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Starting a Small Business Seminar
With a range of programs and services tailored to meet your needs, the London Small Business Centre can help you start and grow your business. Attend this free, 90-minute seminar for a full overview of programs and services, and key business startup information.
The Starting a Small Business Seminars are offered twice a month as a webinar or in-person. Please, review the events calendar.
Learn about:
- government programs available
- financing and grants
- no charge, confidential consultations with a Business Advisor
- workshops and seminars to start and grow
- government regulations
- do I have what it takes to operate a small business
- ownership types
- legal & tax considerations
- general licensing & zoning information
- start-up steps
- The importance of creating a business plan
A representative from the City Hall’s Business Hub will be available to answer questions regarding municipal licenses, zoning permits, and other By-laws necessary in operating a business in the City of London.
You will leave with a better understanding of how to get started and utilize many of the small business resources available!
Cost: Free!
Advance registration is required. To register online, select from the upcoming seminar dates listed below.
Starting a Small Business Seminar
IN-PERSON: Starting A Small Business Seminar
Thursday, October 22nd, 2026
VIRTUAL: Starting A Small Business Seminar
Thursday, November 12th, 2026
IN-PERSON: Starting A Small Business Seminar
Tuesday, November 24th, 2026
IN-PERSON: Starting A Small Business in Canada
Friday, December 11th, 2026
IN-PERSON: Starting A Small Business in Canada
Friday, January 8th, 2027
Advanced Business Seminar Series
VIRTUAL: Don’t Wait to Plan Your Exit: Succession Planning for Small Business
Monday, October 19th, 2026
IN-PERSON: T1 – CRA Taxation Requirements for Sole Proprietors
Wednesday, October 21st, 2026
IN-PERSON: Hiring Your First Employee
Thursday, October 22nd, 2026
IN-PERSON: The Seven Steps of Sales
Thursday, October 29th, 2026
In-Person: Maximize Business Income: Smart Tax Strategies for Entrepreneurs
Wednesday, November 4th, 2026
VIRTUAL: Customer Service Seminar: From Browsing to Buying – and back again
Monday, November 23rd, 2026
In-Person: Get Found Online: SEO & AI Search for Small Businesses
Wednesday, December 2nd, 2026
VIRTUAL: T2 – CRA Taxation Requirements for Incorporated Small Businesses
Monday, December 14th, 2026












