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SUMMARY:NEW! 10 Year-End Tax Planning Tips For Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Discover how to optimize your year-end tax planning!\n  \nThis 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. \nWe’ll also explore owner’s compensation\, deciding between salary or dividends\, maximizing RRSP contributions\, and income-splitting techniques. \nRegister Now!\nPerfect for small business owners eager to make informed\, strategic tax decisions. Our goal is to simplify complex tax strategies and transform them into clear\, actionable steps to boost your savings and financial efficiency. \nIt’s never too early to start planning for tax season\, so don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your year-end tax planning and optimize your financial outcomes! \nSpeaker: Ronika Khanna\, CPA\, CFA\, founder of Montreal Financial  \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. 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.  \nTransform your business today and sign up for only $20.00* \nPre-registration is required. \nRegister Now!\nThis workshop is available both in-person as well as online. \nIf you registered for the in-person workshop please present yourself at the YES office\, situated at 666 Sherbrooke Street West on the 7th floor\, 15-30 minutes prior to the start time of the workshop. \nIf you 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. \nFind out more about our Entrepreneurship Program here.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/new-10-year-end-tax-planning-tips/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship,Evening
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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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/2024-12-04/
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:20241205T183000
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DTSTAMP:20260425T045225
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T151806Z
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SUMMARY:NEW! Marketing Essentials: Foundations for Success
DESCRIPTION:You’ve done the hard part: developed a concept\, crafted a business plan (even if it’s just on the back of a napkin or in your head)\, opened a bank account\, and launched your business. But now what? How do you get your product or service in front of your target audience? What types of marketing should you consider\, and can you manage it all on your own? 🤔💭 \nIn this workshop\, we’ll break down the fundamentals of marketing\, explore various strategies to reach your audience\, and identify essential marketing efforts every business should have in place. You’ll also learn when it’s time to bring in internal or external support to help your business grow. \nAre you ready to ELLEvate your business to new heights through powerful marketing tools and strategies that drive growth? 🚀 \nRegister Now!\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. 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. \n************************************************ \nVous avez fait le plus difficile : développé un concept\, élaboré un plan d’affaires (même s’il est seulement griffonné sur une serviette ou dans votre tête)\, ouvert un compte bancaire et lancé votre entreprise. Mais maintenant\, que faire ? Comment mettre votre produit ou service devant votre public cible ? Quels types de marketing devriez-vous envisager\, et pouvez-vous tout gérer vous-même ? 🤔💭 \nDans cet atelier\, nous aborderons les bases du marketing\, explorerons diverses stratégies pour atteindre votre public et identifierons les efforts marketing essentiels que chaque entreprise devrait mettre en place. Vous apprendrez également à quel moment il est temps de faire appel à un soutien interne ou externe pour aider votre entreprise à croître. \nÊtes-vous prêt à ELLEver votre entreprise vers de nouveaux sommets grâce à des outils et des stratégies marketing puissants qui favorisent la croissance ? 🚀 \nInscrivez-vous maintenant!\nNous sommes en mesure de proposer cet atelier gratuite grâce au soutien généreux de YSpace : l’Université York et Innovation\, Sciences et Développement économique Canada. Tous nos programmes ne sont pas entièrement financés\, mais nous nous efforçons continuellement de proposer 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. \n*Veuillez noter : Une préinscription est requise. Disponible uniquement sous forme de webinaire en ligne en direct.\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.  \n  \nAbout the speaker:\n 🌟 Natalia is the innovative force behind On Point Agency Inc.\, an all-women\, Montreal-based marketing agency renowned for its unique and guerrilla marketing strategies. With a keen eye for creativity and a passion for excellence\, Natalia has led her team to achieve multiple award nominations. She specializes in helping clients reach their audiences and goals through holistic marketing approaches\, seamlessly blending new methods\, digital marketing\, and traditional marketing. Her strategic planning and out-of-the-box ideas consistently elevate client results.  Transitioning from a biobehavioral lab researcher to a marketer\, she brings over 10 years of experience across multiple industries. Natalia excels in understanding consumer behaviours\, anchoring strategies in data\, and infusing creativity into everything she does. She thrives on out-of-the-box campaigns\, full-year strategies\, product packaging\, community building\, and event planning.  When she’s not tied to her laptop\, you can find her taste-testing sweets\, kayaking with her dog\, silversmithing\, or writing. 
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/new-marketing-essentials-foundations-for-success/
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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SUMMARY:NEW! Financing Options for Your Business (Hybrid 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 in person\, and as an online\, live-streaming webinar. \nPre-registration is required. \nAccelerate your business growth – Register Today! \nSign Up Here\n\nIf you registered for the in-person workshop please present yourself at the YES office\, situated at 666 Sherbrooke Street West on the 7th floor\, 15-30 minutes prior to the start time of the workshop. \nIf you 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/new-financing-options-for-your-business-hybrid-workshop/
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:20241217T140000
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UID:74287-1734438600-1734444000@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Registering Your Business
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: Ian Anderson | Legal Information Officer \nPre-registration is required. Available as an online\, live-streaming webinar. \nRegister Now\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/registering-your-business-2/2024-12-17/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Entrepreneurship
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241218T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241218T153000
DTSTAMP:20260425T045225
CREATED:20231211T151330Z
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UID:74015-1734530400-1734535800@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/2024-12-18/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Entrepreneurship,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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