The African Market Connect Trade Fair 2026 is coming to Sudbury! Come discover and support African and Caribbean businesses while enjoying food, fashion, art, beauty, music, and community. Come out and support local entrepreneurs!
A successful business is built on more than just great products or services. The customer experience you create and the systems that support your operations play a critical role in building trust, loyalty, and sustainable growth. Join Chamirai Charles Nyabeze (CCN), Chief Executive Officer of NOBEEP / PAENNO, for this practical Lunch & Learn webinar designed to help entrepreneurs strengthen both the customer-facing and operational sides of their businesses. During this 30-minute English-language webinar, participants will learn how to: Build customer trust through a professional and welcoming business experience. Create exceptional customer experiences that encourage repeat business. Improve business systems and day-to-day operations. Increase efficiency through better organization and processes. Position their business for long-term, sustainable growth. Whether you operate a retail store, restaurant, salon, professional service, manufacturing business, or home-based enterprise, you'll leave with practical strategies you can begin implementing immediately.
One day only! Join Zidah's Treats for Pop-Up Sale 1.0, featuring exclusive menu specials and complimentary giveaways for the first 10 customers. 📅 August 8 | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Come out, enjoy delicious food, and support a local Black-owned business.
AI Tools for Small Business Social Media Series – Part 1 Artificial Intelligence is transforming the way entrepreneurs create content, connect with customers, and grow their businesses. But knowing where to start—and how to use AI effectively—can be challenging. Join Giah Sumalde, Founder of GS Branding & Marketing Solutions, for this practical English-language webinar designed to help entrepreneurs leverage AI to create engaging, professional content more efficiently while maintaining an authentic brand voice. During this 30-minute session, participants will learn how to: Understand how AI can support content creation for their business. Generate ideas for marketing content, emails, blogs, and social media posts. Create engaging and professional content more efficiently. Maintain a consistent brand voice while using AI responsibly. Whether you're launching a new business or looking to strengthen your online presence, this session will provide practical strategies and tools you can begin using immediately.
Part 2 – AI Tools for Small Business Social Media Series Our AI series continues! Join Giah Sumalde, Founder of GS Branding & Marketing Solutions, for a practical 30-minute webinar exploring how AI can support your social media marketing and help strengthen your business’s online presence. This session follows Part 1: Content Creation with AI and continues the conversation on using AI effectively as part of your small business marketing. Watch the replay https://youtu.be/yXHQnBxl7u4
Looking for employment opportunities, community resources, or a chance to connect with local organizations? Join Spark Employment Services for Spark Up Your Summer! This event is designed to bring together employers, community organizations, and job seekers in a fun, welcoming, festival-style atmosphere that encourages meaningful conversations, networking, and community connection. Alongside employer booths, attendees can expect interactive activities, music, food, games, and community resources throughout the day.
Part 1 – Tax Education Series Join Cathy Yuan, Founder of OSA CPA Professional Corporation, for a practical webinar designed to help small business owners better understand their GST/HST responsibilities. Topics will include GST/HST registration requirements, filing obligations and deadlines, common mistakes and audit risks, Input Tax Credits (ITCs), and record-keeping best practices. This session is relevant to both self-employed and incorporated business owners. Session presented in English
