The goal of the CBCC Canadian Black Business Week is to highlight the important contributions of Black-owned businesses to the Canadian economy. The Canadian Black Chamber of Commerce (CBCC) was created to support commerce, Black-owned businesses, entrepreneurship, and economic development within Black communities across Canada.
Program Schedule for 2021 CBCC Canadian Black Business Week
1) MONDAY 1PM - Black Business Direct: Launch Event
Time: 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Sponsor: Uber
Speakers:
- Tony West (Chief Legal Officer, Uber)
- Christelle Francois (President, Canadian Black Chamber of Commerce)
About This Event:
The Black Business Directory will feature businesses from coast-to-coast. In conversation with CBCC President Christelle Francois, this fireside chat will cover:
- The importance of a directory for Black-owned businesses
- CBCC's partnership with Uber to launch this directory in Canada
- Ways that global brands can support their communities
- How Canadians can support Black-owned businesses
- How businesses can register for this free resource to increase their exposure
REGISTER NOW! (Oct 25, 2021)
TUESDAY 1PM - Conquering The Business Plan with CIBC
Time: 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Sponsor: CIBC
Speakers:
- Doug Minter
- Sean DeFrietas
- Sachin Somaia
- Hector Faucompre
- Chancie Romain
About This Event:
This webinar will help entrepreneurs understand the key components of a business plan. Learn from CIBC banking specialists, a CPA, and a business advisor about how to create a solid business plan, with tips and tools to make the process smoother.
REGISTER NOW! (Oct 26, 2021)
WEDNESDAY 1PM - Retail Renaissance: Small Businesses Look to the Future with Interac
Time: 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Sponsor: Interac
Speakers:
- Shenela Tavarayan (Interac)
- Doug Minter (CBCC)
About This Event:
Join the CBCC and Shenela Tavarayan, Retail Commerce Senior Manager at Interac, for an interactive session on how COVID-19 has impacted consumer needs and shopping habits, and how Canadian small businesses can prepare for the changing retail landscape.
REGISTER NOW! (Oct 27, 2021)
WEDNESDAY 3PM - Navigating Government Funding and Export Programs for Black Entrepreneurs
Time: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Sponsor: EDC, BDC, Government of Canada
Speakers:
- Christelle Francois
- Dave D'Oyan (EDC)
- Chelsea Prescod (BDC)
- Abi Tairu (TCS)
About This Event:
As a Black entrepreneur, navigating the entrepreneurial ecosystem can be challenging. This session will provide information on key government programs and funding opportunities that can help grow your business. Presenters from BDC, EDC, and the Trade Commissioner Service will guide growth-oriented businesses seeking new market opportunities.
REGISTER NOW! (Oct 27, 2021)
THURSDAY 1PM - Fireside Chat with Joe German from Clearview
Time: 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Sponsor: Clearview
Speakers:
- Christelle Francois (CBCC)
- Joe German (Clearview)
About This Event:
In this fireside chat, CBCC President Christelle Francois will talk with Joe German from Clearview Strategic Partners. Clearview specializes in ethics reporting and "whistleblowing" solutions for organizations. Learn how ClearView Connects™ empowers employees to speak up and helps organizations harness employee insights.
REGISTER NOW! (Oct 28, 2021)
FRIDAY 6:30PM - Access to Capital with Colin Lynch of the Black Opportunity Fund
Time: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Sponsor: Black Opportunity Fund
Speakers:
- Christelle Francois (CBCC)
- Colin Lynch (Black Opportunity Fund)
About This Event:
A fireside chat with CBCC President Christelle Francois and Colin Lynch from the Black Opportunity Fund to discuss pathways to funding for Black-owned businesses.
REGISTER NOW! (Oct 29, 2021)
For More Information: BlackBusinessWeek.ca
