Programs and Events

The Entrepreneurship Centre offers a regular schedule of workshops and special events developed with the entrepreneur in mind.  Workshop topics range from Business Basics and how to bring your business ideas to fruition through to customized marketing, finance and human resources sessions.

To register call (613) 544-2725 ext. 7222 or email: entrepreneurship@kingstoncanada.com

Coming Up at The Entrepreneurship Centre

Sept. 2
(Thursday)
1pm-3pm

Introductions to Corporations *NEW TIME*



This seminar is for newly incorporated businesses or for individuals that are considering incorporating. It will highlight areas that every corporate director should be aware at or before incorporation. Topics include: Setting up your business; Types of corporations; Buying an Existing Business; and, Corporate Taxes.
                                                                                                                                                                      
Location: Innovation Room, 945 Princess Street at Innovation Park

Sept. 8
(Wednesday)
5pm-7pm

In Business Series - Marketing

This seminar is designed for individuals who are operating their business. Through the duration of the seminar participants will learn the key components of a marketing plan, as well as promotional ideas including Facebook, Twitter, and traditional print media.
                                                                                                                                                                      
Location: Innovation Room, 945 Princess Street
 at Innovation Park

Sept. 15
(Wednesday)
5pm-7pm

Entrepreneurs Club

Back from a summer siesta, the Entrepreneurs Club will restart its monthly networking event. Bring some business cards and come out to network with local entrepreneurs. 
                                                                                                                                                                      
Location: Monte's, 200 Ontario Street

Sept. 17
(Friday)
9am-11am

Business Basics

Have you considered becoming an entrepreneur and starting your own business? The process can be intimidating and overwhelming! This workshop will take you, the entrepreneur, through the steps to turn your idea into a viable business! Topics covered include: Business structures; business name/number registration process; bylaws; taxes, zoning; writing a business plan; and marketing.
                                                                   
Location: Innovation Room, 945 Princess Street at Innovation Park 

Sept. 23
(Thursday)
11:45am-1:00pm
Facebook Fan Pages for Beginners

This course is designed for individuals who have never used Facebook, but want to learn! This one-hour seminar will teach business owners how to create a Fan Page for their business, develop their information, create an event, and upload photographs. It is recommended to bring a personal laptop to this session.

                                                                                   
Location: Innovation Room, 945 Princess Street at Innovation Park

Sept. 28
(Tuesday)
5:30-7:30pm

Business Basics

Have you considered becoming an entrepreneur and starting your own business? The process can be intimidating and overwhelming! This workshop will take you, the entrepreneur, through the steps to turn your idea into a viable business! Topics covered include: Business structures; business name/number registration process; bylaws; taxes, zoning; writing a business plan; and marketing.
                                                                  
Location
: Innovation Room, 945 Princess Street at Innovation Park 

Oct. 1
(Friday)
12:30pm-4:30pm

Small Business Forum      

This event will kickoff Small Business Month and is targeted at small business owners in Kingston. We have integrated a trade show portion into the day's schedule of events as it is a great opportunity to take advantage of the exhibitor space to promote your business and meet potential clients! 
                                                                                    
Visit the Small Business Forum Website


       

Kingston Economic Development Corporation
945 Princess Street at Innovation Park, Kingston, ON Canada K7L 3N6
Tel: 1-866-665-3326 or 613-544-2725 Email: business@kingstoncanada.com