Finances & Funding for Newcomer Entrepreneurs--Saturday, October 25, 2025

Sat Oct 25 2025 at 02:00 pm to 03:00 pm UTC-04:00

Toronto Public Library - Richview Branch | Toronto

Toronto Public Library
Publisher/HostToronto Public Library
Finances & Funding for Newcomer Entrepreneurs--Saturday, October 25, 2025
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This comprehensive workshop addresses the financial aspects of starting and growing a business in Canada.
About this Event

This comprehensive workshop addresses the financial aspects of starting and growing a business in Canada. Starting with essential financial management skills: setting up business banking, understanding Canadian tax obligations, budgeting, and proper bookkeeping practices.

We'll then explore funding options specifically available for newcomer entrepreneurs, including government grants, microloans, community funding programs, and immigrant-focused business support organizations.

Presentation with slides followed by Q & A.

Participants will leave with practical financial tools and knowledge of how to access capital to grow their businesses.

This program is part of the Newcomer Entrepreneurship Initiative.

Registration is encouraged for this presentation. Drop-ins are welcome until capacity is reached. Please speak to staff at the Richview branch or call (416) 394-5120 to reserve your spot. Registration is free.

This program takes place on the 2nd floor, in Program Room A.

If you identify as a person with a disability or as a person who is Deaf, and require an accessibility accommodation to participate in this program, please contact Accessibility Services by email ([email protected]), or voicemail, 416-393-7099, to make a request. Please contact us at least three weeks in advance.


About the Presenter

Hafsa Taher is a seasoned entrepreneur, business coach and founder of two successful Canadian businesses, including Hafsa Creates Gifts, which sold handmade products globally. As an active instructor for Newcomer Entrepreneurship Hub at Toronto Metropolitan University and Head Coach for Hafsa Taher Coaching, she has guided over 200 entrepreneurs to transform their business ideas into reality, and grew her social media presence to 56,000 organic engaged followers.

Drawing from her own immigrant experience and a decade of business acumen, Hafsa's coaching approach helps newcomers overcome cultural barriers, develop effective marketing strategies and build resilient businesses that thrive in the Canadian marketplace.

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Toronto Public Library - Richview Branch, 1806 Islington Avenue, Toronto, Canada

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