Workshops and Seminars
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June 9, 2025
This practical no-jargon webinar is designed for small business owners who want to take control of their pricing and boost profits. Learn to price your products and services based on real numbers, including:
Speaker: Andrew Patricio, owner of BizLaunch 10:00 - 11:00 am webinar |
June 9, 2025
Thinking of expanding your business? Growth is exciting, but is it the right time? Join this session to understand:
Speaker: Gisella Theodore, CPA Hosted by: Valley Heartland CFDC & CPA Canada 3:00 pm webinar |
June 10, 2025
Learn key insights into Google Ads, Facebook Ads, and Instagram Ads. You will learn about: Google Ads Facebook ads Facebook pixel Instagram ads Targeting audiences Which ads to run for your business Key terminology in ad platforms. Hosted by Digital Main Street. 10:00 - 11:30 am |
June 16, 2025
Unlock LinkedIn’s potential to grow your business. Make the most of LinkedIn profile for networking, lead generation, and brand growth. This workshop will equip you with actionable strategies to enhance your LinkedIn presence, expand your network, and turn connections into opportunities. Learn about:
Speaker: Sherry Crummy, Crummy Media Solutions Hosted by: Small Business Advisory Centre 9:00 am - 11:00 am |
June 23, 2025
Harness the power of Google Business (formerly Google My Business). Whether you’re just getting started or looking to enhance your existing presence, this session will guide you through setting up, managing, and optimizing your profile to increase your visibility in local search and attract more customers. What You’ll Learn:
This session will equip you with actionable tips to stand out in local search results. Hosted by: Small Business Advisory Centre 9:30 am - 10:30 am webinar Cost: Free |
July 7, 2025
Your balance sheet is a key indicator of business health. But do you know what makes it “healthy”? This session will help you:
Speaker: Gisella Theodore, CPA Hosted by: Valley Heartland CFDC & CPA Canada 3:00 pm webinar Cost: Free |
July 15, 2025
This webinar will dive into essential strategies for sustainable growth and success, and will help you elevate your business to the next level Create a strong business foundation by defining a long-term vision, setting clear goals, and aligning your team and operations. Focus on core values and purpose, build effective marketing and people strategies, monitor financial health, streamline systems, and tackle challenges to drive sustained growth and success. Speaker: Andrew Patricio, owner of BizLaunch Hosted by Small Business Advisory Centre 10:00 am - 11:00 am webinar Cost: Free |
July 23, 2025
Level up your social media game without spending hours designing. This webinar will show you how to use Canva’s powerful AI features to quickly create professional, eye-catching graphics that grab attention and drive engagement. Whether you’re promoting a product, building your brand, or running a campaign, Canva’s latest AI tools—like Magic Design, Magic Edit, and Magic Write—make it easier than ever to turn ideas into polished posts in minutes. Speaker Jennifer Baker, JBC Consulting Hosted by: Small Business Advisory Centre 9:30 am - 10:30 am |
July 29, 2025
Learn key insights into Google Ads, Facebook Ads, and Instagram Ads. You will learn about: Google Ads Facebook ads Facebook pixel Instagram ads Targeting audiences Which ads to run for your business Key terminology in ad platforms. Hosted by Digital Main Street. 10:00 - 11:30 am |
Aug. 28, 2025
Sales are strong, but where’s the cash? Managing cash flow is crucial for every business. This session covers:
Learn the cash flow secrets successful businesses use to thrive! Speaker: Gisella Theodore, CPA Hosted by: Valley Heartland CFDC & CPA Canada 3:00 pm webinar |
Sept. 9, 2025
Learn key insights into Google Ads, Facebook Ads, and Instagram Ads. You will learn about: Google Ads Facebook ads Facebook pixel Instagram ads Targeting audiences Which ads to run for your business Key terminology in ad platforms. Hosted by Digital Main Street. 10:00 - 11:30 am |
Sept. 16, 2025
Get started on creating professional and easy-to-create visual content to help you elevate your design game without feeling overwhelmed. Whether you're creating content for social media or marketing materials, this session will show you how to make the most of Canva’s powerful features and tools. By the end of the webinar participants will:
Speaker: Jennifer Baker, JBC Hosted by RTO9 10:00 am - 11:00 Online Webinar |
Sept. 23, 2025
Short-form video is one of the most powerful tools in digital marketing today. It’s changing how audiences discover, engage with, and trust brands. In this insightful webinar, you’ll learn why platforms like Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and even Pinterest are dominating attention spans and how to use them effectively to boost your visibility and connect with your audience. This session will give you the strategies and inspiration to start creating compelling short videos that actually work. Speaker: Jennifer Baker, JBC Consulting Hosted by: Small Business Advisory Centre 9:30 am - 10:30 am webinar Cost: free |
Sept. 23, 2025What Even is ChatGPT?You've heard the buzz. Maybe even typed in a prompt or two. But let’s be real—if you're still wondering what ChatGPT actually is (and whether it can do more than spit out robotic replies), you're in the right place. We’ll walk through what ChatGPT is, how it works, and why it might just be the surprisingly helpful assistant your tourism business didn’t know it needed. Upcoming Seminars in this series:
Speaker: Karine Parthenais, Mellow Brew Marketing Hosted by RTO9 10:00 am - 11:00 Online Webinar |
Oct. 21, 2025
Now that you’ve dipped your toe in, it’s time to learn the #1 skill that will change how ChatGPT works for you: prompting. This session breaks down the basics of crafting good prompts—because the output is only as good as what you ask. We’ll explore how to get more tailored, thoughtful, and relevant answers that sound like you and work for your business. Upcoming Seminars in this series:
Speaker: Karine Parthenais, Mellow Brew Marketing Hosted by RTO9 10:00 am - 11:00 Online Webinar |
Oct. 21, 2025The Importance of Paid Advertising in a Digital SpaceLearn key insights into Google Ads, Facebook Ads, and Instagram Ads. You will learn about: Google Ads Facebook ads Facebook pixel Instagram ads Targeting audiences Which ads to run for your business Key terminology in ad platforms. Hosted by Digital Main Street. 10:00 - 11:30 am |
Oct. 23, 2025
Unlock the secrets to refining your target audience and maximizing the effectiveness of your Meta ads. Learning Objectives:
Understanding Meta Ads, Part 2 - Oct. 30, 2025 Speaker: Jennfier Baker, JBC Hosted by: RTO9 10:00 am - 11:00 am online webinar |
Oct. 30, 2025
For the second installment in the Meta Ads series, get ready to learn the basics of running effective ads on Meta! This session will cover essential topics to help you create successful ad campaigns. Learning Objectives:
Speaker: Jennifer Baker, JBC Hosted by RTO9 10:00 am - 11:00 online webinar |
Nov. 4-5, 2025
Both days will be packed with incredible speakers, forward thinking ideas and inspiration to spark creativity and help Envision Tourism Growth in South Eastern Ontario. Hosted by RTO9 2-day event, Kingston |
Nov. 27, 2025
Marketing is a full-time job. In this session, we’ll show you how ChatGPT can become your brainstorming buddy, content planner, and even your rough draft machine. From social media to email newsletters to blog ideas, you’ll learn how to create content that sounds like you—just faster and easier. Upcoming Seminars in this series:
Speaker: Karine Parthenais, Mellow Brew Marketing Hosted by RTO9 10:00 am - 11:00 Online Webinar |
Dec. 9, 2025The Importance of Paid Advertising in a Digital SpaceLearn key insights into Google Ads, Facebook Ads, and Instagram Ads. You will learn about: Google Ads Facebook ads Facebook pixel Instagram ads Targeting audiences Which ads to run for your business Key terminology in ad platforms. Hosted by Digital Main Street. 10:00 - 11:30 am |
Dec. 16, 2025
Strategy doesn’t have to live in your head or on that sticky note you lost two weeks ago. In this session, we’ll look at how ChatGPT can help you think through your next campaign, clarify your customer journey, and document business ideas before they disappear into the void. It’s not just about marketing—it’s about smarter thinking and easier decision-maki Upcoming Seminars in this series:
Speaker: Karine Parthenais, Mellow Brew Marketing Hosted by RTO9 10:00 am - 11:00 Online Webinar |
Jan. 13, 2026
Learn to effectively set up, manage, and optimize your Google Business Profile (formerly Google My Business) to boost local visibility and attract more customers. Learning Objectives:
Speaker: Jennifer Baker, JBC Hosted by: RTO9 10:00 am - 11:00 am online webinar |
Jan. 27, 2026
What if ChatGPT could help with the behind-the-scenes chaos, too? In this session, we’ll explore how AI can support internal systems, communication, and delegation—from writing onboarding docs to creating checklists your team actually uses. Whether you're solo now or leading a small crew, this is about building sustainable tools that help your business scale, simplify, and stay sane. Final Seminar in this series:
Speaker: Karine Parthenais, Mellow Brew Marketing Hosted by RTO9 10:00 am - 11:00 Online Webinar |
Feb. 17, 2026
You’ve explored the possibilities—now it’s time to make it practical. In this final session, we’ll wrap the series by helping you build real-life ChatGPT habits that stick. You’ll create your own AI workflow, organize your favorite prompts, and learn how to keep showing up as a human leader who uses AI with confidence (not chaos). This isn’t about doing more—it’s about working smarter with the right support. Speaker: Karine Parthenais, Mellow Brew Marketing Hosted by RTO9 10:00 am - 11:00 Online Webinar |
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