Small Business Advisory Centre Smiths Falls/Lanark County

06/02/2026

Google Advertising: How to avoid expensive mistakes

Free Webinar

Hosted by: Small Business Advisory Centre (Smiths Falls/Lanark County)

Speaker: David Bird, Birds Eye Marketing

Date: Monday, June 8th, 2026 Time: 9:30 am-10:45 am

Google Ads can be very profitable. However, basic mistakes will trigger a drain your cash and leave frustrated. This seminar shows you how to stay on the profitable side of Google Ads!

In this beginner level seminar, we’ll run through how to avoid common mistakes and ensure you know how your ads are performing: down ten common costly Google Ads mistakes many “do it your selfers” make and how to fix them; including:

• How to manage automated bidding

• Keyword match types and what works best for you

• Targeting the right user

• Making sure conversion tracking is working

• Set up for success

• The rest will surprise you

You won’t want to miss this if you are thinking about or managing your own Google Ads account. We’ll get your account converting in no time. This seminar is specifically for businesses that want to manage their own Google Ads account. About the Presenter

This webinar is presented by David Bird, Founder and Principal of Bird’s Eye Marketing, an Ottawa firm that specializes in getting businesses found on Google. He has been managing Google Ads (formerly AdWords) accounts since 2012. and is a recognized digital advertising and promotion expert. David specializes in managing modest budget, small business Google Ads accounts.

David offers a full series of seminars about getting your business found on Google, including: • Google Ads • SEO with Google Business Profile • Google Analytics 4 (GA4)

To register for this free session go to https://smallbizcentre.ca/google-advertising-how-to-avoid-expensive-mistakes

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05/31/2026

Monday morning at 9 am!

Cash Flow Strategies for Sustainable Growth

Free Webinar

Hosted by: Small Business Advisory Centre (Smiths Falls/Lanark County)
Speaker: Andrew Patricio, Bizlaunch
Date: Monday, June 1st, 2026
Time: 9:00 am-10:30 am

Running a profitable business is essential, but maintaining positive cash flow is just as critical to cover expenses and fuel growth. In this webinar, we’ll share practical, proven strategies to help you manage your cash flow effectively.

You’ll learn:
• Top Causes of Cash Flow Issues: Understand the common challenges and how to avoid them.
• Actionable Cash Flow Tips: Real-world tips you can start using in your business right away.
• Strategies to Keep Cash Flowing: Proven techniques to keep your cash moving steadily.
• Why Cash Flow Forecasting Matters: Learn how forecasting can help you plan and make informed decisions.
• Simple Solutions for Cash Crunches: Quick fixes to improve daily cash flow and ease financial stress.

Join us to gain the tools and insights you need to strengthen your cash flow and secure your business’s future

To register for this free webinar go to https://smallbizcentre.ca/cash-flow-strategies-for-sustainable-growth/

05/26/2026

Happening this Thursday May 28th!

Join the Foodpreneur Advantage online seminar on how to create labels and packaging that are not only eye-catching, but also compliant and food-safe In this 60-minute session, you’ll learn about:
✔️ Packaging considerations
✔️ Labelling requirements
✔️ Common mistakes to avoid

Featuring guest speaker Nicole Haney, former Founder & CEO of Boho Bars, who will share practical insights on choosing the right packaging and creating compliant labels for your food or beverage product.

Thursday, May 28, 2026
10:00 AM
Online

Register here: https://foodpreneuradvantage.ca/

05/25/2026

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05/25/2026

We will be in Almonte on Friday!

When starting and running your own business you have many questions and concerns. Book some time (in person) with us when we are in Almonte.

Free 45 minutes-1 hour consultations will be available, so that you can meet with us about your start up or your existing small business. Get answers to the questions that you have and get direction on your next steps to take.

We will be in Almonte at the old Town Hall
on May 29th from 9 am - 12 pm.

To book a business advisory meeting on this day contact the Small Business Advisory Centre via @ [email protected] for a time. (prebooked meetings)

05/24/2026

Happening Monday morning at 9 am! It’s free to register for this informative session on Pricing and Breakeven Essentials for Profitability! Don’t miss it! https://smallbizcentre.ca/pricing-and-break-even-essentials-for-profitability/

Pricing and Break-Even Essentials for Profitability

Free Webinar

Hosted by: Small Business Advisory Centre (Smiths Falls/Lanark County)
Speaker: Andrew Patricio, Bizlaunch
Date: Monday, May 25th, 2026
Time: 9:00 am-10:30 am

Pricing is one of the most crucial decisions you’ll make in your business—it’s not something to be taken lightly. Setting prices too high or too low can impact your sales, profitability, and cash flow. In this session, we’ll introduce you to a winning formula to ensure your products and services are priced for maximum profitability.

What We’ll Cover:
✔️Industry and Competitor Insights: Learn how to conduct effective research to understand where your business fits in the market.
✔️Calculating True Costs: Discover the steps to accurately determine the real costs behind your offerings.
✔️Defining a Fair Profit Margin: Understand what’s reasonable and achievable to ensure long-term profitability.
✔️Pricing for Profit: Strategies to price your products or services at a level that supports growth and sustainability.
✔️Boosting Margins Without Raising Prices: Tips to increase your profit margins without increasing your selling prices.
✔️Break-Even Analysis Made Simple: Calculate your monthly and annual break-even sales to test the viability of your business.

Setting your prices strategically will drive profitability and strengthen your business’s financial health

To register for this free webinar go to https://smallbizcentre.ca/pricing-and-break-even-essentials-for-profitability/

05/21/2026

Are you an Ontario food & beverage processor ready to scale smarter? Success isn’t just about having great products-it’s about having smart, repeatable marketing systems that drive long-term growth.

Join OMAFA for a practical, action-focused webinar on June 25 from 10 – 11 am designed specifically for Ontario’s food and beverage processors who want to build sustainable marketing systems without needing a big team or big budget. In this webinar, you’ll learn:

• Marketing tactics that directly support business growth

• How to maximize the resources you already have

• Tips to develop sustainable, repeatable marketing systems

If you’re looking to strengthen your marketing foundation and fuel long-term success, this session is for you. Don’t miss out!

Learn more and register now: https://eventmobi.com/website/food-beverage-marketing?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=dhfacebook&utm_content=app.dashsocial.com%2Fomafa-en%2Flibrary%2Fmedia%2F669604566

05/21/2026

Cash Flow Strategies for Sustainable Growth

Free Webinar

Hosted by: Small Business Advisory Centre (Smiths Falls/Lanark County)
Speaker: Andrew Patricio, Bizlaunch
Date: Monday, June 1st, 2026
Time: 9:00 am-10:30 am

Running a profitable business is essential, but maintaining positive cash flow is just as critical to cover expenses and fuel growth. In this webinar, we’ll share practical, proven strategies to help you manage your cash flow effectively.

You’ll learn:
• Top Causes of Cash Flow Issues: Understand the common challenges and how to avoid them.
• Actionable Cash Flow Tips: Real-world tips you can start using in your business right away.
• Strategies to Keep Cash Flowing: Proven techniques to keep your cash moving steadily.
• Why Cash Flow Forecasting Matters: Learn how forecasting can help you plan and make informed decisions.
• Simple Solutions for Cash Crunches: Quick fixes to improve daily cash flow and ease financial stress.

Join us to gain the tools and insights you need to strengthen your cash flow and secure your business’s future

To register for this free webinar go to https://smallbizcentre.ca/cash-flow-strategies-for-sustainable-growth/

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05/20/2026

Through the Digitalization Competence Centre (DCC), Ontario SMEs have access to funding and resources to adopt digital tools that help improve productivity, modernize operations, and support business growth. Apply today!

Ontario is expanding support to help small businesses adopt digital and AI technologies.

Through the province’s Digital Competence Centre, Ontario is investing an additional $5M to help businesses modernize operations, boost productivity and stay competitive.

Learn more: https://news.ontario.ca/en/release/1007481/ontario-investing-5-million-to-help-small-businesses-adopt-digital-technologies

05/12/2026

Pricing and Break-Even Essentials for Profitability

Free Webinar

Hosted by: Small Business Advisory Centre (Smiths Falls/Lanark County)
Speaker: Andrew Patricio, Bizlaunch
Date: Monday, May 25th, 2026
Time: 9:00 am-10:30 am

Pricing is one of the most crucial decisions you’ll make in your business—it’s not something to be taken lightly. Setting prices too high or too low can impact your sales, profitability, and cash flow. In this session, we’ll introduce you to a winning formula to ensure your products and services are priced for maximum profitability.

What We’ll Cover:
✔️Industry and Competitor Insights: Learn how to conduct effective research to understand where your business fits in the market.
✔️Calculating True Costs: Discover the steps to accurately determine the real costs behind your offerings.
✔️Defining a Fair Profit Margin: Understand what’s reasonable and achievable to ensure long-term profitability.
✔️Pricing for Profit: Strategies to price your products or services at a level that supports growth and sustainability.
✔️Boosting Margins Without Raising Prices: Tips to increase your profit margins without increasing your selling prices.
✔️Break-Even Analysis Made Simple: Calculate your monthly and annual break-even sales to test the viability of your business.

Setting your prices strategically will drive profitability and strengthen your business’s financial health

To register for this free webinar go to https://smallbizcentre.ca/pricing-and-break-even-essentials-for-profitability/