Dare to be different! Join us to celebrate businesses in Kenora and around the Lake of the Woods region.
The Northwest Business Centre, City of Kenora, Northwestern Ontario Innovation Centre, Kenora and District Chamber of Commerce, Lake of the Woods Business Incentive Corporation, BDC and Township of Sioux Narrows-Nestor Falls are pleased to announce the return of Small Business Week in Kenora, taking place October 17 to 21, 2022.
Please see the event listings with links to register for individual sessions.
Small Business Week Monday
View the events and registration details for Monday, October 17, 2022.
Headshots with Hannah |
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Presented by Hannah Francis Photography Location: Iron and Clay, 210 Second St S, Kenora, ON Time: 8:30 a.m. Update your head shot, whether you need a new LinkedIn profile picture or are just looking to put a face to your business, this is the picture opportunity! Headshot time slots cost $75 plus HST are 10 minutes long and you will receive 5 to 10 photos! |
Mix and mingle small business celebration in Sioux Narrows-Nest Falls |
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Presented by the Township of Sioux Narrows-Nestor Falls Location: Sport Fishing Centre, 5741 Highway 71, Sioux Narrows, ON Time: 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Township will be joined by other small business week partners to provide an opportunity to liaise with a variety of business supports at the event. Mix and mingle with the local business community, enjoy appetizers and enter a door prize draw. |
Small Business Week Tuesday
View the events and registration details for Tuesday, October 18, 2022.
City of Kenora CIP coffee break |
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Presented by the City of Kenora Location: HoJoe Coffee and Eatery, 103 Main St S, Kenora, ON Time: 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. Stop by for coffee and learn about the City of Kenora Community Improvement Plans! City staff will be in attendance to answer any questions you might have about eligibility and applying to the program. The City is accepting applications until November 30, 2022 for projects that can be undertaken next year. |
Small Business Week Wednesday
View the events and registration details for Wednesday, October 19, 2022.
How angel investors can help you grow your company breakfast |
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Presented by Northern Ontario Angels (NOA) Location: Cottage Time Public House, 129 Bernier Dr, Kenora, ON Time: 8:00 to 9:30 a.m. Join Ron Malashewski from the Northern Ontario Angels for breakfast while he discusses how angel investors can help you grow your company! Ron Malashewski is the Kenora area consultant for Northern Ontario Angels, the Number 1 Angel organization in Canada and one of the top Angel organizations in North America. RSVP to ron@northernontarioangels.ca |
Headshots with Hannah |
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Presented by Hannah Francis Photography Location: Iron and Clay, 210 Second St S, Kenora, ON Time: 8:30 a.m. Update your head shot, whether you need a new LinkedIn profile picture or are just looking to put a face to your business, this is the picture opportunity! Headshot time slots cost $75 plus HST are 10 minutes long and you will receive 5 to 10 photos! |
BDC, NOIC and NWBC open house |
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Presented by BDC, NOIC and NWBC Location: Bannister Centre, 102 – 301 First Ave S, Kenora, ON Time: 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. We’ve moved. Come celebrate! RSVP, drop by and tour the new space! Staff at the BDC, Northwest Business Centre and Northwestern Ontario Innovation Centre are excited to see you! |
Small Business Week Thursday
View the events and registration details for Thursday, October 20, 2022.
Small Business Week brewery tours |
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Hosted by the Lake of the Woods Brewing Company Location: 350 Second St S, Kenora, ON Time: 4:00 p.m. As part of Small Business Week, join us for a free tour of the Kenora Brewery. Learn about our unique brewing process and the history of Kenora’s old firehouse.
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Copperfin Credit Union business appreciation reception |
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Presented by Copperfin Credit Union Location: 350 Second St S, Kenora, ON Time: 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Business Appreciation Mixer/Reception, a celebration of small businesses in our community. The reception will consist of complimentary refreshments and appetizers. This is a casual gathering with the opportunity to network. |
Movie night social event |
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Location: 200 Main St S, Kenora, ON Time: 7:00 p.m. The theme of our social event is "Movie Night." We are going to have a projector and seats set up in our boardroom to watch the Netflix documentary Kiss the Ground. Snacks will be provided! RSVP to chris@littleoakwellness.ca |
Business team building trivia |
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Presented by Bob’s Burgers Location: 152 Main St S, Kenora, ON Time: 7:00 p.m. Come out for trivia at Bob’s! Bring your whole team and have some fun! |
Small Business Week Friday
View the events and registration details for Friday, October 21, 2022.
Lunch hour BBQ |
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Presented by Smoke and Fire Location: 1080 Railway St, Kenora, ON Time: 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. |
Small Business Week brewery tours |
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Hosted by the Lake of the Woods Brewing Company Location: 350 Second St S, Kenora, ON Time: 4:00 p.m. As part of Small Business Week, join us for a free tour of the Kenora Brewery. Learn about our unique brewing process and the history of Kenora’s old firehouse. Tour is limited to a maximum of 12 people. |
Glow bingo bowling |
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Presented by The Cave Bowling and Bar Location: 126 Matheson St S, Kenora, ON Time: 6:00 p.m. |
The KHA |
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Presented by Stefan Robinson Location: Super 8 (Minis Hall), 240 Lakeview Dr, Kenora, ON Time: 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. Learn about the Kenora Hospitality Alliance, how to access our funds, our website and more! |
Happy hour open house |
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Presented by L’atelier Medical Aesthetics Location: 506 East Melick Rd., Kenora, ON Time: 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. You’re invited! Come down for refreshments and learn more about the treatments offered at our clinic. All visitors can enter a draw to win a FREE Deluxe HydraFacial! |
Small Business Week Saturday
View the events and registration details for Saturday, October 22, 2022.
Witches walk |
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Presented by Young Professionals Kenora and Women’s Place Kenora Location: Downtown Kenora Time: 6:00 p.m. The Witches Walk is a ticketed bar crawl in support of the Women’s Place Kenora. Women who participate dress up as witches and go to participating locations and support local businesses here in Kenora. Ticket proceeds will be going to Women's Place Kenora. To keep up to date with purchasing tickets and event details, visit the Witches Walk event page on Facebook. |
All week events
Lake of the Woods Bud Co online sale event
Presented by Lake of the Woods Bud Co.
We are so happy to be a part of Kenora’s Small Business Week event. To show our gratitude we’re offering a 20% off site-wide sale! All proceeds help fund the cannabis grow. Discount will automatically be applied during checkout. Shop now!
Other events
Christmas winter wonderland open house
Facilitated by Debbie’s Greenhouse and Garden Centre
Location: 14 Marks Lane, Kenora, ON (3 km north of the by-pass on the Redditt Rd)
When: November 1, 2022 from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Mark your calendars!! Experience the beautiful Winter Wonderland only at Debbie's Greenhouse starting November 1st!
Kenora N.O.W program fundraiser
Presented by Lynsey Jordanna Photography, Century 21, and Kenora Rotary Club
When: November 12, 2022, all day event
Lynsey Jordanna Photography, Century 21, and Kenora Rotary Club are putting together their yearly fundraiser. This fundraiser is for the Rotary Club of Kenora's " N.O.W Program". This fundraiser helps children in our community have healthy meals after school and during weekends.
To book a spot, please reach out to Susan Lemay at Century 21 at susan.lemay@century21.ca
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