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Business Advisory Centre Durham
3000 Garden Street, Suite 200. Whitby ON, L1R 2G6
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BACD's physical location is currently closed until further notice, however we are still open virtually weekdays 8:30am - 4:30pm
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Funding & Financing Opportunities
As we know the last year has been a challenge, and in response to the economic situation there are new funding and financing opportunities available. For more grants, go to the Grants and Funding Resources page on our website
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BACD Entrepreneurial Program for Students
Summer Company Entrepreneurship Program
Turn your idea into a business! The program starts in June/July and finishes by Labour Day and provides Ontario students ages 15-29 up to $3,000 and hands-on coaching and mentoring to help them start and operate their own business. There are changes to the program due to COVID. Accepting applications until May 23rd, 2021. Learn more
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BACD Entrepreneurial Program for Women
This women's program is virtual coaching & mentoring to help start a new business plus access to apply for a $2,000 microloan. For businesses operating less than 6 months. Learn more
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Get an eCommerce Website
ShopHERE provides independent small business and artists with a quick, easy and no-cost way to get selling online right away by providing free help to create an e-Commerce website on Shopify o Square. Sign Up Now
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Improve your Digital Presence
For existing business operating between 1 to 5 years. The program includes completion of a digital assessment, digital Training, mentoring and an opportunity to receive up to $2,500 in grant funding to help implement the Digital Transformation Plan.
This program is funded in part by the Region of Durham.
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Get Help with your Digital Presence
The DMS team can help you improve your digital presence with help on Google My Business, social media, SEO, analytics, digital marketing plans, creating a content calendar, Facebook advertising and help with tools like Canva, Pixlr and Snapseed.
Questions the DMS members can help you with:
- How to update your hours and COVID-19 policies on Google My Business?
- How do I promote your business on social media?
- How to set up and expand your business to eCommerce?
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Meet the Digital Main Street (DMS) Team |
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The DMS service is free to you thanks to funding of the Ontario Digital Main Street Initiative by FedDev Ontario and the Province of Ontario, in partnership with TABIA and OBIAA, The Regional Municipality of Durham Region and delivered through the BACD. |
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Central Counties 2021 Business Support Program
Central Counties Tourism has set aside $400,000 to help offset the costs incurred by businesses to keep customers safe, stay top of mind with consumers and/or modify their business model to stay relevant and accessible.
Central Counties will reimburse up to 50% of eligible paid expenses (to a maximum of $15,000) incurred beginning April 1, 2020. For more info and to apply
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We have a new partnership with Ownr!
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Funded by the Region of Durham and led by the DWBIA, the Shop Durham Region Online Marketplace provides an opportunity for residents to safely explore approximately 600 local products in a single shopping experience and collect purchases through contactless pickup. More than 200 local businesses have joined Shop Durham Region thus far and continue to add products for sale on the site.
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February 26, 2021 - 9 to 11 am
Join us for a rapid-fire event as we talk about a roadmap to recovery for Durham Region businesses. From financial support to employment law, mental health in the workplace, and a COVID-19 health and vaccinations update from Dr. Kyle, this event brings together a rapid-fire line-up of speakers to provide you high-level need-to-know updates as you continue towards building back stronger. Get ready to ask your pressing business questions at an expert Q&A panel. Register Now
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BACD Services for New and Existing Businesses
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The BACD Expert Network continues to expand to provide businesses with expert advice. These local service providers are ready to help you grow your business.
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Meet BACD Expert Member
Norm Jolin, n. design
Norm Jolin RGD is the owner and Creative Director at n. design. n. design is a graphic design company of Brand Specialists. We have very specific programs designed to help businesses properly brand and market themselves through print, web, social media, environmental and mobile platforms.
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Specialties: Corporate Design; Branding & Identity; Advertising & Promotion; Web Design & Multimedia; Catalogs & Newsletters; Vehicle & Environmental Design; Packaging; Point of Sale and Point of Purchase; Photography.
Connect with Norm: 416-570-9277
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BACD Pivot Profile
Tijana Bogdanovic, Twenty1 Desserts
In this episode, Patrice talks to Starter Company Plus program participant Tijana Bogdanovic, the owner of Twenty1 Desserts.
Tijana talks about how her business came to be and her unique niche of being a bakery which provides vegan, gluten-free, egg-free, dairy-free, and yeast-free products! She also brings up how her bakery has changed due to the COVID-19 pandemic and how she is coping with the situation.
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Meet with a BACD Business Advisor
BACD offers a number of services to support businesses throughout their business cycle - from startup to growth to established including one to one meetings. Learn more about our advisors here or hear their candid stories on YouTube
Book an appointment with an advisor today! Email us today or call 905-668-4949
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We welcome Liz Ogundare to the BACD team
Elizabeth Ogundare is a Public Relations and Digital Media Strategist with experience both in corporate and agency communications. She has worked with notable brands, clients, and companies within the Dental and Creative industry. Elizabeth is a devoted team player and hardworking individual who strives for nothing but success! Having earned a degree in Communications and Digital Media Studies, as well as an Advanced Diploma in Public Relations, Elizabeth has gained extensive knowledge and experience in the industry.
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BACD Business Workshop and Webinars |
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FREE Business 101 Workshops
BACD Business Fundamental Workshops
Start working on the the next steps in your business with these free virtual sessions. Presented by one of our business advisors, we provide you with resources, answers to questions you might have and leave with an action plan. Take them in any order. We repeat them monthly. See the calendar
Start Up Session: February 17; 24
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Wed, Feb 17, 2021 9:30 AM EST
Improve your website searchability with SEO
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Tue, Feb 23, 2021 12:30 PM EST
Virtual BACD Biz Lunch
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Wed, Mar 10, 2021 10:00 AM EST
Maker Meet Up - All Things Media!
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Wed, Mar 10, 2021 12:00 PM EST
The Best Social Media Marketing Tools for Success
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Thu, Mar 11, 2021 9:30 AM EST
Want to learn the uncommon secrets to BOOSTING your Google My Business?
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Tue, Mar 16, 2021 1:30 PM EST
Email Marketing Can Still Make you Money
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Tue, Mar 23, 2021 6:30 PM EST
Improve your website searchability with SEO
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Wed, Mar 24, 2021 6:00 PM EST
She Means Business: Think Big, Bold & Fearlessly
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Celebrate International Women's Day with us!
Meet our keynote speaker Anu Bidani, founder of Stem Minds, with her presentation Think big, bold and fearlessly.
Anu Bidani is the CEO of STEM Minds, a social enterprise that teaches technology to new and skilled users with in-class and virtual education programs for children ages 4-18. She is a passionate innovator, leader, revenue generator and an entrepreneur.
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Next on the agenda is Women Entrepreneur Panel
where female business owners will talk about their experience BACD's Women's Entrepreneurship Program and Starter Company Plus Program, and where they are today in their business development.
The event concludes with our Ask/Give segment, an open sharing opportunity to ASK all the guests for any help/support/connections you may need for your business and to GIVE - share if you have something to give to the guests.
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StrikeUP 2021 Digital Conference for Women Entrepreneurs - March 4
FREE virtual conference for women entrepreneurs providing 20 + Visionary & Expert Speakers; 19 Growth Partners; 8 Mentor Meetups including keynote speaker Manjit Minhas from Dragon’s Den.
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More events can be found on the Invest Durham calendar and from local Boards of Trade and Chambers of Commerce |
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An original podcast from the Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada. This podcast is different from other financial podcasts as it takes a business to business perspective, speaking directly to financial educators as opposed to providing tips directly to the consumer. We bring up key issues, trends and tips as they relate to financial education for many different audiences.
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"The best way to protect employees, customers and your business is to be aware of legal requirements and aim higher," says Trevor Beauchamp, WSPS' Director, Field Logistics. "Compliance doesn't guarantee a safe workplace. It's a starting point, not an end point." Read Article
WSPS assembled five common concerns shared by employers and employees, and have asked WSPS experts for their insights, and identified useful resources. Read Article
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The Ontario Government's new grant provides a minimum of $10,000 and up to $20,000 to help eligible small business owners during this challenging period. The grant will provide businesses with dollar for dollar funding to a maximum of $20,000 to help cover decreased revenue expected as a result of the Provincewide Shutdown. Visit website for more info
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Durham Region COVID-19 Information
For questions about what will be open or impacts to your business, call the Stop the Spread Business Information Line at 1-888-444-3659, or the Durham Health Connection Line at 905-668-2020 or 1-800-841-2729
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Thank you to our 2021 Sponsor |
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To learn about their services, visit their website: pathwise.ca
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Subscribe to our Step Up Your Business Podcast Series
The weekly podcast offers relevant business content, events & workshops, tips, resources, interviews with experts, local businesses and BACD clients. Available on all major podcasting platforms including Apple, Google, Spotify & Breaker.
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