Events – Centre for Women in Business https://www.centreforwomeninbusiness.ca A space for women entrepreneurs to thrive Wed, 23 Sep 2026 13:30:31 +0000 en-CA hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1.2 https://www.centreforwomeninbusiness.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/cropped-icon-cwb-32x32.jpg Events – Centre for Women in Business https://www.centreforwomeninbusiness.ca 32 32 Community Event: Intellectual Property 101 & Building an IP Strategy https://www.centreforwomeninbusiness.ca/events/community-event-intellectual-property-101-building-an-ip-strategy/ Wed, 23 Sep 2026 13:27:36 +0000 https://www.centreforwomeninbusiness.ca/?post_type=event&p=18922

Get the lowdown on protecting your ideas and crafting a smart IP game plan that actually works.

Whether you are an early-stage founder or an established business leader, understanding how to protect your innovations is essential for long-term growth and commercial success.

Join us for an virtual IP 101 session where we will unpack Intellectual Property and show you how to leverage it to protect your business, attract investors, and potentially access funding programs.

What You’ll Learn:

  • IP Foundations: Overview of copyrights, trademarks, patents, trade secrets, and more.
  • Strategic Weigh-In: The pros and cons of each form of protection and how they apply to your business model.
  • Strategy Development: Key tips and best practices for building an actionable IP roadmap.
  • Funding & Support: How strong IP positions your business for commercial growth and financial support opportunities.

Learn more about the event here!

]]> Community Event: IP and Employment Law Considerations: Beyond the Basics https://www.centreforwomeninbusiness.ca/events/community-event-ip-and-employment-law-considerations-beyond-the-basics/ Wed, 23 Sep 2026 13:21:21 +0000 https://www.centreforwomeninbusiness.ca/?post_type=event&p=18920

Join us as we delve into the world of Intellectual Property with a lens on employment law for founders.

Join us for an insightful webinar with Dr. Faylene Lunn, Partner at Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP, as she explores intellectual property and employment law considerations.

For startups and established companies alike, intellectual property is often one of the most valuable assets you have. But who actually owns it? What happens when an employee or contractor leaves? How should you approach AI-generated work? And when is it worth bringing in an IP professional?

This practical, founder-focused session goes beyond the basics to help you identify risks, protect your IP, and make smarter decisions as your business grows.

THIS IS AN IN-PERSON and VIRTUAL EVENT VIA ZOOM.

Learn more about the event here!

]]> 2026 Irvin Glovin Lecture: Our Plates Have No Boundaries https://www.centreforwomeninbusiness.ca/events/2026-irvin-glovin-lecture-our-plates-have-no-boundaries/ Wed, 23 Sep 2026 13:07:22 +0000 https://www.centreforwomeninbusiness.ca/?post_type=event&p=18916 Join culinary historian and cultural activist Michael W. Twitty for a critique of the idea that “food brings people together,” arguing instead that we have responsibility for the task of using the table to foment sustainable positive change and healing.

Before and after the lecture, join us in the McCain lobby to sample African diaspora food prepared by participants in SPICE!

  • Time: Tuesday October 6, 2026 – 07:00 PM
  • Location: Scotiabank Auditorium Marion McCain Arts & Social Sciences Building 6135 University Ave, Halifax, NSB3H 4P9

Additional Information:

  • Reception begins at 7:00pm.
  • Lecture begins at 7:30pm.

Learn more here!

]]> Community Program: Decision Intelligence for Leaders: Integrating Human Judgment and AI (Online asynchronous Course, 5 modules) https://www.centreforwomeninbusiness.ca/events/community-program-decision-intelligence-for-leaders-integrating-human-judgment-and-ai-online-asynchronous-course-5-modules/ Mon, 21 Sep 2026 11:52:09 +0000 https://www.centreforwomeninbusiness.ca/?post_type=event&p=18912 Are you ready to lead your organization into a new era of strategic decision-making? Discover how to integrate human judgment, responsible AI, and robust governance to consistently achieve better outcomes. This course empowers founders, executives, managers, and innovation leaders to master Decision Intelligence, bridging the gap between data, analytics, and effective leadership. By exploring real-world frameworks and actionable models, you’ll gain the tools to drive ethical, measurable, and competitive decisions in today’s dynamic environment.

Learn more and register here!  ]]> EDGE Information Session https://www.centreforwomeninbusiness.ca/events/edge-information-session/ Wed, 16 Sep 2026 17:44:15 +0000 https://www.centreforwomeninbusiness.ca/?post_type=event&p=18901

You’ve built your business. You know it well. But sometimes it takes stepping back and looking at it differently to see what could be better, what could be different, and what could be possible.

The EDGE Initiative helps established women entrepreneurs take that step back. Working one-on-one with an experienced consultant, you’ll examine your business, identify opportunities and focus on the changes that can have the greatest impact.

 

Interested in learning more? Attend the EDGE Initiative information session coming up on October 15th from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm. Register now!

]]> Cape Breton Atlantic Women-owned Business Corporate Roundtable https://www.centreforwomeninbusiness.ca/events/cape-breton-atlantic-women-owned-business-corporate-roundtable/ Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:34:05 +0000 https://www.centreforwomeninbusiness.ca/?post_type=event&p=18898 Join the Centre for Women in Business in partnership with Pictou County Chamber and Ignite Atlantic on Thursday, October 29th from 9:30 am to 12:00 pm at the Royal Cape Breton Yacht Club as they host a corporate roundtable for women-owned businesses. 

During the event you will have the chance to:  

  • Learn high-level overview of those corporate organizations in attendance and meet with them briefly to introduce your business 
  • Collaborate with other Atlantic women-owned businesses 
  • Learn more about supplier diversity 

In today’s shifting economic landscape, companies operating in Canada are facing new challenges—and new opportunities. Sourcing from diverse, Canadian-owned suppliers isn’t just good for business; it strengthens supply chains, drives innovation, and is vital to enhance economic impact. 

We can’t wait for you to join us! Learn more and register here!

]]> King County Atlantic Women-owned Business Corporate Roundtable https://www.centreforwomeninbusiness.ca/events/atlantic-women-owned-business-corporate-roundtable/ Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:07:42 +0000 https://www.centreforwomeninbusiness.ca/?post_type=event&p=18894

Join the Centre for Women in Business in partnership with Valley Regional Enterprise Network on Thursday, November 26th from 9:30 am to 12:00 pm at the Kings County Municipal Building as they host a corporate roundtable for women-owned businesses. 

During the event you will have the chance to:  

  • Learn high-level overview of those corporate organizations in attendance and meet with them briefly to introduce your business 
  • Collaborate with other Atlantic women-owned businesses 
  • Learn more about supplier diversity 

In today’s shifting economic landscape, companies operating in Canada are facing new challenges—and new opportunities. Sourcing from diverse, Canadian-owned suppliers isn’t just good for business; it strengthens supply chains, drives innovation, and is vital to enhance economic impact. 

We can’t wait for you to join us! Learn more and register here!

]]> Cape Breton Women’s Networking Breakfast https://www.centreforwomeninbusiness.ca/events/cape-breton-womens-networking-breakfast/ Thu, 10 Sep 2026 14:21:51 +0000 https://www.centreforwomeninbusiness.ca/?post_type=event&p=18885
Calling all Cape Breton entrepreneurs!
Join us Friday, September 25th for a networking breakfast hosted in partnership with IGNITE Atlantic from 8:30 to 10:30am at the Cape Breton Business Innovation Centre to connect with fellow entrepreneurs, business owners, and community partners in a relaxed and engaging setting.
During the morning, you’ll have the opportunity to:
– Build meaningful connections with fellow entrepreneurs and business supporters.
– Explore topics and challenges related to business growth.
– Participate in an interactive breakout networking session.
The CWB will be presenting a business topic to discuss allowing for collaborative, peer-to-peer conversations with others in the entrepreneurial community.
]]> Cape Breton Community Event: Empowering The Potential Within Coaching https://www.centreforwomeninbusiness.ca/events/cape-breton-community-event-empowering-the-potential-within-coaching/ Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:41:18 +0000 https://www.centreforwomeninbusiness.ca/?post_type=event&p=18871 You have a vision. Let’s build the leader it needs.

Leadership isn’t something you’re born with—it’s something you build. ELEVATE: The Leadership Series is a three-part workshop journey for aspiring entrepreneurs, business owners, students, managers, and anyone ready to lead with purpose.

Each half-day session combines proven leadership, culture, and growth concepts with practical tools you can use immediately.

  • Part 1 — Lead with Clarity | September 23
    Discover who you are as a leader, your WHY, and how to lead authentically.
  • Part 2 — Operate with Efficiency | October 7
    Identify where time and energy are being lost, build essential business systems, and explore how AI and technology can help you work smarter.
  • Part 3 — Market with Impact | November 10
    Clarify your positioning, strengthen your reputation, attract the right people, and create a personalized 90-day growth plan.

Three sessions. One connected journey. Real action you can start tomorrow. Register for all sessions.

]]> Community Event: Halifax Networking Nights https://www.centreforwomeninbusiness.ca/events/community-event-halifax-networking-nights-2/ Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:37:41 +0000 https://www.centreforwomeninbusiness.ca/?post_type=event&p=18869 Join us for Halifax Networking Nights, an engaging evening of meaningful connections, local inspiration, and professional growth. Dalene Allen will share practical networking tips, followed by guided speed networking so participants can put those ideas into practice right away. Whether you’re a business owner, entrepreneur, or professional looking to expand your network, this event offers a relaxed and welcoming space to meet new people, build genuine relationships, and strengthen your networking skills. Free to attend and open to all industries.

Register here!

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