EOAN News
PARO Cluster Innovation Tables (CIT)
Posted on : 2024-10-09
PARO is organisation a series of cluster innovation tables (CIT) to help women-owned companies in the consumer-packaged goods space scale. CITs provide space for women entrepreneurs to discuss obstacles to business growth, while community leaders and advisors talk about collective resources and solutions available. Important to this process is developing collaborative strategies including potential policy, program and protocol alternatives that will work to make positive system change and increased gender equity.
The events are free and virtual.
Do you Qualify?
In order to qualify you need to:
- Be a woman owned, woman led business; where you have at least 51% ownership.
- Be at least 2 years in Business.
- Have the business registered in one of these provinces: BC, AB, SK, MB, ON, NS, NL
- Have $50,000 in sales for at least two consecutive years.
- be ready to take active steps to grow/scale your business [regionally, nationally, internationally].
- be in the consumer packaged good space
- Participants can only participate in ***one*** of the CITs.
CIT Scheduls:
Agri-Food CIT #2 (23 Oct 2024)
Agri-Food CIT #3 (24 Oct 2024)
Agri-Food CIT #4 (6 Nov 2024)
Atlantic Agri-Food CIT #5 (7 Nov 2024)
Agri-Food CIT #6 (22 Jan 2025)
Agri-Food CIT #7 (23 Jan 2025)
- The CIT’s will be held from 13h00 to 15h00 EST
- Participation is voluntary and unpaid.
- Clients may participate in one session only
PARO Webinars
Posted on : 2024-09-19
Make sure to check out what webinars PARO has available.
11th Annual EFAO Conference
Posted on : 2024-09-19
The EFAO Team is excited to invite you to take part in the 11th Annual EFAO Conference as a sponsor or exhibitor. We are looking forward to welcoming over 300 farmers, agricultural experts, and community members to this 2-day gathering at The Doubletree by Hilton in Kingston, on December 4th and 5th.
Vendor Show – Sunday, October 6th
Posted on : 2024-09-19
Vendor Show
Sunday, October 6th
9am-3pm
Arena JR Brisson – 758 Brebeuf Street, Casselman
Tables are $25/ea for any on our members and 50$ for any non-member
Option to give promotional materials for SWAG bags
Participants can donate a $25.00 item to share in the event raffle
FEAST Program
Posted on : 2024-09-19
The FEAST Accreditation Program will provide pathways and resources to Indigenous food tourism businesses aspiring to grow and improve their experiences and market readiness. The program will have both operator-facing and visitor-facing components, and participants will complete a checklist with several criteria that will assist them in providing authentic and meaningful cultural experiences for visitors through amazing and meaningful Indigenous foodways.
Hey Cow, I see you now! Auction – September 21, 2024
Posted on : 2024-09-18
The Festival de la Curd is proud to invite you to a unique event: the Hey Cow, I See You Now! Auction. This special occasion will take place on Saturday, September 21, 2024, at the St-Albert Community Centre starting at 2:30 PM.
Why Attend?
This auction will feature life-sized fiberglass cows, painted by local artists in 2020 and 2021. These pieces were displayed throughout the region to celebrate local art and agricultural traditions. All funds raised will go towards building a new children’s playground at Jean-Maurice Lavergne Park.
Auction Details:
- Location: St-Albert Community Centre (201 Main Street, St-Albert)
- Time: 2:30 PM
- Duration: 2 hours
This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to take home a piece of local art while supporting a vital community project. Don’t miss out—this is your first and last chance to participate in this extraordinary auction at the Festival de la Curd!
Social Media 101: The Basics
Posted on : 2024-09-16
Join us on September 17th for Social Media 101: The Basics, an engaging workshop designed for beginners and anyone looking to solidify their understanding of social media platforms. Whether you’re a seasoned business owner, a budding entrepreneur, or simply eager to improve your online presence, this session will cover everything from setting up profiles to strategies for engaging your audience. Our experienced instructor will guide you through the current landscape of social media, highlighting key features, benefits, and tips for effectively navigating platforms. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to elevate your social media skills!
Business Bootcamp
Posted on : 2024-09-16
The Business Bootcamp is designed for farmers who are:
- Eager to plan their expenses, revenue, and profits throughout a year
- Stuck on how to market their products
- Looking to build confidence in their ability to run a farm business
- Overwhelmed with where to look for loans, grants, and other sources of funding
- Excited to have guidance from other farmers who have been in their shoes
- Unsure how to calculate the financial feasibility of their farm dream
- Seeking structure to guide them through the process of developing a business plan
WHEN: October 2 – December 11, 2024 on Wednesday evenings (5–7 pm Pacific Time, 6–8 pm Mountain Time, 7–9 pm Central Time, 8–10 pm Eastern Time, 9–11 pm Atlantic Time)
WHERE: Online – join us from anywhere you have an internet connection!
How to Create Newsletters with Mailchimp
Posted on : 2024-09-16
Are you looking to improve your email marketing strategies and create captivating newsletters that engage your audience? This webinar will guide you through the process of creating impactful newsletters using Mailchimp. Participants will gain valuable insights into best practices, design techniques, and email marketing strategies to take your campaigns to the next level. By the end of the session, participants will…
- Design eye-catching newsletter templates that align with your brand.
- Craft compelling content that resonates with your subscribers.
- Optimize your newsletters for maximum engagement.
Save your seat here!
Foodpreneur Advantage
Posted on : 2024-08-12
The Cornwall SDG Business Enterprise Centre, in partnership with the London Small Business Centre and with the support of the Eastern Ontario Agri-Food Network, is launching a new program: Foodpreneur Advantage.
This program offers excellent resources for aspiring food entrepreneurs in our region. Through introductory seminars and training (no cost to participate!), participants will gain the knowledge and support needed to turn their food business ideas into reality. The program runs four times per year, with the next session starting August 16th.
Foodpreneur Advantage connects participants with industry experts, provides mentorship opportunities, and covers essential topics such as:
- Starting a Food Business & Regulatory Compliance
- How to Sell Your Food Product
- Costing & Pricing for Profits
- Marketing & Branding Your Food Product
- Labelling & Packaging Your Food Product
- Selling to Food Retailers
The program has a proven track record of helping launch successful food businesses in southern Ontario, including specialty snacks, beverages, and baked good and now its our turn in Eastern Ontario!
Learn more and register for the upcoming August 16th session at: https://businessenterprisecentre.ca/start/programs/
