Events & Workshops
Connect with industry experts, local entrepreneurs, and support organizations through local workshops and events. Learn new skills, explore tools, and gain practical insights to help your business grow. See the calendar of upcoming events below!
Events Calendar
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Excel for Entrepreneurs: Cash Flow and Budgeting Made Simple | Digital Skills for Business
You’ll learn how to build a simple yet powerful cash flow and budgeting worksheet that helps you track income, expenses, and profitability.
Learn More10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Inputting Cash Flow Data into an Excel Worksheet | Digital Skills for Business
Bring your laptop and numbers to this guided, hands-on session. Get support entering your cash flow data into a ready-to-use Excel template.
Learn More8:00 am - 11:00 am
Momentum Men’s Health Event
Breakfast, real talk, and a strong start. Join CYC's first men’s event on mental health, relationships, and staying active with practical takeaways.
Learn More9:30 am - 11:30 am
Unleashing the World of Possibilities through the Beginner's Mind
Join Leo Chan from Abound Innovation for a hands-on workshop to learn how to cultivate a mindset that fosters innovation and fresh perspectives.
Learn More10:00 am - 11:30 am
From Idea to Income – Is Entrepreneurship for Me? (For Youth 15-29)
Join YSBEC for an engaging online workshop designed to help you explore the world of entrepreneurship and discover if it's right for you.
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Marketing and Content Foundations: Strategy, Planning, and Execution | Digital Skills for Business
Strong marketing starts with the basics. Learn how to build a clear, effective marketing strategy you can apply to your business with confidence.
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Branding Essentials: Defining Your Brand Voice, Visuals, and Story | Digital Skills for Business
A strong brand helps your business stand out and build trust. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to clearly define your brand.
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Visual Identity 101: Crafting Your Logo and Website | Digital Skills for Business
Your logo and website shape first impressions. Learn the fundamentals of creating a strong visual identity that reflects your brand and builds trust.
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Email Marketing Essentials: Building and Nurturing Your Audience | Digital Skills for Business
Email marketing is a powerful way to grow your business and build relationships. Learn to create email strategies that engage audiences and drive action.
Learn More10:00 am - 12:00 pm
AI Tools for Design and Social Media Content Creation | Digital Skills for Business
Create high-quality visuals and content faster with AI. Learn tools to design graphics, craft engaging posts, and build a consistent online presence.
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Hands-On Canva Session: Designing Your Branding Toolkit | Digital Skills for Business
Bring your brand to life with Canva. Learn to design logos, colours, fonts, and templates to create consistent, professional visuals across your marketing.
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Hands-On Canva Session: Creating Marketing and Social Content | Digital Skills for Business
Turn ideas into engaging visuals. Learn how to use Canva to create eye-catching marketing and social media content that aligns with your brand.
Learn More10:00 am - 11:30 am
Market Research Essentials for Entrepreneurs
Join us for an empowering and practical session designed to equip you with one of the most critical tools for business success: Market Research.
Learn More10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Updated 2026 Trends: Short-Form Video (Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts) | Digital Skills for Business
Discover practical tools, content ideas, and strategies to plan, film, and share short-form video content for Reels, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts.
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Google My Business Mastery: Visibility, Insights, and Optimization | Digital Skills for Business
Learn how to set up, manage, and optimize your Google Business Profile to boost local search visibility, attract customers, and build credibility.
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Understanding SEO and Analytics: Improve Visibility Through Search | Digital Skills for Business
Learn SEO basics and how to use Google Analytics and Meta Insights to boost online visibility, track performance, and make smarter marketing decisions.
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LinkedIn Strategy: Turn Connections into Clients | Digital Skills for Business
In this LinkedIn workshop, learn how to optimize your profile, grow your network strategically, and create content that attracts the right clients.
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Partnership Marketing: Giveaways, Collaborations and Influencer Negotiations | Digital Skills for Bu
Learn how to plan and manage strategic partnerships, from co-branded giveaways to influencer collaborations, that grow your reach and drive results.
Learn More10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Guided Workshop: Optimize One Platform for Your Business | Digital Skills for Business
Take a hands-on approach to one key platform, like your website or social media, and leave with expert feedback and an action plan to boost visibility.
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Ongoing Events
Digital Skills for Business 2026
A YSpace North workshop series for entrepreneurs covering essential topics like AI marketing, LinkedIn, Google Business Profile, Canva, and more.
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Founders Fundamentals 2026
A workshop series by YSpace and the BEA, powered by Markham Small Business Centre (MSBC) to help kickstart your entrepreneurial career!
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TechConnex Peer-to-Peer
Join TechConnex and local entrepreneurs at a monthly peer sessions to share insights, challenges, and strategies for business growth.
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