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SUMMARY:Networking for Introverts
DESCRIPTION:Are you an introvert who dreads networking\, feels overwhelmed in large gatherings\, or struggles to make meaningful professional connections? This workshop is designed just for you! Join us for insightful strategies\, practical tips\, and friendly practice to leverage your introverted nature as a powerful networking tool. You’ll discover how to master the art of prepping and recovering from events\, build authentic relationships\, communicate effectively\, and network without exhaustion—all while staying true to yourself. \nLearning Outcomes: \n\nUnderstanding Your Introverted Superpowers\nPreparation: Your Secret Weapon\nQuality Over Quantity: The Introvert’s Advantage\nNavigating Networking Events with Ease\nFollow-up: Where Introverts Shine\n\nCost to Attend\nThis event is free to attend for BC residents. For attendees outside of BC there is a $30 ticket fee. \nIWSCC Certified Suppliers outside of BC can contact us at info@iwscc.ca to reimburse their ticket cost for this event. For more information\, or for questions about ticketing please visit the official page. \nThis is an IWSCC Community Partner Event\, hosted by Community Futures BC.\nTo learn more about this event\, including registration\, accessibility\, and contact information\, please visit the host’s official page with the link below. \nLearn more about the event and register here.\nLearn more about IWSCC Community Partners here.
URL:https://iwscc.ca/event/cfbc-feb24-networking-for-introverts/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Learning,Partner Event,Virtual
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Neurodiversity!
DESCRIPTION:For Neurodiversity Celebration Week\, Jenine Lillian\, #ActuallyAutistic neurodiversity consultant and educator\, is offering a FREE International Zoom event! Wednesday\, March 18th 10am PT – 11am PT. Grab a bevvy and join us for a celebration of our ND strengths and talents. No registration required. \nThis is an IWSCC Community Event hosted by Jenine Lillian Neurodiversity Education & Consulting\, an IWSCC Certified Supplier.\nTo learn more about this event\, including registration\, accessibility\, and contact information\, please visit the host’s official page with the link below. \nLearn more about the event and register here.\nLearn more about IWSCC Certified Suppliers here.
URL:https://iwscc.ca/event/celebrate-neurodiversity/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Certified Supplier Event,Learning,Virtual
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SUMMARY:IWSCC Virtual Networking: IWSCC Builds!
DESCRIPTION:IWSCC’s popular virtual networking format returns in 2026. Introduce your business to IWSCC Corporate Members in an easy-to-attend\, low-stress virtual environment. \nThis event encourages Certified Suppliers and Corporate Members who work in\, or want to collaborate with\, sectors like: \n\nConstruction & Infrastructure\nUtilities & Trades\nForestry & Mining\nHealth & Safety & Training\nProperty Management\nFacilities\nSecurity\nEngineering\n\nAgenda (ET):\n3:00 – 3:15: Introductions and Housekeeping\n3:15 – 4:00: Virtual Networking \nAccessibility at this Event:\nIWSCC Certified Suppliers who require an interpreter for networking can contact AlexD@iwscc.ca to request an interpreter or learn how to reimburse your costs. \nLive Closed Captions are also available via Zoom. \nRegistration\nThis IWSCC Networking Event is invite-only for IWSCC Community Members. If you haven’t received an invitation to this event and would like to attend\, please contact AlexD@iwscc.ca
URL:https://iwscc.ca/event/networking2026-mar18/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:IWSCC Event,Members Only,Networking,Virtual
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SUMMARY:IWSCC Webinar - Using RFPs to Build Your Brand: A Practical Approach for SMEs
DESCRIPTION:Rather than a broad “tips for procurement” session\, the webinar will focus on a single\, concrete lesson: how Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) can use the Request for Proposal (RFP) process as a strategic branding and positioning tool\, regardless of outcome. \nParticipants will be guided through how procurement processes signal values\, credibility\, and capability\, and how suppliers can respond to build long-term visibility and trust with buyers\, even when a contract is not awarded. \nKey Elements Include:\n\nHow RFPs function as brand touchpoints\, not just transactional hurdles\nPractical guidance on “right-sizing” responses to avoid over-investment and burnout\nHow to make strategic decisions about when to pursue\, pause\, or decline opportunities\nWhere SMEs can create differentiation without inflating scope or cost\n\nAgenda (ET):\n\n1:00 – 1:10 : Welcome\, Context\, and Reframing the Problem\n1:10 – 1:25 : RFPs as Brand Touchpoints\n1:25 – 1:45 : Right-Sizing: Protecting Capacity & Staying Visible\n1:45 – 2:05 : Strategic Differentiation for SMEs\n2:05 – 2:30 : Live Q&A and Applied Discussion\n\nAbout EMC³ Consulting\nEMC³ Consulting Corp. (Culture. Collections. Coaching. Powered by Purpose™) is an Alberta-based consulting firm that helps governments\, cultural organizations\, and creative entrepreneurs plan\, manage\, and grow with purpose. \nOur mission is to make culture accessible\, inclusive\, and future-ready. Every project applies an equity and accessibility lens\, ensuring that diverse voices and abilities are represented. \nFounded and led by a neurodivergent\, disabled\, and 2SLGBTQ+ entrepreneur\, EMC³ Consulting contributes to Canada’s creative economy by promoting inclusion\, innovation\, and sustainable growth in the cultural sector. \nAccessibility Features at this Event:\n\nClosed Captions (auto-generated)\nAmerican Sign Language (ASL) Interpretation for Spoken English\n\nRegister:\nThis webinar is free to attend\, but requires registration. Click here to access the registration page.
URL:https://iwscc.ca/event/webinars-using-rfps-to-build-your-brand/
LOCATION:Virtual
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SUMMARY:Beyond Awareness: Why World Autism Acceptance Day Matters
DESCRIPTION:Join BC People First Society Board Member and #ActuallyAutistic neurodiversity consultant & educator\, Jenine Lillian for a short presentation about persistent myths and misconceptions about autism followed by an open Q&A session. This event marks the annual World Autism Awareness Day\, which many autistic individuals are renaming to World Autism Acceptance Day to encourage the shift from awareness to action. \nThis event is free and open to everyone. \nAs a neurodiversity consultant\, Jenine regularly answers questions such as: \n\nI’m not sure if I should get a formal disability assessment\, what are the benefits of doing that?\nI’ve recently been diagnosed as neurodivergent\, what should I do next?\nI feel like I’m always working\, can you help me find balance?\nAre there financial benefits available to Canadians with a formal diagnosis of a disability?\nI’m neurodivergent and I want to start a small business\, can you help?\nCan I identify as disabled even without a formal diagnosis?\nHow do I ask for accommodations at work without risking my job?\nMy workplace says they’re inclusive\, but I don’t feel supported. What can I do?\n\nThis is an IWSCC Community Partner Event\, hosted by BC People First Society.\nTo learn more about this event\, including registration\, accessibility\, and contact information\, please visit the host’s official page with the link below. \nLearn more about the event and register here.\nLearn more about IWSCC Community Partners here.
URL:https://iwscc.ca/event/beyond-awareness-why-world-autism-acceptance-day-matters/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Learning,Partner Event,Virtual
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SUMMARY:IWSCC Virtual Networking: IWSCC Supports!
DESCRIPTION:IWSCC popular virtual networking returns in 2026. Participate in virtual roundtable networking for IWSCC Certified Suppliers and Corporate Members. \nThis event encourages Certified Suppliers and Corporate Members who work in\, or want to collaborate with\, sectors like: \n\nAdvocacy & Professional Speaking\nEducation & Training\nAccounting & Financial Services\nAuditing & Professional Services\nConsulting\nHuman Resources\nStaffing\nHealthcare & Wellbeing\n\nAgenda (ET):\n1:00 – 1:15: Welcome & Housekeeping\n1:15 – 2:00: Virtual Networking \nAccessibility at this Event:\nIWSCC Certified Suppliers who require an interpreter for networking can contact AlexD@iwscc.ca to request an interpreter or learn how to reimburse your costs. \nLive Closed Captions are also available via Zoom. \nRegistration\nThis IWSCC Networking Event is invite-only for IWSCC Community Members. If you haven’t received an invitation to this event and would like to attend\, please contact AlexD@iwscc.ca
URL:https://iwscc.ca/event/networking2026-apr23/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:IWSCC Event,Members Only,Networking,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T153000
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UID:9027-1781793000-1781796600@iwscc.ca
SUMMARY:IWSCC Virtual Networking: IWSCC Connects!
DESCRIPTION:IWSCC’s popular virtual networking returns in 2026. Participate in virtual roundtable networking for IWSCC Certified Suppliers and Corporate Members. \nAll members are welcome\, but this event encourages Certified Suppliers and Corporate Members who work in\, or want to collaborate with sectors like: \n\nMarketing & Communications\nInformation Technology\nWeb Development & Design\nArtificial Intelligence\nSoftware Development\nHardware Supply & Sales\nDigital Security\n\nAgenda (ET):\n2:00 – 2:15: Community Panel Discussion\n2:15 – 3:00: Virtual Networking \nAccessibility at this Event:\nIWSCC Certified Suppliers who require an interpreter for networking can contact AlexD@iwscc.ca to request an interpreter or learn how to reimburse your costs. \nLive Closed Captions are also available via Zoom. \nRegistration\nThis IWSCC Networking Event is invite-only for IWSCC Community Members. If you haven’t received an invitation to this event and would like to attend\, please contact AlexD@iwscc.ca
URL:https://iwscc.ca/event/networking2026-jun18/
LOCATION:Virtual
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