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Circuit Talk: Building Back Better with Social Enterprise

August 19 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

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Join to explore insight and ideas from our expert panel on how we can build back thriving businesses and stronger, healthier communities.

About this Event

The Social Venture Circuit is proud to present our first public event! The webinar will be hosting an esteemed panel of local economic and business leaders. They will share perspectives and knowledge on social enterprise (SE), local communities, and The Region of Peel. You will also have a chance to pose questions and share insight on local needs and business challenges while gaining valuable takeaways for your SE and for your community.

Topics of discussion will include:

  • Defining the scope of social enterprise,
  • Doing business from the heart pre and post COVID-19,
  • Economic growth and outlook for The Region of Peel,
  • Shortage of essential products and services,
  • Understanding and supporting underserved communities and,
  • Other social shifts affecting the success and prosperity of The Region of Peel.

Through the multi-faceted lens of diverse local champions, the Social Venture Circuit invites you to connect with community leaders and changemakers trying to make a positive difference in Brampton, Mississauga and Caledon.

Ideation Lab F'25 Schedule

Date
Time
Topic
Saturday, Sept 27
10am to 4:30pm
(in-person bootcamp)
Steps to Starting a Business, Goal-Setting, Design Thinking, Market Research
Wednesday, Oct 08
5:30pm to 7:30pm
(virtual)
Legal Workshop (understanding how to incorporate and shareholder structures)
Wednesday, Oct 15
5:30pm to 7:30pm
(virtual)
Fundraising Session
Wednesday, Oct 22
5:30pm to 7:30pm
(virtual)
Digital Marketing & Brand Storytelling
Wednesday, Oct 29
5:30pm to 7:30pm
(virtual)
Taxes & Accounting
Wednesday, Nov 12
5:30pm to 7:30pm
(virtual)
Sales Strategy
Wednesday, Nov 19
5:30pm to 7:30pm
(virtual)
Measuring Social Impact
Wednesday, Dec 03
5:30pm to 7:30pm
(virtual)
Understanding Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Wednesday, Dec 10
5:30pm to 7:30pm
(virtual)
Storytelling & How to Pitch

Indigenous business training program created by RedBird Circle Inc. in partnership with UofT Libraries, ICUBE UTM and The Bridge at UTSC

An experiential learning program that follows the school 3 semesters schedule, for anyone with a great idea who wants to make it happen.

A boutique-style remote program to support your business development and help you grow through one-on-one support. This program is open all year.

A student-led creative studio with intends to serve the prototyping and design needs of our ventures and small businesses in our community.

This 2-day retreat is designed to help you reflect on your journey, what drives you, all the hats you wear and what is next for you and your social enterprise.