Full line-up of events released!
Just like you do in business, we have been busy pivoting Small Business Week to ensure it is a safe experience for our community. With a few new initiatives added to the lineup, we will bring together small business owners across the city for a dynamic and inspiring week. So, what is different this year?
Coffee drive-throughs
Let us fuel your morning, grab a coffee at one of five coffee drive-throughs throughout the week. We will be serving up Monogram coffee, along with offering COVID-19 vaccinations through the City of Calgary. Our to TELUS and Intact Insurance for bringing this to life.
Workshops
We have two unique virtual workshops; The good, the bad, and the ugly of going global and What’s next for your business? Presented by Grant Thornton these workshops will leave you with tangible take-aways you can implement immediately into your business practices.
Events
Tech: unpacking a sector and enabling small businesses:
We are hosting an intimate networking event focused on our thriving tech community and how technology is enabling growth for small businesses across Calgary. Sign up now for this in-person event. Tickets are limited.
Your Small Business Week favourites will still be happening, including the Small Business Week Virtual Summit and Calgary Small Business Awards Gala. Check out our website to meet the speakers, learn more about what is new and how we are keeping you safe, and sign up to get engaged with Small Business Week!
Pathways to Potential:
2021 Municipal Election Platform
With less than one week to go until the municipal election, we highlight a few key policy pieces, including local priorities for businesses and one of the referendums on the ballot.
This fall, call on Calgary’s next Mayor and City Council to make it easier to do business in Calgary.
We need to make it simple and straightforward to start, scale-up and grow a business in Calgary. We also need an ecosystem that facilitates business-to-business and business-to-consumer connections and collaborations.
A primer on Alberta's equalization referendum
On the ballot there will also be a question about whether equalization payments should be removed from the constitution. Ahead of the election, we've partnered with Business Council of Alberta and the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce for an in-depth primer on the issue and what it could mean for your business and our province.
Supports for businesses implementing REP
The Calgary Business Support Grant launches today, providing $2,000 to businesses impacted by the Provincial Restrictions Exemption Program (REP). In addition, the provincial government will be launching the REP Implementation Grant in the coming weeks, which will provide businesses with an additional $2,000.
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New SBW event
The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of Going Global
Tuesday, October 19, 2021
For most founders, establishing a successful local business is step one. However, if you want to grow and expand your market, you need to sell globally. Hear from three local entrepreneurs (virtually) and learn the good, the bad AND the ugly to help you better prepare your business for global expansion.
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New SBW event
What’s next for your business? Presented by Grant Thornton
Wednesday, October 20, 2021
Join us and fellow business leaders (virtually) for a forward-looking conversation that will help you navigate your options and consider your next move—whether that’s to unlock new opportunities, drive new growth or plan your exit.
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New SBW event
Tech: unpacking a sector and enabling small businesses
Wednesday, October 20, 2021
During Small Business Week we are gathering in-person to take a look at our thriving tech sector, how it is impacting and benefiting other businesses and what is need to grow and scale this important industry.
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Next week
Small Business Week Virtual Summit
Thursday, October 21, 2021
Small Business Week is one week away and tickets are selling fast! Don't miss out on this full day of keynotes, panels and workshops that are sure to inspire.
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Next week
Small Business Week Awards Gala
Friday, October 22, 2021
Let's celebrate Calgary's best! Join us for the Calgary Small Business Awards Gala as we announce the winners of the coveted Small Business Week Awards.
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