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SUMMARY:Registering Your Business
DESCRIPTION:  \nWondering How to Register a Business in Quebec? Join Our Free Workshop!\n  \nStarting a business in Quebec requires understanding the legal steps involved. Our free workshop will guide you through the entire process on how to register a business in Quebec. From registration to choosing the right business structure\, we provide a step-by-step guide to help you navigate the legal framework of Quebec’s business regulations. \n\nStep-by-Step Guidance on Registering Your Business\nIn this workshop\, we’ll walk you through the entire registration process with the Quebec government. You’ll learn how to legally register your startup\, fill out the necessary forms\, and understand the key requirements for a successful registration. Our goal is to provide you with the knowledge you need to take the first steps toward establishing your business with confidence. \n\nBenefits of Registering Your Business in Quebec\nRegistering your business brings numerous benefits\, including legal protection\, tax advantages\, and the ability to access government programs and funding. We’ll explain the advantages of having your business officially recognized and the essential steps to ensure you’re in full compliance with Quebec’s laws. \n\nChoosing the Right Legal Structure for Your Business\nOne of the most important decisions when starting a business is selecting the right legal structure. Our workshop covers various options\, including sole proprietorships\, partnerships\, and corporations\, to help you choose the structure that best aligns with your business goals. \n  \nSpeaker: Jessica Ling\, Legal Information Officer \n  \nThis workshop is designed for anyone interested in starting a business in Quebec\, whether you’re just starting to explore your options or you’re ready to take action. \n  \nDon’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights from an expert in the field!\n  \nRegister Now\n\n\n\nPre-registration is required. This workshop is available online. \nOnce you register for the online workshop\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log in. If you haven’t received the email an hour before the workshop starts\, please check your Spam/Junk folder. \nTo learn more about our services for entrepreneurs\, click here.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/register-a-business-in-quebec/2025-12-03/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs,Entrepreneurship,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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SUMMARY:10 Year-End Tax Planning Tips For Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Discover 10 strategies to boost savings\, cut costs\, and make smarter financial decisions.\nThis workshop is presented in English. \n💡 Make the most of your year-end tax planning with strategies specifically designed for small business owners. This interactive session will walk you through 10 actionable tips to help you save on taxes and optimize your financial outcomes before the year ends. \nWhat You’ll Learn\nDuring this workshop\, you’ll discover practical ways to manage your business finances while taking advantage of tax-saving opportunities. You’ll learn how to: \n\nClaim Business Expenses: Identify eligible expenses and deductions to lower your taxable income.\nAcquire Capital Assets Strategically: Plan purchases to maximize tax benefits and improve business operations.\nManage Debt Wisely: Understand debt repayment strategies that optimize cash flow and minimize tax liabilities.\nOwner’s Compensation: Decide between salary and dividends based on tax efficiency and personal goals.\nMaximize RRSP Contributions: Learn how RRSPs can reduce taxable income and support retirement planning.\nIncome-Splitting Techniques: Explore methods to distribute income among family members to lower overall tax obligations.\nOther expert strategies for year-end tax planning that you can implement immediately.\n\nWho Should Attend\nThis workshop is perfect for small business owners\, freelancers\, and self-employed professionals who want to gain clarity on complex tax rules\, make informed decisions\, and enhance their financial efficiency. Whether you are new to business ownership or have years of experience\, you’ll leave with actionable tips to improve your bottom line. \nWhy Attend\nTaxes don’t have to be overwhelming. Our goal is to simplify the process and give you practical steps to save money while staying compliant. By attending\, you’ll gain confidence in planning your finances\, making smarter business decisions\, and maximizing every dollar before the year closes. 🚀 \nDon’t Miss Out\n✨ Year-end is the perfect time to plan ahead. Reserve your spot today and take control of your business finances before the tax season begins! \nReserve Your Spot!\n\n🔗 Register now to boost savings\, cut costs\, and make smarter financial decisions. 🚀 \nAbout the speaker:\nRonika Khanna\, Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA)\, Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)\, Founder of Montreal Financial\n \nRonika Khanna is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) and Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)\, and the founder of Montreal Financial. With previous roles at PricewaterhouseCoopers and ING Risk Management Limited\, Ronika launched her firm to provide accounting\, tax\, and financial consulting services primarily for small businesses\, startups\, freelancers\, and the self-employed.  \nHer approach is focused on simplifying financial complexities\, enhancing financial literacy\, and empowering business owners with the knowledge to manage their finances confidently. An author of several small business books\, Ronika also regularly contributes expert advice to various media outlets who are looking for guidance about small business and personal finance.  \n\n\nLearn more about our ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs program!\nThis workshop is made accessible to you at no cost\, thanks to generous funding from the Government of Canada and Yspace: York University. \n*Please Note: Pre-registration is required. This workshop is presented in English (with French subtitles) and is available as an online\, live streaming webinar only. \nOnce you have registered\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours prior to the start time of the workshop. Please check your Spam/Junk folder if you have not received your email with instructions one hour prior to the start time of the workshop.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/year-end-tax-planning-small-businesses/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs,Entrepreneurship,Evening,Virtual,Women Entrepreneurship
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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CREATED:20251209T165300Z
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SUMMARY:ELLEvating Women Entrepreneurs: 9 Women Founders\, 9 Building Blocks
DESCRIPTION:Discover the Building Blocks to Grow Your Women-Led Business\nDiscover the building blocks to help grow your business in this dynamic onboarding workshop designed to kickstart your ELLEvate journey. Whether you’re exploring a new idea or expanding an existing venture\, this session will help you root your business in purpose\, clarity\, and confidence. \nFree\nTuesday\, Jan 6: 12 PM–1:30 PM \nOnline\, presented in English \nRegister Here!\nWhy attend?\nInspired by nine remarkable women entrepreneurs—from Melanie Perkins (Canva) to Sophia Amoruso (Girlboss)—this workshop breaks down the foundational elements that support long-term entrepreneurial success. You’ll explore your unique strengths\, lived experiences\, and motivations to understand how they connect to your business vision and direction. \nWhat you’ll learn\nVision\, Money\, Confidence\, Networks\, and Roots\nThrough storytelling\, guided reflection\, and hands-on exercises\, you’ll explore the core building blocks of business: \n\nVision — Define what drives you and where you want to go.\nMoney — Understand how revenue\, value\, and sustainability fit into your model.\nConfidence — Build belief in your ideas and your entrepreneurial voice.\nNetworks — Identify who supports you\, who you can collaborate with\, and who you can serve.\nRoots — Recognize how your identity\, background\, and lived experiences make your business unique.\n\nOne of the tools you’ll work with is the Business Model Canvas\, which helps translate your ideas into an actionable\, purpose-filled business model. This practical framework pairs well with storytelling and reflection to create an immediate plan that you can iterate on after the workshop. \nBuild a business that’s unapologetically yours\nBy the end of the session\, you’ll walk away with clarity\, practical insights\, and a renewed sense of direction. Stay tuned for an invitation to continue your growth through one-on-one ELLEvate coaching. Discover the building blocks to help grow your business and learn how to build a venture that reflects your strengths\, values\, and ambitions. \nJoin us to connect\, reflect\, and build a business that’s unapologetically yours. This workshop is guided by insights from women who have shaped their industries and forged their own paths to success. \nAfter registration\, you will receive an email with login instructions a few hours before the workshop. \n👉 Spaces are limited\, so don’t miss this opportunity to build your business foundation and set yourself up for success. \nReserve Your Spot!\nLet’s take the first step together toward transforming your vision into a thriving venture! \nLearn more about our ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs program! \nThis workshop is made accessible to you at no cost\, thanks to the generous support of YSpace: York University and Innovation\, Science\, and Economic Development Canada. While not all our programs are fully funded\, we are committed to providing services either free of charge or at minimal cost. Thank you for choosing YES! \n*Please Note: Pre-registration is required. Presented in English. Available as an online\, live streaming webinar only. \nOnce you have registered\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours prior to the start time of the workshop. Please check your Spam/Junk folder if you have not received your email with instructions one hour prior to the start time of the workshop.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/discover-the-building-blocks-to-grow-your-women-led-business/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs,Entrepreneurship
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260120T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260120T203000
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SUMMARY:The Art of (Real) Listening: Why VoC* is Your Business Edge
DESCRIPTION:The Art of (Real) Listening: Why VoC is Your Business Edge\n\nDate: Tuesday\, January 20\nTime: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM\nLocation: Online\nSpeaker: Tammy Labrecque\, Customer Experience Advisor\nCost: Free\n\nWhy Voice of Customer (VoC) Matters\nIn today’s competitive market\, listening to your customers isn’t optional. Instead\, it is what sets thriving businesses apart. Additionally\, the Voice of Customer (VoC) approach gives you clear insight into what your customers are saying\, feeling\, and needing. By capturing and acting on feedback\, you can turn insights into strategies that strengthen loyalty. Moreover\, these strategies help create lasting value and drive measurable growth for your business. \n\n\nWhat You’ll Learn\nThis interactive workshop with Customer Experience Advisor Tammy Labrecque will teach practical ways to leverage VoC. For example\, you will learn how to collect customer feedback\, analyze insights\, and close the loop by taking action that matters. Whether your goal is to improve customer relationships or build a customer-first culture\, this workshop provides actionable tools. You can implement these strategies immediately in your business. \n\n\nKey Takeaways\n\nPractical methods to capture and analyze customer feedback\nHow to transform customer insights into smarter decisions\nSteps to close the feedback loop and inspire loyalty\nBuilding a sustainable\, customer-centric business culture\n\n\n\nRegister Today\nDon’t miss this opportunity to make listening your ultimate business edge. Sign up for this free online workshop. You will learn how to build stronger relationships\, deliver standout experiences\, and unlock growth. Additionally\, you’ll gain insights that can improve customer satisfaction and business results immediately. \n\n\nSecure Your Spot!\n\n🔗 Register now and take your business to the next level! 🚀 \nAbout the speaker:\nTammy Labrecque\, Customer Experience Advisor \nTammy’s customer experience journey began unexpectedly at 16\, with a speeding ticket and a quick job at McDonald’s. What started as necessity became an eight-year crash course in service excellence\, teaching her that quality\, consistency\, and putting the customer first drive success. From there\, she expanded into high-pressure call center sales and went on to lead teams of 10 to 200+ across industries including online security\, travel\, healthcare\, and retail. Her leadership and workflow designs have consistently boosted satisfaction scores\, lifetime value\, and order sizes — proving that prioritizing customers leads to measurable results. \nTwelve years ago\, Tammy founded USUS Labs\, where she pioneered “customer experience stress testing\,” mapping real customer journeys to reveal friction and transform interactions. Beyond her corporate work\, she applies these principles in the community\, volunteering with local organizations and serving as President of HOPE food bank. Her story shows that service excellence is universal — from Big Macs to big brands. \nLearn more about our ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs program!\nThis workshop is made accessible to you at no cost\, thanks to generous funding from the Government of Canada and Yspace: York University. \n*Please Note: Pre-registration is required. This workshop is presented in English (with French subtitles) and is available as an online\, live streaming webinar only. \nOnce you have registered\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours prior to the start time of the workshop. Please check your Spam/Junk folder if you have not received your email with instructions one hour prior to the start time of the workshop. \nThe Community Empowerment Literacy Initiative (CELI) is sponsored by TALQ in collaboration with Literacy Quebec and funded in part by the Government of Canada’s Skills for Success Program.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/voice-of-customer-workshop/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs,Entrepreneurship,Evening,Virtual,Women Entrepreneurship
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260128T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260128T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135049
CREATED:20241205T171706Z
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SUMMARY:Registering Your Business
DESCRIPTION:  \nWondering How to Register a Business in Quebec? Join Our Free Workshop!\n  \nStarting a business in Quebec requires understanding the legal steps involved. Our free workshop will guide you through the entire process on how to register a business in Quebec. From registration to choosing the right business structure\, we provide a step-by-step guide to help you navigate the legal framework of Quebec’s business regulations. \n\nStep-by-Step Guidance on Registering Your Business\nIn this workshop\, we’ll walk you through the entire registration process with the Quebec government. You’ll learn how to legally register your startup\, fill out the necessary forms\, and understand the key requirements for a successful registration. Our goal is to provide you with the knowledge you need to take the first steps toward establishing your business with confidence. \n\nBenefits of Registering Your Business in Quebec\nRegistering your business brings numerous benefits\, including legal protection\, tax advantages\, and the ability to access government programs and funding. We’ll explain the advantages of having your business officially recognized and the essential steps to ensure you’re in full compliance with Quebec’s laws. \n\nChoosing the Right Legal Structure for Your Business\nOne of the most important decisions when starting a business is selecting the right legal structure. Our workshop covers various options\, including sole proprietorships\, partnerships\, and corporations\, to help you choose the structure that best aligns with your business goals. \n  \nSpeaker: Jessica Ling\, Legal Information Officer \n  \nThis workshop is designed for anyone interested in starting a business in Quebec\, whether you’re just starting to explore your options or you’re ready to take action. \n  \nDon’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights from an expert in the field!\n  \nRegister Now\n\n\n\nPre-registration is required. This workshop is available online. \nOnce you register for the online workshop\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log in. If you haven’t received the email an hour before the workshop starts\, please check your Spam/Junk folder. \nTo learn more about our services for entrepreneurs\, click here.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/register-a-business-in-quebec/2026-01-28/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs,Entrepreneurship,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260203T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135049
CREATED:20251210T205131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T220649Z
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SUMMARY:ELLEvating Women Entrepreneurs: Make Your Mark Online
DESCRIPTION:Boost Your Digital Presence: Make Your Mark Online\nYour customers are searching for you—make it easy for them to find you. In this hands-on workshop\, ELLEvating Women Entrepreneurs: Make Your Mark Online will guide you through building a professional online presence without the overwhelm. This session is specifically designed for women entrepreneurs who want clarity\, confidence\, and actionable strategies for showcasing their brand online. \nDate & Time: Tuesday\, Feb 3 • 12 PM – 1:30 PM\nFormat: Online. Presented in English\nCost: Free \nCraft a Consistent Brand Identity\nLearn how to create a cohesive brand identity that reflects your values and vision. We’ll cover design principles\, choosing colors\, fonts\, visual elements\, and using Canva to produce professional marketing materials. A consistent identity ensures your audience recognizes and trusts your business across all digital platforms. \nSet Up Key Online Touchpoints\nOptimize your LinkedIn profile\, set up a simple website or landing page\, and integrate other essential touchpoints. Strategically placing your brand online makes it easy for customers to find you\, engage with your services\, and remember your business. \nTell Your Story Authentically and Leverage AI\nCommunicate your story in a genuine and relatable way while aligning your messaging with business goals. Learn tips for using AI tools to support content creation\, saving time while producing high-quality posts and marketing materials. \nLeave With Tools You Can Use Immediately\nBy the end\, you’ll leave with a mini brand kit\, your first set of marketing assets\, and the confidence to show up online as the face of your business. Don’t miss this opportunity to ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs Make Your Mark Online and take control of your digital brand today. \n👉 Spaces are limited\, so don’t miss this opportunity to build your business foundation and set yourself up for success. \nReserve Your Spot!\nLet’s take the first step together toward transforming your vision into a thriving venture! \nLearn more about our ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs program! \nThis workshop is made accessible to you at no cost\, thanks to the generous support of YSpace: York University and Innovation\, Science\, and Economic Development Canada. While not all our programs are fully funded\, we are committed to providing services either free of charge or at minimal cost. Thank you for choosing YES! \n*Please Note: Pre-registration is required. Presented in English. Available as an online\, live streaming webinar only. \nOnce you have registered\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours prior to the start time of the workshop. Please check your Spam/Junk folder if you have not received your email with instructions one hour prior to the start time of the workshop.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/ellevating-women-entrepreneurs-make-your-mark-online/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs,Entrepreneurship,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260210T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260210T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135049
CREATED:20241209T201237Z
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SUMMARY:Tax Tips for Individuals in Business and the Benefits of Incorporation
DESCRIPTION:Learn Essential Tax Tips for Your Small Business\n  \nTaxes are a critical part of running a business\, but they don’t have to be intimidating. In this workshop\, you’ll learn essential tax tips for your small business\, practical strategies to take control of your business taxes and approach tax season with confidence. \nLed by Ronika Khanna\, CPA\, CFA\, and founder of Montreal Financial\, this workshop is perfect for entrepreneurs at any stage—whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your financial practices. \n\nWhat You’ll Learn:\n  \nExplore Allowable Expenses and Deductions\nFind out which business expenses you can claim to lower your taxable income and keep more of your hard-earned money. \nMaster Bookkeeping Best Practices\nOrganize your records effectively and ensure you’re prepared for any tax audits with proven bookkeeping strategies. \nUnderstand the Filing Process\nDemystify the step-by-step process of filing your business taxes and ensure compliance with tax regulations. \nLearn the Benefits of Incorporation\nDiscover how incorporation can influence your tax responsibilities\, financial planning\, and business growth. \n\nWhy This Workshop Matters\n  \nTaxes are inevitable\, but this workshop equips you with the knowledge to handle them efficiently. Ronika Khanna will share expert advice\, highlight common mistakes to avoid\, and answer your questions to help you navigate your tax obligations confidently. \n\nTake Action Today\n  \nJoin us on Tuesday\, February 10\, 2026\, and leave with actionable tips to simplify your tax season and position your business for success. Don’t let taxes hold you back—embrace these essential tax tips for your small business and take control of your financial future! \nPre-registration is required. This workshop is available online. \n  \nSign Up Here\n  \nAbout the speaker:\nRonika Khanna is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) and Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)\, and the founder of Montreal Financial. With previous roles at PricewaterhouseCoopers and ING Risk Management Limited\, Ronika launched her firm to provide accounting\, tax\, and financial consulting services primarily for small businesses\, startups\, freelancers\, and the self-employed.  \nHer approach is focused on simplifying financial complexities\, enhancing financial literacy\, and empowering business owners with the knowledge to manage their finances confidently. Ronika is an author of several small business books. She also regularly contributes expert advice to various media outlets who are looking for guidance about small business and personal finance.  \nOnce you register for the online workshop\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log in. If you haven’t received the email an hour before the workshop starts\, please check your Spam/Junk folder. \nTo learn more about our services for entrepreneurs\, click here. \n*This low registration fee is only possible thanks to our generous funders and partners.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/learn-essential-tax-tips-for-your-small-business/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs,Entrepreneurship,Evening,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260217T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260217T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135049
CREATED:20260120T205803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T202658Z
UID:92480-1771353000-1771360200@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Beyond Pitch Theatre: Becoming Better Humans While Building Better Ventures
DESCRIPTION:Master Human-Centered Pitching to Grow Your Venture with Clarity and Purpose\nThis session focuses on the human side of pitching and venture building. You’ll learn how communication\, self-awareness\, and empathy influence how your venture grows—and how others connect with your mission. \nLed by Fora Fereydouni\, Founder and CEO of Cognitai\, this workshop draws on real-world experiences with investors\, mentors\, and incubators across Montréal’s startup ecosystem. You’ll learn how to pitch with purpose\, connect your mission to what matters for investors and partners\, and stay clear and authentic in every interaction. \nBuild Trust and Communicate with Authenticity\nThis workshop introduces practical\, human-centered strategies to help you build trust and create meaningful connections. \nYou’ll learn how to rethink your pitch using a framework built around clarity\, empathy\, and authenticity—going beyond traditional pitch decks and formulas. It will help to ensure your message resonates with your audience and stays aligned with your values. \nNavigate Startup Supports and Pitch With Confidence\nThe session also covers practical tips for navigating Montréal’s incubators and startup programs. You’ll learn how to refine your message\, present confidently\, and engage stakeholders more effectively. \nBy the end of the workshop\, participants will walk away with:\n\nA human-centered framework to rethink their pitch\nStrategies for navigating Montréal’s startup supports\nPractical tips to communicate with authenticity\, clarity\, and confidence\n\nSpeaker: Fora Fereydouni\, Founder and CEO of Cognitai \n\n\n\nRegister Today!\n\n🔗 Register now and take your business to the next level! 🚀 \nAbout the speaker:\nA HealthTech leader and entrepreneur\, Fora Fereydouni is a responsible innovation enabler in mental healthcare\, working at the intersection of behavioral science\, technology\, and clinical practice.  \nGrounded in a multidisciplinary background spanning engineering\, journalism\, and psychology\, she is the co-founder and CEO of Cognitai\, a Canada-based clinical decision support system for psychologists that enables continuous\, precise\, and personalized care and helps solve persistent\, real-world problems in clinical psychology.  \nLearn more about our ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs program!\nThis workshop is made accessible to you at no cost\, thanks to generous funding from the Government of Canada and Yspace: York University. \n*Please Note: Pre-registration is required. This workshop is presented in English (with French subtitles) and is available as an online\, live streaming webinar only. \nOnce you have registered\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours prior to the start time of the workshop. Please check your Spam/Junk folder if you have not received your email with instructions one hour prior to the start time of the workshop.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/grow-your-venture-with-clarity-and-purpose/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs,Entrepreneurship,Virtual,Women Entrepreneurship
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260226T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260226T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135049
CREATED:20260205T152021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T200150Z
UID:92839-1772128800-1772139600@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Business Real Talk: Mission to Market — Turning Purpose into Profit
DESCRIPTION:Business Real Talk: Mission to Market — Turning Purpose into Profit\nReal Conversations. Real Solutions. Real Connections.\nMission to Market — Turning Purpose into Profit is a Business Real Talk event designed for entrepreneurs and founders who want to scale purpose-driven businesses while staying profitable. \nIn today’s landscape\, sustainability in business isn’t a trend — it’s a business advantage that customers\, retailers\, and investors increasingly expect. \nBut how do you build a purpose-driven company that actually scales and stays profitable? \nJoin us for our next Business Real Talk event focused on one big question: How do you turn purpose into real business growth? \nRESERVE YOUR SPOT\nThis panel brings together entrepreneurs and experts who’ve built\, scaled\, and learned the hard way — turning ethical innovation into revenue-driven businesses across green chemistry\, circular manufacturing\, retail and global strategy. \n🎙️ Moderated by Arron Neal (Strategist\, Writer & Speaker\, Montreal Gazette) \nThe conversation goes beyond inspiration to unpack what actually works: the wins\, the hard lessons\, and the real business impact of being mission-led. \n💡 What You’ll Learn\n\nHow founders turned sustainability into a real competitive edge\nWhat it actually takes to scale a purpose-driven product\nWhere mission helps growth — and where it can slow you down\nHow ethical brands attract customers\, partners\, and investors\n\n🔥 Featured Speakers\nModerator: Arron Neal (Strategist\, Writer & Speaker\, Montreal Gazette) \nPanel: \n\nNivatha Balendra — Founder & CEO\, Dispersa\nNatasha Liberman Santos — Co‑Founder\, Recycla\nChristopher Magnone — Co‑Founder & CEO\, Temple Lifestyle Brands\nMark Cigos — Co‑Founder & VP\, Business Development\, Temple Lifestyle Brands\nLea Hein — Risk Management Consultant & Ripples Montreal Sustainability Lead\, EY; Board Member\, Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation (Canada)\n\nDiscover more about our speakers and panelists here\n🍸 Why Attend?\nThis Business Real Talk event is for entrepreneurs who want to grow a purpose-driven business while staying profitable and creating real impact. \nIf you’re building a values-driven company — and want it to succeed financially too — this is a must-attend conversation. \n📍 Event Details\nDate: Thursday\, February 26\, 2026 \nTime: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM \nLocation: MEM – Centre des mémoires montréalaises | 1200\, Boul. Saint-Laurent\, Montréal (Québec) H2X 2S5 \nPrice: $30  \nEnjoy refreshments provided by Thirsty Buddha Drinks and RISE Kombucha—your ticket also gives you access to delicious hors d’oeuvres and a complimentary beverage. \nGET YOUR TICKET\nPlease note: Presentation will be delivered in English. \nTo learn more about our services for entrepreneurs\, click here. \n*This low registration fee is only possible thanks to our generous funders and partners. The ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs program is made possible thanks to generous funding from the Government of Canada and the support of our program partner\, York University.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/turn-purpose-into-profit/
LOCATION:MEM – Centre des mémoires montréalaises\, 1200\, Boul. Saint-Laurent\, Montreal\, Quebec\, H2X 2S5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs,Entrepreneurship,Evening,Networking
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260303T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260303T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135049
CREATED:20260116T201005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T220547Z
UID:92435-1772539200-1772544600@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:ELLEvating Women Entrepreneurs: Smart Marketing Made Simple
DESCRIPTION:Build Your Marketing System: Grow Your Business Easily and Through Automation\nDo you want to streamline your marketing without feeling overwhelmed? During this free workshop\, you will discover how to manage communication\, automate operational workflows. You will learn to put in place a coherent marketing strategy that allows you to build relationships and not just generate clicks. \nMarketing does not need to be complicated. By learning to work more intelligently\, you can save time\, increase your visibility\, and grow your clientele without making extra effort. This workshop presents accessible tools that make all of this possible\, such as LinkedIn for networking or HubSpot for campaign organization and basic task automation. \nStreamline Your Marketing Through Tools and Automation\nIn this workshop you will learn how to create a mini marketing system adapted to your business. This includes methodical and authentic content planning\, consistent scheduling of communication\, and automation of repetitive tasks so that marketing is viable in the long term. \nThis workshop emphasizes building reciprocal relationships with your audience. You will discover methods to engage your potential clients in a meaningful way and turn them into loyal collaborators\, without exhausting yourself. \nPractical Advice for Busy Entrepreneurs\nAt the end of the workshop\, participants will be able to: \n\nUnderstand how to manage campaigns using LinkedIn and HubSpot\nAutomate operational workflows to save time\nPlan and schedule content for greater consistency\nPut in place a practical marketing system that nurtures clientele and increases visibility\n\nReserve Your Spot!\nThis workshop is ideal for very busy founders who want to implement effective and scalable marketing according to their business. Thanks to clear advice and practical strategies\, you will be ready to put in place a marketing workflow that will save you time\, expand your clientele\, and feel completely manageable. \nLearn more about our ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs program! \nThis workshop is made accessible to you at no cost\, thanks to the generous support of YSpace: York University and Innovation\, Science\, and Economic Development Canada. While not all our programs are fully funded\, we are committed to providing services either free of charge or at minimal cost. Thank you for choosing YES! \n*Please Note: Pre-registration is required. Presented in English. Available as an online\, live streaming webinar only. \nOnce you have registered\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours prior to the start time of the workshop. Please check your Spam/Junk folder if you have not received your email with instructions. 
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/ellevating-women-entrepreneurs-smart-marketing-made-simple/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs,Entrepreneurship,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260312T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260312T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135049
CREATED:20260203T214542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T220658Z
UID:92976-1773316800-1773320400@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Learn at Lunch: Rich Isn’t Just Revenue: How Business Owners can Build Real Wealth
DESCRIPTION:Build Real Wealth Beyond Business Revenue — Register Free\nLearn how entrepreneurs can turn strong income into long-term personal security. In this 1-hour\, online Learn at Lunch workshop\, you’ll see why revenue and reinvestment aren’t the same as wealth—and what to do instead. \nWhy revenue isn’t the same as wealth\nMany business owners focus on growing revenue\, scaling operations\, and reinvesting every dollar back into the business—yet still feel uncertain about long-term financial security. That’s because wealth is built through ownership\, diversification\, and a plan\, not just higher sales. This session explains how relying solely on your business can quietly increase risk and reduce your future options. \nCommon wealth-building mistakes entrepreneurs make\nYou’ll explore three common traps that can hold business owners back from building lasting personal wealth: \n\nOver-reinvesting in the business at the expense of personal assets\nUnder-diversifying income and investments (too much tied to one company)\nDelaying retirement planning because you don’t expect to “stop working”\n\nWhat you’ll learn (practical and high-level)\nThis workshop is designed to be approachable—no finance background required. You’ll gain a practical\, high-level overview of how the stock and bond markets can help entrepreneurs: \n\nBuild personal wealth beyond business income\nStrengthen financial resilience during slower seasons or unexpected changes\nCreate long-term freedom\, flexibility\, and optionality\n\nA better way to think about wealth\nInstead of waiting until the business is “done\,” this session reframes wealth as something you build alongside your business—starting now—so your future isn’t dependent on day-to-day operations. By the end\, you’ll have clearer next steps and a more confident mindset about building personal financial security beyond your company. \nWho this workshop is for\nThis workshop is for business owners who want their money working for them—now and in the future—so they can build lasting personal wealth and avoid depending on their business forever. If you’ve been reinvesting everything\, relying on your business as your retirement plan\, or looking for a straightforward way to diversify\, you’ll find this session especially valuable. \nEvent details\n\nTitle: Learn at Lunch: Rich Isn’t Just Revenue: How Business Owners Can Build Real Wealth\nDate: Thursday\, March 12\nTime: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM\nFormat: Online\, live-stream webinar (English)\nCost: Free\nSpeaker: Anjali Pradhan\, CFA | Investment Coach\n\nPre-registration is required. Take one smart step toward lasting personal wealth. \nRegister Now!\n\nAbout the speaker:\n\nAnjali is a business and money coach who helps women build lasting wealth—not just profitable businesses. She takes a holistic approach that looks at business revenue\, personal income\, and how those dollars can be transformed into long‑term financial freedom. \n\nAs a Chartered Financial Analyst and former banker\, Anjali brings institutional‑level financial expertise delivered without hype\, fear tactics\, or influencer shortcuts. \nHer work centers on one key outcome: helping women become work‑optional—creating a life where working is a choice\, not a requirement. \n\n  \n\nHow to Join: After you register\, you’ll receive an email with login instructions. If you haven’t received it an hour before the workshop\, please check your Spam/Junk folder. \nRegister Now!\n*This free workshop is only possible thanks to our generous funders and partners. \nTo learn more about our services for entrepreneurs\, click here.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/build-real-wealth-beyond-business-revenue/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs,Entrepreneurship,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260317T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260317T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135049
CREATED:20260121T210355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T204521Z
UID:92507-1773772200-1773779400@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Unapologetically Well: Take Better Care of Yourself\, While Taking Care of Your Venture
DESCRIPTION:Lead Your Venture Without Burnout: Reclaim Your Energy and Thrive as an Entrepreneur\nThis workshop teaches participants how to integrate wellness as a strategic system. Doing so ensures energy\, focus\, and creativity are aligned with the growth of their business. \nIn this session\, you’ll discover how to lead your venture without burnout by anchoring your decisions to your “Why”. We’ll also discuss managing energy effectively and creating a sustainable rhythm of work. This workshop emphasizes practical tools for self-support and decision-making\, allowing founders to build businesses that thrive in harmony with their own well-being. \nEnergy as Strategy and Purpose-Anchored Leadership\nWe’ll explore energy as a core strategy. Participants will learn simple\, sustainable habits and nervous system regulation tools to maintain focus\, protect energy\, and reduce stress. This approach allows women entrepreneurs to make clearer decisions and maintain momentum without depletion. \nThe session also covers purpose-anchored leadership\, teaching attendees to use their “Why” as a filter for decision-making. By aligning actions with core values\, participants strengthen confidence\, reduce overwhelm\, and ensure their business evolves in alignment with what matters most. \nBoundaries\, Self-Support\, and Business Design\nA central focus of this workshop is integrating boundaries and self-support into business operations. Participants learn practical frameworks for time management\, prioritization\, and consistency. By designing their business around capacity and well-being\, women can show up fully without sacrificing personal health. \nBy the end of the workshop\, attendees will leave equipped with: \n\nEnergy as Strategy – tools and habits to maintain focus and momentum without burnout\nPurpose-Anchored Leadership – decision-making strategies anchored in their “Why”\nBoundaries & Self-Support – practical rituals and frameworks to sustain themselves and their venture\nThis session empowers women founders to reclaim their schedules\, make aligned decisions\, and build ventures that thrive while maintaining personal wellness.\n\nSpeaker: Peggy Korban\, Coach\, Growth and Clarity Facilitator\, Founder\, Heal Thyself  \n\n\n\nSign Up Today!\n\n🔗 Register now and take your business to the next level! 🚀 \nAbout the speaker:\nPeggy is a wellness advocate who blends structure\, heartfelt listening\, and a commitment to real\, tangible results. With a background in teaching and training\, she brings clarity\, compassion\, and depth to every space she leads. The realm of wellness remains at the heart of her mission\, guiding her work as she supports individuals and founders in reconnecting with themselves\, strengthening their resilience\, and creating lives and businesses that thrive from the inside out \nLearn more about our ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs program!\nThis workshop is made accessible to you at no cost\, thanks to generous funding from the Government of Canada and Yspace: York University. \n*Please Note: Pre-registration is required. This workshop is presented in English (with French subtitles) and is available as an online\, live streaming webinar only. \nOnce you have registered\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours prior to the start time of the workshop. Please check your Spam/Junk folder if you have not received your email with instructions one hour prior to the start time of the workshop.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/lead-your-venture-without-burnout/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs,Entrepreneurship,Evening,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260318T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260318T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135049
CREATED:20241205T171706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T171706Z
UID:91294-1773828000-1773833400@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Registering Your Business
DESCRIPTION:  \nWondering How to Register a Business in Quebec? Join Our Free Workshop!\n  \nStarting a business in Quebec requires understanding the legal steps involved. Our free workshop will guide you through the entire process on how to register a business in Quebec. From registration to choosing the right business structure\, we provide a step-by-step guide to help you navigate the legal framework of Quebec’s business regulations. \n\nStep-by-Step Guidance on Registering Your Business\nIn this workshop\, we’ll walk you through the entire registration process with the Quebec government. You’ll learn how to legally register your startup\, fill out the necessary forms\, and understand the key requirements for a successful registration. Our goal is to provide you with the knowledge you need to take the first steps toward establishing your business with confidence. \n\nBenefits of Registering Your Business in Quebec\nRegistering your business brings numerous benefits\, including legal protection\, tax advantages\, and the ability to access government programs and funding. We’ll explain the advantages of having your business officially recognized and the essential steps to ensure you’re in full compliance with Quebec’s laws. \n\nChoosing the Right Legal Structure for Your Business\nOne of the most important decisions when starting a business is selecting the right legal structure. Our workshop covers various options\, including sole proprietorships\, partnerships\, and corporations\, to help you choose the structure that best aligns with your business goals. \n  \nSpeaker: Jessica Ling\, Legal Information Officer \n  \nThis workshop is designed for anyone interested in starting a business in Quebec\, whether you’re just starting to explore your options or you’re ready to take action. \n  \nDon’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights from an expert in the field!\n  \nRegister Now\n\n\n\nPre-registration is required. This workshop is available online. \nOnce you register for the online workshop\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log in. If you haven’t received the email an hour before the workshop starts\, please check your Spam/Junk folder. \nTo learn more about our services for entrepreneurs\, click here.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/register-a-business-in-quebec/2026-03-18/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs,Entrepreneurship,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260331T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260331T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135049
CREATED:20260116T173447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T214932Z
UID:92419-1774981800-1774989000@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:NEW! The Secret of Being Chosen - How Emotional Connection Makes You The Obvious Choice
DESCRIPTION:Grow Your Brand Through Emotional Connection — Learn How to Create Real Impact\nGrow Your Brand Through Emotional Connection — Learn how to create real impact in a fast-moving digital world where authenticity is often lost. \nWhy Emotional Connection Matters\nIn a digital world crowded with content\, accelerated by AI\, and driven by speed\, brands are producing more than ever\, yet connecting less. As creation becomes faster\, authenticity is often lost\, and many brands confuse volume and performance with real impact. \nThe result is sameness\, visual fatigue\, and emotional numbness. People are no longer choosing what is technically “better.” They are craving human presence\, real intention\, and brands that make them feel something. \nWhat You Will Learn\nThe Psychology Behind Choice and Brand Memory\nThrough real examples\, interactive reflections\, and practical exercises\, participants will learn how emotional connection drives memory\, preference\, and choice\, and why comparison only happens when connection is missing. \n\nUnderstand why 95% of purchasing decisions happen subconsciously and how emotion influences choice before logic\nLearn how to create emotional associations that make their brand memorable\nWalk away with a practical framework to apply emotional connection to brand messaging\, content\, and visual presence\n\nWho This Talk Is For\nThis talk is designed to help entrepreneurs connect more deeply with their audience and become the brand people choose with confidence — not the one they compare. \nSpeaker\nSpeaker: Fernanda Ervilha\, Brand Designer specializing in Emotional Connection & Brand Essence. \nPre-registration is required. This workshop is presented in English and available online. \nSign Up Here\nAbout the speaker\nFernanda Ervilha is a brand strategist and designer with over 17 years of experience helping entrepreneurs and purpose-driven businesses build brands that connect emotionally and stand out authentically. \nAs the founder of FDesign Mindful Branding\, Fernanda specializes in uncovering a brand’s essence and translating it into meaningful stories\, messaging\, and visual identities that people remember and choose. \nHer work sits at the intersection of branding\, human behavior\, and emotional connection\, guiding business owners to move beyond features and competition and instead build brands rooted in values\, feeling\, and human presence. \nFernanda believes that strong brands are not built by being louder or faster\, but by being felt. \nOnce you register for the online workshop\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log in. If you haven’t received the email an hour before the workshop starts\, please check your Spam/Junk folder. \nTo learn more about our services for entrepreneurs\, click here. \n*This low registration fee is only possible thanks to our generous funders and partners.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/grow-your-brand-through-emotional-connection/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs,Entrepreneurship,Evening,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260407T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260407T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135050
CREATED:20260213T210720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T150200Z
UID:93446-1775586600-1775593800@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Startup Creation\, Rewritten: Building a Defensible AI Venture
DESCRIPTION:  \nBuilding a Defensible AI Venture: How to Create Long‑Term Competitive Advantage\nCheap prototypes are easy. Defensible startups are not. \nThis session goes beyond generic MVPs to explore how AI ventures create true data moats\, architectural trust\, and long-term defensibility. You’ll learn how leading founders think about risk\, bias\, hallucination\, and liability — and how these considerations shape product and business decisions from day one. \nYou’ll Learn How To:\n\nBuild data moats that can’t be easily replicated\nDesign trust and risk management into your AI architecture\nMove from “AI-powered” to truly defensible\n\nEvent Details\nSpeakers:\nFred Rouhani (Business Advisor\, YES)\nDr. Stefania Pecore (AI Expert\, UNESCO Women4Ethical AI Program; Executive Director\, Women Techmakers Montréal)\nDr. Elham Kheradmand (CEO\, Lucid Axion) \nDate & Time: Tuesday\, April 7\, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM \nFormat: Online. This workshop is presented in English. \nCost: $20.00* \nSign Up Here\nAbout Startup Creation\, Rewritten\nStartup Creation\, Rewritten is a three‑part speaker series revealing how the next generation of impactful startups is being built in an AI‑driven world. With smaller teams moving faster and traditional advantages disappearing\, this series breaks down what actually matters now — defensibility\, specialization\, and sharp execution. \nAcross three focused sessions\, you’ll learn practical frameworks\, explore real founder case studies\, and gain decision‑ready tools you can apply immediately. If you’re building or supporting a tech‑enabled venture and want to stay relevant\, competitive\, and fundable in 2026 and beyond\, this series is your roadmap. \nAbout the speakers:\nFred Rouhani (Business Advisor\, YES)\nFred helps organizations make the AI-native leap and equips entrepreneurs with an AI-native startup mindset. His work is built on one simple belief: Technology must serve as a force multiplier for human capability. \nHe sees a world reshaping in front of our eyes with humans and machines co-creating together. \n  \nDr. Stefania Pecore (AI Expert for UNESCO’s Women4Ethical AI Program\, Women Techmakers Montréal\, Executive Director)\nStefania is a recognized leader in inclusive communication and responsible AI.  Her career began by introducing the first AI and automatic translation subject at an Italian university. After earning her master’s and Ph.D. in Computer Science\, she applied her expertise in NLP and AI across diverse industries\, from education to video games. \nShe is a driving force behind implementing Data Governance frameworks and AI ethics principles in enterprise strategies\, often guided by UNESCO recommendations. She is passionate advocate for empowering women in tech. Stefania is an ambassador for Women Techmakers\, Women in AI\, and Women in Games. She currently serves as the Executive Director for Women Techmakers Montréal. Her commitment to ethical AI culminated in her appointment as an AI Expert for UNESCO’s Women4Ethical AI program\, and her subsequent election as an Ethical AI Expert Without Borders\, where she helps implement UNESCO’s Recommendation on the Ethics of AI worldwide. \nToday\, she supports several founders through Don’t Tech Stress with a precise mission in mind: to take care of the tech burden to let founders push their creativity to the next level. \nDr. Elham Kheradmand (Lucid Axion\, CEO)\nElham is a mathematician and AI researcher dedicated to advancing AI for social good\, with a focus on sustainable finance (ESG)\, climate change\, and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG). She holds a Ph.D. in Mathematics with a full GPA and has an excellent academic record\, earning numerous prestigious scholarships and awards. She has been recognized for her contributions with distinguished honors\, including ESG AI Leader of the Year 2022 and Women in AI Award winner (AI for social good) in North America in 2025.\n\nA thought leader in AI for sustainability\, Elham actively engages in discussions on the future of AI\, ESG\, and corporate accountability. She is shaping the intersection of technology and sustainable finance. Beyond her technical expertise\, she is passionate about empowering women in their personal and professional growth. She dedicates time to volunteer initiatives supporting this mission.\nOnce registered\, you will receive an email with login instructions a few hours before the workshop starts. If you don’t see the email one hour before the start time\, please check your Spam or Junk folder. \nTo learn more about our services for entrepreneurs\, click here. \n*This low registration fee is only possible thanks to our generous funders and partners.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/building-defensible-ai-venture/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs,Entrepreneurship,Evening,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260505T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260505T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135050
CREATED:20250217T154223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T230044Z
UID:82354-1778005800-1778013000@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Essential Financial Skills to Build Confidence
DESCRIPTION:Essential Financial Skills to Build Confidence\nGain Control Over Your Business Finances 💡\nNavigating your business finances with confidence is crucial to growing your business\, and developing essential financial skills to build confidence is the first step. Understanding key financial principles helps entrepreneurs make informed decisions\, avoid costly mistakes\, and set realistic goals for success. \nJoin this interactive workshop\, led by Ronika Khanna\, CPA\, CFA\, founder of Montreal Financial\, to strengthen your financial literacy and run your business with confidence. 🌟 \nWhy Financial Confidence Matters 💰\nMany entrepreneurs struggle with financial uncertainty\, which can lead to stress and hinder growth. By improving your financial skills\, you gain:✅ Clarity on managing cash flow effectively✅ The ability to set achievable financial goals✅ Strategies to avoid common financial pitfalls \nClaim Your Spot Now!\n  \nWhat You’ll Learn 📖\n1. Improve Cash Flow Management 💵\nDiscover why cash flow is the lifeblood of your business and how to keep it healthy. \n2. Set Realistic Financial Goals 🎯\nLearn how to create clear\, achievable financial targets that support long-term growth. \n3. Avoid Costly Financial Mistakes ⚠️\nIdentify common financial missteps and how to prevent them to keep your business thriving. \nTake Action Today! 🚀\nWalk away with actionable insights\, practical tools\, and the confidence to make smarter financial decisions. Secure your spot today and start building a solid foundation for success! 🌱 \nRegister Today!\n\n\nAbout the speaker:\nRonika Khanna CPA\, CFA\nFounder of Montreal Financial \nRonika Khanna is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) and Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)\, and the founder of Montreal Financial. With previous roles at PricewaterhouseCoopers and ING Risk Management Limited\, Ronika launched her firm to provide accounting\, tax\, and financial consulting services primarily for small businesses\, startups\, freelancers\, and the self-employed. Her approach is focused on simplifying financial complexities\, enhancing financial literacy\, and empowering business owners with the knowledge to manage their finances confidently. An author of several small business books\, Ronika also regularly contributes expert advice to various media outlets who are looking for guidance about small business and personal finance.  \n  \nLearn more about our ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs program! \nThis workshop is made accessible to you at no cost\, thanks to generous funding from the Government of Canada and Yspace: York University. \n*Please Note: Pre-registration is required. This workshop is presented in English (with French subtitles) and is available as an online\, live streaming webinar only. \nOnce you have registered\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours prior to the start time of the workshop. Please check your Spam/Junk folder if you have not received your email with instructions one hour prior to the start time of the workshop.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/essential-financial-skills-to-build-confidence/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs,Entrepreneurship,Evening,Virtual,Women Entrepreneurship
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260512T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260512T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135050
CREATED:20260312T145640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T200940Z
UID:94258-1778610600-1778617800@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Securing Funds for Your Purpose-Driven Startup
DESCRIPTION:Learn How to Fund Your Purpose-Driven Startup and Scale Your Impact\nLearn how to fund your purpose-driven startup and scale your impact through practical insights and tools. Raising capital for a purpose-driven venture requires strategy\, clarity\, and understanding what funders look for. In this workshop\, participants will learn how to get funding for your purpose-driven startup and scale with impact through practical\, real-world examples and actionable strategies. \nLed by Faduma Gure\nLed by Faduma Gure\, Maternal Health Researcher and Founder of LISS Technologies\, the session shares the story behind securing $195\,000 from the Fund for Innovation and Transformation (FIT) to pilot a breastfeeding initiative in Somalia. Participants will learn the steps\, mindset\, and strategies Faduma used to validate her innovation\, navigate impact-focused funders\, and refine her product using data-driven insights. \nPositioning Your Purpose-Driven Venture for Funding\nThe workshop teaches participants how to clearly articulate the impact of their innovation and present it in a way that attracts investors\, grants\, or pilot opportunities. By understanding funders’ priorities and expectations\, founders can position their venture to demonstrate measurable outcomes\, scalability\, and relevance in their sector. \nAttendees will explore strategies for approaching grants\, investors\, and pilot programs while keeping their mission at the center of all communications. These tools empower entrepreneurs to confidently approach funding opportunities without compromising their values or vision. \nValidate\, Test\, and Scale With Confidence\nA key takeaway of the session is learning how to validate innovations through real-world testing and data. Participants will gain insights into designing pilots\, collecting meaningful data\, and using it to strengthen their case for funding. \nBy the end of the workshop\, attendees will have:\n\nA clear understanding of how to position a purpose-driven product for funding\nPractical strategies for approaching grants\, pilots\, and impact-focused investors\nInsights into validating innovations through real-world testing and data\n\nWho Should Attend?\nThis session is ideal for entrepreneurs in health\, social impact\, or any purpose-driven sector who want to attract funding and scale their ventures successfully. \nSpeaker\nSpeaker: Faduma Gure\, Maternal Health Researcher and Founder of LISS Technologies \nRegister Today!\n\n\nAbout the speaker:\nFaduma Gure | Maternal Health Researcher and Founder of LISS Technologies\nFaduma Gure is a maternal health researcher and the founder of LISS Technologies\, a Canadian-based startup looking to support breastfeeding moms and newborns globally through innovative and accessible technological solutions.   \n After developing the world’s first solar-powered breast pump\, Faduma secured $195\,000 from FIT (the Fund for Innovation and Transformation) to test this innovation in Somalia. With this funding\, Faduma was able to pilot her innovation and provide breast pumps to mothers and ensure their newborns had access to breast milk. This FIT-supported initiative proved successful\, and Faduma has since gone on to revise the devices and integrate a data-driven component to ensure mothers and their newborns are better supported in their breastfeeding journeys.  \nLearn more about our ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs program! \nThis workshop is made accessible to you at no cost\, thanks to generous funding from the Government of Canada and Yspace: York University. \n*Please Note: Pre-registration is required. This workshop is presented in English (with French subtitles) and is available as an online\, live streaming webinar only. \nOnce you have registered\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours prior to the start time of the workshop. Please check your Spam/Junk folder if you have not received your email with instructions one hour prior to the start time of the workshop.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/fund-your-purpose-driven-startup-and-scale-your-impact/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs,Entrepreneurship,Evening,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260526T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260526T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135050
CREATED:20260312T190929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T195321Z
UID:94270-1779820200-1779827400@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Navigating Hard Conversations in Early Stage Startups
DESCRIPTION:Learn How to Handle Tough Startup Conversations With Legal Confidence\nFounders often spend months perfecting their product but less time on the crucial conversations and agreements that sustain a healthy team. In this workshop\, participants will learn to handle tough startup conversations with confidence and legal clarity\, gaining practical strategies to discuss roles\, responsibilities\, compensation\, time commitments\, and equity with partners and investors. \nLed by Niousha Riahi\nLed by Niousha Riahi\, Business and Litigation Lawyer and Startup Governance Specialist in Montréal\, this session is designed for early-stage entrepreneurs seeking to strengthen communication and governance practices. Drawing from her extensive experience advising startups on contracts\, partnership structures\, and conflict prevention\, Niousha provides actionable tools to avoid misunderstandings\, define boundaries\, and protect ventures legally. \nSet Boundaries and Prevent Conflict Early\nThe workshop emphasizes proactive conversations to ensure clarity and alignment within the team. Participants will explore methods to establish clear roles\, document expectations\, and address sensitive topics before they escalate. Learning to handle tough startup conversations with confidence and legal clarity helps founders prevent costly disputes and build a foundation of trust among co-founders and contributors. \nYou’ll learn what needs to be discussed\, what should be documented\, and how to approach sensitive topics while preserving relationships and ownership rights. \nCompensation\, Equity\, and Legal Guidance\nA major focus of the session is understanding compensation\, equity distribution\, and legal formalization. Attendees will receive guidance on structuring agreements that protect both the founders and early contributors while aligning incentives for growth. Practical tools include frameworks for initiating difficult conversations\, legal best practices\, and innovative solutions to maintain business ownership and attract committed partners. \nBy the end of the workshop\, participants will walk away with:\n\nA law-informed framework for initiating hard conversations with co-founders and investors\nPractical tools for setting boundaries\, documenting expectations\, and preventing conflict\nGuidance on compensation\, equity\, and roles with legal insights to protect ownership\n\nThis session equips early-stage founders to communicate effectively\, formalize agreements appropriately\, and foster a healthy startup culture. \nSpeaker\nSpeaker: Niousha Rahi\, Business and Litigation Lawyer & Startup Governance Specialist \nRegister Today!\n\n\nAbout the speaker:\nNiousha Rahi\, Business and Litigation Lawyer & Startup Governance Specialist\nNiousha Riahi is a business and litigation lawyer in Montréal specializing in startup governance\, commercial agreements\, and conflict prevention. She supports founders in building strong legal foundations that foster trust\, protect relationships\, and safeguard long-term growth. Niousha has a decade of experience spanning government roles and private-sector practice. She has represented both emerging startups and multinational corporations in national and multijurisdictional matters.  \nAs the founder of Riahi Legal\, Niousha leads a boutique law firm recognized for excellence in civil and commercial litigation. Since 2024\, the firm has been named by ThreeBestRated.ca as one of Montréal’s top three civil litigation law firms. It has been ranked among TrustAnalytica’s Top 10 Reliable Small Business Lawyers. More recently\, Riahi Legal has also been listed among Montréal’s top five family law firms.  \nBeyond her practice\, Niousha contributes regularly to legal workshops and public-facing publications aimed at entrepreneurs and the wider community. She also serves on the board of non-profit organizations\, reflecting her deep commitment to community engagement and accessible legal education.  \nLearn more about our ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs program! \nThis workshop is made accessible to you at no cost\, thanks to generous funding from the Government of Canada and Yspace: York University. \n*Please Note: Pre-registration is required. This workshop is presented in English (with French subtitles) and is available as an online\, live streaming webinar only. \nOnce you have registered\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours prior to the start time of the workshop. Please check your Spam/Junk folder if you have not received your email with instructions one hour prior to the start time of the workshop.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/learn-how-to-handle-tough-startup-conversations-with-legal-confidence/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs,Entrepreneurship,Evening,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260602T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260602T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135050
CREATED:20260204T215149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T221200Z
UID:93018-1780425000-1780432200@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:From Lead to Close: Real Sales Skills That Deliver
DESCRIPTION:Unlock the sales skills that drive real business growth\nSales don’t have to feel pushy or intimidating. In this online workshop\, you’ll discover practical\, step-by-step techniques to confidently move from generating leads to closing deals. Whether you’re just starting out or want to strengthen your approach\, you’ll gain the tools you need to sell with authenticity and ease. Plus\, you’ll learn how to build trust at every stage of the process.  \nWhat you’ll learn\n\nHow to turn leads into loyal clients\nProven strategies to build trust and credibility\nClosing techniques that feel natural and effective\n\nWhy join this workshop?\nAs an entrepreneur\, having strong sales skills can unlock new growth and opportunities. Additionally\, this workshop will boost your confidence\, refine your pitch\, and help you approach sales in a way that works for you. By participating\, you will see how small changes can create big results.  \nReserve your spot today!\nDon’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your sales skills and take your business to the next level. Register now to secure your place! By the end of the session\, you will walk away ready to turn conversations into clients. \nSecure Your Spot!\n\n🔗 Register now and take your business to the next level! 🚀 \nAbout the speaker:\nChris Ramoutar\, Regional Lead – The Americas\, Alphanumeric Systems \nChris brings 20 years of work experience\, the majority in sales and people management. Holder of an MBA from Concordia University\, he has experience working in a range of industries thanks to years in the Contact Centre world. During his workshop\, expect to hear examples from Travel and Hospitality\, Telecommunications\, Start-ups\, Technology and now Pharmaceuticals as he draws from his most recent move into this space with Alphanumeric Systems. \n*Please Note: Pre-registration is required. This workshop is presented in English and is available as an online\, live streaming webinar only. \nOnce you have registered\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours prior to the start time of the workshop. Please check your Spam/Junk folder if you have not received your email with instructions one hour prior to the start time of the workshop.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/turn-leads-into-clients/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs,Entrepreneurship,Evening,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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