George Brown Polytechnic is located on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and other Indigenous peoples who have lived here over time. We are grateful to share this land as treaty people who learn, work and live in the community with each other.

BDC Small Business Week returns October 19-25th, 2026, with more than 100 events taking place online and in communities across Canada. The annual week brings together entrepreneurs, founders and organizations supporting small and medium-sized businesses.
This year’s programming will focus on the changing realities of doing business in Canada, with topics including AI, productivity, business acquisitions, resilience, business transfers and new growth opportunities.
Many Small Business Week events are free, although some partner-led events may have a registration fee. Events are available both virtually and in person, and you do not need to be a BDC client to participate.
Dates: October 19–25, 2026
Location: Online and across Canada
Who Can Attend: Entrepreneurs, founders, small and medium-sized business owners, and entrepreneurship community partners
View the full event schedule and registration details through BDC Small Business Week!
