Special staff training. Boost your business by empowering your team with export skills! Although you may have the experience, take advantage of this opportunity to add capacity to your team. Check out the details and share the invitation with those who will be registering.

Did you know that on average, companies that export have 120% greater sales than non-exporters, are 13% more productive and experience double the rate of growth?

Ontario’s “First Steps in Exporting” program helps companies that are new to exporting familiarize themselves with key steps in growing your international sales in the U.S. and beyond.

In this three-part series, trade experts from the Government of Ontario and professional service providers will guide you through everything you need to know to get started in global markets:

Module 3: In-Market Activity
Tuesday, September 26 from 9:30am – 11:00am

Each module is 90 minutes in length, one module per week for three weeks, and designed with new exporters in mind to help you expand your business.

REGISTER HERE

Special staff training. Boost your business by empowering your team with export skills! Although you may have the experience, take advantage of this opportunity to add capacity to your team. Check out the details and share the invitation with those who will be registering.

Did you know that on average, companies that export have 120% greater sales than non-exporters, are 13% more productive and experience double the rate of growth?

Ontario’s “First Steps in Exporting” program helps companies that are new to exporting familiarize themselves with key steps in growing your international sales in the U.S. and beyond.

In this three-part series, trade experts from the Government of Ontario and professional service providers will guide you through everything you need to know to get started in global markets:

Module 2: Export Operations
Tuesday, September 19 from 9:30am – 11:00am

Each module is 90 minutes in length, one module per week for three weeks, and designed with new exporters in mind to help you expand your business.

REGISTER HERE

Special staff training. Boost your business by empowering your team with export skills! Although you may have the experience, take advantage of this opportunity to add capacity to your team. Check out the details and share the invitation with those who will be registering.

Did you know that on average, companies that export have 120% greater sales than non-exporters, are 13% more productive and experience double the rate of growth?

Ontario’s “First Steps in Exporting” program helps companies that are new to exporting familiarize themselves with key steps in growing your international sales in the U.S. and beyond.

In this three-part series, trade experts from the Government of Ontario and professional service providers will guide you through everything you need to know to get started in global markets:

Module 1: Export Strategy
Tuesday September 12 from 9:30am – 11:00am

Each module is 90 minutes in length, one module per week for three weeks, and designed with new exporters in mind to help you expand your business.

REGISTER HERE

ASK YOUR LOCAL Financial Service EXPERTS

QYP has partnered with Alterna Savings to offer local young professionals the chance to ask questions surrounding your financial needs including mortgages, investments, community impact, etc. Meet the local Alterna team and mingle with others. Snacks and refreshments will be provided.

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Wednesday September 20th
2:30pm online

Join Myles Evans CPA for an online Financial Literacy Session hosted by the Small Business Centre on Wednesday September 20th at 2:30pm and explore how to review and understand the terms and concepts of your financial statements to be able to ask informed questions of your financial professionals.

Understanding Financial Statements – CPA Financial Literacy Session will answer the following questions:
• How’s the business doing?
• Did we make money this year?
• What does my P&L tell me?
• Why do I need a balance sheet?
• Where is my cash coming from?
• Where is my cash going to?
• Why isn’t my cash equal to my profit?

Myles is a Business Advisor in Toronto with a decade of experience in auditing, consulting, and education. After beginning his career as an auditor and earning his CPA designation, Myles left Canada to teach at a college in Doha, Qatar. There, he developed and instructed courses that introduced learners to the basic concepts of financial accounting, finance, and auditing. This rewarding opportunity has motivated him to continue teaching and aiding those eager to learn. Returning to Canada to resume his career as a consultant and business advisor, Myles now collaborates with businesses to address a broad range of challenges, including identifying technological solutions, creating financial forecasts, and implementing reporting and analytics tools. Myles has been a volunteer with CPA Canada’s Financial Literacy program since September 2021 and looks forward to presenting to you, and helping you understand financial statements.

Eventbrite registration link HERE: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/understanding-financial-statements-cpa-financial-literacy-session-tickets-699766499437?aff=oddtdtcreator

Wednesday September 13th
2:30pm online

Join Edward Sawaya, B. Comm., CPA CA, CFA, CBV for an online Financial Literacy Session hosted by the Small Business Centre and explore the key concepts of cash management, working capital and operational efficiency. Business owners will be able to review and change cash management practices so less cash is required to operate the business and the cash needs of the business can be projected and analyzed.

Maximize Your Business – Financial Literacy Session will answer the following questions:

• Sales are great, why don’t we have any cash?
• Do we have enough cash to pay expenses?
• How much cash do we need for expansion?
• Can I free up some cash from the business?
• How can I get customers to pay on time?
• Are we managing cash efficiently?

Edward Sawaya, B. Comm., CPA CA, CFA, CBV is the founder and managing partner of Sawaya CPA, a tax and advisory boutique firm focused on providing a holistic solutions approach to its clients, mostly small and medium-sized business owners.

Edward has over 30 years experience in both public accounting, tax and advisory roles and in executive roles with large business and pension organizations. Edward’s financial experience spans the real estate, healthcare, retail, construction, energy and telecommunications industries. Edward has worked in Canada, the United States and Asia. Edward graduated from the University of Ottawa with a Bachelor of Commerce. Edward is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CA) and a holder of the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation. He is also a Chartered Business Valuator (CBV). Edward is based in Toronto but provides advisory services to worldwide clients. Please visit our website at sawayacpa.ca for more information.

Eventbrite registration link HERE: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/maximize-your-business-cpa-financial-literacy-session-tickets-695336178227?aff=oddtdtcreator

Wednesday September 6th
2:30pm online

Join Kathy Chan Chartered Professional Accountant for an online Financial Literacy Session hosted by the Small Business Centre and explore how to use financial management tools to evaluate your business and make informed financial decisions.

The Money Side of Business – CPA Financial Literacy Session is all about the basic tools and techniques of financial management for a business owner, including budget creation and monitoring, cash management, product/division/customer analysis, planning/forecasting, and trend analysis.

The Money Side of Business Financial Literacy Session will answer the following questions:

• What’s financial management?
• What tools can help operate my business?
• How do I determine if a product is profitable?
• What’s my most profitable product?
• Who are my most profitable customers?
• Why do I need a budget?
• How do I create and use a budget?
• What reports do I need?
• How do I tell where my business is heading?

Kathy Chan is a Chartered Professional Accountant and a Certified Local Government Manager. She has recently retired from active employment with over 30 years in public service, having served in senior financial roles in municipal governments and with the Government of Alberta. In her retirement, she volunteers her time as the Treasurer for the Grandmothers of Alberta for a New Generation, Treasurer for the Cornerstone Counselling Society, being a part of the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program, and a Financial Literacy presenter.

REGISTER HERE:
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/the-money-side-of-business-tickets-694843915857?aff=oddtdtcreator

November 1 and 2, 2023

Come celebrate with us at OES as we commemorate its 20th anniversary! This event will hold even more significance as we bid farewell to our esteemed President and CEO, Rocco Rossi. He has announced his decision to step down from his role at the chamber in January 2024, making this event his final OES gathering. Let’s join together to make this occasion truly extraordinary and honour his remarkable tenure!

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Thursday, October 26, 2023
8:00am – 4:30 pm
Cobourg Community Centre

Advancing our industry and performance is key to our sustainability and each year our industry comes together to hear from experts, meet new suppliers, and expand our network, positioning ourselves for continued success and growth.

TICKET PRICE
Early Bird by October 1, $199+hst
After October 1, $225+hst

For complete event details, CLICK HERE