SARNIA: No. 21 U-Haul Canadian Growth City

PHOENIX, Ariz. and SARNIA, Ont. (Jan. 13, 2025) — Sarnia is the No. 21 Canadian growth city of 2024, according to U-Haul® Growth Index data analyzing for one-way customer transactions during the past year. U-Haul customers coming to Sarnia accounted for 52% of all one-way traffic in and out of the market (48% departures) in … Read More

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Your First Hire: How to Get Started

January 28, 2025

Are you ready to take your business to the next level by making your first hire? This webinar, led by HR expert Lisa Isaac, will guide you through the key steps to prepare for and execute your first hire with confidence. From understanding legal requirements to defining roles and creating a sustainable onboarding process, this … Read More

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Futurpreneur Business and Cash Flow Planning for Side Hustles

January 16, 2025

Business and Cash Flow Planning for Side Hustles with Julia Reiter, Business Development Manager at Futurpreneur Canada, will empower entrepreneurs with the tools and strategies needed to take control of their finances. This session will focus on practical approaches to budgeting, forecasting, and managing cash flow for those navigating the unique financial challenges of starting … Read More

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How to Sell Your Food Product

January 30, 2025

This session is for you if you want to learn how to sell your food product at markets, online, or to retailers. In this free 60-minute online seminar learn about: How to set your pricing for success Positioning your product on the market Building an audience of raving fans The key things you can do … Read More

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Starting a Food Business & Regulatory Compliance

January 23, 2025

This session is for you if you are in the early stages of development and are looking to gain knowledge in the food and beverage industry. In this free 60-minute online seminar learn about: Creating a Business Model Doing your Market Research Analyzing the Competition What is Your Value Proposition? Do you have an idea … Read More

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Insurance for Small Business

January 15, 2025

This webinar is organized by the Toronto Small Business Centre and is originally posted on the Small Business Centres Ontario website. The Business Enterprise Centre of Sarnia-Lambton is proud to be a member of SBC Ontario. This informative webinar will provide you with working knowledge of small business insurance, demystifying all the jargon. It will … Read More

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Small Business Finance Webinar Series: HST & Income Tax

January 9, 2025 - January 30, 2025

HST for Small Businesses with Kelly Hill  Date: Thursday, January 9, 2025  Time: 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM Registration Link: https://bit.ly/HSTforSmallBusiness A continuation of our Small Business Finance Webinar Series, HST for Small Businesses with Kelly Hill, CPA of Profit and Lattes will provide entrepreneurs and business owners with a practical understanding of the Harmonized … Read More

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Business Enterprise Centre of Sarnia-Lambton Invites Aspiring Entrepreneurs to Business Planning for Entrepreneurial Success Night Class

Sarnia, ON — Aspiring entrepreneurs in Sarnia-Lambton are invited to take advantage of a unique opportunity to help transform their business dreams into reality through a free business planning course, offered by the Sarnia-Lambton Economic Partnership’s (SLEP) Business Enterprise Centre (BEC). Designed by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs, the Business Planning for Entrepreneurial Success night class provides … Read More

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SLEP Launches Career Accelerator Program to Strengthen Local Workforce

Sarnia, ON – The Sarnia-Lambton Economic Partnership (SLEP) is proud to announce the launch of the Career Accelerator program. Developed in collaboration with Devant and Lambton College, this initiative provides tailored services designed to boost the career readiness of graduating international students with the aim of retaining skilled talent through resulting connections with local employers. … Read More

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First Steps in Exporting

January 7, 2025 - January 21, 2025

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 … Read More

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