Upcoming Community Business & Career Events

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First Steps in Exporting

The Ministry of Economic Development and Trade will share with you resources, programs and services available to potential exporters including export readiness, market research, export planning and practical issues.  Presented in partnership with Halton Region Small Business Centre.

Thursday, September 23, 2010
Time:  6:30 – 8:30pm
Location:  Central Branch Auditorium

Cost:  FREE
To register:  Call Access Halton at 1-866-442-5866.

Starting a Small Business

This seminar focuses on starting your business (record keeping, fiscal periods, accounting methods); rights and obligations (payment of taxes, audits) and income and expenses. Canada Revenue Agency’s services available to small business are also discussed. Presented in partnership with the Canada Revenue Agency.

Thursday, September 30, 2010
Time:  6 – 8:30pm
Location:  Central Branch Auditorium

Cost:  FREE
To register:  Call Oakville Public Library at 905-815-2044.

Harmonized Sales Tax (HST)

Starting a small business? Learn how the HST works.  Clarify your responsibilities for collecting and remitting the HST.  Get your questions answered!  Presented in partnership with the Canada Revenue Agency.

Thursday, October 7, 2010
Time:  6 – 8:30pm
Location:  Central Branch Auditorium

Cost:  FREE
To register:  Call Oakville Public Library at 905-815-2044.

Payroll Information for New Employers

The Canada Revenue Agency will review payroll requirements for deducting, remitting and reporting amounts for the Canada Pension Plan, Employment Insurance and income tax. Presented in partnership with the Canada Revenue Agency.

Thursday, October 14, 2010
Time:  6 – 8:30 pm
Location:  Central Branch Auditorium

Cost:  FREE
To register:  Call Oakville Public Library at 905-815-2044.

E-services for businesses / Keeping books & records

This two part seminar covers the services available electronically from the Canada Revenue Agency and an overview of the required books and records to be kept by your small business. Part of the Small Business Information Series. Presented in partnership with the Canada Revenue Agency.

Thursday, October 21, 2010
Time:  6:00 – 8:30 pm
Location:  Central Branch Auditorium

Cost:  FREE
To register:  Call Oakville Public Library at 905-815-2044.

Growing in the Right Direction

Get the best advice from business experts.  A lawyer, an accountant and a marketing expert will assist with your challenges and questions.  Presented in partnership with the Halton Region Small Business Centre.

Tuesday October 26, 2010
Time:  6:30 – 8:30 pm
Location:  Central Branch Auditorium

Cost:  $20
To register, call Access Halton at 1-866-442-5866

Business Sources @ Your Fingertips

Need to identify competitors or prospects? Want to research your business sector or target market?  This hands-on workshop shows you the FREE online resources available from the Oakville Public Library, and the best websites to use in addressing your business needs.

 Thursday, November 18, 2010
Time:  6:30 – 8:30
Location:  Iroquois Ridge Branch

Cost:  FREE

Register:  Space is limited!  Contact Cathy Burke cburke@oakville.ca or 905-815-2042, ext. 5057.

Resume Help Days

Develop a targeted and effective resume with a Career Information Specialist from The Centre for Skills Development & Training.  Interview tips and tricks can also be discussed!  Specialists will be available one afternoon a month. Job-seekers can book a FREE 45 minute appointment by calling The Centre to register. Just choose the date, time and branch location that suits you!

FREE
12:30-3:30pm
To register call The Centre at 905 845 1157 ext. 121

Upcoming dates: 

August 18 – Central Branch

September 15 – White Oaks

 

October 20 – Iroquois Ridge

 


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