Welcome to the heart of the Greater Stouffville Chamber’s vibrant business community — our exciting events page! Here, you’ll discover a calendar packed with diverse opportunities designed to inspire, connect, and empower our members. From monthly member-hosted networking nights to insightful economic and government affairs breakfasts, our events are crafted to cater to every interest and need.
Join us for gala dinners that celebrate our community’s achievements, engage in Special Interest Group events that foster collaboration among like-minded professionals, and attend educational workshops to sharpen your skills and knowledge. With something for everyone, our events provide the perfect platform to grow your network, learn from industry leaders, and elevate your business.
Many of our events are free for members, and members always enjoy discounted rates, making it even more rewarding to be part of the Greater Stouffville Chamber community. Be sure to register early, as our events sell out quickly. Dive in and explore the opportunities that await you — your next great connection or breakthrough idea could be just an event away!
Tuesday Feb 1, 2022
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM EST
About Founder Fundamentals
Interested in building your entrepreneurial skills to launch your startup?
YSpace, York University’s innovation hub, is partnering with the Markham Small Business Centre (MSBC) to host an 11-week educational program called Founders Fundamentals.
Whether you are a professional services company, brick and mortar or technology startup, the program aims to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge needed to succeed. Spanning across topics such as finance 101, to how to write a business plan, to legal basics and more, this program provides a wide range of learning. In addition, the program connects you with local resources for potential next steps as you progress in your entrepreneurial ventures.
Individuals who attend at least 9 out of the 11 workshops will receive an Innovation York Certificate of Completion, illustrating your dedication to learning about the essentials of launching a successful business.
About the Workshop
Are you looking to launch a startup or propel your startup into scaleup? In this workshop, we can give you the key systems and processes you can implement in your business right away to ensure you are building a strong financial foundation. Whether you are looking to grow exponentially or in the market for raising money, this webinar is a great starting point.
We will show you what tools and apps you can implement to make sure you are tracking your business revenue and expenses, and building your financial reports for key stakeholders. We will also show you the basic terminology and meaning of financial statements and what you need to watch out for as a founder or CEO. Lastly, we will go through the foundation of Canadian tax, including sales tax, personal tax, and corporate tax.
This workshop aims to cover the following items:
About the Presenter
Zahra Qureshi Zahra Qureshi, a qualified CPA, CMA launched Optinum Professional Corp. to provide social enterprises (SEs) support for accounting, finance and social impact. She aspires to make these topics accessible and useful in creating sustainable small businesses and SEs. She also delivers workshops and supports as a mentor at entrepreneurship incubators locally. In 2020, Zahra launched non-profit Social Venture Circuit as a learning platform for SEs, hosted its first conference successfully in November 2020 and joined Startup Canada’s community leader network.
Unlock unparalleled opportunities by sponsoring events with the Greater Stouffville Chamber of Commerce. Join fellow business leaders, community partners, and local influencers to forge valuable connections and collaborations that will enrich both our community and your business. As a sponsor, your business will gain exceptional visibility and showcase its commitment to supporting our vibrant local business community, all while being in front of influential business and political leaders in the region.
Our diverse lineup of events includes the Annual Spring Dinner featuring the Mayor’s State of the Town Address, the fall Greater Stouffville Business Hall of Fame Dinner, the winter Economic Outlook Breakfast, monthly member-hosted networking nights, and other exciting events throughout the year. We offer a variety of sponsorship levels to position your brand and engage in meaningful ways to achieve your goals. Additionally, we are eager to collaborate with sponsors to create tailored event opportunities and offer bundling deals for sponsoring multiple events.
Our dynamic Chamber sold out all its events in 2024, making sponsorship a fantastic way to elevate your business presence in Greater Stouffville. Don’t miss this chance to connect with key community figures. Contact us at christian@stouffvillechamber.ca to explore sponsorship opportunities.
The Greater Stouffville Chamber is pleased to offer Special Interest Groups (SIGs) as part of our initiative to enhance member engagement and connectivity. These SIGs are communities within our Chamber that focus on advancing specific areas of interest, fostering collaboration among members with shared goals.
Currently, we have launched two SIGs:
Each SIG is led by a Chamber member and is designed to drive change and produce solutions through communication, meetings, and organized events. These groups provide unique opportunities to network with peers, share resources, and develop strategies to address challenges specific to their focus area.
Participation in a SIG is exclusive to Chamber members, making it an excellent opportunity for professional growth and community building. If you or someone you know is interested in joining one of our SIGs, please contact us at taya@stouffvillechamber.ca for more information and to secure your spot.
