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  • This year, Small Business Week takes place October 15th-21st.  Its a great time to celebrate small business in our community and the contributions they make in Georgina! Several local organizations and business stakeholders have come together this year to create a calendar of events, workshops and open houses   As we mark this week, take a look at all of the events happening in Georgina during Small Business Week!

    More information and registration links are listed below.

     

  • Monday, October 16th

  • Marketing For Small Business Marketing For Small Business

    11:00AM-12:00PM • Hosted by the Skills Training Centre

    Skills Training Centre - 5207 Baseline Road, Sutton

    Start small business week off by attending this presentation on marketing for small businesses. Topics will include the basic principles of marketing and digital marketing through social media platforms.

    Register Here

     

  • YSpace Open House and One-Year Celebration YSpace Open House and One-Year Celebration

    2:00-6:00PM • Hosted by YSpace Georgina

    YSpace Georgina - 1 Market Street, Sutton

    We kick off the week with a grand opening celebration at YSpace Georgina. Join us for cake and coffee as we celebrate the one-year birthday of this thriving hub for local innovation and entrepreneurship. Meet fellow business enthusiasts, network, and share your stories of success and growth

    Register Here

     

  • Tuesday, October 17th

  • YSpace Open House and One-Year Celebration YSpace Open House and One-Year Celebration

     9-11AM • Hosted by YSpace Georgina and East Gwillimbury

    YSpace Georgina - 1 Market Street, Sutton

    The celebrations continue Tuesday with cake and coffee for the one-year birthday of this thriving hub for local innovation and entrepreneurship. Meet fellow business enthusiasts, network, and share your stories of success and growth.

    Register Here

  • Open House and Chamber 101 Open House and Chamber 101

    10:00AM-2:00PM • Hosted by the Georgina Chamber of Commerce

    Georgina Chamber of Commerce - Located at The Link,    20849 Dalton Road, Sutton

    Drop-in to the Chamber office and take a tour, meet the staff and ask questions about how our organization can help your business! Similar to our Chamber 101 orientations, this in-person casual drop-in will allow you to discover just some of our member benefits, including office space rentals and displaying your materials in the office. Get to know the benefits of your Chamber membership by talking one-on-one with Chamber staff.

    Special Guests: Our Chambers of Commerce, Group Insurance Plan, advisor Ashley Taws will be on hand to answer any questions! 

    Register Here

  • Maximizing Free Marketing Tools and Tactics (Over 10 Awesome Tools) Maximizing Free Marketing Tools and Tactics (Over 10 Awesome Tools)

    1PM-3PM • Hosted by South Lake Futures and YSpace Georgina and East Gwillimbury

    YSpace Georgina - 1 Market Street, Sutton

    Join us for an engaging and informative workshop, brought to you by South Lake Futures in partnership with YSpace Georgina and East Gwillimbury. This workshop is designed exclusively for small business owners looking to supercharge their online presence and boost their business's success.

    Register Here

     
  • Wednesday, October 18th

  • How to Start a Small Business Virtual Group Session How to Start a Small Business Virtual Group Session

    10:00AM-12:00PM • Hosted by York Small Business Enterprise Centre

    This is a virtual group session.

    Join fellow entrepreneurs in a virtual group session led by the Small Business Consultant to discuss the steps in starting your business. This particular session is targeted for individuals who are trying to navigate the initial steps to starting a business.

    Register Here

     
  • Simcoe Shores Toastmasters Open House Simcoe Shores Toastmasters Open House

     7:00-9:00PM • Hosted by Simcoe Shores Toastmasters

    Meeting Room 3 - The Link, 20849 Dalton Road, Sutton

    Looking to improve your speaking and leadership skills? Ignite your career? Gain the confidence to speak up? Attend the Simcoe Shores Toastmasters Open House to find out more about the organization and how it has helped more than 4 million people from around the world, become more confident speakers and leaders.

    Click here for more information!

  • Thursday, October 19th

  • Unlocking the Power of AI: Content Creation for Small Businesses Unlocking the Power of AI: Content Creation for Small Businesses

    1:00PM-4:00PM • Hosted by South Lake Futures and YSpace Georgina and East Gwillimbury

    YSpace Georgina - 1 Market Street, Sutton

    Join us for an enlightening workshop, brought to you by South Lake Futures in collaboration with YSpace Georgina and East Gwillimbury, as we explore the future of content creation for small businesses. Discover how artificial intelligence, with expert guidance from Mishkin Berteig, can revolutionize your content marketing strategy and drive your business to new heights..

    Register Here

  • Friday, October 20th

  • Georgina Small Business Conference Georgina Small Business Conference

    9:00AM-3:00PM • Hosted by the Georgina Chamber of Commerce

    The Link - 20849 Dalton Road, Sutton

    The Georgina Small Business Conference is focused on empowering your business with the education, resources, and information you need to flourish, grow, and expand.

    This full-day event includes a continental breakfast, presentations, keynote speaker, panel discussion, breakout sessions, and a catered lunch.

    Register Here