March 4, 2008 - Small Business Seminar
'The Basics of Starting a New Business' 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm @ Toronto Downtown Location

This seminar will address the key considerations when making starting a new business venture. Learn more about legal structure, business registration and business planning. This seminar is a must for anyone starting a new business.
www.tbdc.com/business/seminars.asp.

March 5, 2008 - Ontario Works Self Employment Development Program
'Orientation Session' 11:00 am @ Toronto Downtown Location

TBDC will conduct an information session for those seeking a competitive advantage when starting a new business. The program is available to residents of Toronto who are unemployed and in receipt of Social Assistance Benefits. The program provides eligible unemployed people who want to start their own business with comprehensive business training, practical advisory assistance and other forms of support.
www.tbdc.com/business/self.asp.

March 11, 2008 - Small Business Seminar
'Developing a Business Plan' 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm @ Toronto Downtown Location

A detailed plan is critical to the success of any business. Learn about the step-by-step creation of a comprehensive, properly formatted business plan that will help you achieve your business goals.
www.tbdc.com/business/seminars.asp.

March 11, 2008 - Small Business Seminar
'Bookkeeping Basics for Business Success' 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm @ Toronto Downtown Location

With the tax season upon us, come prepared to hear of practical ideas that will allow you to maximize your accountant’s time and minimize the cost. - Sylvana La Selva
www.tbdc.com/business/seminars.asp.

March 11, 2008 - Small Business Seminar
'Unleash Your Public Relations Potential' 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm @ Toronto Downtown Location

You'll learn how to get the right kind of exposure in front of the right kind of people - the people who need and want what you offer! You'll discover the best way to generate leads, be it through the mass media, speaking before live audiences, business networking, and/or a lead-generating web site. - Jennifer Beal
www.tbdc.com/business/seminars.asp.

March 11, 2008 - Small Business Seminar
'Building A Web Presence for Your Business' 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm @ Toronto Downtown Location

In this day and age, to be successful, most businesses need to be found on the internet. What type of web presence does your company need? What steps do you need to take and can you do it within your budget? This seminar will take you through the process of marketing your business on the internet, and give you the tools needed to make the most of it. - Kevin Virtue
www.tbdc.com/business/seminars.asp.

March 11, 2008 - Small Business Seminar
'Customer Care and Handling for Small Business' 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm @ Toronto Downtown Location

Customer service is the most neglected yet arguably most important part of maintaining revenue as it's much easier to retain a customer (or gain referrals) than it is to find new ones. Find out what you need to know from a facilitator with twenty years in the field. - Peter Shear
www.tbdc.com/business/seminars.asp.

March 18, 2008 - Small Business Seminar
'Marketing for Success' 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm @ Toronto Downtown Location

Hear from an expert about market research, identifying your target customer, positioning and the essentials of developing effective marketing strategies.
www.tbdc.com/business/seminars.asp.

March 25, 2008 - Small Business Seminar
'Tax and Cash Flow Strategies' 6:30 - 9:30 pm @ Toronto Downtown Location

Important accounting concepts that every new entrepreneur should know will be discussed. Learn about PST and GST requirements. Hear about tax-saving expense deductions for small business, good record-keeping techniques and cash flow forecasting.
www.tbdc.com/business/seminars.asp.