wednesday\, November 18\, 2026\, from 5:00 – 10:00 PM at the beautiful Horticulture Building at Lansdowne Park (1525 Princess Patricia Way\, Ottawa\, Ontario K1S 3W7). \nWe are thrilled to re-ignite the energy and connections that make eSAX a must-attend event. The letter ‘S’ in eSAX stands for SOCIAL\, so be prepared to develop genuine relationships that will help you grow your small business and contribute to Ottawa’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. Get ready for an evening of powerful networking\, insightful knowledge sharing\, and the opportunity to showcase your business to a dynamic audience. \nCheck out the short video of our last event and the recap by the Ottawa Business Journal! We were pleased to have raised $1000 for both The Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO) and the Kiwanis Club of Ottawa supporting sick and marginalized youth. \nEngage in some of the most impactful networking relationships you’ll ever meet\, experience live jazz by Sax Appeal Productions\, indulge in the longest charcuterie board of the year by The Sandwich Stop/Ottawa Event Catering\, be sure to try our signature ‘Sax on the Beach’ trademarked cocktail\, marvel at the amazing balloon wall by Fiesta Ottawa and so much more. \nTake OC Transpo for FREE on the day-of the event. Just show your ticket! (…Another way that eSAX makes networking work)! \nFor more information on ticket pricing\, sponsorship options\, volunteer opportunities\, or exhibit participation\, click here!
URL:https://www.tcccanada.com/event/esax-entrepreneur-networking-tradeshow/
LOCATION:Horticulture Building (Lansdowne Park)\, 1525 Princess Patricia Way\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1S 3W7\, Canada
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