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Brighton Career Fair

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Tuesday, February 3
Owen Gibb Community Hall in the King Edward Park Arena

75 Elizabeth Street

Join us for an afternoon/evening of networking and connecting with local opportunities and talent.

EMPLOYER / EXHIBITOR REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED – REGISTER HERE
Registration is open until January 19th or until all spaces are booked.

Contact Information:
Caroline Birch
Economic Development & Executive Offices Coordinator
cbirch@brighton.ca
613 475 0670 ext. 21

Harnessing AI With Confidence Webinar

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Thursday, February 12
10:00am – 11:30am
Online

Join the WE-CAN community of women entrepreneurs to learn how to use AI safely and strategically as you pursue your business goals.

Are you looking to integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI) into your business without feeling the overwhelm or sacrificing your authentic voice? This beginner-friendly, 90-minute session with Cynthia Egbunonu of Informanos Analytics & Artificial Intelligence Inc. will give you the clarity, practical skills, and safety guidance you need to use AI with confidence.

Whether you’re brand new to AI or already experimenting, you’ll walk away feeling informed, inspired, and equipped to use AI strategically while maintaining your unique voice and values.

REGISTER

Canada at ECOMONDO Mexico 2026- Webinar

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Thursday, January 15
11:00am to 12:00pm (Mexico City Time),

Are you a cleantech company looking to explore business opportunities in Mexico and Latin America?

Join us for a pre event webinar on January 15, 2026, designed to help companies prepare for ECOMONDO Mexico 2026, the region’s leading trade fair dedicated to sustainable development.

During this session, Trade Commissioners from Mexico will share insights on market opportunities, buyer expectations, and practical strategies to help you maximize your participation at ECOMONDO Mexico 2026.

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Let’s Grow Quinte Webinar Series: Creating Your Plan For Marketing Success In 2026

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Tuesday, January 13
10:00am – 11:00am
Online Workshop

Start 2026 with clarity. Join us at 10:00am on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 for a virtual session all about helping you align your marketing with your business priorities, by defining your top three marketing goals for each quarter of the year!

“Let’s Grow Quinte” is a 12-month workshop series designed to help Bay of Quinte small business owners build confidence in their marketing. Each month, participants learn a practical, locally relevant skill they can put into action right away. Facilitated by Cheyanne O’Driscoll of CO’ Marketing in partnership with the Small Business Centre, the series offers independent business owners a structured path to stronger marketing and sustainable growth.

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Virtual Presentation: New FedDev Programs Offering Funding To Support Growing Manufacturers

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Thursday, December 18
10am
VIRTUAL – Zoom

Learn how your business can access federal support for expansion, technology, and defence-sector opportunities.

You’re invited to a virtual presentation delivered by FedDev Ontario, the Federal Economic Development
Agency for Southern Ontario.
The session will focus on two key funding programs designed to strengthen and support manufacturers.

Primary emphasis will be on the RDII program, which offers significant opportunities for manufacturers
engaged in, or looking to enter, Canada’s defence and security supply chain.

THE RDII PROGRAM (Primary)
The Regional Defence Investment Initiative supports manufacturers seeking to:

  • Enter or expand within the defence and security supply chain
  • Invest in new equipment, technology, automation, or certifications to increase competitiveness
  • Enhance production capacity for defence-related components or products
  • Build capabilities in advanced manufacturing, aerospace, machining, composites, electronics, metal
    fabrication, and related sectors
  • Position themselves for upcoming defence procurement and supplier opportunities

    THE RTRI PROGRAM
    The Regional Tariff Response Initiative helps manufacturers address challenges arising from tariff changes and
    trade-related cost pressures. This program can support:
  • Investments to offset rising input costs related to tariffs
  • Supply chain diversification, reshoring, or sourcing adjustments
  • Technology adoption and process improvements that increase efficiency and resilience
  • Productivity enhancements that maintain competitiveness in shifting trade environments

    WHY MANUFACTURERS SHOULD ATTEND
    This virtual briefing will provide manufacturers with practical insights into:
  • Available funding, eligible project types, and potential contribution levels
  • How RDII aligns with current and future defence-sector opportunities
  • Whether existing plans, such as expansions, equipment purchases, certification upgrades, or automation
    investments, may qualify
  • Strategies to strengthen applications and position projects for success
  • Program timelines, application processes, and planning considerations for 2025 and beyond
  • A dedicated Q&A segment with FedDev Ontario representatives

Whether you are already supplying the defence sector or exploring opportunities to enter this growing market, the RDII may present a strong avenue for support. The RTRI can further assist companies navigating tariff-driven pressures.


Webinar: Supporting Innovation: Government Programs to Help Your Business Grow

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Thursday, December 11
3:30pm
Webinar

As part of an ongoing webinar series, Innovation Canada is pleased to invite you to a free upcoming session where you can learn about intellectual property (IP) and how to get IP support, licensing and collaborative opportunities with ExploreIP, get tips from an Innovation Advisor, and ask questions to expert panelists.

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Quinte West Chamber: Get Connected at Film.ca Centre Cinemas

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Wednesday, February 11
5:00pm – 7:00pm

Location
Film.ca Centre Cinema
120 Dundas St. W. Trenton, ON

Mark your calendars and come network with local professionals at one of Trenton’s most unique venues—Film.ca Centre Cinemas, right in the heart of downtown!

This casual evening runs from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, giving you the perfect opportunity to connect after work, meet new members, and enjoy great conversation in a relaxed setting. Plus, you’ll hear from Film.ca about the exciting things happening at the cinema.

Don’t miss this chance to build relationships and discover what’s new in our community. We can’t wait to see you there!

REGISTER