EDGE Entrepreneurship Hub
4226 Duke of York Blvd L5B 0G5 Mississauga, ON, Canada

On April 6, join EDGE for an interactive webinar to explore the foundations of social procurement and opportunities for social value suppliers. This event is hosted in collaboration with Buy Social Canada, and is part of the Build Better: Social Enterprise Foundations series. RSVP: http://ow.ly/yxs650E80z1

Build your skill in #storytelling, and how learn how to communicate value to potential clients, customers, and investors through the interactive Storytelling Pitch Prep workshop on April 7. Co-hosted with ICUBE, as part of the Leap Startup League Series. RSVP: http://ow.ly/CSao50E80AH

Want to learn from an experienced social #entrepreneur? Join us today at 5:00 PM for a virtual fireside chat with special guest Amy MacFarlane, founder of Recreational Respite, as she discusses her journey as a social entrepreneur. RSVP: http://ow.ly/nX2450DMigP #MentorMonday

Introducing John Lam the Startup Man, the Entrepreneurship Lead at EDGE, Sheridan’s entrepreneurship hub! John will be present on the day of our hackathon to ...support our hackers. If you are anxious about presenting your solution, just hop on to the EDGE channel, and he will provide advice and mentorship for your pitch. Also, EDGE is sponsoring One-on-One Mentorship hours for one lucky WolfHacks team to support in further developing your idea into a startup! Stay posted for more on what’s happening at WolfHacks! EDGE Entrepreneurship Hub Canadian Space Agency Peel District School Board Chinguacousy Secondary School City of Brampton Your Local Government Hack the North The Heritage Executive Suites MySmile Dentistry echoAR Hack Club Wolfram Language balsamiq The Knowledge Society 1Password JetBrains Cockroach Labs Brampton Library

Now is the time to build a better future! Have you applied for the Social Impact Catalyst powered by RBC Future Launch yet? If you’re an entrepreneurial youth looking to move a promising idea into action, this program is for you! Participants will receive support through mentorship funding and expertise. Applications for the next cohort close April 4. ... To apply or learn more, visit: http://ow.ly/phTp50E6gtk #RBCFutureLaunch #SocialImpact

The Startup Peel International Women's Day virtual conference is March 1112! The event will feature keynote presentations, fireside chats, panel discussions, breakout sessions, booths and a finale pitch event. Topics range from business resilience resources to protecting your business online and thriving in 2021. Tickets Available: http://ow.ly/ecXg50Dw1PJ... #IWD2021 #ChooseToChallenge

Learn how to test your idea and build on a solid foundation before you spend time and money developing a product or service. Tonight at 6:30 PM, join us for our 'Look Before You Leap' workshop and put your entrepreneurial idea to the test! RSVP: http://ow.ly/3Fb150DxT2X

Do you want to build a more equitable, inclusive and just tomorrow? EDGE's Social Impact Catalyst powered by RBC Future Launch is for entrepreneurial youth looking to move promising ideas into action. Participants receive support through mentorship, expertise and funding. The next cohort for this 14-week program for youth ages 15-29 begins in May 2021. ... Applications are open from March 8-28. Find out more: http://ow.ly/aEc450DHUjd #RBCFutureLaunch

EDGE is proud to sponsor this year's Legacy Symposium hosted by ACBN Canada Foundation! Join us virtually this weekend to amplify your network through connecting and learning from your entrepreneurial community. Learn about funding options, ownership models, partnerships, marketing and much more at this value-packed event.... Featuring a Keynote on Building a Black Economic Ecosystem delivered by Isaac Olowolafe, founder of the Dream Legacy Foundation. Tickets and schedule: http://ow.ly/Dcn850DDSio

Do you want to learn how to reach your customers and increase their engagement? Tonight at 6:00 PM, join us for our Funnel Marketing 101 workshop to learn how to create a powerful funnel marketing strategy. RSVP: http://ow.ly/UKI850DDCtj... #Marketing #Entrepreneurship

Join tomorrow’s Advanced Sales Workshop, where we will help entrepreneurs assess the standing of their venture and find strategies that can help achieve your long-term sale goals. What will we covering? The ideal client profile: who do you sell to?... Your market position: what makes your product or service competitive in the marketplace? Your impact: What value does your product or service bring to individuals (B2C) or companies (B2B)? Determining sales goals: What is your target revenue in 2021? The sales process: What are the overall steps from lead to closing? Register here: https://bit.ly/35rJ6TK #sales #entrepreneurship #growth #smallbiz

A local pitch competition with a $20,000 prize? The Sauga Startup Pitch marks the partnership between EDGE, ICUBE UTM, & MBEC to give ventures an opportunity to present innovative concepts on Dec 16. Stay tuned for more information on the pitch process, and what to expect from investors and interested parties.... Register Here: https://bit.ly/390D6Ud #saugastartup #entrepreneur

Time to Sign-up, DMS is back in the City of Mississauga - Municipal Government! What’s DMS? The Digital Main Street program help main street businesses achieve digital transformation through: - Online learning platforms... - Structured training programs - Digital Service Squad - Supporting team of street-level members In partnership with the OBIAA (Ontario BIA Association), learn how DMS is helping the Mississauga Business Enterprise Centre community build back to better. Learn More: https://bit.ly/2TyUgzy #smallbiz #smallbusinessmonth #smallbusinesseveryday

Are you ready to bring your prototype to life? Tomorrow, clarify how to take advantage of available resources to turn ideas into tangible products in Part 3 of the Explore Entrepreneurship. Here’s a preview of our amazing panel:... Daniel Bishun - #TheBusinessAdvisor at the Brampton Entrepreneur Centre. Daniel responds to small business issues and consults with clients to determine their needs, progress and appropriate strategies for business success. Erin Walker - Digital Literacy Librarian at the Brampton Library, overseeing services, instruction and programming for Makerspace Brampton sites. Erin has seen first-hand the need to connect local entrepreneurs to educational resources and creativity-sparking technology so that they can reach their professional goals. Saleh Jiddawi - Manager for the Centre for Advanced Manufacturing and Design Technologies (CAMDT). Saleh is passionate about the application of cutting-edge technology in the development of new products that transform the way we work and live. John Lam - Entrepreneurship Lead for EDGE in Brampton’s Davis Campus. John has experience working under two startups, manages the incubators of the University of Guelph, teaches and mentors a multitude of entrepreneurs to grow their startup ideas. Register free: https://bit.ly/2IRJVwm #onlineevents #Canada_events #socent #socialpurpose #socialenterprise #socialentrepreneurship #smallbiz #socialimpact #startups #sheridan

Mapping and engaging your enterprise or personal ecosystem is the key towards maximizing impact and establishing visibility, career sustainability and financial resilience. Learn to map an ecosystem to maximize your impact on Nov 12 at 6 PM. Register Free: https://bit.ly/3lQWK8o... #socent #socialpurpose #socialenterprise #socialentrepreneurship #onlineevent #impact #ecosystem #sheridan

Leap Startup League applications are now open! This EDGE & ICUBE joint program will help you develop the skills to plan and implement your #startup idea, into a viable vision. All Startup teams will gain access to:... Online learning modules that support in-class activities Live training workshops Access to the ICUBE, EDGE and OnRamp Coworking Spaces, Libraries and Member perks Networking opportunities at UTM, Sheridan and within the wider community Online Slack community Advisors/mentors from ICUBE and EDGE Apply by Dec 15: https://bit.ly/2DlNacO #impact #socent

Learning outcomes of United Way of the Lower Mainland's Marketing On Purpose Event: Purpose Marketing Trends from marketing leaders Inspired ideas to accelerate your social purpose business movement Leave with at least one idea you can implement now... Join the conversation on the front-lines of social purpose. It all starts Nov 19. Register Free: https://bit.ly/3dQyzEy #socent #socialpurpose #socialenterprise #socialentrepreneurship #onlineevent #smallbiz #socialimpact #startups #sheridan #SmallBusinessMonth

Did you say a 2-in-one workshop? Yes! Learn to tell stories that resonate and create value with potential clients. Then, put it to the test by preparing for your next business pitch. It all starts on Dec 7. Other learnings will include:... Learn about narrative structures: why they work, and how to harness them for communication in your business Build you own business story, for use in marketing and talking about your venture Receive one on one coaching to improve your story and presentation skills Learn the features and expectations for a formal pitch Practice in a safe environment with peers and industry experts Register Free: https://bit.ly/3nagpku #storytelling #startup #pitch

Sign up for the #cybersecurity event on Oct. 29, hosted by Brampton Economic Development & Startup Peel. Learn insights from industry leader experts on how to mitigate risk of internal and external cyber attacks. Register Free: https://bit.ly/2TuhnLD... #resilience #compliance

#EDGE Giveaway Alert! EDGE is giving away 5 tickets to the Social Enterprise Day Conference: A Path to Sustainability hosted by EDGE member, Social Venture Circuit. If you're looking to interact with participants and learn from experts within the social enterprise community, apply for a chance receive a free ticket!... Hurry, the giveaway will close on October 30 at 5 pm! Apply here: https://bit.ly/31xsMid

Join #EDGE mentors on Nov 17 for the Look Before you Leap event. Learn how to test your idea, build on a solid foundation and receive feedback on your work from #Edge Mentors and aspiring Entrepreneurs. Register Free: https://bit.ly/350foUF #socent #socialpurpose #socialenterprise #socialentrepreneurship #onlineevent #smallbiz #socialimpact #startups #sheridan

#WellnessWednesday Tip: Treat Weekends like Weekends! It’s your time to plan a day to relax, take a mental break and re-energize! #socent #socialpurpose #socialenterprise #socialentrepreneurship #smallbiz #socialimpact #startups #sheridan #SmallBusinessMonth

How can you help your organization mitigate risk of internal and external cyber attacks? On Oct 29, Let’s talk Cybersecurity: Resilience and compliance, and learn insights from industry leaders and experts. Register Free: https://bit.ly/2TuhnLD... #onlineevent #security

TOMORROW is Company of Women's National Online Summit on Creating and Navigating Change! Sponsored by RBC, this event will include: 4 Keynote Speakers including: Vicki Saunders, of SheEO and Dr. Golnaz Golnaraghi 2 Panels ... 20 Biz Tools Breakout Sessions Donations to hEr VOLUTION Register here: www.journey2success.ca #changemaker #womeninstem #journey2success #companyofwomen #donate #womensupportingwomen

#Startup your holiday shopping early by supporting local startup businesses! On Nov 10, visit our online Startup Market where you can chat with founders, discover innovative products/services and access discount exclusives! Learn more: https://bit.ly/3dNRz6D... #startups #socent #socialpurpose #onlineevent #smallbiz #SmallBusinessMonth

Today's #EDGEReads Reco is 20/20: Looking back on a life well-lived and the lessons learned by Entrepreneur and Sheridan Alum, Anne Day. As founder of Company of Women, Anne's insights from her 50 year-career, make this book one great read! Learn more: https://bit.ly/2HfOPDd

Get the edge on making money in your business, today! At 6 pm, join Zahra Qureshi, founder of Social Venture Circuit and learn insights that will help ignite revenue growth at the @IcubeUTM sponsored Finance 101 Workshop. Here’s what you can expect to learn:... Why it’s imperative to get crystal clear on your revenue model Gain the knowledge and tools required to choose a revenue model that is both feasible and that will deliver the income and life that you want Gain a framework to establish your revenue source, pricing, who to serve, and number of clients you need to serve Build the competence & confidence to take your business to the next level, by getting in tune with your numbers (financial forecasting) Share, learn, and connect with other entrepreneurs Register Free: https://bit.ly/3nP1ptm #socent #socialpurpose #socialenterprise #socialentrepreneurship #smallbiz #socialimpact #startups

On Nov 19, Marketing and Purpose experts will dig into how social purpose companies are differentiators in the marketplace. Join the conversation on the front-lines of social purpose. Register Free: https://bit.ly/3dQyzEy... #onlineevent #onlinenetworking #networking