It just Takes a Spark

Business, LegAL & finAnce TORONTO PUBLIC LIBRARY
Helping Young Entrepreneurs to Start Their Business
Canadian Youth Business Foundation Manager Laurie
Young, talks about programs offered by CYBF that support
young entrepreneurs throughout the life-cycle of their
businesses by providing pre- and post-launch coaching,
financing, mentoring and business resources. Program
takes place in the Elizabeth Beeton Auditorium.
Toronto Reference April 10 6:30 pm
Creating a Business Plan
Mike Pendrith, from PerformancePoint Corporation,
explains the purpose of a business plan, its format and
content, a detailed description of each section and what
bankers and lenders are looking for in a business plan.
Program takes place in the Elizabeth Beeton Auditorium.
Toronto Reference April 17 6:30 pm
Starting a Small Business
Learn strategic steps on the benefits of self employment,
different types of business ownership, tax benefits and
financing sources. A workshop presented by Centennial
College.
Albert Campbell* April 23 2 pm
Basic Bookkeeping for New Business Owners
From opening a bank account to reporting your taxes,
Garfield A. Fray, CGA discusses the basics of bookkeeping
for new business owners: the difference between
profitability and cash flow and tips on how to organize
your finances.
Albert Campbell* May 14 6 pm
Secrets Of A Technology Startup
Chairman and co-founder of Unified Computer Intelligence
Corporation, Mahyar Fotoohi, talks about a technology
startup that is changing how people interact with the
Internet and technology. Mahyar discusses creating
a product people want, building the right team, and
fundraising. Program takes place in the auditorium. Call
416-395-5613 to register.
North York Central May 27 6:30 pm
Legal
Legal Aid Workshop
Information about general and specific law, and how to
get legal assistance and guidance.
Pleasant View May 25 1 pm
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Personal Finance
Income Tax Clinic
A Certified General Accountant volunteer completes
income tax returns for lower-income earners. Seniors,
students, and newcomers are welcome. Income guidelines:
$25,000 or less per individual; $30,000 or less per family.
By appointment only, call the branch to book.
Burrows Hall* April 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25 6:30 pm
Albert Campbell* April 13 10 am
Tax Tips for 2012 and 2013
Accounting expert and partner at Campbell Lawless
Professional Corporation Chartered Accountants Brian J.
Quinlan discusses tax tips.
Burrows Hall* April 2 6:30 pm
Foundations of Investing
A program geared to people who want an overview of
investing, includes key terms and investment types. Topics
cover the basic features of bonds, stocks and mutual funds,
the importance of asset allocation and five steps to help
you build a better investment plan.
Eatonville* April 3 6:30 pm
Investment Research Online
Learn to use investment databases, such as Value Line
Research Center, Financial Post Advisor, Mergent Online
and Business Insights: Essentials. Program takes place in the
Learning Centre. Call 416-393-7209 to register.
Toronto Reference April 15 6 pm
June 22 3 pm
Home Ownership for Low Income Families
Habitat for Humanity Toronto is hosting a home owner
information session. To learn more about the organization,
the criteria and application process, visit torontohabitat.ca.
York Woods April 18 6:30 pm
Navigating the Financial World
Alison Griffiths, author of Count on Yourself: Take Charge
of Your Money, demystifies aspects of personal finance and
investing. Learn how to make good financial decisions, how
to get organized and simplify your money. Program takes
place in the auditorium. Call 416-395-5613 to register.
North York Central May 13 2 pm
* Call or visit the branch to register.