Upcoming Events and Programs
Our events through the Start Now Incubator are designed for women and non-binary entrepreneurs to spark their creativity, ignite their passions, and connect them with like-minded entrepreneurs and leaders shifting the innovation ecosystem.
New Markets, New Possibilities: a Virtual Networking Event on Exporting
This is not a workshop or presentation. It’s a space to connect, share experiences, and have an open conversation about the challenges women entrepreneurs face when exporting and entering new markets.
AI for Growth: Find Your Money
Using AI to uncover revenue you’re missing. The event is great for Canadian women and non-binary entrepreneurs!
Sales Architecture Foundation: Cohort 1
By the end, participants should expect to walk away with a mapped sales process, installed daily activity habits, clear targets, and a pipeline system — not just concepts, but working infrastructure.
Tuesdays from September 22nd to October 13th
Export Readiness and Growth: A Practical Roadmap for Canadian Businesses
Expanding into international markets isn't just for massive corporations. With the right strategy, free government resources, and smart AI tools, your small business can build a powerful, global footprint.
Going Global: Digital Marketing Tools for Export
This session is tailored for early to growth stage women entrepreneurs across Canada looking to test or expand into export markets.
ONSIDE Export and New Markets Series: Strategic Growth Beyond Your Backyard
Discover new geographic markets through strategic positioning, and market readiness. For Canadian Women entrepreneurs.
AI for Growth: Show Up Ready
Using AI to prepare for trade shows, pitch events, and networking. For Canadian women and non-binary entrepreneurs
AI for Growth: Discover New Markets
The first of a practical AI workshop series for women entrepreneurs
ONSIDE + Campus2Market Discover Program
Build your skills. Test your ideas. Expand your network. Campus2Market Discover is more than a program; it’s your first step toward innovation, entrepreneurship, and making a real-world impact.
Radiant Voices, Resilient Ventures - Evolve: The Power of Reinvention
A reinvention-focused event for women entrepreneurs embracing change, new ideas, and sustainable growth. Stay tuned for more details!
Sales Pipeline Mastery
Join a Community of Women Entrepreneurs and Learn How to Build a Predictable Flow of Clients and Cash!
Grow Your Business With Automation & AI: Learn High Level CRM in 15 Minutes a Day
Unlock the full power of automation and AI—without the overwhelm. In this hands-on course, you’ll learn exactly how to set up HighLevel’s most profitable features that can supercharge your marketing, sales, and day-to-day operations.
Dare to be Different: Finding your way in a Crowded Market
In this two-part workshop, women entrepreneurs will craft a story that is unique to their brand.
January 14th & 28th, 1:00 - 4:00 pm AST, 2026
Cheerful Connections: A Winter Gathering for Women Entrepreneurs
Wrap up the year with laughter, learning, and like-minded women!
The Million Dollar Sales Secret
How Data, Tech, and Daily Discipline = Explosive Growth
Authentic Marketing With Eagle Medicine Coaching
In this session, we’ll explore what it truly means to market yourself and your work from a place of truth, intention, and alignment!
Planning for Growth: Strategically Growing your Business
Designed for women entrepreneurs ready to grow with intention, this 4-week program offers hands-on guidance, coaching, and peer support to help you align opportunities with your goals and plan strategically for sustainable success.
Fireside Chat with Laurissa Manning and Lauren Sears, Co-Founders of DLM Consulting
Learn more about the Principals of DLM Consulting as they sit down for a chat about entrepreneurship with our host, Alex McCann, Executive Director of ONSIDE!
Stronger Together: Entrepreneurship with Truth and Resilience
A comfortable space for women entrepreneurs across Canada to network, exchange ideas, and support each other's business journeys.
Fireside Chat with Nadia Nadia Ivanova: Co-Founder of Sparrow BioAcoustics
Tune in to learn about how Nadia, Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer at Sparrow BioAcoustics, combines expertise in product management and legal analysis to lead breakthrough healthcare innovation!
Positioned for Success: Essential Pricing Tools to Grow Your Business
Boost sales with easy pricing tools & tips—interactive, hands-on, and built for your success!
Jewel Business Sales School Kickoff Training (Cohort)
After this cohort, you'll leave with a proven, relationship-first sales system that removes the guesswork and replaces it with clarity…the kind of system that helps our students achieve results like landing new ideal clients, closing $2000 deals, and gaining real momentum in their business.
Wed. Sept 17th: 10:30 am-12 pm AST
Wed. Sept 24th: 10 am-11:30 am AST
Co-CreateHER: Conversations & Collaborations
Canadian women entrepreneurs! Peer support & mentorship are key to success, join our virtual networking event and learn why!
Fireside Chat with Jenn Harper - Award Winning Social Entrepreneur
Jenn Harper, the Anishinaabe woman who founded Cheekbone beauty, sits down to discuss entrepreneurship with our host, Alex McCann.
Fireside Chat with Lisa Haydon - Leader and Innovator
Tune into our live podcast recording as our host, Alex McCann, sits down to discuss leadership and entrepreneurship with Lisa Haydon!
Price With Confidence: Transform Your Service into an Irresistible Offer
Boost sales with key pricing strategies in this hands-on, interactive session for Women and Non-Binary Entrepreneurs!
Early AI Adoption Lab
This free 6-part live program, led by Camp Tech, equips early-stage entrepreneurs with practical AI skills. No tech jargon, no complex theories – just clear, actionable strategies you can put in place right away.
Fuel & Fund: Networking for Women Entrepreneurs in Canada
Build a national network of women entrepreneurs and learn about funding opportunities for your business!
Fireside Chat with Avery Swartz - Tech Educator and Best Selling Author
Join Alex McCann, Executive Director at ONSIDE, as she sits down and chats with Avery Swartz, Founder and CEO at Camp Tech, and Co-lead of AI Skills Lab Canada!
Business Show and Tell
YWCA Halifax and ONSIDE invite you to join us on April 24, 2025, for an evening of exciting pitches, networking, and inspiration!
Mid-Week Meetup with Mitacs
Reid Sutherland will give a refresher on how Mitacs, Canada's leading innovation organization, can support your business development!
Radiant Connections: Virtual Mentorship Event
Be a "Mentor for a Moment" or sign up as a Mentee and get real-time feedback, fresh connections, and insights for your business—join us!
Fireside Chat with Joella Hogan - Founder of Yukon Soaps Company
Join Alex McCann as she sits down to chat about entrepreneurship with Joella Hogan from Yukon Soap Company!
Radiant Voices Resilient Ventures: Women Driving Innovation & Impact
Join us for this year’s inspiring edition of Radiant Voices Resilient Ventures! This highly anticipated event brings together trailblazing women entrepreneurs, innovators, and leaders who are driving change and making a meaningful impact.
Radiant Connections: Virtual Mentorship Pre-Event
Warm up for Radiant Voices with our Virtual Mentorship Pre-Event! Get real-time feedback, fresh connections, and insights—join us! This event is open to women entrepreneurs throughout Canada!
Registrations close on the 23rd of February 2025