Celebrating Small Business Week in Vaughan
Join the Vaughan Business and Entrepreneurship Centre for events and programming from Oct. 21 to Oct. 25!
Small businesses are the backbone of Vaughan’s economy, and account for more than 87 per cent of all businesses in the city. To recognize their immeasurable impact, today, the City of Vaughan’s Vaughan Business and Entrepreneurship Centre (VBEC) celebrated the start of Small Business Week with the annual Kickoff Event, in partnership with the Vaughan Chamber of Commerce (VCC) and presented by the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC).
Representatives from the VCC and other dignitaries participated in the festivities at Hilton Garden Inn Toronto/Vaughan. The event included a morning of networking, an address by the VCC and a panel discussion on Preparing for the Future of Small Business.
Small Business Week will continue with a variety of in-person and virtual events and workshops exploring concepts of diversity and inclusion. The City’s programming emphasizes cultural diversity and representation, and caters to small businesses across various industries and sectors. Sign up today! Highlights include:
Market Insights Made Easy: SimplyAnalytics – Virtually via Zoom on Monday, Oct. 21 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Sustainability Business Development Goals Fireside Chat – Virtually via Zoom on Tuesday, Oct. 22 from noon to 1 p.m.
Breaking Barriers: Funding for Black-owned Businesses – In person on Wednesday, Oct. 23 from noon. to 1 p.m. at Vaughan City Hall (2141 Major Mackenzie Dr.)
Introduction to the Vaughan Business Café – Virtually via Zoom on Wednesday, Oct. 23 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Entrepreneurship Essentials: Startup 101 – Regulations, Registering and Licenses – Virtually via Zoom on Thursday, Oct. 24 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Mental Health for Small Business – Virtually via Zoom on Thursday, Oct. 24 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Target your Growth for Small Business Finance – In person on Thursday, Oct. 24 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at BDC Vaughan (610 Applewood Cres., Suite 101)
An introduction to the Consumer Protection Act, 2022 – Virtually via Zoom on Friday, Oct. 25 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Small Business Week is a nationally recognized celebration of the contributions small businesses make to our economy. The City’s programming for 2024 is being delivered in partnership with local business support organizations, including the VCC, BDC, TechConnex, YSpace, Federation of African Canadian Economics, Vaughan Public Libraries and more. For more information and to register for Small Business Week events, visit vaughanbusiness.ca/SBW.
Looking for additional business support? The City of Vaughan offers a robust list of services to entrepreneurs through the VBEC, including:
free business advisory consultations (virtual or in person).
business planning support, including marketing strategies, financial forecast and cash flow, and general business development.
information on the development process, regulations, zoning, licensing, permits, business registration and legal structure.
end-to-end site selection support.
connections to funding sources, financing and grants.
connections to business professionals, organizations and resources from various levels of government.
research and business intelligence support.
business development and marketing support for tourism organizations.
business workshops, seminars, events and networking opportunities.
To learn more about starting or growing your business, visit vaughanbusiness.ca.
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“In Vaughan, we believe in providing businesses with the tools and support they need to ensure their passion is matched by their limitless potential. Vaughan continues to lead with a world-class economy. Our city is proud to be home to more than 19,700 businesses, 87 per cent of which are small businesses. As the backbone of our local economy, small businesses create jobs that keep our community thriving. Through partnerships with the Vaughan Chamber of Commerce, the Business Development Bank of Canada, and programs like Small Business Week, we showcase and celebrate our talented business community. We remain committed to attracting even more small businesses to our city, knowing they are integral to our success. To our entrepreneurs and small business owners, thank you for choosing Vaughan. We look forward to your continued success and growth.”
- Mayor Steven Del Duca
QUICK FACTS
- Today, the City’s Vaughan Business and Entrepreneurship Centre (VBEC) celebrated the start of Small Business Week with the annual Kickoff Event.
The week will continue with VBEC offering a variety of in-person and virtual events and workshops exploring concepts of diversity and inclusion.
The City offers additional business support to entrepreneurs and businesses of all stages and sizes. The VBEC provides one-stop services for Vaughan’s aspiring entrepreneurs and existing business owners, with access to business information, resources, training and hands-on assistance to start and grow a business in Vaughan.
For more information and to register for our Small Business Week events, visit vaughanbusiness.ca/SBW.
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