Workshops & Events
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ISIS has business workshops and seminars to help newcomers and international students start a business. See below for a full list of workshops.
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Starting a Farm in Nova Scotia
Thursday, June 20
6:30 – 8:30 pm
Are you interested in being a farmer?
ISIS and the Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture present an information session.
Exporting from Nova Scotia
Thursday, May 30
6:30 – 8:00 pm
Are you ready to be more competitive? Are you ready to export?
ISIS invites entrepreneurs to join Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME) for an information session.
Business Culture in Nova Scotia
Tuesday, May 28
6:30-8:30pm
Cost: Free! Registration is required.
Do you understand the connection between your cultural knowledge and your business success? This informative workshop will offer participants an opportunity to discuss and better understand Nova Scotia business culture.
How to Grow Your Business
Dates coming soon
Over four evening sessions, gain the skills and information you need to confidently grow your business.
Business Skills Development Training
Dates coming soon
This four part workshop series will provide you with the information and skills you need to start your business in Nova Scotia.
CEED Programs Information Session
Tuesday, April 30
6:30-8pm
Cost: Free! Registration is required.
ISIS is pleased to host an information session outlining the benefits and eligibility requirements for various programs offered by the Centre for Entrepreneurship Education and Development (CEED).
To register please email business@isisns.ca
Introduction to Entrepreneurship
Wednesday, April 17
2-4pm
This is an introduction to the professional business development workshop series, designed to give you information about the skills you will need to operate a successful business in Nova Scotia.
Business Plan Writing Workshop Series
Dates coming soon
This new program is a series of 6 workshops covering the essentials of business plan development. Learn how to write your plan and communicate your business idea.
Introduction to Business in Nova Scotia Online
Self-directed study
This online program is an overview of starting a business in Nova Scotia.
This workshop is a self-directed study and you have 4 weeks to complete the workshop once you begin.
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