Upcoming Events
Join us for workshops and events that support entrepreneurs in the Nipissing and Parry Sound regions
In-Person Event
Beyond Start-Up:
Expert Roundtables for for scale-up-stage, for-profit businesses.
Join us in kicking off Small Business Week with Beyond Start Up — a free, interactive morning designed for established small businesses ready to grow, scale, and take their business to the next level.
Rotate through expert-led, small-group roundtables where you'll have 10 minutes each round to ask questions, get practical advice, and explore strategies for sustainable business growth.
Date: Monday, October 19th
Time: 8:30am-10:30am
Location: 151 Main Street East, North Bay (the Shadfly House)
In-Person Event
Parry Sound Area Small Business Week Event:
Breakfast & Business Connections
Running a business isn’t getting any easier. Costs are rising, hiring is harder, customer expectations are changing, and technology is moving faster than ever. So how do you make sure your business isn’t just surviving today — but is ready for whatever comes next?
Join us for a well-rounded, practical morning featuring a Business Resource Expo, Networking & Keynote Speaker Rick Harris.
When: Thursday, October 22, 2026 from 8:30–11:30 a.m.
Where: Charles W. Stockey Centre, Parry Sound
Registration is required — click the link below for more information and to register.
Foodpreneur Advantage is a series of seminars for entrepreneurs who are looking to gain knowledge in the food and beverage industry.
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Feel free to contact us for more information about our services and programs.
To schedule a consultation, please complete the form here.
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Empowering local entrepreneurs and small businesses.
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(705) 474-0400 x 2302
The SBEC program is delivered locally by The Business Centre Nipissing Parry Sound and funded in partnership with the Government of Ontario.
