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Mental Fitness (PQ)

This session introduces the “PQ” Mental Fitness System which enhances individual and team well-being, relationships and performance.

presented by David Smith of Logia Consulting Inc. on March 16, 2023

health and wellness
performance
2023
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Building A Winning Team

In this session, we will look at three foundational activities to building a team that can consistently meet and exceed expectations: attracting the right people through effective recruiting; choosing the right people through effective selection; and ensuring team members have all of the right knowledge and skills through effective training.

presented by Steve Karagioules, independent consultant on March 7, 2023

culture
recruitment
2023
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How can the SR&ED Program help your business?

Learn what SR&ED is, understand the claiming process and see the positive impact innovation tax credits can have on your business.

presented by Daniah McCall, CEO of Infinity SRED Solutions Inc. on February 28, 2023

tax credits
financial
government
2023
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Leading Employee Performance

This workshop introduces critical performance management principles that can help them navigate when an employee’s performance doesn’t meet expectations with the goal of not only improving the performance, but also maintaining the relationship.

presented by Steve Karagioules, independent consultant on February 14, 2023

leadership
performance
2023
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VC Panel

Interviewing three Venture Capitalists, Blair Knippel discusses the best and worst board experiences, enforcing the governance practices that have had the best outcomes for company growth and profitable exits.

presented by Presenter: J. Blair Knippel, CPA, CA, CPA (Illinois), Principal, Champlin Advisory, and CFO, Base 4 Investments; Panelist: Mark Pasloski, CPA, CA, NRC-IRAP Business / Finance ITA; Moderator: Colleen Christensen, PhD, PAg, ProDir, NRC-IRAP ITA on February 9, 2023

startups
governance
2023
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How to Disagree Constructively and Dispute Mechanisms

How can you disagree constructively and what can you do if disagreements need to result in changes in share ownership or Board positions? What should you look for when making decisions about investors and their individual / group personalities?

presented by Presenter: J. Blair Knippel, CPA, CA, CPA (Illinois), Principal, Champlin Advisory, and CFO, Base 4 Investments; Panelist: Mark Pasloski, CPA, CA, NRC-IRAP Business / Finance ITA; Moderator: Colleen Christensen, PhD, PAg, ProDir, NRC-IRAP ITA on February 2, 2023

startups
governance
2023
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Yeah, Yeah ... Grandma Thinks You're Great. Do Employees?

Larry and Shonna discussed methods of differentiating your company image to top job seekers, the reasons behind those methods and their importance to your organization.

presented by Larry Anderson, Chief Relationship Officer at Chess Club and Shonna Caldwell, Chief Revenue Office at Insightrix on January 26, 2023

branding
recruitment
2023
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Building Value Together

A discussion covering best practices in standardized financial statements, intellectual property practices, proforma statement preparation, management reporting and empowerment of your team.

presented by Presenter: J. Blair Knippel, CPA, CA, CPA (Illinois), Principal, Champlin Advisory, and CFO, Base 4 Investments; Panelist: Mark Pasloski, CPA, CA, NRC-IRAP Business / Finance ITA; Moderator: Colleen Christensen, PhD, PAg, ProDir, NRC-IRAP ITA on January 19, 2023

startups
governance
2023
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Board Governance 101

A discussion on negotiating and completing shareholders agreements, understanding corporate documents and bylaws as well as creating optimal culture and decision-making frameworks as critical foundations for later success.

presented by Presenter: J. Blair Knippel, CPA, CA, CPA (Illinois), Principal, Champlin Advisory, and CFO, Base 4 Investments; Panelist: Mark Pasloski, CPA, CA, NRC-IRAP Business / Finance ITA; Moderator: Colleen Christensen, PhD, PAg, ProDir, NRC-IRAP ITA on January 12, 2023

startups
governance
2023
video
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Turning Analytics into Acquisitions

Scaling up your marketing and advertising budgets can be a scary proposition ... let's change that!

presented by Dylan Hergott, Owner of DHMG Coaching and Consulting Ltd. on December 1, 2022

analytics
marketing
2022
video
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Sales for Startups

A thought-provoking presentation that aims to redirect Founders and Startup Sales Team focus away from their product and into their sales processes.

presented by Mina Behrooz of the HubSpot for Startups Program on November 1, 2022

sales
startups
partnership program
2022
video
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Waste, Recycling and Organics

Get to know the disposal process better and become a diligent disposer by learning more about how Loraas Disposal runs their programs: waste, recycling and organics.

presented by Alexa Mofazzali of Loraas Disposal on October 21, 2022

sustainability
2022
video
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Reinventing Your Self-Image and Confidence

Learn how to build a robust self-image that leads into greater confidence and better leadership results.

presented by Jacqueline Almeida of Alpha + Omega Strategies on October 6, 2022

self development
2022
video
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Evaluating Investors

Learn the pros and cons of different investment vehicles at various stages in your business. Learn how to structure deals — including your governance structure — with the long-term goals of your business in mind.

presented by Karri Howlett of Karri Howlett Consulting on June 23, 2022

entrepreneurship
financial
raising capital
2022
video
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Solve Tech Talent Gaps with Immigrate

Learn how immigration can help you solve the gaps in your tech talent pool.

presented by Dirk Propp of Immigrate Software on May 26, 2022

human resources
2022
video
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Making Great Decisions

Don't make good decisions, make great decisions through focus, planning, trust, distraction-minimization, obstacle-conquering and working with others. You can do it. Learn how.

presented by Dave Smith of Logia Consulting Inc. on May 17, 2022

leadership
decision making
2022
video
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Positive Impacts

Would you like to run a business that positively impacts profits, people and the planet? As funding trends and consumer interests are changing, learn about some of the certifications, practices and funding options that can help you to run a sustainable business.

presented by Katrina German of Ethical Digital on May 10, 2022

sustainability
2022
video
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Nurturing Motivating Environments

Understand the issues of power and motivation and the choices a manager can make to influence the behaviour of others.

presented by Dave Smith of Logia Consulting Inc. on April 7, 2022

leadership
2022
video
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Show Me the Money

As a start up, a key ingredient to your success is knowing how to maximize non-dilutive funding to grow and scale. Learn about non-dilutive funding, where the money is, the method behind funding and the process to capture dollars effectively.

presented by Denise Baril of The Grant Sherpa on March 24, 2022

grants
2022
video
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The Art & Science of Effective Delegation

How do we get things done through others? Learn four core activities for managers as well as how to delegate effectively by identifying barriers, understanding who to delegate to and knowing what you need for an effective "handoff."

presented by Dave Smith of Logia Consulting Inc. on March 3, 2022

leadership
2022
video
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Getting “Investor Ready” Finance & Risk

Learn how to build robust cashflow models and incorporate risk management strategies in your business that provide confidence to investors about your ability to manage your business.

presented by Karri Howlett of Karri Howlett Consulting on February 17, 2022

risk management
2022
video
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Find the Right Employee

Learn how your recruitment strategy and a well-thought process in mind, can develop a successful plan to find the right person for the position.

presented by Tracy Arno of Essence Recruitment Inc. on January 25, 2022

human resources
recruitment
2022
video
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ESG Made Easy

Learn about ESG (Environment, Social and Governance), why it is important, and how to develop and implement an ESG strategy in your business.

presented by Karri Howlett of Karri Howlett Consulting on January 13, 2022

esg
2022
video
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What to Consider Before Contacting a Patent Agent

Rob Hendry reviews all the important things to consider before contacting a patent agent.

presented by Rob Hendry of Miller Thomson LLP on October 21, 2021

patents
startups
2021
video
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Grants 101

This session will show you the ins and outs of the grant landscape in Canada, providing expert tips and tricks from those who work with grant funding every day.

presented by Ben Walter and Anjelica Buha of pocketed on June 29, 2021

grants
2021
video
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Habits for Service Excellence

Build the crucial habits you need to deliver service excellence.

presented by Barry Davis of The Human Side on June 8, 2021

health and wellness
productivity
2021
video
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Pandemic Fatigue

Learn about pandemic fatigue and how that might be presenting for ourselves, our loved ones and our coworkers.

presented by Jenn Minor Johannson of JMJ Coaching on May 26, 2021

health and wellness
covid-19
2021
video
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Do You Have Stress or Does Stress Have You?

Discover what is causing stress in the first place, then learn how to reduce stress, increase productivity and claim your energy back.

presented by Alice Wheaton of CoreGrowth Foundations Inc. on May 17, 2021

health and wellness
2021
video
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Trends in Remote Learning

Explore the challenges and opportunities that accompany remote learning and learn about the trends and solutions to keep learning alive in a remote workplace setting.

presented by Koreen Mak of Peppermint Technologies Inc. on April 1, 2021

learning
2021
video
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Communicating with Clarity in Virtual Workplaces

The transition from face-to-face to virtual communication in the workplace has made clear and effective communication more important than ever — learn how to communicate with clarity.

presented by Michelle Boulton of 3c publications on March 18, 2021

communication
2021
video
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Protecting Your Data During a Pandemic

Understand our current landscape and learn practical strategies to protect your information and your operations.

presented by David Krebs of Miller Thomson LLP and Aniket Bhardwaj of Charles River Associates on March 11, 2021

cybersecurity
2021
video
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Saving Like Never Before

Learn about personal financial planning opportunities, TFSAs vs RRSPs, the 2020 RRSP deadline and how best to protect your family and investments.

presented by Alex Topolnitsky of Aurora Financial Solutions on February 23, 2021

financial
2021
video
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Advanced Tech Benefits

Discover the suite of services, support and advantages of this exclusive benefits program — designed specifically for companies like yours.

presented by Staci Heinbigner of Sutton Benefits & Pension on January 21, 2021

benefits
partnership program
human resources
2021
video
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The Shifting Thinking of Work

Learn how successful people integrate their business, entrepreneurship ventures and family life and still be able to achieve their goals.

presented by CK Tan of Priority Solutions on January 13, 2021

productivity
health and wellness
2021
video
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Tactical Marketing for B2B

In the final part of Jill's marketing series, she focusses on brand development vs. demand creation, aligning tactics to a funnel and prioritizing marketing tactics.

presented by Jill Sauter of Jill Sauter Marketing & Communications on December 10, 2020

b2b
marketing
customers
2020
video
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Internships and Long-Term Project Support Through Mitacs

Learn how companies and not-for-profit organizations in any sector can take advantage of Mitacs’ connections and funding programs.

presented by Zsuzsa Papp of Mitacs on December 8, 2020

internships
projects
2020
video
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B2B Marketing Messages

In part two of a three part series, Jill focusses on problems your product / service can solve and what customers need to hear.

presented by Jill Sauter of Jill Sauter Marketing & Communications on December 3, 2020

b2b
marketing
customers
2020
video
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Understanding Your B2B Customers

In part one of a three part series, Jill focusses on targeting, multiple customers within the business, customer pain points and defining the funnel.

presented by Jill Sauter of Jill Sauter Marketing & Communications on November 26, 2020

b2b
marketing
2020
video
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Culture Building for CEOs in the Time of COVID-19

Wacth Jean-Guy LeBlanc workshop live with CEO Greg Sutton on TinyEYE’s culture.

presented by Jean-Guy LeBlanc of Wellspring Growth Systems on November 18, 2020

covid-19
ceo
culture
2020
video
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DND IDEaS Program

Learn about DND IDEaS program is a $1.6B, 20-year program to solve defence and security challenges for the Department of National Defence.

presented by Kris Ruiter of Public Services and Procurement Canada with the Governement of Canada on November 12, 2020

procurement
government
2020
video
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Finding and Bidding on Federal Government Tenders

Learn about tender document language and best practices for submitting a bid.

presented by Kris Ruiter of Public Services and Procurement Canada with the Governement of Canada on September 24, 2020

procurement
government
2020
video
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Registering as a Supplier and Finding Opportunities to Sell

Learn about the benefits and processes to get on the Supplier Registration Information database and how to use the various tools to find opportunities.

presented by Kris Ruiter of Public Services and Procurement Canada with the Governement of Canada on September 16, 2020

procurement
government
2020
video
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Scale Yourself to Grow to the Next Level

Discover who you are today and how to grow yourself (and your business) to what you want tomorrow.

presented by Jasmine Kernaleguen of AMP Coaching and Consulting on September 10, 2020

startups
self development
2020
video
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Myth-Busting Federal Government Procurement

Learn more about federal government procurement processes and opportunities.

presented by Kris Ruiter of Public Services and Procurement Canada with the Governement of Canada on September 2, 2020

procurement
government
2020
video
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Fuel for the Rocket

Get the ins and outs of raising pre-seed through series A rounds, along with insights on how to incentivize employees through options and other arrangements.

presented by Joe Gill of McKercher LLP on August 26, 2020

startups
raising capital
2020
video
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How to Set Up an Effective Facebook Ad

Find the right audience, the right message and the right photos to connect with potential clients using Facebook.

presented by Katrina German of katrinagerman.com on August 11, 2020

social media
advertising
marketing
2020
video
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Understanding Programmatic Recruitment

Learn about programmatic recruitment -- the use of technology to determine the appropriate sources and then interface directly with all of the best job boards / social media available.

presented by Steve Kennedy from Joveo on August 5, 2020

human resources
recruitment
partnership program
2020
video
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Organize or Agonize

Learn about the knowledge worker revolution, the four D's of decision making, productivity pirates and the urgent value add matrix.

presented by Andy Sherwood, Owner of Priority Management on July 22, 2020

productivity
teams
2020
video
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Managing Remote Teams

Learn how you can effectively manage a remote team, or simply provide greater flexibility to your local employees with an effective remote strategy.

presented by monday.com on July 16, 2020

business
teams
partnership program
2020
video
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Intro to Customer Experience and Startups

Janelle introduces the concepts of customer experience (CX), shares stories and talks about why startups need to have a CX strategy.

presented by Janelle Mansfield, Extreme Sales Growth Expert on July 8, 2020

customers
startups
2020
video
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Identify, and Remove, Five Sources of Customer Friction

Alice discusses how reducing or eliminating friction from your sales process will have an immediate and positive impact on your top line cash flow.

presented by Alice Wheaton, Extreme Sales Growth Expert on July 2, 2020

customers
sales
2020
video
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Build Your Azure and IoT Skill Sets

Deepark and Nik introduce you to Azure IoT with examples and a Q&A session.

presented by Deepak Kaushik and Nik Shahriar from Azure IoT Coast 2 Coast on June 25, 2020

it
2020
video
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The Art & Science of Marketing

Ryan Townend discusses how to build a brand and marketing plan that drives results during challenging economic times.

presented by Ryan Townend from William Joseph Communications on June 11, 2020

branding
marketing
2020
video
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Intellectual Property Strategy

Marnie Fyten discusses how protecting intangible assets through formal IP rights can give you an advantage over the competition and identify potential partners.

presented by Marnie Fyten from the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) on June 11, 2020

business
intellectual property
2020
video
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Government Incentives for Your Company

Ryan Dumonceaux and David Arthur share information on the new measures the Government of Canada and provincial governments have introduced to support Canadians and stimulate the economy.

presented by Ryan Dumonceaux and David Arthur from Deloitte’s Government Investment and Innovation Incentives on May 28, 2020

business
2020
video
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How to Create a Self-Driving, Empowered, Loyal Workforce

Danielle Robson shares how an employer can cultivate a motivated, eager-to-excel workforce through clear policies, procedures and employee role descriptions.

presented by Danielle Robson from Synergy Business Solutions on May 14, 2020

human resources
2020
video
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I Think I Have Been Hacked

David Krebs, a Privacy & Technology Lawyer, answers your questions about avoiding ransomware, email compromise and other cyberattacks.

presented by David Krebs from Miller Thomson LLP on April 28, 2020

cybersecurity
2020
slides
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Managing Your Financial Goals Through The Crisis

Colton Wiegers shares knowledge he’s gathered from suppliers, governments and his team on how to help you manage your financial goals and stay on track.

presented by Colton Wiegers from Wiegers Financial & Benefits on April 23, 2020

financial
covid-19
2020
video
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Communicating during the COVID-19 Crisis

The professional relationships we maintain are what will see us through these difficult times. How we communicate internally and externally will directly impact our road to recovery.

presented by Dan Gold from Martin Charlton Communications on April 16, 2020

communication
covid-19
2020
video
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Conquering Mental Health Challenges Doesn't Happen Alone

Listen in to learn about how stigma is starting to fall, the gap you can fill, your right as a human to talk, the power of hope and strategies vs. tools in making a difference.

presented by Angellah and James Brayshaw from Saskatchewan Mental Health Training & Support Teams on April 9, 2020

health and wellness
covid-19
2020
video
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