Events & Workshops.

A thought-out business plan can provide a small business the ability to transform ideas into a concrete, actionable roadmap for success!

This July, August, and September, we invite you to attend one of our virtual Crafting Your Business Plan sessions.

Hosted by the Business Centre Guelph-Wellington, this session will help small business owners mitigate risks, avoid costly mistakes, and clarify your target market. A business plan explains your business idea, short and long-term business goals and what resources are available to start and operate your business.

In this session, you will learn:

• The goals of a business plan
• The methods for attaining those goals
• The timeframe for the achievement of the goals.

Attention Starter Company+ applicants: Attendance at both this online session and the Business Financials 101 session is mandatory prior to submitting your program application.

Please visit the BCGW Events page for registration and upcoming session dates: Our Events – Business Centre Guelph-Wellington

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Diana Train; Operations Manager for the Business Centre Guelph Wellington: diana@guelphbusiness.com

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This July, August, and September, we invite you to attend one of our virtual Business Financials 101 sessions.

Hosted by the Business Centre Guelph-Wellington, this session will help small business owners build a stronger understanding of their financials — an essential part of evaluating business health, improving decision-making, and driving profitability.

In this session, you will learn:

• Costing & Pricing: Learn how to calculate product/service costs, set profitable prices, and use pricing strategies that balance customer value with business margins.
• Sales Forecasting: Understand how to estimate future sales using market trends, historical data, and customer demand to support budgeting and business planning.
• Cash Flow: Techniques for improving budgeting and cash flow management to support more accurate financial forecasting.

Attention Starter Company+ applicants: Attendance at both this online session and the Crafting Your Business Plan session is mandatory prior to submitting your program application.

Please visit the BCGW Events page for registration and upcoming session dates: Events Archive – Business Centre Guelph-Wellington
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Diana Train; Operations Manager for the Business Centre Guelph Wellington: diana@guelphbusiness.com

Cost

A thought-out business plan can provide a small business the ability to transform ideas into a concrete, actionable roadmap for success!

This July, August, and September, we invite you to attend one of our virtual Crafting Your Business Plan sessions.

Hosted by the Business Centre Guelph-Wellington, this session will help small business owners mitigate risks, avoid costly mistakes, and clarify your target market. A business plan explains your business idea, short and long-term business goals and what resources are available to start and operate your business.

In this session, you will learn:

• The goals of a business plan
• The methods for attaining those goals
• The timeframe for the achievement of the goals.

Attention Starter Company+ applicants: Attendance at both this online session and the Business Financials 101 session is mandatory prior to submitting your program application.

Please visit the BCGW Events page for registration and upcoming session dates: Our Events – Business Centre Guelph-Wellington

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Diana Train; Operations Manager for the Business Centre Guelph Wellington: diana@guelphbusiness.com

Cost

This July, August, and September, we invite you to attend one of our virtual Business Financials 101 sessions.

Hosted by the Business Centre Guelph-Wellington, this session will help small business owners build a stronger understanding of their financials — an essential part of evaluating business health, improving decision-making, and driving profitability.

In this session, you will learn:

• Costing & Pricing: Learn how to calculate product/service costs, set profitable prices, and use pricing strategies that balance customer value with business margins.
• Sales Forecasting: Understand how to estimate future sales using market trends, historical data, and customer demand to support budgeting and business planning.
• Cash Flow: Techniques for improving budgeting and cash flow management to support more accurate financial forecasting.

Attention Starter Company+ applicants: Attendance at both this online session and the Crafting Your Business Plan session is mandatory prior to submitting your program application.

Please visit the BCGW Events page for registration and upcoming session dates: Events Archive – Business Centre Guelph-Wellington
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Diana Train; Operations Manager for the Business Centre Guelph Wellington: diana@guelphbusiness.com

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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 for a food business? Want to learn more before you venture into food production? Do you have a delicious recipe you wish to cook up into a money-making business? 

Make sure you are complying with applicable codes and regulations.

• Fire Code Compliance & Building Permits
• Zoning Requirements, Municipal Bylaws & Licensing
• Food Safety Requirements 

Be sure to attend this valuable workshop on “Starting a Food Business”.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights that will help you avoid costly mistakes!

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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 to secure the sale

You have worked hard to develop a great product but you’re struggling to make sales. What gives?

Successfully selling your product involves more than just having great tasting food. Pricing, marketing, and how you position your product all play a key role in ensuring that people will buy it.

In this session, we will be joined by Nicole Haney, former Founder & CEO of Boho Bars, a national energy bar company. Nicole will guide us through the key factors to consider in successfully selling your product, whether you’re selling at markets, online, or to retailers.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights that will help you avoid costly mistakes!

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A thought-out business plan can provide a small business the ability to transform ideas into a concrete, actionable roadmap for success!

This July, August, and September, we invite you to attend one of our virtual Crafting Your Business Plan sessions.

Hosted by the Business Centre Guelph-Wellington, this session will help small business owners mitigate risks, avoid costly mistakes, and clarify your target market. A business plan explains your business idea, short and long-term business goals and what resources are available to start and operate your business.

In this session, you will learn:

• The goals of a business plan
• The methods for attaining those goals
• The timeframe for the achievement of the goals.

Attention Starter Company+ applicants: Attendance at both this online session and the Business Financials 101 session is mandatory prior to submitting your program application.

Please visit the BCGW Events page for registration and upcoming session dates: Our Events – Business Centre Guelph-Wellington

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Diana Train; Operations Manager for the Business Centre Guelph Wellington: diana@guelphbusiness.com

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The Business Centre Guelph Wellington is proud to partner with the City of Guelph and Welcoming Week 2026!

This year, Welcoming Week will run from September 10 to September 19, 2026. Welcoming Week is all about bringing people together. It celebrates our community and helps people from different backgrounds get to know each other, feel welcome, and belong. This year’s theme is ”The Stories We Share – The Courage to Come Together”

This “Launching a Small Business” workshop is a free, two-hour in virtual session designed to assist individuals—particularly newcomers—interested in starting their own business. Organized by the Business Centre Guelph-Wellington, the workshop provides an overview of essential tools and steps to transform a business idea into reality. Special focus is given to introducing you to the tools of success that turn an idea into a business.

If you are unsure where to start to get into business for yourself, this event will help give you the larger overview of all the things you need to consider. The session will cover key topics such as business planning, market research, and available resources for entrepreneurs. It’s particularly beneficial for those new to Canada or the local area.

This session is taking place on virtually on Tuesday September 15th from 9:30am-11:30am. For any questions or inquires please contact diana@guelphbusiness.com

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