Regional Business Centre
200 Brady Street P3E 3L9 Greater Sudbury, ON, Canada

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What is financial planning and how does it affect you and your business going forward? Please join us to learn more about important steps of planning for your future, including budgeting advice, retirement, succession, estate and investment planning. Desjardins will take you through important factors you need to consider to make sure that your business as well as personal finances are in order. Register to participate: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/135995430995

We are looking forward to attending the Cambrian College virtual job fair this week!! Join us on Thursday February 11th from 1:00pm 2:30pm as we discuss An Intro to Entrepreneurship through our Summer Company program. Learn more at http://bit.ly/3qlIjfv #CambrianCareerFair #SummerCompany #YoungEntrepreneur

ONLY A FEW DAYS LEFT TO APPLY! If you are looking to start or expand a business then Starter Company Plus is exactly what you need. The program provides mentoring, training and the opportunity for a grant up to $5,000! Applications close this Friday, February 12th. www.regionalbusiness.ca/startercompanyplus ... #StarterCompanyPlus #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship

Ontario extending stay-at-home order across most of the province to save lives. Public health units to gradually return to the COVID-19 Response Framework. The ...current Stay-at-Home order as well as the Shutdown Order will be in effect until Feb 16. At that time, the orders as well as our return into the revised Framework will be assessed. Please follow the link for more details about this provincial announcement. https://news.ontario.ca//ontario-extending-stay-at-home-or

N'oubliez pas de vous inscrire pour notre café-rencontre en ligne qui aura lieu ce jeudi le 26 novembre!

INTRODUCING OUR 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS LOCAL GIVEAWAY !!! To support our local businesses and to spread a little cheer, we've partnered with Sudbury Tourism to put together 12 gift packages that include certificates from a variety of amazing local businesses . To enter, all you have to do is follow the prompts on the post with the prize you'd like to win and yule be in the running . Keep an eye on our Facebook & Instagram pages and mark your calendar for the first giveaway on December 1st... it's going to be magical #12DaysofChristmasSudbury #SudburyStrong #SupportLocal

Interested in the new Artrepreneur program? Join the virtual information session on Tuesday November 24th to learn more about this brand new, arts/business educational program coming to Sudbury!

There is still time to get tickets!! Speedy Networking is running an online speed networking session today at 2pm. Join us and you will be matched with 7-10 business professionals and get the opportunity to network with each of them 1 on 1 for 10 minutes. Register at: www.speedynetworkingonline.com

Time-of-Use or Tiered Electricity Prices? You Now Have a Choice If you’re a residential or small business customer that pays Time-of-Use (TOU) electricity prices, you now have a choice. You can contact your electricity utility and opt-out of TOU and pay Tiered prices instead, choosing the price plan that’s right for how you consume electricity. With TOU, the price you pay depends on when you use electricity whereas with tiered prices, you use a certain amount of electricity ...each month at a fixed price anytime of the day. Once you exceed that limit, a higher price applies. If you want to continue paying TOU prices, no action is required. If you’re considering a switch to Tiered prices, get a price comparison using the OEB’s online bill calculator at www.oeb.ca/calculator. For more information on choosing the price plan that is right for you, visit www.oeb.ca/choice.

Next Wednesday HR Werx and Paquette Management Services provide us an understanding of the impact COVID-19 has had on workplaces. Register to learn more about: Adjusting to Change & Uncertainty Working From Home: Challenges & Opportunities Tips for Employees Working From Home (WFH Best Practices)... Maintaining Accountability & Productivity (Tips for Business Owners) Employee Wellness Generating Mental Health Awareness in a Proactive Way Workplace Accommodation- How it’s Changed & Tips to Implement it Successfully Maintaining Your Team: Communication, Connection & Staff Engagement Workplace Culture: Fostering Leadership, Resilience & Positivity Investing in Your People- Training & Retention https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/the-covid-workplace-moving-forw

As the holidays approach, we encourage you to consider buying your gifts from local businesses or makers as much as you can. Many of our local retailers offer online shopping options for your convenience. #SupportLocal #SudburyStrong

Develop effective market research techniques to maximize your business potential in this free webinar! Register to participate: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/effective-market-research-strat

Connect with 7-10 professionals in a safe, virtual, one-on-one environment in the Sudbury area this Thursday Nov 19th from 2-4pm! Tickets are $35 and can be purchased at www.speedynetworkingonline.com

Innovation for a Greater Sudbury is an annual event dedicated to supporting and celebrating entrepreneurship, innovation and partnerships between industry, funders, researchers and academic institutions in Greater Sudbury. This year we will showcase student learners and innovators at our postsecondary institutions and highlight the support available from community partners. Join us the week of November 30th as we feature Laurentian University, Cambrian College and Collège Boréal students and resources, closing off with a virtual roundtable discussion about successes, challenges, and support for student innovators in our community. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/innovation-for-a-greater-sudbu

Joignez-vous DEMAIN à un café-rencontre en ligne. Nous avons invité Mélissa Deschênes, entrepreneure francophone et propriétaire de l'entreprise Design de Plume, à animer cette conversation en direct pour faire part de son point de vue sur les défis nouveaux et existants associés au fait d’être propriétaire d’une entreprise. Vous apprendrez comment cette entreprise a pu se réorienter et persévérer durant les périodes d’incertitude. Que vous vouliez simplement être à l’écoute ou que vous ayez des questions sur les affaires, c’est une occasion idéale pour vous de prendre un café et d’interagir avec le milieu des affaires. Tout cela dans le confort de votre domicile.

Greater Sudbury Chamber of Commerce has partnered with the Toronto Region Board of Trade to offer the Recovery Activation Program in Greater Sudbury. The program will help you harness technology to enable your business to thrive during the pandemic and beyond. For more information on the RAP program, visit https://wtctoronto.com/rap

Congratulations to The Plus Factor on the launch of their very own clothing line! The new line, called BLACK LABB, was created by Linda Audette, the store’s owner, and Becky Boileau, marketing manager for The Plus Factor. They focus on offering unique and customizable pieces that add endless versatility to one's wardrobe. #SmallBusiness #SupportLocal #ShopSudbury

We are excited to be partnering with Speedy Networking and Greater Sudbury Chamber of Commerce for next week's virtual Speed Networking event! Get your tickets today at https://speedynetworkingonline.com/sudbury-speed-networkin/

KUPPAJO ESPRESSO BAR is a great example of a local small business that is always giving back to our community to make Sudbury a better place for everyone! They were recently featured on Breakfast Television for their Suspended Coffee program which lets patrons buy a cup of coffee or something to eat for a stranger.

NOW HIRING a Business Information & Communications Officer! This individual would be responsible for coordinating the Regional Business Centre's social media and marketing, organizing the Bridges to Better Business Conference, delivering seminars and guiding aspiring entrepreneurs through start-up procedures, business planning, regulations and more. https://www.greatersudbury.ca//business-information-and-c/... If you’re interested in an exciting and rewarding opportunity that allows you to use your creativity and positively contribute to the economic development of your community, submit your application by Monday November 2, 2020 at 4:30 p.m.

Contract management skills are important to successfully operate and manage a business with diminished exposure to liability. Learn the legal requirements of a valid contract as representatives from Conroy Scott LLP provide their expertise! https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/contract-negotiation-tickets-12

Groupe IVEY Group is Northern Ontario's only full service international recruitment and immigration firm, assisting employers to find, recruit, and integrate international qualified workers into local operations. The team works with both businesses and individuals to meet skilled labour and immigration needs. Register to participate in next week's Coffee Chat to learn more about how this company supports our community. https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/coffee-chat-with-ivey-group-tic@

Happy #SmallBusinessWeek! Small businesses are the backbone of our local economy and we’re proud to celebrate their success today and every day! This week, we encourage you find ways to show your appreciation for local small businesses: Buy local Shop local online Treat yourself to dine-in, takeout or delivery ... Participate in virtual classes #SupportLocal #ShopLocal #RediscoverSudbury #Sudbury #SmallBusiness The Regional Business Centre continues to be a resource to help you start, grow and operate a business. To learn more or to register for the live webinars we're hosting during Small Business Week, visit: https://tinyurl.com/y5stn2rm

Happy National Boss Day to all of the incredible Entrepreneurs who help make our community thrive! Your determination, creativity and resiliency is an inspiration to many.

Learn more about the eligibility criteria to access this new funding program available to Northern Ontario business and received a tutorial on how to complete your application with the support of a NOHFC representative. https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/northern-ontario-recovery-progr

Businesses can save up to 60% of the retail price of a bike rack through the City of Greater Sudbury Bikes Racks for Business program. Encourage a healthy, active living for your customers and employees and save! Save today: https://bit.ly/3iUIQAd

Greater Sudbury Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a virtual Chamber U workshop on Thursday October 22nd focused on developing your business brand and social media strategies. Register at https://bit.ly/34V8Gz7

Joignez-vous DEMAIN à un café-rencontre en ligne. Nous avons invité Luc et Carole Roy, entrepreneurs francophones et copropriétaires de l'entreprise Old Rock Coffee Roastery, à animer cette conversation en direct pour faire part de leur point de vue sur les défis nouveaux et existants associés au fait d’être propriétaire d’une entreprise. Vous apprendrez comment cette entreprise a pu se réorienter et persévérer durant les périodes d’incertitude. Que vous vouliez simplement être à l’écoute ou que vous ayez des questions sur les affaires, c’est une occasion idéale pour vous de prendre un café et d’interagir avec le milieu des affaires. Tout cela dans le confort de votre domicile.