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WEBINAR: R&D Funding Support for Ontario Industry – Advice from the Pros

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Learn About R&D funding for Ontario industry

Government support is often critical to the success of many innovations and start-ups. Join the Loyalist College Applied Research Centre for Natural Products and Cannabis (the ARC) and our webinar panelists to learn about some support for Ontario industry and get advice on how to access this funding.

Join the Loyalist College Applied Research Centre for Natural Products and Cannabis (the ARC) and our webinar panelists to learn about some support for Ontario industry and get advice on how to access this funding.

DATE:  Monday, October 5
TIME:   11:00 AM

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The ARC is pleased to present panelists from Ontario Centres of Excellence (OCE) and the Natural Science and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) as they share information on funding available to Ontario industry and tips on how to take advantage of this funding.

NSERC Alliance / Engage grants and OCE’s Voucher for Innovation and Productivity (VIP) support R&D collaborations with the highest potential for regional economic development and commercialization in Ontario. A streamlined joint application and decision process enables companies to quickly undertake new research collaborations with Ontario-based college researchers and have their cash contribution leveraged by both NSERC and OCE.

Panelists:
Cher Powers, Manager, Loyalist College ARC
Feiran Zhou, Business Development and Commercialization Manager, OCE
Edward Irving, Deputy Director, Colleges, NSERC

Small Business Centre: Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy Webinar

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The Government of Canada recently implemented changes to adapt the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy to protect jobs and promote growth.

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is committed to providing employers – including those who can now benefit as a result of the enhanced CEWS – with the information and resources they need to apply and benefit from this important economic measure.  Resources can be found on CRA’s Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy Web page, including the Frequently asked questions – Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy and the CRA’s Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy Calculator.

We are hosting a webinar with Canada Revenue Agency to explain these changes to the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS)

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Small Business Centre Webinar: Learn How to Start Up a Small Business

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Wed, Sep 23, 2020 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

If you have ever thought about starting your own business, here is an opportunity to explore your idea!

Learn what to consider when starting a business, why you need a business plan, why market research is important, and where you can secure financing.

Do you have the traits of an entrepreneur? Find out how you can be successful.

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Social Media Advertising Webinar – The Ins and Outs

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Join The Small Social Company for a conversation on the ins and outs of social media advertising

Friday, September 11 2020
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM

Join us for this conversation to learn some tips and strategies for marketing your business or products on social media. The Small Social Company specializes in marketing, social media, website design, and SEO and focuses on telling your authentic story. This workshop is made possible by the generous support of the Government of Canada and FedDev Ontario through the Regional Relief and Recovery Program.

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Tourism Business Tune Up Webinar: The New E-Commerce Paradigm

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The New E-commerce Paradigm
Thu, Oct 1, 2020 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM

The ins and outs of E-Commerce.

Topics discussed:

  • Why E-Commerce?
  • Building Your E-Commerce Strategy
  • Editing Your Website To Increase Sales
  • Promoting Your Online Store

Presented by Zack Talsma

He is a digital marketing and e-commerce expert that works with small to medium sized businesses across North America. He is passionate about helping local small business owners grow their businesses online. With a focus on education, his philosophy is the more informed and knowledgeable you are, the more informed your decisions will be, and ultimately the more successful you will be.

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Tourism Business Tune Up Webinar: Fostering Strategic Alliances

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Fostering Strategic Alliances
Mon, Sep 28, 2020 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Discussion panel featuring reps from private and public sectors, small businesses and marketing.

This panel will discuss:

  • Building a local Staycation Trail
  • How to best leverage your tourism industry partners/local resources and well as the importance of creating other strategic partnerships
  • How they play a role in a business’s success. 

On the panel will be Trevor Norris from Bay Of Quinte, Marijo Cuerrier from the BDIA in Belleville, Sheryl Delorme from Special Effects Lifestyle Boutique in Brighton and representative from the City of Quinte West

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