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SUMMARY:Myth-Busting Government Procurement Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Ottawa Newcomer Entrepreneurs Hub is hosting an event in collaboration with Procurement Assistance Canada and Change Maker Hub on how to market your business to government buyers! \nMyth-busting Government Procurement- FREE IN-PERSON WORKSHOP! \nWhen: Thursday\, June 29\, 4:30 -6pm \nWhere: 815 St. Laurent Blvd. Room 220 (Free parking available) \nDid you know that the Government of Canada buys billions of dollars’ worth of goods and services each year? Do you think they only buy from big companies? Would you be surprised to learn that many of these contracts are awarded to small businesses in Canada? \nLet us help you decide if selling to the Government of Canada is appropriate for you. \nJoin us to dispel some myths about selling to government and find out: \n• What the government buys\n• Who the government buys from\n• How the government buys\n• Where to find resources and free support for small businesses. \nPlease register using Eventbrite. \nEnglish/ Anglais
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/myth-busting-government-procurement-workshop/
LOCATION:815 St. Laurent Blvd\, Ottawa
CATEGORIES:Business Entrepreneurship,Learning Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Newcomer Entrepreneurs Hub (ONE Hub)":MAILTO:info@onehubottawa.ca
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SUMMARY:Employer Awards and Learning Forum
DESCRIPTION:The Employer Excellence Awards recognize local employers for their innovative workplace policies and practices around the recruitment and integration of skilled immigrant employees into their organization. \nA panel of the Award-wining employers will share their insights\, strategies\, and best practices for recruiting immigrants and creating welcoming and inclusive workplaces. \nWhy Attend: \nGain valuable knowledge and insights from award-winning employers.\nEnhance your recruitment strategies for recruiting immigrant talent.\nLearn best practices for creating welcoming and inclusive workplaces. \nWho should attend? \nEmployers\, Business Owners\, HR Professionals\, Recruiters\, Managers and Team Leaders across all industries and sectors.
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/employer-awards-and-learning-forum/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Entrepreneurship
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hire Immigrants Ottawa (HIO)":MAILTO:pkwakye@unitedwayeo.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230628T090000
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DTSTAMP:20260814T021325
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SUMMARY:Summer Open House
DESCRIPTION:Our resource centre is ready to welcome you and share all about our free services. \n*You need access to computers and Wifi?\n*You need to print copies of your resume to drop-off?\n*You need a quiet office space for a virtual interview? \nWe have you covered! Benefit from the expertise of our experienced employment specialists to boost your job search. Curious about what we have to offer? Drop by to enjoy complementary lemonade and snacks. The public is welcome! \nLanguage: English\, French\, Arabic\, Creole \nRegister here.
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/summer-open-house-2/
LOCATION:200 Elgin St\, Ottawa
CATEGORIES:Business Entrepreneurship,Learning Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="St Lawrence College Employment Service":MAILTO:eso@sl.on.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230627T173000
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DTSTAMP:20260814T021325
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230626T140203Z
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SUMMARY:Ottawa Black Entrepreneur Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:Networking event to bring together individuals who are involved in various aspects of entrepreneurship. The event will provide a platform for Black entrepreneurs\, business owners\, community partners and other professional immigrants to connect\, collaborate\, and build relationships within the entrepreneurial community. Bringing together passionate Black entrepreneurs and innovators dedicated to making a positive impact in our community. \nRegistration link: https://forms.office.com/r/8E5eNYugvz \nLanguage: English \n 
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/ottawa-black-entrepreneur-networking-event/
LOCATION:Chnge Mker Innovation Hub\, 44 ByWard Market Square\, Suite 207\, Ottawa
CATEGORIES:Business Entrepreneurship
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chnge Mker Innovation Hub":MAILTO:m.abow@chngemkerhub.com or s.keddon@chngemkerhub.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230621T160000
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SUMMARY:Let's celebrate entrepreneurial diversity in Ottawa-Gatineau!
DESCRIPTION:Meet entrepreneurs from diverse backgrounds and discover the programs and organizations that promote immigrant entrepreneurship. \nEvent Highlights: \n\nWalk-in Entrepreneurship Clinic: 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.\nRound table: Opportunities and obstacles for new entrepreneurs in the Ottawa-Gatineau region: 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.\nNetworking: 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (Bites/drinks).\n\nLanguage: Bilingual
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/lets-celebrate-entrepreneurial-diversity-in-ottawa-gatineau/
LOCATION:Factorie Desjardins\, 2nd floor of Pavilion H\, Collège La Cité\, 801 Aviation Parkway\, Ottawa
CATEGORIES:Business Entrepreneurship
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jaime Baquero - RAEM":MAILTO:info@raem.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230621T133000
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SUMMARY:Meet and Greet with World Skills Clients
DESCRIPTION:World Skills staff and clients will come together in person to share success stories and network. Clients will have the opportunity to meet staff who have supported them for the last six month to one year\, but mostly through remote services. It will be a great opportunity to meet and make the so much needed human connections. \nLight refreshments will be served. The event will be by invitation only and most communication will be in English\, but there will be bilingual World Skills staff on site. \nLanguage: English
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/meet-and-greet-with-world-skills-clients/
LOCATION:310 Miwate Pvt. Unit 100\, Ottawa
CATEGORIES:Business Entrepreneurship,Learning Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="World Skills Employment Centre":MAILTO:ledianis@ottawa-worldskills.org
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