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As we move into the month of February, we have a number of engaging events and resources dedicated to promoting innovation, entrepreneurship and technology.
To learn more about Brampton's Innovation District and entrepreneurial ecosystem, visit our website here.
So what are you waiting for? Bring your startup to Brampton's Innovation District today!
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Launched in March 2023, Brampton Angels is a members-only, not-for-profit organization of accredited investors. Brampton Angels seek investment opportunities in promising early-stage technology companies.
In addition to financial support, Brampton Angels members provide dynamic early-stage companies with valuable mentorship and access to risk capital networks to initiate learning, networking, and growth. Brampton Angels will help companies reach new heights and accelerate them into becoming market leaders in their industry by bringing together investment, experience, and expertise. Administrative support for Brampton Angels is being provided by Altitude Accelerator.
Click here to learn more.
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The NEW BReady Talent platform is a virtual marketplace connecting talent with employers hiring for tech and business roles in Brampton. Focused on helping new immigrants, recent graduates and individuals from racialized communities gain meaningful employment, the platform will match candidate profiles with relevant employers hiring for full-time roles, allowing talent a new way to passively job hunt.
To be eligible, employers must be hiring for full-time positions in one of the following industries: health and wellness, smart city, mobility and logistics, food and beverage processing or advanced manufacturing.
Click here to learn more.
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Are you ready to launch your business? Are you interested in moving your Futurpreneur application forward?
Join our Business Development Managers in this interactive webinar that will walk you through the steps of the Futurpreneur application process.
This webinar will:
- Outline the Futurpreneur Black Entrepreneur Start-Up Program eligibility and next steps for moving your application forward.
- Connect you with your local Business Development Manager.
- Highlight free resources available to you.
Thursday, February 1, 2024, 12:00 PM - 1:00PM EST
Location: Virtual
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In the earliest stages of a startup, effective problem validation and customer discovery are crucial. Many startups struggle to understand the psychology behind these processes. At this live event, we'll explore in-depth Bob Moesta's frameworks, Jobs to be Done, and Forces of Change, that will equip you with the tools needed to genuinely validate your ideas. Join us to learn how to navigate the startup landscape successfully and use this opportunity to network with other startup founders.
What You'll Learn:
- Idea validation basic concepts
- What are the Jobs to be Done and Forces of Change frameworks
- The mechanics behind product adoption
Monday, February 5, 2024, 1:00 PM - 3:00PM EST
Location: Virtual
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Join us for a virtual info session to learn more about CLIC — a world class dual-certification program for launching your cybersecurity career.
You will have the chance to hear about the curriculum and other course details from CLIC program advisors, and ask any specific questions you might have about the most rigorous cybersecurity training program in Canada.
Tuesday, February 6, 2024, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EST
Location: Virtual
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Tuesday, February 20, 2024, 12:00PM - 1:00PM EST
Location: Virtual
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Finding co-founders and building a great team are essential skills for any entrepreneur. On this live online event, Jonathan Greechan (Co-Founder & CEO of the Founder Institute) will outline the components of high-performing startup teams and then share proven strategies to recruit and 'formalize' relationships with team members that complement your skillset. After his intro, attendees will have the opportunity to practice and connect in the networking lounge. We hope you join what promises to be an exciting event!
What You'll Accomplish:
- Insights on startup teams from experienced entrepreneurs
- The best practices for finding the right Co-founders and team members
- The personality traits that complement each other well in the context of high-performing teams
Wednesday, February 7, 2024, 10:00 AM - 1:00 AM PST
Location: Virtual
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Learn how the Summer Company Program can help Ontario students between 15-29 years receive free training, business skills development, mentorship and guidance, and an opportunity for a grant of up to $3,000 to start and operate their own business this summer.
This information session will provide you with information about the Summer Company program in Brampton including:
What You'll Learn:
• Program eligibility requirements
• Program participation requirements and expectations
• Program training and mentorship
• Program grant opportunity
• and how to complete and submit a program application.
Thursday, February 8, 2024, 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM EST
Location: Virtual
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Join us for a Cybersecurity Careers Information Session exclusively for women!
Are you a woman interested in pursuing a career in cybersecurity? Learn how CLIC (Certifications for Leadership in Cybersecurity) can help women achieve their dream of building a new career in cybersecurity in just 6 months.
CLIC is an intensive cybersecurity training and certification program designed to give you the skills you need to launch a career in cybersecurity.
Through the generous funding from our partners, Royal Bank of Canada (RBC), Rogers Communications, we are offering $5000 scholarships for women enrolling in CLIC for the May 2024 cohort.
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to meet like-minded women and gain valuable knowledge about cybersecurity careers. Our speakers will share valuable insights, tips, and advice on how to kickstart your cybersecurity journey.
Thursday, February 8, 2024, 12:00PM - 1:00PM EST
Location: Virtual
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Learn how Windmill Microlending can help you finance your CLIC education. Windmill Microlending is a national charity providing affordable loans to skilled newcomers, to help restart their careers in Canada and bridge the gap of income inequality & labor shortage in the country.
Thursday, February 8, 2024, 1:00PM - 2:00PM EST
Location: Virtual
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Join us for an electrifying fireside chat with two of our favorite industry leaders, Gagan Biyani, Co-Founder of Maven, and Jonathan Greechan, Co-Founder of Founder Institute. This exclusive live event promises to delve into Gagan's story, the challenges and opportunities he has faced on his path, and his view of the current startup landscape. The fireside format produces genuine discussions and authentic insights. Don't miss out on an engaging webinar where you can also network with interesting startup founders, investors, and mentors.
Monday, February 12, 2024, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM PST
Location: Virtual
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Join a collaborative space of programmers from all experience levels, and gain help with your problem, project or idea. Share ideas or problems and connect with local programmers at this casual coding meetup.
Complimentary coffee is provided by the City of Brampton.
Click here to join the Coffee ‘n’ Code Discord Channel to connect with an online community of fellow coders!
Saturday, February 10, 2023, 11:00AM – 1:00PM EST
Location: In-Person
Springdale Branch Library
Multipurpose Room 1
10705 Bramalea Rd,
Brampton, ON
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Saturday, February 24, 2023, 11:00AM – 1:00PM EST
Location: In-Person
Springdale Branch Library
Multipurpose Room 1
10705 Bramalea Rd,
Brampton, ON
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This event is presented by The City of Brampton's Advance Brampton Fund in partnership with the G. Raymond Chang School of Continuing Education at Toronto Metropolitan University.
This seminar explores the process of determining the strategic direction and priorities for a non-profit, and how to integrate them into the budget, fill out funding applications, and understand the structure and culture of the organization. It also looks at challenges of planning in dynamic and changing environments as well as key ingredients of successful strategic planning processes.
Attendees will:
- Identify and communicate the mission, vision and values of an organization.
- Learn about key ingredients in successful strategic planning.
- Learn how to use strategic plans to guide budgets, organizational structure and development.
Thursday, February 15, 2024, 6:30PM - 8:00PM EST
Location: Virtual
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Cultivating connections with the public is key for startups. And business founders are their best storytellers, and editors would always rather speak directly to the source. However, founders are rarely confident in doing this. During this webinar, we will talk through the basics of PR is.. and what it is not, leaving you with a better understanding of how to easily embrace it within your business, along with some important points on timing and tools.
What You'll Learn:
- What is PR
- Important points on timing and tools.
- How to easily incorporate PR within your business
Wednesday, February 21, 2024, 10:00AM - 12:00PM PST
Location: Virtual
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The Idea Validation Lab is not your ordinary business event; it's a practical and collaborative experience designed to refine and elevate your business ideas.
What to expect from the session:
Practical and interactive sessions with experienced panelists providing expert insights, constructive feedback, and idea refinement.
Who Should Attend:
- Sheridan students with a business idea
Why Participate:
- Gain constructive feedback for business idea development.
- Possibility of receiving customized business plan follow-up from experts
- Earn an EDGE participation certificate.
Wednesday, February 21, 2024, 2:00PM - 3:30PM EST
Location: In-Person
Sheridan College - Hazel McCallion Campus
4180 Duke of York Blvd,
Mississauga, ON
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In partnership with the Brampton Innovation District, we are pleased to present thought leaders at the intersection of creativity and technology in this exciting lecture series.
Get inspired and connect with innovative peers in your community!
This month’s discussion will highlight success stories for Black Businesses in Brampton. Panelists will share about their challenges and support systems on their paths to success.
Thursday, February 22, 2024, 6:00PM - 8:00PM EST
Location: In-Person
Four Corners Branch
Auditorium
65 Queen Street East,
Brampton, ON
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Brampton youth interested in starting a business or those in the early business stages are invited to the Youth Startup Huddle.
Network with like-minded entrepreneurs, showcase and practice your sales pitch, and receive direct feedback from other start-ups. Brought to you by Brampton's Innovation District and hosted by Brampton Library.
Tuesday, February 27, 2024, 6:00PM - 8:00PM EST
Location: In- Person
Four Corner's Branch
65 Queen Street East,
Brampton, ON
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ACE is a 12-week intensive program that trains cybersecurity professionals already working in the cyber sector to advance into high-demand roles related to six specializations.
This program will only be offered in 2024.
Tuesday, February 13, 2024, 12:00PM - 1:00PM EST
Location: Virtual
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Tuesday, February 27, 2024, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM EST
Location: Virtual
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Are you an early stage technology startup or entrepreneur looking to accelerate your product and business development so you can get to market faster?
If you have a great idea for a new business but want help kickstarting your entrepreneurial journey on the right foot, RevUp will help you learn from expert advisors, connect with a network of local entrepreneurs, and provide the training and resources that will help you succeed.
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On a budget? Altitude has just launched *FREE* programs for our members.
Growth Essentials offers “best of” highlights from Altitude’s competitive Incubator and Investor Readiness programs, such as videos, podcasts, SEO, digital marketing, building a forecast, and data room fundamentals.
Upon successful completion of Growth Essentials, the founder will have the opportunity to meet with Altitude’s advisors to determine the best program for them and to be considered for the esteemed Champion Panels investor pitch series.
This is a free self-paced program where we've curated video content from our Tech Uncensored LinkedIn Live series and tools that are necessary for you to grow your business.
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This intensive program is for companies looking to grow and scale. The curriculum includes a heavy focus on sales and marketing strategies and tactics, but also provides coaching in hiring, culture, legal contracts, structuring your business, raising money, data privacy and cybersecurity.
Sign up as a company and session attendance will be open to all of your team members.
Find the right sessions for each member of your team to attend.
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CLIC (Certifications for Leadership in Cybersecurity) is an intensive cybersecurity training and certification program designed to give you the skills you need to launch a career in cybersecurity or elevate your career with cybersecurity skills.
Next Cohort Intake: May 2024
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ACE is a 12-week intensive program that trains cybersecurity professionals already working in the cyber sector to advance into high-demand roles related to six specializations. With direct input from Canadian employers, the Catalyst developed these program offers in partnership with our strategic training partner, SANS Institute — the world leader in cybersecurity training.
Program will be offered in 2024.
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Since 2009, the Founder Institute's highly-structured accelerator programs, innovative 'Equity Collective' and global network of advisors have ben proven to significantly increase a startup's changes of success - across 100+ countries and in any economic environment.
February 4 2024, is the Early Admissions Deadline for the Toronto Spring 2024 FI Core program, and if you would like to be eligible for early bird pricing then complete this application today.
The Toronto Spring 2024 Program already has many promising entrepreneurs enrolled, and to learn more you can join an upcoming online Information Session.
Final applications are due March 20, 2024.
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