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SUMMARY:Business Bootcamp: Kickstart Your Entrepreneurial Journey
DESCRIPTION:Free* \nWant to launch your business AND get a chance to win 500$?  \nThis dynamic\, free* 4-part series will supercharge your entrepreneurial dreams! Led by experienced business coaches\, you’ll receive guidance in refining your business concept and validating your business idea. At the core of our program is the Business Model Canvas: a visual tool that will help build the foundation of your business. You’ll learn how to outline key opportunities\, identify activities and strategies\, and understand initial financial projections for your business.   \nHere’s the kicker! In the last session of the bootcamp\, you’ll have the opportunity to pitch your idea and compete for a chance to win $500\, generously provided by Desjardins Centre-ville. Note\, to be eligible to win the $500\, participants need to attend at least 3 out of 4 sessions and the pitch is mandatory. \nDon’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to fuel your entrepreneurial journey.  \nAre you considering the launch of a business\, whether product or service-based? Are you eager to ensure that you possess the essential components necessary for developing your business before taking the plunge? Do you want to solidify your ideas within a structured and guided learning environment?  \nIn this series\, you’ll gain insights into what a business model is and discover strategies to stand out in a competitive landscape. You’ll learn effective methods to test your ideas\, create a visual map of your business\, and communicate its unique value proposition.   \nWhether you’re eager to create your own products through research\, development\, and manufacturing or offer a range of quality services\, this workshop series will help you formulate a strategy to success!  \nDates:  \nBootcamp\, Series 7\, Thursdays\, Aug 1\, 8\, 15\, & 22\, 2024\, 1:00 – 3:30 PM  \nEmail us to register yourself for the next session. Please note\, participants must have an active file* at YES to register and must complete the session in consecutive order. If you are unable to attend one week then you must wait until the next session to complete the course. \n*Join our entrepreneurship or artist program for just $30 annually and unlock a wealth of benefits\, including free one-on-one coaching\, business bootcamps\, legal resources\, and accounting clinics – all available to you for a full year!. \n 
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/business-bootcamp-kickstart-your-entrepreneurial-journey/2024-07-04/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Entrepreneurship,Virtual,Women Entrepreneurship
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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SUMMARY:Legal Information Clinic for Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:Free*  \nAre legal information questions keeping you up at night? Take advantage of our free\, weekly legal information clinics for entrepreneurs.  \nThe last thing you will want to encounter is legal issues\, so it makes sense to understand your legal risks and options. Our Legal Information Officer is available to provide information and answer questions related to business issues such as business structures\, contract law\, taxation\, and intellectual property.  \nPlease note that the Legal Information Officer can only provide general information and cannot provide anything that constitutes legal advice.  \nSpeaker: Fatou Tounkara\, Legal Information Officer  \nTo register\, please email servicescoordinator@yesmontreal.ca. Please Note: A YES Business Coach referral is required. \n*Legal Information Clinics must be pre-booked. \n*For an annual entrepreneurship fee of $30\, you’ll have access to specialized online services including coaching\, Business Bootcamp\, legal information & accounting clinics.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/legal-information-clinic-for-entrepreneurs-3/2024-07-08/
LOCATION:YES Employment + Entrepreneurship\, 666 Sherbrooke Street West 7th Floor\, Montreal\, Quebec\, H3A 1E7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Entrepreneurship,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240708T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150206
CREATED:20230808T200555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240419T184047Z
UID:72198-1720432800-1720438200@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Registering Your Business (Online Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:Wondering how to register a business in Quebec? Find out in this free workshop. \nWe will show you step-by-step how to register your business with the Quebec government\, providing a legal framework to help you through the process. You will also learn about the benefits of registering your startup\, and the different legal structures so you can decide which one is right for your business.   \nSpeaker: Fatou Tounkara | Legal Information Officer  \nPre-registration is required. Available as an online\, live-streaming webinar. \nRegister Now\n\nOnce you have registered for the online workshop\, 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 1 hour prior to the start time of the workshop.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/registering-your-business-7/2024-07-08/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Entrepreneurship,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240710T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240710T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150206
CREATED:20231211T212655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T164110Z
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SUMMARY:NEW! Maximize Your Revenue Potential (Online Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:Are you aware of 26 revenue models?  \nImmerse yourself in an exclusive workshop tailored for entrepreneurs and small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) seeking to expand their revenue horizons. Once inside\, you’ll gain in-depth insights into 26 different revenue models\, arming yourself with strategic knowledge to strengthen the financial foundations of your business. \nThis workshop is designed to demystify these diverse revenue models\, empowering you with the knowledge and strategic prowess needed to make informed decisions and jump-start your business\, while strengthening its financial core. \nFrom subscription-based structures to affiliate marketing\, contract manufacturing methodologies and beyond\, this workshop serves as a blueprint for creating and optimizing revenue streams. \nYour journey towards maximizing your revenue starts right here. \nPlease Note: This workshop is available as an online\, live-streaming webinar. \nPre-registration is required. \nMaximize your revenue\, and maximize your success! Register for this workshop and equip yourself with the tools you need to make informed decisions and jump-start your business! \nSign Up Here\n\nOnce you have registered for the online workshop\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours before the start time of the workshop. Please check your Spam/Junk folder if you have not received your email with instructions 1 hour before the start time of the workshop.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/new-maximize-your-revenue-potential-online-workshop/2024-07-10/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Entrepreneurship,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240710T210000
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SUMMARY:ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs Pre-Accelerator Demo Day Pitch Competition
DESCRIPTION:🌟 We are proud to announce this year’s Demo Day\, where 10 Quebec-based women entrepreneurs from our 2024 cohort will present their businesses to the entrepreneurial ecosystem and pitch for over $20\,000 in awards. 🏆 \n🎉 Join us for a lively evening of networking and celebration as these 10 incredible trailblazers showcase their unwavering passion for uplifting and supporting various communities through their innovative products and services. We’re thrilled to share with you what they’ve been working on and how much they’ve grown! \nDemo Day is the culmination of our intensive 12-week ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs Pre-Accelerator program where these women-led startups have been immersing themselves in Quebec’s entrepreneurial ecosystem through targeted weekly workshops\, personalized one-on-one business coaching sessions\, and fireside chats with experts. \nPrepare to cheer on this year’s dedicated cohort: \n\nAlessia Priolo (Dreamstate Agency)\nBangs Carey-Campbell (Studio Bangs)\nJheanelle Bedasse (Maison Cocktail Inc.)\nJordanne Erichsen (Express Voice Studio)\nDeepti Obli (Le Pleat)\nMaori Murciano (Gemmez Academy of Excellence)\nMarlene Bambonye (Le Bon Bac)\nPenny Wendy Jean-Louis (Savvy Prosperity)\nShahed Abotouk (Montreal Crochet Club)\nStephanie Durant (FinishCraft)\n\nThis is the perfect opportunity to discover Quebec’s emerging startups\, connect with key players in the entrepreneurial landscape\, and cheer on 10 incredibly innovative and hardworking entrepreneurs. This highly-anticipated event is one you don’t want to miss! \nRegister today!\nEvent Details: \n\nWhen: Wednesday\, July 10 from 5:30PM to 9:00PM\n\n\nWhere: Montréal CoWork – 4388 R. Saint-Denis #200\, Montréal\, QC H2J 2L1\n\n\nTransport: Metro Mont-Royal\nDoors open at 5:30 PM and the event begins at 6:00PM sharp. Kindly arrive on time so as to not disturb the cohort as they pitch their businesses.\n\n  \nEvent Agenda: \n\n5:30 PM: Doors open & Networking\n6:00 PM: The event begins\n6:15 PM: Pitches begin\n7:05 PM: Refreshment break\n7:30 PM: Pitches continue\n8:05 PM: Q&A with Debbie Hynes\n8:15 PM: Presentation of the ELLEvate 2024 Pre-Accelerator Awards\n8:20 PM: Networking continues\n9:00 PM: End of event\n\n  \nThe ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs Pre-Accelerator\, in partnership with York University\, is made possible thanks to generous funding from the Government of Canada and the support of community partners like the John Dobson Foundation\, Avens\, and Montreal Financial. We are also incredibly grateful for the contributions of our program and media partners\, and the volunteer advisors and speakers from the entrepreneurial ecosystem. \n***************************************************** \n🌟 Nous sommes fiers d’annoncer le Demo Day de cette année\, où 10 entrepreneures basées au Québec de notre cohorte 2024 présenteront leurs entreprises à l’écosystème entrepreneurial et concourront pour plus de 20 000 $ en récompenses. 🏆 \nLe Demo Day est l’aboutissement de notre programme intensif de pré-accélérateur ELLEvate pour femmes entrepreneures de 12 semaines\, au cours duquel ces startups dirigées par des femmes se sont immergées dans l’écosystème entrepreneurial québécois grâce à des ateliers hebdomadaires ciblés\, des séances de coaching personnalisées et des discussions informelles avec des experts. \n🎉 Rejoignez-nous pour une soirée de réseautage et de célébration où ces 10 pionniers incroyables montreront leur passion inébranlable pour élever et soutenir diverses communautés grâce à leurs produits et services innovants. Nous sommes ravis de partager avec vous leurs projets et leurs progrès ! \nPréparez-vous à encourager la cohorte dévouée de cette année : \n\nAlessia Priolo (Dreamstate Agency)\nBangs Carey-Campbell (Studio Bangs)\nJheanelle Bedasse (Maison Cocktail Inc.)\nJordanne Erichsen (Express Voice Studio)\nDeepti Obli (Le Pleat)\nMaori Murciano (Gemmez Academy of Excellence)\nMarlene Bambonye (Le Bon Bac)\nPenny Wendy Jean-Louis (Savvy Prosperity)\nShahed Abotouk (Montreal Crochet Club)\nStephanie Durant (FinishCraft)\n\nVoici l’occasion parfaite de découvrir les startups émergentes du Québec\, de se connecter avec les acteurs clés du paysage entrepreneurial et d’encourager 10 entrepreneurs incroyablement innovants et travailleurs. Cet événement très attendu est à ne pas manquer! \nInscrivez-vous dès aujourd’hui !\nDétails de l’événement : \n\nQuand : Mercredi 10 juillet de 17h30 à 21h00\n\n\nOù : Montréal CoWork – 4388 R. Saint-Denis #200\, Montréal\, QC H2J 2L1\n\n\nTransport : Métro Mont-Royal\n\n\nLes portes ouvrent à 17h30 et l’événement commence à 18h00 précises. Veuillez arriver à l’heure pour ne pas déranger la cohorte lors de leurs présentations.\n\n  \nAgenda de l’événement : \n\n17h30 : Ouverture des portes & Réseautage\n\n\n18h00 : Début de l’événement\n\n\n18h15 : Début des présentations\n\n\n19h05 : Pause rafraîchissements\n\n\n19h30 : Reprise des présentations\n\n\n20h05 : Questions-réponses avec Debbie Hynes\n\n\n20h15 : Présentation des prix du pré-accélérateur ELLEvate 2024\n\n\n20h20 : Poursuite du réseautage\n\n\n21h00 : Fin de l’événement\n\n  \nLe pré-accélérateur ELLEvate pour femmes entrepreneures\, en partenariat avec l’Université York\, est rendu possible grâce au généreux financement du gouvernement du Canada et au soutien de partenaires communautaires tels que la Fondation John Dobson\, Avens et Montreal Financial. Nous sommes également extrêmement reconnaissants des contributions de nos partenaires de programme et médias\, ainsi que des conseillers bénévoles et des intervenants de l’écosystème entrepreneurial.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/ellevate-women-entrepreneurs-pre-accelerator-demo-day-pitch-competition/
LOCATION:Montreal CoWork\, 4388 Rue Saint-Denis #200\, Montreal\, Quebec\, H2J 2L1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs,Entrepreneurship,Evening,Networking,Women Entrepreneurship
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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CREATED:20231128T170133Z
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UID:72214-1721034000-1721062800@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Legal Information Clinic for Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:Free*  \nAre legal information questions keeping you up at night? Take advantage of our free\, weekly legal information clinics for entrepreneurs.  \nThe last thing you will want to encounter is legal issues\, so it makes sense to understand your legal risks and options. Our Legal Information Officer is available to provide information and answer questions related to business issues such as business structures\, contract law\, taxation\, and intellectual property.  \nPlease note that the Legal Information Officer can only provide general information and cannot provide anything that constitutes legal advice.  \nSpeaker: Fatou Tounkara\, Legal Information Officer  \nTo register\, please email servicescoordinator@yesmontreal.ca. Please Note: A YES Business Coach referral is required. \n*Legal Information Clinics must be pre-booked. \n*For an annual entrepreneurship fee of $30\, you’ll have access to specialized online services including coaching\, Business Bootcamp\, legal information & accounting clinics.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/legal-information-clinic-for-entrepreneurs-3/2024-07-15/
LOCATION:YES Employment + Entrepreneurship\, 666 Sherbrooke Street West 7th Floor\, Montreal\, Quebec\, H3A 1E7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Entrepreneurship,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240717T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240717T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150206
CREATED:20231212T142209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T194218Z
UID:72105-1721224800-1721230200@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:NEW! Financing Options for Your Business (Online Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:Calling all entrepreneurs with big dreams and bold ideas!   \nYou have a fantastic business concept\, yet you might be unsure about where and how to get the necessary funding to jump-start your business. \nGain invaluable insights into creating investment-worthy proposals\, discover the right funding channels for your business\, and unravel the mysteries of what investors are really looking for. Join us on this funding journey and turn your vision into a reality! \nYour quest to securing funding for your business starts right here. \nPlease Note: This workshop is available as an online\, live-streaming webinar. \nPre-registration is required. \nAccelerate your business growth – Register Today! \nReserve Your Spot\n\nOnce you have registered for the online workshop\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours before the start time of the workshop. Please check your Spam/Junk folder if you have not received your email with instructions 1 hour before the start time of the workshop.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/new-financing-options-for-your-business-online-workshop/2024-07-17/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Entrepreneurship,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240719T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240719T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150206
CREATED:20240430T201304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T201609Z
UID:72439-1721390400-1721394000@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Learn@Lunch: Finding Business Opportunities with the Government
DESCRIPTION:Are you a business owner looking for opportunities to sell your goods and services to the federal government?\nSign Me Up!\n\nThis free workshop provides key information that helps participants find business opportunities and discusses the procurement tools used by Government of Canada buyers. It will provide an overview of federal procurement websites and includes a demonstration of CanadaBuys\, the government’s electronic tendering service.  \nSpeaker: Véronique Fortin | Procurement Specialist\, Procurement Assistance Canada \nAbout the speaker:\nVéronique Fortin is a Procurement Specialist at Procurement Assistance Canada in the Quebec region since November 2022. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Business administration with a major in Human Resource Management from Concordia University. \nBefore joining Public Services and Procurement Canada\, Véronique worked for about 10 years at the Correctional Service of Canada\, including 4 years in procurement. \n\n\n\n\n\nPre-registration is required. Available as an online\, live-streaming webinar. \nRegister Now!\nOnce you have registered\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours before the workshop. Please check your Spam/Junk folder if you have not received your email with instructions 1 hour prior to the start time of the workshop. \n*This free workshop is only possible thanks to our generous funders and partners. \n 
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/learnlunch-finding-business-opportunities-with-the-government/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Entrepreneurship,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240722T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240722T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150206
CREATED:20231128T170133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T145726Z
UID:72215-1721638800-1721667600@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Legal Information Clinic for Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:Free*  \nAre legal information questions keeping you up at night? Take advantage of our free\, weekly legal information clinics for entrepreneurs.  \nThe last thing you will want to encounter is legal issues\, so it makes sense to understand your legal risks and options. Our Legal Information Officer is available to provide information and answer questions related to business issues such as business structures\, contract law\, taxation\, and intellectual property.  \nPlease note that the Legal Information Officer can only provide general information and cannot provide anything that constitutes legal advice.  \nSpeaker: Fatou Tounkara\, Legal Information Officer  \nTo register\, please email servicescoordinator@yesmontreal.ca. Please Note: A YES Business Coach referral is required. \n*Legal Information Clinics must be pre-booked. \n*For an annual entrepreneurship fee of $30\, you’ll have access to specialized online services including coaching\, Business Bootcamp\, legal information & accounting clinics.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/legal-information-clinic-for-entrepreneurs-3/2024-07-22/
LOCATION:YES Employment + Entrepreneurship\, 666 Sherbrooke Street West 7th Floor\, Montreal\, Quebec\, H3A 1E7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Entrepreneurship,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240722T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240722T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150206
CREATED:20230808T200555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240419T184050Z
UID:72199-1721642400-1721647800@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Registering Your Business (Online Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:Wondering how to register a business in Quebec? Find out in this free workshop. \nWe will show you step-by-step how to register your business with the Quebec government\, providing a legal framework to help you through the process. You will also learn about the benefits of registering your startup\, and the different legal structures so you can decide which one is right for your business.   \nSpeaker: Fatou Tounkara | Legal Information Officer  \nPre-registration is required. Available as an online\, live-streaming webinar. \nRegister Now\n\nOnce you have registered for the online workshop\, 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 1 hour prior to the start time of the workshop.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/registering-your-business-7/2024-07-22/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Entrepreneurship,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240724T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240724T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150206
CREATED:20231211T151330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T155214Z
UID:72091-1721829600-1721835000@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:NEW! 9 Action Steps to Building a Successful Business (Online Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:You’ve got a great business idea\, but is that enough? What’s the next crucial step? \nJoin us for an interactive workshop that will help you answer all the tough questions about how you can jump-start your business the right way. Save both time and your precious budget by strategically planning and building your blueprint for success. \nIn this interactive session\, we’ll guide you through all the necessary steps that entrepreneurs need to focus on before launching their business operations. \nJoin us as we build your start-up framework and cover critical topics such as ideation\, market research\, customer interviews\, prototyping\, and competitor analysis. Give yourself and your business the greatest chance of success and stand out from all the competition. \nYour journey to entrepreneurial success starts right here.  \nPlease Note: This workshop is available as an online\, live-streaming webinar. \nPre-registration is required. \nUnlock your potential today! Register now for exclusive insights and strategies to fuel your success! \nReserve Your Spot\n\nOnce you have registered\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours before the start time of the workshop. Please check your Spam/Junk folder if you have not received your email with instructions one hour before the start time of the workshop. \nClients wishing to obtain entrepreneurship services are encouraged to first attend this free workshop.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/new-9-actionable-steps-to-building-a-successful-business/2024-07-24/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Entrepreneurship,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240726T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240726T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150206
CREATED:20230816T205155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230816T205155Z
UID:69478-1721998800-1722006000@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:ELLEvating Women Entrepreneurs (Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:Please Note: Those wishing to obtain business coaching services are encouraged to attend this free workshop first. \nAre you ready to join a supportive and inspiring community of women who will empower and ELLEvate you throughout your entrepreneurial journey? \nWe’re thrilled to offer you the space to connect with like-minded women and explore the valuable resources and tools we provide specifically for women in business. \nJoin us for a FREE online workshop where we will delve deep into various topics including: \n\n🤝 Effectively enhancing your leadership skills\n🕑 Improving your time management skills\n⚖️ Exploring strategies to balance work and family life\n💵 Seeking financing options for your small business\, and much more!\n\nDon’t miss out on this informative and interactive online workshop\, which will serve as your gateway into our entrepreneurial community. Learn alongside other women and take your business to new heights! \nAs a bonus\, all ELLEvating Women Entrepreneurs Workshops include a 30-minute networking session from 2:30 PM-3:00 PM\, allowing you to connect with fellow participants. \nRegister Now!\n\n Once 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.\n\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\n\n*******************************\n\nVeuillez noter que la participation à cet atelier en ligne gratuit est fortement encouragée pour ceux qui sont intéressés par l’obtention de services de coaching en affaires.  \nÊtes-vous prêt à rejoindre une communauté de femmes solidaires et inspirantes qui vous habiliteront et vous élèveront tout au long de votre parcours entrepreneurial?  \nNous sommes ravis de vous offrir l’espace pour vous connecter avec des femmes aux idées similaires et explorer les ressources et les outils précieux que nous proposons spécifiquement aux femmes dans les affaires. \nRejoignez-nous pour un atelier en ligne GRATUIT où nous plongerons en profondeur dans divers sujets\, notamment: \n\n🤝 Améliorer efficacement vos compétences en leadership\n🕑 Améliorer vos compétences en gestion du temps\n⚖️ Explorer des stratégies pour équilibrer travail et vie de famille\n💵 Rechercher des options de financement pour votre petite entreprise et bien plus encore !\n\nNe manquez pas cet atelier en ligne informatif et interactif\, qui vous servira de porte d’entrée dans notre communauté entrepreneuriale. Apprenez aux côtés d’autres femmes et propulsez votre entreprise vers de nouveaux sommets ! \nEn bonus\, tous les ateliers ELLEvating Women Entrepreneurs comprennent une session de réseautage de 30 minutes de 14h30 à 15h00\, vous permettant de vous connecter avec les autres participants. \nInscrivez-vous maintenant!\nUne fois que vous vous serez inscrit\, vous recevrez un courriel avec des instructions sur la façon de vous connecter quelques heures avant le début de l’atelier. Veuillez vérifier votre dossier Spam/Courrier indésirable si vous n’avez pas reçu votre courriel avec les instructions une heure avant l’heure de début de l’atelier.  \nNous sommes en mesure d’offrir cet atelier sélect gratuitement grâce au généreux soutien de YSpace : York University et d’Innovation\, Sciences et Développement économique Canada. Tous nos programmes ne sont pas entièrement financés\, mais nous nous efforçons continuellement d’offrir nos services gratuitement ou à un coût minimal. Merci d’avoir choisi YES! \nCet atelier sera animé en anglais\, mais inclura des sous-titres en français. 
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/ellevating-women-entrepreneurs-workshop-2/2024-07-26/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs,Entrepreneurship,Networking,Virtual,Women Entrepreneurship
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240729T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240729T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150207
CREATED:20231128T170133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T150031Z
UID:72216-1722243600-1722272400@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Legal Information Clinic for Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:Free*  \nAre legal information questions keeping you up at night? Take advantage of our free\, weekly legal information clinics for entrepreneurs.  \nThe last thing you will want to encounter is legal issues\, so it makes sense to understand your legal risks and options. Our Legal Information Officer is available to provide information and answer questions related to business issues such as business structures\, contract law\, taxation\, and intellectual property.  \nPlease note that the Legal Information Officer can only provide general information and cannot provide anything that constitutes legal advice.  \nSpeaker: Fatou Tounkara\, Legal Information Officer  \nTo register\, please email servicescoordinator@yesmontreal.ca. Please Note: A YES Business Coach referral is required. \n*Legal Information Clinics must be pre-booked. \n*For an annual entrepreneurship fee of $30\, you’ll have access to specialized online services including coaching\, Business Bootcamp\, legal information & accounting clinics.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/legal-information-clinic-for-entrepreneurs-3/2024-07-29/
LOCATION:YES Employment + Entrepreneurship\, 666 Sherbrooke Street West 7th Floor\, Montreal\, Quebec\, H3A 1E7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Entrepreneurship,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240731T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240731T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150207
CREATED:20231211T173514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T161918Z
UID:72099-1722434400-1722439800@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:NEW! Idea Generator: Kickstart Your Business Journey (Online Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to our session based on the 4 golden rules of ideation. This two-hour workshop is your guide through a simple yet powerful ideation process. But what exactly is ideation and how does it apply to entrepreneurs?  \nIt all begins with identifying a problem that’s worth solving\, focusing on pivotal areas that demand your creative focus\, and then engaging in hybrid brainstorming that fosters a cascade of potential solutions. Finally\, we’ll guide you through the process of building actionable plans to transition these solutions into real-world offerings. \nThis workshop is uniquely designed for startups and aspiring entrepreneurs who are ready to dive into the world of innovative problem-solving. Participate in a dynamic\, interactive setting\, and leave with a clear vision to jump start your business venture. \nYour pathway to creating impactful products and services starts right here. \nPlease Note: This workshop is available as an online\, live-streaming webinar. \nPre-registration is required. \nReady to launch your business to new heights? Reserve your seat now and transform your ideas into reality! \nReserve Your Spot\n\nOnce you have registered\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours before the start time of the workshop. Please check your Spam/Junk folder if you have not received your email with instructions one hour before the start time of the workshop.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/new-idea-generator-kickstart-your-business-journey-online-workshop/2024-07-31/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Entrepreneurship,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240801T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240801T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150207
CREATED:20231212T212405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T211045Z
UID:70808-1722517200-1722526200@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Business Bootcamp: Kickstart Your Entrepreneurial Journey
DESCRIPTION:Free* \nWant to launch your business AND get a chance to win 500$?  \nThis dynamic\, free* 4-part series will supercharge your entrepreneurial dreams! Led by experienced business coaches\, you’ll receive guidance in refining your business concept and validating your business idea. At the core of our program is the Business Model Canvas: a visual tool that will help build the foundation of your business. You’ll learn how to outline key opportunities\, identify activities and strategies\, and understand initial financial projections for your business.   \nHere’s the kicker! In the last session of the bootcamp\, you’ll have the opportunity to pitch your idea and compete for a chance to win $500\, generously provided by Desjardins Centre-ville. Note\, to be eligible to win the $500\, participants need to attend at least 3 out of 4 sessions and the pitch is mandatory. \nDon’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to fuel your entrepreneurial journey.  \nAre you considering the launch of a business\, whether product or service-based? Are you eager to ensure that you possess the essential components necessary for developing your business before taking the plunge? Do you want to solidify your ideas within a structured and guided learning environment?  \nIn this series\, you’ll gain insights into what a business model is and discover strategies to stand out in a competitive landscape. You’ll learn effective methods to test your ideas\, create a visual map of your business\, and communicate its unique value proposition.   \nWhether you’re eager to create your own products through research\, development\, and manufacturing or offer a range of quality services\, this workshop series will help you formulate a strategy to success!  \nDates:  \nBootcamp\, Series 7\, Thursdays\, Aug 1\, 8\, 15\, & 22\, 2024\, 1:00 – 3:30 PM  \nEmail us to register yourself for the next session. Please note\, participants must have an active file* at YES to register and must complete the session in consecutive order. If you are unable to attend one week then you must wait until the next session to complete the course. \n*Join our entrepreneurship or artist program for just $30 annually and unlock a wealth of benefits\, including free one-on-one coaching\, business bootcamps\, legal resources\, and accounting clinics – all available to you for a full year!. \n 
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/business-bootcamp-kickstart-your-entrepreneurial-journey/2024-08-01/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Entrepreneurship,Virtual,Women Entrepreneurship
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240802T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240802T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150207
CREATED:20240430T203930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T195510Z
UID:72443-1722600000-1722605400@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Learn@Lunch: Bidding on Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:Are you a business owner who is ready to bid on opportunities to supply your goods and services to the federal government? \nSign Me Up!\n\nThis free information session will offer a more detailed presentation on the bidding process. It will go over the different types of and key aspects of a bid document and how bidders are evaluated and suppliers are selected. \nYou will also learn how to follow up after receiving results. Best practices\, advice\, and suggestions will also be discussed. \nSpeaker: Véronique Fortin | Procurement Specialist\, Procurement Assistance Canada \nAbout the speaker:\nVéronique Fortin is a Procurement Specialist at Procurement Assistance Canada in the Quebec region since November 2022. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Business administration with a major in Human Resource Management from Concordia University. \nBefore joining Public Services and Procurement Canada\, Véronique worked for about 10 years at the Correctional Service of Canada\, including 4 years in procurement. \nPre-registration is required. Available as an online\, live-streaming webinar. \nRegister Now!\nOnce you have registered\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours before the workshop. Please check your Spam/Junk folder if you have not received your email with instructions 1 hour prior to the start time of the workshop. \n*This free workshop is only possible thanks to our generous funders and partners. \n 
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/learnlunch-bidding-on-opportunities/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Entrepreneurship,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240805T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240805T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150207
CREATED:20231128T170133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T150037Z
UID:72217-1722848400-1722877200@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Legal Information Clinic for Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:Free*  \nAre legal information questions keeping you up at night? Take advantage of our free\, weekly legal information clinics for entrepreneurs.  \nThe last thing you will want to encounter is legal issues\, so it makes sense to understand your legal risks and options. Our Legal Information Officer is available to provide information and answer questions related to business issues such as business structures\, contract law\, taxation\, and intellectual property.  \nPlease note that the Legal Information Officer can only provide general information and cannot provide anything that constitutes legal advice.  \nSpeaker: Fatou Tounkara\, Legal Information Officer  \nTo register\, please email servicescoordinator@yesmontreal.ca. Please Note: A YES Business Coach referral is required. \n*Legal Information Clinics must be pre-booked. \n*For an annual entrepreneurship fee of $30\, you’ll have access to specialized online services including coaching\, Business Bootcamp\, legal information & accounting clinics.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/legal-information-clinic-for-entrepreneurs-3/2024-08-05/
LOCATION:YES Employment + Entrepreneurship\, 666 Sherbrooke Street West 7th Floor\, Montreal\, Quebec\, H3A 1E7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Entrepreneurship,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240805T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240805T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150207
CREATED:20230808T200555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240419T184053Z
UID:72200-1722852000-1722857400@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Registering Your Business (Online Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:Wondering how to register a business in Quebec? Find out in this free workshop. \nWe will show you step-by-step how to register your business with the Quebec government\, providing a legal framework to help you through the process. You will also learn about the benefits of registering your startup\, and the different legal structures so you can decide which one is right for your business.   \nSpeaker: Fatou Tounkara | Legal Information Officer  \nPre-registration is required. Available as an online\, live-streaming webinar. \nRegister Now\n\nOnce you have registered for the online workshop\, 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 1 hour prior to the start time of the workshop.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/registering-your-business-7/2024-08-05/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Entrepreneurship,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240807T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240807T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150207
CREATED:20231211T212655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T164112Z
UID:72088-1723039200-1723044600@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:NEW! Maximize Your Revenue Potential (Online Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:Are you aware of 26 revenue models?  \nImmerse yourself in an exclusive workshop tailored for entrepreneurs and small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) seeking to expand their revenue horizons. Once inside\, you’ll gain in-depth insights into 26 different revenue models\, arming yourself with strategic knowledge to strengthen the financial foundations of your business. \nThis workshop is designed to demystify these diverse revenue models\, empowering you with the knowledge and strategic prowess needed to make informed decisions and jump-start your business\, while strengthening its financial core. \nFrom subscription-based structures to affiliate marketing\, contract manufacturing methodologies and beyond\, this workshop serves as a blueprint for creating and optimizing revenue streams. \nYour journey towards maximizing your revenue starts right here. \nPlease Note: This workshop is available as an online\, live-streaming webinar. \nPre-registration is required. \nMaximize your revenue\, and maximize your success! Register for this workshop and equip yourself with the tools you need to make informed decisions and jump-start your business! \nSign Up Here\n\nOnce you have registered for the online workshop\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours before the start time of the workshop. Please check your Spam/Junk folder if you have not received your email with instructions 1 hour before the start time of the workshop.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/new-maximize-your-revenue-potential-online-workshop/2024-08-07/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Entrepreneurship,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240813T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240813T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150207
CREATED:20240516T140228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T212652Z
UID:72752-1723550400-1723555800@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Learn@Lunch: Understanding Consumer Law As An Entrepreneur
DESCRIPTION:Gain insights into understanding consumer law as an entrepreneur in order to protect your business and customers. Explore key regulations and learn best practices for compliance. \nSign Me Up!\n\nThese free seminars are offered over lunch as a live webinar. Seasoned professionals and guest speakers will cover a wide range of topics pertinent to entrepreneurs. \nJoin our interactive workshop tailored for entrepreneurs navigating the complexities of consumer law. This workshop presented by the Legal Information Clinic at McGill\, will arm you with the tools necessary in understanding consumer law and how it impacts organizations and businesses. \nTopics will include legal warranties\, the basic law of contracts\, restrictions on advertising and labelling\, deposits\, and the process of resolving disputes with consumers. \nSpeaker: Representative from Legal Information Clinic at McGill  \nPre-registration is required. Available as an online\, live-streaming webinar. \nRegister Now!\nOnce you have registered\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours before the workshop. Please check your Spam/Junk folder if you have not received your email with instructions 1 hour prior to the start time of the workshop. \n*This free workshop is only possible thanks to our generous funders and partners. \n 
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/learnlunch-understanding-consumer-law-as-an-entrepreneur/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Entrepreneurship,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240814T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240814T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150207
CREATED:20231212T142209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T194220Z
UID:72762-1723644000-1723649400@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:NEW! Financing Options for Your Business (Online Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:Calling all entrepreneurs with big dreams and bold ideas!   \nYou have a fantastic business concept\, yet you might be unsure about where and how to get the necessary funding to jump-start your business. \nGain invaluable insights into creating investment-worthy proposals\, discover the right funding channels for your business\, and unravel the mysteries of what investors are really looking for. Join us on this funding journey and turn your vision into a reality! \nYour quest to securing funding for your business starts right here. \nPlease Note: This workshop is available as an online\, live-streaming webinar. \nPre-registration is required. \nAccelerate your business growth – Register Today! \nReserve Your Spot\n\nOnce you have registered for the online workshop\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours before the start time of the workshop. Please check your Spam/Junk folder if you have not received your email with instructions 1 hour before the start time of the workshop.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/new-financing-options-for-your-business-online-workshop/2024-08-14/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Entrepreneurship,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240819T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240819T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150207
CREATED:20231128T170133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T150040Z
UID:72218-1724058000-1724086800@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Legal Information Clinic for Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:Free*  \nAre legal information questions keeping you up at night? Take advantage of our free\, weekly legal information clinics for entrepreneurs.  \nThe last thing you will want to encounter is legal issues\, so it makes sense to understand your legal risks and options. Our Legal Information Officer is available to provide information and answer questions related to business issues such as business structures\, contract law\, taxation\, and intellectual property.  \nPlease note that the Legal Information Officer can only provide general information and cannot provide anything that constitutes legal advice.  \nSpeaker: Fatou Tounkara\, Legal Information Officer  \nTo register\, please email servicescoordinator@yesmontreal.ca. Please Note: A YES Business Coach referral is required. \n*Legal Information Clinics must be pre-booked. \n*For an annual entrepreneurship fee of $30\, you’ll have access to specialized online services including coaching\, Business Bootcamp\, legal information & accounting clinics.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/legal-information-clinic-for-entrepreneurs-3/2024-08-19/
LOCATION:YES Employment + Entrepreneurship\, 666 Sherbrooke Street West 7th Floor\, Montreal\, Quebec\, H3A 1E7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Entrepreneurship,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240821T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240821T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150207
CREATED:20231211T151330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T155216Z
UID:72092-1724248800-1724254200@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:NEW! 9 Action Steps to Building a Successful Business (Online Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:You’ve got a great business idea\, but is that enough? What’s the next crucial step? \nJoin us for an interactive workshop that will help you answer all the tough questions about how you can jump-start your business the right way. Save both time and your precious budget by strategically planning and building your blueprint for success. \nIn this interactive session\, we’ll guide you through all the necessary steps that entrepreneurs need to focus on before launching their business operations. \nJoin us as we build your start-up framework and cover critical topics such as ideation\, market research\, customer interviews\, prototyping\, and competitor analysis. Give yourself and your business the greatest chance of success and stand out from all the competition. \nYour journey to entrepreneurial success starts right here.  \nPlease Note: This workshop is available as an online\, live-streaming webinar. \nPre-registration is required. \nUnlock your potential today! Register now for exclusive insights and strategies to fuel your success! \nReserve Your Spot\n\nOnce you have registered\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours before the start time of the workshop. Please check your Spam/Junk folder if you have not received your email with instructions one hour before the start time of the workshop. \nClients wishing to obtain entrepreneurship services are encouraged to first attend this free workshop.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/new-9-actionable-steps-to-building-a-successful-business/2024-08-21/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Entrepreneurship,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240823T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240823T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150207
CREATED:20230816T205155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230816T205155Z
UID:69479-1724418000-1724425200@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:ELLEvating Women Entrepreneurs (Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:Please Note: Those wishing to obtain business coaching services are encouraged to attend this free workshop first. \nAre you ready to join a supportive and inspiring community of women who will empower and ELLEvate you throughout your entrepreneurial journey? \nWe’re thrilled to offer you the space to connect with like-minded women and explore the valuable resources and tools we provide specifically for women in business. \nJoin us for a FREE online workshop where we will delve deep into various topics including: \n\n🤝 Effectively enhancing your leadership skills\n🕑 Improving your time management skills\n⚖️ Exploring strategies to balance work and family life\n💵 Seeking financing options for your small business\, and much more!\n\nDon’t miss out on this informative and interactive online workshop\, which will serve as your gateway into our entrepreneurial community. Learn alongside other women and take your business to new heights! \nAs a bonus\, all ELLEvating Women Entrepreneurs Workshops include a 30-minute networking session from 2:30 PM-3:00 PM\, allowing you to connect with fellow participants. \nRegister Now!\n\n Once 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.\n\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\n\n*******************************\n\nVeuillez noter que la participation à cet atelier en ligne gratuit est fortement encouragée pour ceux qui sont intéressés par l’obtention de services de coaching en affaires.  \nÊtes-vous prêt à rejoindre une communauté de femmes solidaires et inspirantes qui vous habiliteront et vous élèveront tout au long de votre parcours entrepreneurial?  \nNous sommes ravis de vous offrir l’espace pour vous connecter avec des femmes aux idées similaires et explorer les ressources et les outils précieux que nous proposons spécifiquement aux femmes dans les affaires. \nRejoignez-nous pour un atelier en ligne GRATUIT où nous plongerons en profondeur dans divers sujets\, notamment: \n\n🤝 Améliorer efficacement vos compétences en leadership\n🕑 Améliorer vos compétences en gestion du temps\n⚖️ Explorer des stratégies pour équilibrer travail et vie de famille\n💵 Rechercher des options de financement pour votre petite entreprise et bien plus encore !\n\nNe manquez pas cet atelier en ligne informatif et interactif\, qui vous servira de porte d’entrée dans notre communauté entrepreneuriale. Apprenez aux côtés d’autres femmes et propulsez votre entreprise vers de nouveaux sommets ! \nEn bonus\, tous les ateliers ELLEvating Women Entrepreneurs comprennent une session de réseautage de 30 minutes de 14h30 à 15h00\, vous permettant de vous connecter avec les autres participants. \nInscrivez-vous maintenant!\nUne fois que vous vous serez inscrit\, vous recevrez un courriel avec des instructions sur la façon de vous connecter quelques heures avant le début de l’atelier. Veuillez vérifier votre dossier Spam/Courrier indésirable si vous n’avez pas reçu votre courriel avec les instructions une heure avant l’heure de début de l’atelier.  \nNous sommes en mesure d’offrir cet atelier sélect gratuitement grâce au généreux soutien de YSpace : York University et d’Innovation\, Sciences et Développement économique Canada. Tous nos programmes ne sont pas entièrement financés\, mais nous nous efforçons continuellement d’offrir nos services gratuitement ou à un coût minimal. Merci d’avoir choisi YES! \nCet atelier sera animé en anglais\, mais inclura des sous-titres en français. 
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/ellevating-women-entrepreneurs-workshop-2/2024-08-23/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs,Entrepreneurship,Networking,Virtual,Women Entrepreneurship
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240826T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240826T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150207
CREATED:20231128T170133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T150045Z
UID:72220-1724662800-1724691600@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Legal Information Clinic for Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:Free*  \nAre legal information questions keeping you up at night? Take advantage of our free\, weekly legal information clinics for entrepreneurs.  \nThe last thing you will want to encounter is legal issues\, so it makes sense to understand your legal risks and options. Our Legal Information Officer is available to provide information and answer questions related to business issues such as business structures\, contract law\, taxation\, and intellectual property.  \nPlease note that the Legal Information Officer can only provide general information and cannot provide anything that constitutes legal advice.  \nSpeaker: Fatou Tounkara\, Legal Information Officer  \nTo register\, please email servicescoordinator@yesmontreal.ca. Please Note: A YES Business Coach referral is required. \n*Legal Information Clinics must be pre-booked. \n*For an annual entrepreneurship fee of $30\, you’ll have access to specialized online services including coaching\, Business Bootcamp\, legal information & accounting clinics.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/legal-information-clinic-for-entrepreneurs-3/2024-08-26/
LOCATION:YES Employment + Entrepreneurship\, 666 Sherbrooke Street West 7th Floor\, Montreal\, Quebec\, H3A 1E7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Entrepreneurship,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240826T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240826T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150207
CREATED:20230808T200555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240419T184055Z
UID:72201-1724666400-1724671800@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Registering Your Business (Online Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:Wondering how to register a business in Quebec? Find out in this free workshop. \nWe will show you step-by-step how to register your business with the Quebec government\, providing a legal framework to help you through the process. You will also learn about the benefits of registering your startup\, and the different legal structures so you can decide which one is right for your business.   \nSpeaker: Fatou Tounkara | Legal Information Officer  \nPre-registration is required. Available as an online\, live-streaming webinar. \nRegister Now\n\nOnce you have registered for the online workshop\, 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 1 hour prior to the start time of the workshop.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/registering-your-business-7/2024-08-26/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Entrepreneurship,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240828T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240828T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150207
CREATED:20231211T173514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T161920Z
UID:72100-1724853600-1724859000@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:NEW! Idea Generator: Kickstart Your Business Journey (Online Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to our session based on the 4 golden rules of ideation. This two-hour workshop is your guide through a simple yet powerful ideation process. But what exactly is ideation and how does it apply to entrepreneurs?  \nIt all begins with identifying a problem that’s worth solving\, focusing on pivotal areas that demand your creative focus\, and then engaging in hybrid brainstorming that fosters a cascade of potential solutions. Finally\, we’ll guide you through the process of building actionable plans to transition these solutions into real-world offerings. \nThis workshop is uniquely designed for startups and aspiring entrepreneurs who are ready to dive into the world of innovative problem-solving. Participate in a dynamic\, interactive setting\, and leave with a clear vision to jump start your business venture. \nYour pathway to creating impactful products and services starts right here. \nPlease Note: This workshop is available as an online\, live-streaming webinar. \nPre-registration is required. \nReady to launch your business to new heights? Reserve your seat now and transform your ideas into reality! \nReserve Your Spot\n\nOnce you have registered\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours before the start time of the workshop. Please check your Spam/Junk folder if you have not received your email with instructions one hour before the start time of the workshop.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/new-idea-generator-kickstart-your-business-journey-online-workshop/2024-08-28/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Entrepreneurship,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240904T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240904T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150207
CREATED:20231211T173514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231211T173514Z
UID:74021-1725458400-1725463800@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:NEW! Idea Generator: Kickstart Your Business Journey (Online Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to our session based on the 4 golden rules of ideation. This two-hour workshop is your guide through a simple yet powerful ideation process. But what exactly is ideation and how does it apply to entrepreneurs?  \nIt all begins with identifying a problem that’s worth solving\, focusing on pivotal areas that demand your creative focus\, and then engaging in hybrid brainstorming that fosters a cascade of potential solutions. Finally\, we’ll guide you through the process of building actionable plans to transition these solutions into real-world offerings. \nThis workshop is uniquely designed for startups and aspiring entrepreneurs who are ready to dive into the world of innovative problem-solving. Participate in a dynamic\, interactive setting\, and leave with a clear vision to jump start your business venture. \nYour pathway to creating impactful products and services starts right here. \nPlease Note: This workshop is available as an online\, live-streaming webinar. \nPre-registration is required. \nReady to launch your business to new heights? Reserve your seat now and transform your ideas into reality! \nReserve Your Spot\n\nOnce you have registered\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours before the start time of the workshop. Please check your Spam/Junk folder if you have not received your email with instructions one hour before the start time of the workshop.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/new-idea-generator-kickstart-your-business-journey-online-workshop/2024-09-04/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Entrepreneurship,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240905T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240905T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150207
CREATED:20240516T150527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240516T211543Z
UID:72756-1725537600-1725543000@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Learn@Lunch: Intellectual Property for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:From trademarks to patents\, delve into the world of intellectual property (IP) protection strategies tailored to safeguard your innovations and brand.\nSign Me Up!\n\nThese free seminars are offered over lunch as a live webinar. Seasoned professionals and guest speakers will cover a wide range of topics pertinent to entrepreneurs. \nWe engage with intellectual property every day. Unlike physical property\, however\, intellectual property resists easy definition\, and the rules around it can often seem inconsistent. \nUnlock the power of intellectual property in our comprehensive workshop designed for entrepreneurs. This workshop\, presented by the Legal Information Clinic at McGill\, is designed to provide entrepreneurs with an overview and introduction to intellectual property law\, including patents\, trademarks\, and copyrights as well as insights into the application processes. \nJoin us to acquire the knowledge and tools essential for securing and maximizing the value of your creative endeavors. \nSpeaker: Representative from Legal Information Clinic at McGill \nPre-registration is required. Available as an online\, live-streaming webinar. \nRegister Now!\nOnce you have registered\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours before the workshop. Please check your Spam/Junk folder if you have not received your email with instructions 1 hour prior to the start time of the workshop. \n*This free workshop is only possible thanks to our generous funders and partners. \n 
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/learn-lunch-intellectual-property-for-small-businesses/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Entrepreneurship,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240905T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240905T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150207
CREATED:20240724T164249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T150802Z
UID:74325-1725559200-1725568200@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Business Bootcamp: Kickstart Your Entrepreneurial Journey
DESCRIPTION:  \nFree Business Bootcamp: Kickstart Your Entrepreneurial Journey\n  \nReady to Turn Your Business Idea into Reality?\nOur free 4-part Business Bootcamp offers the expert coaching and practical tools you need to launch your business and start your entrepreneurial journey with confidence. Led by experienced business coaches\, this interactive bootcamp will guide you step-by-step in refining your business idea\, testing your concepts\, and creating a solid business plan. \n\nWhat You Will Gain\n  \n🎥 Watch this video for a sneak peek at what you can expect! \n  \nhttps://yesmontreal.ca/wp-content/uploads/Business_Bootcamp_Expectations_Ready.mp4\n\nComplete Your Business Model Canvas\nLearn to use this essential tool to map out the key components of your business\, including opportunities\, activities\, and revenue streams. \nNetworking Opportunities\nExpand your professional network by connecting with like-minded entrepreneurs and potential collaborators. \nPitch Practice\nHone your business pitch in front of a supportive audience. You could even win free access to our paid workshops! \nPersonalized Feedback\nReceive expert feedback on your business plans and pitch presentations\, helping you improve and succeed. \nActionable Business Steps\nLeave the bootcamp with clear\, actionable steps to launch and grow your business. To help you avoid common startup mistakes along the way\, check out our helpful blog post on Avoiding Common Startup Mistakes. \nExclusive Resources\nAccess valuable tools and templates exclusive to bootcamp participants\, including a comprehensive business planning toolkit. \nProfessional Certification\nEarn a certificate of completion to enhance your professional profile and showcase your entrepreneurial expertise. \nFollow-Up Support\nBenefit from ongoing support\, including a free coaching session or access to advanced workshops after completing the bootcamp. \n\nEngaging and Interactive Sessions\nPeer Accountability Groups\nJoin peer accountability groups for mutual support and motivation\, keeping you on track throughout your journey. \nHands-On Workshops and Group Activities\nParticipate in hands-on workshops and group activities that reinforce your learning and business skills. \n\nDon’t Miss Out on This Incredible Opportunity to Fuel Your Entrepreneurial Journey!\nWhether you’re launching a product-based business or a service-based business\, this bootcamp provides the tools and knowledge you need to succeed in today’s competitive marketplace. Learn how to create a competitive business model\, test your ideas\, and communicate your unique value proposition. \n  \nBootcamp Dates\n  \nSeries 4\, Thursdays\, April 3\, 10\, 17 & 24\, 2025\, 1:00 – 3:30 PM  \nSeries 5\, Thursdays\, June 5\, 12\, 19\, & 26\, 2025\, 1:00 – 3:30 PM  \nSeries 6\, Thursdays\, July 3\, 10\, 17\, & 24. 2025\, 1:00 – 3:30 PM  \nSeries7\, Thursdays\, July 31\, Aug 7\, 14\,  & 21\, 2025\, 1:00 – 3:30 PM  \n  \nHow to Register\nFor more information and to register\, email servicescoordinator@yesmontreal.ca. \nNote: Participants must have an active file at YES to register and complete the series in consecutive order. If you miss a session\, you must wait until the next session to continue. \n  \nJoin Our Entrepreneurship Program for Just $30 Annually\nUnlock a year of benefits\, including free one-on-one coaching\, business bootcamps\, legal resources\, and accounting clinics. \nTo learn more about our services for entrepreneurs\, click here.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/business-bootcamp-launch-your-business/2024-09-05/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Entrepreneurship
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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