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Seminar Schedule

 ** Times and topics are subject to change

 


Saturday, November 7, 2026

 

11:30 AM

Recession-Resilient Business Opportunities: Finding Your Opportunity in an Economic Downturn

Seminar presented by: Jack Liu  ~  BCW Traffic Management

Enterprise Risk Management:

  • Strategy: Aggression Vs Defense
  • Strategy: Capital Intensive Vs Labour Intensive
  • Operations: Fixed Cost Vs Variable Cost

 

12:30 PM

Build, Grow, Scale: The 7 Strategies to a 7-Figure Business

Seminar presented by: Matt Alderton  ~  Bx Reimagined

Building a successful business takes more than a great idea. It requires the right foundations, clear strategy, disciplined xecution and the ability to grow without losing control. In this practical and engaging session, award-winning entrepreneur, author and business growth xpert Matt Alderton shares the seven essential strategies every business owner must master to build, grow and scale towards seven figures and beyond!

 

1:15 PM

Understand your Franchise Agreement

Seminar presented by: Josh Deacon  ~  MLT Aikins

What will you learn:

  • Learn about the standard clauses found in franchise agreements, including royalties, advertising fees, renewal and transfer and restrictive covenants - Gain clarity on how territories are defined and granted, the differences between exclusive and non-exclusive rights and the common carve-outs franchisors use to retain certain sales channels
  • Understand what constitutes a default – from payment delays to operational non-compliance – and the range of remedies available to franchisors, including termination, damages and injunctive relief

 

2:30 PM

Secure Your Future with Franchise Real Estate

Seminar presented by: Mike O'Brien  ~ InvestPlus Industrial Reit

By owning the physical locations of established franchises:

  • You gain predictable cash flow,
  • Long-term appreciation, and
  • A hedge against market volatility

All while leveraging a brand that already has a track record of SUCCESS.

 

3:30 PM

Introduction to Private Investing - Active Investing VS Passive Investing

   

Seminar presented by: Aiden Prette & Ryan Coveart ~ McGillivray Capital Partners

What will you learn:

  • What active and passive real estate investing actually look like
  • How to decide which approach fits your goals and lifestyle
  • What to evaluate before making a private real estate investment

 


 

Sunday, November 8, 2026

12:00 PM

Recession-Resilient Business Opportunities: Finding Your Opportunity in an Economic Downturn

Seminar presented by: Jack Liu  ~  BCW Traffic Management

Enterprise Risk Management:

  • Strategy: Aggression Vs Defense
  • Strategy: Capital Intensive Vs Labour Intensive
  • Operations: Fixed Cost Vs Variable Cost

 

1:00 PM

Before You Buy a Franchise: What Every Prospective Franchisee Needs to Know

Seminar presented by: Josh Deacon  ~  MLT Aikins

What will you learn:

  • How to properly evaluate a franchise opportunity

  • Understand what you are really signing up for

  • How to conduct effective due diligence and avoid costly mistakes

 

2:00 PM

How to Buy a Business & Find the Right One for You

Seminar presented by: Chris Skelton  ~ BizSold

This session will cover:

  • How to identify the best opportunity for you?
  • The questions you need to ask to set yourself up for success?
  • How to navigate the research process?