Thursday, July 4
9:00AM – 10:30AM
In Person at the Small Business Centre

Join us in person at the Small Business Centre on Thursday, July 4 for our ‘Working for Workers” Workshop, all about the hidden effects of wage transparency, elevating attraction & engagement, implementing the Working for Workers Act, and MUCH more!

Heather Jackson is a seasoned human resources (HR) professional and the owner of Oak Lake HR Solutions in Quinte West, ON. Heather serves small and mid-sized organizations as a ‘Senior People & Culture Specialist’ who helps businesses attract and retain talent, while also assisting with legislative compliance and risk avoidance. To learn more about Heather and Oak Lake HR Solutions, visit www.oaklakehrsolutions.ca.

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The Government of Ontario invites you to participate in our free 2024 Webinar Series designed specifically for Ontario food and beverage manufacturers. Each month, we host webinars that aim to provide valuable information and resources for your business. Register now for our upcoming webinars:

How to Pitch to Buyers – Part Two
Date: August 20, 2024
Time: 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm EDT
Speaker: Tim Fittler, Fittler Sales & Marketing Inc, President and National Account Manager

Webinar will include:
• Information to research in advance of a buyer meeting
• Information on how to develop your unique selling proposition
• Best practices during the meeting
• How to stay connected to buyers after a meeting
• Next steps after the buyer says “Yes

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The Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs invites you to participate in our free 2024 Webinar Series designed specifically for Ontario food and beverage manufacturers. Each month, we host webinars that aim to provide valuable information and resources for your business. Register now for our upcoming webinars:

How to Pitch to Buyers – Part One
Date: June 18, 2024
Time: 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm EDT
Speaker: Alli Ball, Food Biz Wiz, Founder and CEO
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How to Pitch to Buyers – Part Two
Date: August 20, 2024
Time: 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm EDT
Speaker: TBC
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June 11 – 12, 2024
1:00pm – 2:30pm
Virtual

This CIFFA Essentials of Exporting webinar focuses on the differences between exporting overseas and exporting to the U.S. (export declarations, permits, etc…) Here is the link to register: https://www.ciffa.com/virtual-workshops/

Friday, June 28th
5:00pm – 7:00pm
Cost: $10

QYP has teamed up with Black Bear Ridge Golf Course to host a Bocce & Friends night! Join the fun on June 28th, from 5:00pm-7:00pm. New to bocce golf? A golf pro will be there to teach us the rules of the game!

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Wednesday, July 3 2024
1:00pm – 2:00pm

Join the Trade Commissioner Service for the free webinar Social Selling and Social Listening to boost your brand for Canadian Exporters to learn about:

How to have a digital-first approach in 2024 with social listening/social selling, online marketing, and website localization;
Learn more about social commerce;
Help your international customers buy from you by giving them an online local video marketing experience in their language(s) and market(s).;
Case studies – how companies are using digital tools to sell online today. Best practices, take-aways and live Q&A

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Tuesday, May 28 2024
2:00pm – 3:15pm

Daniel Tisch, the new President and CEO of the Ontario Chamber of Commerce will share his insights about how businesses can manage crises. Over his 30-year career, Tisch has provided valuable insights to CEOs, boards, and government leaders, and held other significant roles such as chair of the Global Alliance for Public Relations and Communication Management.

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Register to attend Tweed’s Teeny Tiny Summit on June 5th, 2024!

The 2024 Teeny Tiny Summit series is returning to an in-person format with renowned community enthusiast and social capitalist- Peter Kenyon from Bank of I.D.E.A.S (Australia).

Teeny Tiny Summits are your chance to learn from active community leaders, and network with like-minded individuals who share a passion for small communities in Ontario.

Whether you are a community leader, a rural volunteer, a community economic developer, or an entrepreneur, the Teeny Tiny Summit provides valuable insights and opportunities to help build community wealth and well-being.

Register now for the opportunity to learn from Peter Kenyon during his keynote on “What Builds Great Communities,” which includes topics such as:

• Developing Proactive and Shared Leadership around the six key functions of leadership
• Building a Positive Community Mindset focused on positivity and can-do
• Cultivating Healthy Community Building Practiced that strengthen community ownership, engagement, and collaborative actions
• Implementing initiatives that support a vibrant and enterprising local economy, diverse employment opportunities and local economic ownership

Peter Kenyon’s insights highlight the importance of intentional leadership, positive mindset, healthy practices and economic vitality in shaping vibrant communities. Teeny Tiny Summits are an opportunity to apply these principles to build better communities.

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