Tuesday, November 18
10:00am – 11:00am
Online

Whether you’re starting, stabilizing, or scaling, your marketing priorities look different. In this webinar, you’ll identify your business stage and learn what to focus on next to grow with confidence. Join us at 10:00am on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 for the second session of our year-long ‘Let’s Grow Quinte’ webinar series!

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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Tuesday, October 21
6pm
Presqu’ile Waddling Arts Centre

The Municipality of Brighton invites you to attend a special event in partnership with the Brighton Arts and Culture Council. The evening will feature artwork of Brighton’s Proctor House by BACC Artist, Des Rodrigues, showcasing the style of painting you’ll be creating! Receive a ready to paint, pre-drawn image of your storefront, art supplies and artist instruction — while enjoying light refreshments, charcuterie and a signature cocktail.

This event is open to small businesses in Brighton, Quinte West, Belleville, and Prince Edward County. There are only 20 spaces available, so be sure to reserve your spot before they’re gone! Questions? Contact Caroline Birch at cbirch@brighton.ca

Tuesday, December 2
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST

Join the Government of Ontario for a free webinar to learn about available supports and services for Ontario-based food and beverage companies. This webinar will provide insight into the various services that OMAFA offers for business development, including information sharing, available resources, programming, and opportunities for building connections. These supports help Ontario companies with their growth and agri-food trade and investment.

This webinar will include:
• Starting or growing your food and beverage business
• Getting export ready
• How to make connections with industry experts
• Available funding programs

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Thursday, November 27
8:30 AM- 9:30 AM EST

Join the Government of Ontario in collaboration with Trade Commissioner Service in Taiwan for a free webinar to learn about Taiwan’s Agri-Food Market and Regulatory Landscape. If you are interested in exploring new markets, this is an opportunity to learn about the Taiwanese market and the opportunities it offers to Ontario food and beverage manufacturers.

This webinar will include:
• An overview of Taiwan’s agri-food imports and regulatory landscape
• Current food and beverage trends in Taiwan
• Market entry strategy
• Opportunities and challenges

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Thursday, November 6
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM EST

Join the Government of Ontario in collaboration with Maria Pearman, Food and Beverage Practice Leader, for an insightful presentation on exporting into the U.S.

In this free webinar, you’ll learn about:
• Recent U.S. regulation updates for current exporters
• Tools and resources to navigate the evolving trade environment
• Strategies for managing the current tariff landscape

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and practical guidance for doing business in the U.S. market.

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Wednesday, October 15
7:00am – 9:00am
7 AM – Coffee Mingle – Breakfast to begin at 7:30 AM

Location
Sans Souci, 240 Front Street Belleville ON K8N 2Z2

Fees/Admission
Members – $30 including HST
Non Members – $45 including HST

Breakfast, although normally scheduled for the last Wednesday of the month, has been moved to mid-month to accommodate the MP’s responsibilities on Parliament Hill.

Enjoy the coffee mingle from 7:00 – 7:30 am. followed by a full buffet that includes two styles of egg dishes, two choices of meat, potatoes, fruit, plus muffins, breads, pastries and juices.

Presentations will begin approximately 7:50, and we will have you on your way before 9:00 am

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Thursday, November 20
9:30am – 12:30pm
Pentecostals of Quinte Church

Ask The Pros is Back for Another Year! Join us for an engaging and informative session where you can connect with experienced professionals and knowledgeable peers who bring practical, real-world expertise. This is your opportunity to ask anonymous questions to a panel of industry experts free of charge! Enjoy meaningful networking opportunities and light refreshments as you gain valuable insights and advice to help you navigate your professional journey.

Transform your business, Market like a pro, Get more sales & Manage your books!

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Thursday, October 16
9:00am – 10:30am
Holiday Inn Express & Suites, Belleville

Do you ever get the chance to introduce your business but suddenly feel speechless? Struggle to find the right words? If so, don’t miss our FREE Pitch Workshop—designed to help you craft a concise, engaging pitch that highlights your strengths in just three minutes. Join us on Thursday, October 16th, 9:00–10:30am at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Belleville by IHG. Then, put your new pitch to the test during the “Not A Trade Show” Business Expo on Wednesday, October 22nd—part of Bay of Quinte Small Business Week.

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Tuesday, October 14
10:00am – 11:00am
Online

Back by popular demand; Join us for our Holiday Marketing Webinar, hosted in partnership with CO Marketing. Whether you’re a small business owner or a marketing professional, this virtual workshop will help you boost your holiday marketing efforts by enhancing your holiday campaigns and drive sales during the holiday season.

You’ll learn tips and tricks on how to create engaging holiday content, run successful promotions, and reach your target audience effectively. Our expert speaker, Cheyanne O’Driscoll will share her insights to help you make the most out of the upcoming holiday season.

This webinar will kick off our year-long webinar series; ‘Let’s Grow Quinte’! — 12 months of practical marketing workshops created for Bay of Quinte small businesses.

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to level up your marketing game! Register now and get ready to make this holiday season your best one yet!

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Friday, October 24
10:00am – 11:30am | Virtual

Join us for a virtual open discussion roundtable with Bay of Quinte MP Chris Malette, MPP Tyler Allsopp, and the business community.

If you are a Chamber Member (either Quinte West or Belleville), please use the following to register for this event. If you are not a Chamber member, you can register through either Chamber.

Quinte West Chamber of Commerce
Belleville Chamber of Commerce