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SUMMARY:IWSCC Webinars: Unlocking Opportunities: A Practical Guide to SAP Ariba
DESCRIPTION:Procurement is complex! Learn to navigate SAP Ariba\, and more in the latest IWSCC Webinar featuring special guest educator: Stone Procurement. \nWhat To Expect:\nStone Procurement Inc.’s Igli Xhango joins IWSCC to share their experience with one of Canada’s most popular e-procurement tools: SAP Ariba. Learn to navigate the tool\, set up a profile as a supplier\, and maximize buyer interest by completing that profile the right way. \nPLUS get quick tips for other common Canadian e-procurement platforms\, with time for Q&A. Expose your business to new opportunities\, reduce mis-match and notification spam\, and set yourself up for success in the wide world of Canadian e-procurement! \nQuestions about this webinar? Having trouble registering? Contact Alex Duerksen at AlexD@iwscc.ca. \nAgenda (ET):\n\n(3:00 – 3:05) Introduction & Welcome\n(3:05 – 3:15) Module 1: Building a Winning Profile\n(3:15 – 3:40) Module 2: Live Platform Demo – Finding & Analyzing Bids\n(3:40 – 3:45) Module 3: Best Practices & Intro to AI\n(3:45 – 3:55) Open Q&A\n(3:55 – 4:00) Closing & Resources\n\nAbout Igli Xhango: \nIgli Xhango is a Canadian Armed Forces Veteran and the founder of Stone Procurement Inc.\, a Veteran- and Disability-Owned business certified by the IWSCC. He brings over 10 years of experience in the military and 6 years as an entrepreneur and procurement specialist. Igli applies his expertise in logistics\, supplier management\, and government contracting to Stone Procurement and uses this experience to help demystify the often-complex world of public sector procurement. His work spans key platforms such as SAP Ariba\, Bids & Tenders\, CanadaBuys\, and Ontario’s Jaegger portal. \nAccessibility Features sponsored by RBC:\n\nClosed Captions (auto-generated)\nAmerican Sign Language (ASL) Interpretation for Spoken English\n\nRegister:\nThis webinar requires registration to attend. Click here to access the registration page.
URL:https://iwscc.ca/event/webinars-practical-tips-for-e-procurement/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Learning,Open House,Virtual
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SUMMARY:IWSCC Webinars: How Inclusive Entrepreneurship Drives Innovation
DESCRIPTION:Inclusive Entrepreneurship is more than just a social endeavor\, it’s good business sense! Don’t take it from us though. Our guest educator\, accessibility advocate\, and IWSCC Certified Business Owner Jolene MacDonald is here to share experience\, expertise\, and advice in the latest IWSCC Webinar. \nWhat You’ll Learn:\n\nWhat makes diverse entrepreneurs uniquely gifted to create great businesses\nHow inclusive and accessible design creates products and services that benefit all Canadians\nHow diverse-owned businesses leverage their experience to elevate their success\nResources for Disabled-Owned\, diverse-led\, and accessibility-minded businesses\nWhy investing in diverse-owned Canadian businesses is more than social good\, it’s good business\n\nInvest in all Canadians when you invest in Inclusive Entrepreneurship thanks to expert guidance from Jolene and Accessibrand! \nQuestions about this webinar? Having trouble registering? Contact events@iwscc.ca  \nAgenda (ET):\n\n1:00 – 1:10: Welcome and Housekeeping (Alex Duerksen)\n1:10 – 1:45: Main Presentation (Jolene MacDonald)\n1:45 – 2:00: Interactive Q&A\n\nAbout Jolene MacDonald:\nJolene is the Founder and Lead Advocate of Accessibrand™\, Canada’s first full-service agency focused on digital accessibility. Accessibrand offers accessible graphic design\, marketing\, communications\, user testing\, and training\, all delivered by a team with lived disability experience\, including Jolene herself. \nWith 25+ years in the industry and 21 years as an award-winning entrepreneur and creative director\, Jolene helps organizations make inclusion central to their digital strategy\, ensuring their branding and communications are accessible to all. \nAccessibility Features sponsored by RBC:\n\nClosed Captions (auto-generated)\nAmerican Sign Language (ASL) Interpretation for Spoken English\n\nRegister:\nThis webinar requires registration to attend. Use this link to access the registration page\, or use the button below to save the date on your Outlook\, Google\, or iCalendar.
URL:https://iwscc.ca/event/webinars-inclusion-drives-innovation/
LOCATION:Virtual
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SUMMARY:IWSCC Webinars - Navigating Neurodiversity: Personal Insights & Professional Perspectives
DESCRIPTION:Transform your understanding of neurodiversity in the workplace through the unique lens of someone who’s lived it. Join neurodivergent consultant and educator Jenine Lillian (they/them) for an engaging session that combines personal experience as a late-diagnosed autistic professional with over 30 years of expertise in education and professional development. \nWhat You’ll Explore:\n\nUnderstanding neurodiversity through both personal and professional perspectives\nHow to recognize and amplify the unique strengths of neurodiverse professionals\nAuthentic ways to connect with neurodiverse colleagues\, staff\, and clients\nPractical strategies for creating truly inclusive environments\n\nThis isn’t just another workplace training—it’s an opportunity to learn from someone who understands neurodiversity from the inside out. \nClick Here to Register for this Webinar. \nQuestions about this webinar? Contact Jenine at info@jeninelillian.com or visit www.jeninelillian.com \nHaving trouble registering? Contact events@iwscc.ca  \nAgenda (PT):\n\n11:00-11:05: Welcome and Housekeeping (Alex Duerksen)\n11:05-11:45: Main Presentation (Jenine Lillian)\n11:45-12:00: Interactive Q&A\n\nAbout Jenine:\nBased in the West Kootenays\, BC\, Jenine is a neurodivergent consultant\, educator\, artist\, and librarian whose late-in-life autism diagnosis became a catalyst for change. They combine decades of teaching experience with personal authenticity to break down barriers and build understanding in workplaces across North America. \nAccessibility Features (sponsored by RBC):\n\nClosed Captions (auto-generated)\nAmerican Sign Language (ASL) Interpretation
URL:https://iwscc.ca/event/iwscc-webinars-jenine-lillian-feb-5/
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SUMMARY:Evolve: The National Forum for Veteran Entrepreneurship
DESCRIPTION:Evolve is a celebration of Veteran entrepreneurship in Canada. Rather than a sidestep\, a change\, or a transformation\, retirement from the military is an evolution\, as Veterans channel their hard-earned skills\, experience\, and work ethic into the next stage of their careers. \nFeaturing speakers from across Canada\, Evolve is a space for Veteran business owners and their supporters to share experience and resources. \nSave the date below\, or learn more on the official Evolve Forum page.
URL:https://iwscc.ca/event/evolve-forum-2024-cal/
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SUMMARY:Webinar: A.I. Literacy for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:A.I. is the modern technical revolution. In such a rapidly changing field\, it can be difficult for a busy entrepreneur to wrap their head around the wealth of options\, solutions\, and tools hitting the marketplace. What can A.I. do for small businesses? Does it only exist to eliminate jobs? How can automation help my business grow sustainably. \nIt’s time for a modern learning opportunity. Don’t let this technological wave pass you by as we dig into what A.I. really is\, demystify myths\, and share how automation can elevate your business. \nParticipants will:\n\nLearn to understand the key terms used by A.I. and automation experts.\nLearn to understand just what modern A.I. is\, how it works\, and what it can and can’t do for you.\nHear how automation can elevate productivity and support small teams without eliminating jobs.\nUnderstand how A.I. can be used responsibly to support your business without losing the human touch.\n\nTackle fears\, demystify Artificial Intelligence\, and arm yourself with knowledge on how you can use this rapidly changing new toolkit to grow your business with help from the award-winning\, Certified Women-Owned\, and sustainability champions at WACADs Group Inc. \nThis event requires registration to attend. Click here to access the registration page. \nAccessibility at this event:\nThis event will feature an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter\, Closed Captions (generated by the Zoom platform)\, and chat functionality for Q&A periods. Please include any requests for additional accommodation in your registration. A special thank you to our 2024 Accessibility sponsors RBC and Bell for supporting these features. \nFor questions about this event\, please contact events@iwscc.ca
URL:https://iwscc.ca/event/webinar-a-i-literacy-for-small-businesses/
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SUMMARY:Virtual Open House: Coffee & Tea with IWSCC
DESCRIPTION:Come and join the IWSCC team for a chance to connect\, ask questions\, and learn about everything the IWSCC has on the go! \nWe’re here to share updates and to hear from you. Whether you’re already part of the IWSCC community\, or you want to learn what we’re all about you can drop in\, meet the team\, and enjoy an some afternoon coffee & tea at this virtual open house. \nRegistration is required to attend this event. Click Here or use the link under “Website” to access the registration page. \nAccessibility at this Event: \nThis event is virtual\, hosted by the IWSCC on Zoom\, and includes Closed Captions and American Sign Language (ASL) Interpretation. Additional requests for accommodation may be made during registration.
URL:https://iwscc.ca/event/virtual-open-house-coffee-tea-with-iwscc/
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