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Jump Start Your Art + Financing Options (Hybrid Workshop)

YES Employment + Entrepreneurship 666 Sherbrooke Street West 7th Floor, Montreal, Quebec, Canada

This workshop is the starting point for artists who are doing what they love but not quite making a living yet. We’ll outline the services and resources available to you at YES and from other arts organizations in the community, and touch upon key things to consider in building a career or business in the arts. Topics include: getting to know your industry, marketing/promotion, developing relationships with stakeholders, understanding the funding landscape and essential grant-writing tips.

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Career Decision Making and Self Assessment

Online / Remote , Canada

In this session, you'll actively engage in self-assessment exercises to determine your professional values, interests, personality traits, skills, needs and wants. You'll then be guided on how to use decision trees, informational interviews, and pros and cons lists to make thoughtful decisions that will contribute to your career identity.    

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Legal Information Clinic

Online / Remote , Canada

Are legal information questions keeping you up at night? Take advantage of our free, weekly legal information clinics for entrepreneurs. 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. 

NEW! 10 Year-End Tax Planning Tips For Small Businesses

Online / Remote , Canada

This session will guide you through ten strategies to help you maximize your tax savings before the year ends. Learn how to leverage business expense claims, strategically acquire capital assets, and manage debt effectively. We’ll also explore owner’s compensation, deciding between salary or dividends, maximizing RRSP contributions, and income-splitting techniques.

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NEW! Maximize Your Revenue Potential (Online Workshop)

Online / Remote , Canada

Immerse 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.

Grant Writing Essentials 2-Part Mini Series

YES Employment + Entrepreneurship 666 Sherbrooke Street West 7th Floor, Montreal, Quebec, Canada

This two-part mini-series is designed to help artists gain the necessary business know-how to start their ventures on the right foot. It focuses on essential grant-writing techniques, including crafting a persuasive “pitch,” budgeting, timelines, and other handy tips to help you turn out grant applications that are as strong and outstanding as your work. Develop your artistic practice or business strategically in order to see real growth now.

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NEW! Breaking Down the Interview: How to Prepare and Answer for Success

YES Employment + Entrepreneurship 666 Sherbrooke Street West 7th Floor, Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Gain essential strategies for in-person, online, and phone interviews, enabling you to leave a positive and memorable impression on your interviewer. We’ll help you craft responses to the most common behavioral interview questions and master the STAR method, empowering you to articulate your experiences with clarity and relevance. 

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Legal Information Clinic

YES Employment + Entrepreneurship 666 Sherbrooke Street West 7th Floor, Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Are legal information questions keeping you up at night? 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. 

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NEW! AI in Action: Tools and Strategies for Success

Online / Remote , Canada

Learn how to optimize your resume, create a targeted cover letter, and prepare for job interviews using AI platforms like Chat GPT and Google Gemini and Interview Warmup. You will also learn how to leverage a follow-up thank you email to leave a lasting impression on potential employers.

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Legal Information Clinic

Online / Remote , Canada

Are legal information questions keeping you up at night? Take advantage of our free, weekly legal information clinics for entrepreneurs. 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. 

NEW! Financing Options for Your Business (Hybrid Workshop)

YES Employment + Entrepreneurship 666 Sherbrooke Street West 7th Floor, Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Gain 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!