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The month of October is jam-packed with opportunities for startups to network, expand and connect.
Not only is it Small Business Month, where the City of Brampton celebrates its local entrepreneurs whose ideas passion and determination helps to make the community competitive and prosperous, we are also excited to be celebrating TechTober alongside the Brampton Library.
We are also proud to share that Brampton will be hosting the Startup Canada Brampton Tour Stop on Thursday, October 26th, 2023, at the Rose Theatre. Register today for the opportunity to connect with the Canadian entrepreneurship ecosystem, build out your network and learn from industry experts.
Use code SCTOUR20 for 20% off tickets. Click here to learn more and register today.
On Friday, October 27th, in partnership with the Advance Brampton Fund, we are happy to share the DecodingTech.Zone Conference, celebrating technology, at the Pearson Convention Centre in Brampton.
Click here to learn more and register.
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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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Up to $5,000 is available for eligible Brampton based non-profits and charities through the New and Small Projects Stream in the Advance Brampton Fund.
This stream was formerly known as the Emerging Stream in the Advance Brampton Fund. For 2024, it undergoes changes to make funding more accessible. These changes include a removal of the matching component and an easier application.
In this session we will cover - eligibility, application questions and scoring, and grant writing strategies.
Wednesday, October 4, 2023, 6:00PM - 8:00PM EST
Location: Virtual
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Up to $12,500 in the Developing Stream and $25,000 in the Amplifying Stream is available for eligible Brampton based non-profits and charities through the Advance Brampton Fund.
In this session we will cover - eligibility, application questions and scoring, and grant writing strategies.
Thursday, October 5, 2023, 6:00PM - 8:00PM EST
Location: Virtual
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This session is designed to share the knowledge and tools to leverage the power of an impact entrepreneurial mindset. In this interactive session participants will explore their own impact entrepreneurship attitude and understand how it can drive positive change in the world. Through insightful discussions, practical exercises, and inspiring examples, participants will gain valuable insights into the world of impact entrepreneurship and discover ways to make a difference while pursuing their entrepreneurial ambitions.
Why should you attend?
- Learn to create both financial and social value through the impact entrepreneurial mindset, leading to a more sustainable and purpose-drive business.
- Connect with a diverse community of aspiring impact entrepreneurs, fostering collaboration and the exchange of ideas.
- Discover your unique impact entrepreneurship attitude.
- Identify opportunities for making a meaningful difference through your entrepreneurial ventures.
Thursday, October 12, 2023, 3:30PM - 4:30PM EST
Location: In-Person
Sheridan College, Davis Campus
Room H153
7899 McLaughlin Rd,
Brampton, ON
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Discover the world of Brampton’s tech startups in this panel discussion featuring homegrown businesses. Leaders will share how and why they chose their specific markets, the resources and funding opportunities available for tech startups, how their service model works, and the future of their business sectors.
Thursday, October 12, 2023, 6:30PM - 8:30PM EST
Location: In-Person
Springdale Branch Library
Multipurpose Room 1
10705 Bramalea Rd,
Brampton, ON
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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, October 14, 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, October 28, 2023, 11:00AM – 1:00PM EST
Location: In-Person
Springdale Branch Library
Multipurpose Room 1
10705 Bramalea Rd,
Brampton, ON
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Building a strong brand presence is essential for success, but it can be challenging, especially when resources are limited. During this live and interactive webinar, we will provide you with essential strategies and practical tips to help you establish a compelling brand without breaking the bank. Our expert, Ana Pessanha, will share her insights on maximizing your brand impact while working within budget constraints. Join us to upscale your branding skills and network with startup founders who have similar interests to yours.
What You'll Learn:
- What are the fundamental concepts of branding and its impact on your startup's success
- Free and affordable branding tools, resources, and platforms
- How to leverage social media platforms and create captivating content
Monday, October 16, 2023, 10:00am - 12:00PM PST
Location: Online
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What are patents? What can they protect and what do I need to know if I'm thinking of protecting my invention in Canada?
In this live presentation, you'll learn the basics of patents. We'll explain what patents can protect, important considerations like the time and costs involved in getting a patent, some important criteria for patents and, of course, where to get more help.
Join us for an interactive presentation with online polls, live Q&As and videos. All participants will get a copy of the presentation with links to CIPO's most popular IP resources for businesses.
• What does a patent protect?
• Is a patent right for me?
• How much does a patent cost?
• How long does it take?
• Who can help me?
• What do I need to do next?
Wednesday, October 18, 2023, 1:00PM - 2:00PM EST
Location: Online
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Interested in starting a side -business?
Want a flexible career path as a freelancer or entrepreneur?
Want to create an impact within an organization as an intrapreneur?
If you answered YES to any of these questions, these sessions are for you! Join us Wednesdays at 1:30 pm (virtual) to discover the answers to these questions.
This session aims to create a safe space for everyone curious and wanting to explore entrepreneurship, alternatives to traditional employment or make an impact.
Learn how Sheridan EDGE can support your journey through our diverse programs and resources. We welcome all Sheridan students and any questions that you may have!
Wednesday, October 18, 2023, 1:30PM - 2:30PM EST
Location: Online
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Brampton Library in partnership with Let's Get Together invites you to drop off your used, broken and unwanted laptops, cell phones and other electronic devices.
Help reduce the digital divide! Donations will be safely recycled or refurbished and circulated back into the community to support individuals and families in need. For a complete list of what will be accepted, click here.
Saturday, October 21, 2023, 10:00AM – 2:00PM EST
Location: In-Person
Gore Meadows Library
10150 The Gore Road
Brampton, ON
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The Community Presents series is a new initiative from the Brampton Arts Organization (BAO) that facilitates learning and knowledge-sharing within the Brampton creative community while developing individual community members' facilitation skills. To that end, we've empowered Brampton artists and creatives to craft programming and initiatives specifically for their community.
This workshop will provide participants with an overview of creative direction and hands-on experience styling an in-person photo and video shoot. Participants will have the opportunity to choose between a variety of props and sets, style them for photographs and videos, and then create a social media campaign with the results.
What You'll Learn:
- How to create a strong social media campaign
- The process involved in creative direction
- How to determine the best materials to support your campaign
- How to pivot your campaign if it isn’t aligning with your original creative vision
This is a great opportunity to get a behind-the-scenes view of the creative process in order to create your own social media campaigns.
Sunday, October 22, 2023, 11:00AM - 4:00PM EST
Location: In-Person
Brampton Entrepreneur Centre
41 George St South
Brampton, ON
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Brampton youth interested in starting a business or those in the early business stages are invited to Youth Startup Huddle. Brought to you by Brampton's Innovation District and hosted by Brampton Library, the huddle is a great way to network with other like-minded entrepreneurs, showcase and practice your sales pitch, and receive direct feedback from other start-ups. *Registration Required.
Tuesday, October 24, 2023, 6:00PM - 8:00PM EST
Location: In-Person
Four Corners Library
Auditorium,
65 Queen St East,
Brampton, ON
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Startup Canada is the gateway to Canada’s entrepreneurial ecosystem that points entrepreneurs in the right direction, eliminates barriers, and champions your needs to private and public sector partners. We connect you with support organizations and peers across the country with industry expertise, regional knowledge, and funding to help you start and build successful businesses.
For 20% discount code, use SCTOUR20
Thursday, October 26, 2023, 8:30AM - 5:00PM EST
Location: In person or Online
The Rose Theatre
1 Theatre Lane
Brampton ON
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At DecodingTECH.Zone (DTZ) Conference, we aim to provide a platform to learn and skill-up, challenge the status quo and innovation-up, build the network and discover leads, and become a catalyst of every technological innovation that transforms multiple industries. As a result, we empower all to take on opportunities by reimagining to find our place today so we are not displaced!
Friday, October 27, 2023, 8:00AM - 9:00PM EST
Location: In person
Pearson Convention Centre
2638 Steeles Avenue East
Brampton Canada
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Of all the choices you make when starting a business, one of the most important is the type of legal structure you choose. The business structure you select will have important small business tax considerations. Join Razik Sarsam, Partner at MNP and Tony Liu, Designated Professional at MNP for this informative webinar on the tax benefits of each business structure.
Presented by: MNP
MNP is a leading national accounting, tax and business consulting firm that is truly made in Canada with offices in communities across the country. MNP supports small businesses as they grow and innovate, and helps business owners adapt and succeed in a dynamic business environment. The Business Insights section on MNP’s website provides timely advice and practical solutions to help you navigate your business journey. Visit MNP.ca to learn more and subscribe to the MNP Business Insights Newsletter.
Monday, October 30, 2023, 6:00PM - 8:30PM EST
Location: In-Person
Brampton Entrepreneur Centre
41 George St South
Brampton, ON
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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: Winter 2024
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