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SUMMARY:From Buzzword to Bottom Line: AI Tips for Small Business
DESCRIPTION:Want to use AI but don’t know where to start?  \n  \nIf you’re like other small and medium-sized business owners\, you’ve probably thought about using AI – but real barriers keep getting in the way:  \n  \n❌ You’re overwhelmed by your options  \n❌ You’re worried about getting it wrong  \n❌ You’re too busy to figure it out alone  \n  \nOn December 18\, 2025 at 4PM-5PM (EST)\, join the Muskoka Lakes Chamber together with the Ontario Chamber of Commerce and AI Growth Academy online for a practical\, one-hour session that builds your confidence and gives you clear\, actionable steps to unlock AI’s real value. Learn how to:  \n  \n✔ Reduce busywork and free up time for what matters most  \n✔ Improve customer experience and find new paths to growth  \n✔ Adopt AI safely with simple guardrails  \n  \nUse the promo code CHAMBERVIP to register for FREE for this event.  \n  \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/from-buzzword-to-bottom-line-ai-for-small-business-tickets-1977100717468 
URL:https://www.muskokalakeschamber.ca/event/from-buzzword-to-bottom-line-ai-tips-for-small-business/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Business After Hours,Chamber
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SUMMARY:Generative AI and Intellectual Property: Navigating the Risks
DESCRIPTION:Featured Speakers  \nTony Orsi\, patent agent and principal with Smart & Biggar LP. Tony assists clients with evaluating new technologies\, pursuing patent protection globally\, and providing strategic IP management services. He works in various technology areas including electrical\, biomedical\, fintech\, AI\, software\, cleantech\, and mechanical innovations. Tony also has practical experience working with ASICs as well as signal and image processing. Tony advises\, mentors and speaks on IP for several organizations including the Spark Centre\, Invest Nova Scotia\, the Northern Ontario angels\, and several universities.\n\nGurbir Sidhu\, computer science engineer turned lawyer\, with experience in assisting technology companies to develop\, position\, and monetize their IP assets. He has extensive experience in patent prosecution\, IP due diligence\, licensing\, transactions\, and IP analytics\, with a focus on the engineering and high-tech sectors. His areas of expertise include software\, artificial intelligence\, CGI and animation\, robotics\, AR/VR technologies\, FinTech\, and aerospace. Outside of work\, Gurbir is an Adjunct Professor at Conestoga College\, where he enjoys teaching business and IP law.\n\nWhat we’ll cover  \n\n\nThe role of AI in ideation and design and how it impacts ownership and originality.\n\n\nKey risks for patents\, copyright\, trade secrets\, and trademarks when AI is part of the process.\n\n\nPractical strategies for documenting human contributions\, safeguarding. confidential information\, and ensuring compliance\n\n\nEmerging legal frameworks and what they mean for your IP strategy.\n\n\n\nParticipants will leave with actionable insights to use AI responsibly and maintain strong IP protection in an evolving legal landscape.\n\nClick here to view full details and reserve your spot:  \nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/generative-ai-and-intellectual-property-navigating-the-risks-tickets-1977623060811
URL:https://www.muskokalakeschamber.ca/event/generative-ai-and-intellectual-property-navigating-the-risks/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Business After Hours,Educational,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Ask An Expert with Muskoka Small Business Centre & District of Muskoka
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Ask An Expert!\nCome join us at The District Municipality Of Muskoka on January 28\, 2025 at 9:30 AM for a morning filled with learning\, networking\, and knowledge sharing. \nOur event will feature industry professionals ready to answer all your burning questions and provide valuable insights. Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge and network with like-minded individuals! \nWhether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out\, there’s something for everyone at Ask An Expert. Mark your calendars\, plan your questions and get ready for an enriching experience! \nAs always\, we never want finances to be a barrier to learning. We want you to know that we have a ‘scholarship’ pool and are always happy to arrange for you to attend the event for free. Just call 705-646-9021 or email admin@muskokasmallbusiness.ca to arrange for a free ticket. \nWe can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://www.muskokalakeschamber.ca/event/ask-an-expert/
LOCATION: The District Municipality Of Muskoka\, 70 Pine Street\, Bracebridge\, Ontario\, P1L 1N3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business After Hours,Educational,Home Page
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SUMMARY:The Inside Track: How to get more from your Chamber Membership
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Chamber community! The Inside Track is your introduction to Muskoka’s business network. Come meet your Chamber team and  learn tips to get the best value out of your membership!\n\nGet an insider’s look at what’s available to promote your business\, save money\, provide benefits to your staff\, and make the connections that you need to grow your business and your career.\n\nThis is a great event for: \n\nthose wanting a ‘refresher’\nyour new employees\nall new members\nthose thinking of joining\n\nWhen? The first Tuesday of every month | 12pm-1pm  \nWhere? Chamber Office (3125 Muskoka Rd 169\, Unit 2\, Bala) \nPlease email Andi at andi@muskokalakeschamber.ca to RSVP
URL:https://www.muskokalakeschamber.ca/event/the-inside-track-how-to-get-more-from-your-chamber-membership/
LOCATION:Muskoka Lakes Chamber of Commerce\, 3125 Muskoka Rad 169\, Unit 3\, Bala\, Ontario\, P0C 1A0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business After Hours,Chamber,Home Page
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn Series Session 1: The AI-Ready CEO
DESCRIPTION:Register for Free here: Lunch & Learn Series Session 1: The AI-Ready CEO Tickets\, Wed\, Feb 11\, 2026 at 12:00 PM | Eventbrite\n\nGet leadership clarity before you invest in AI\n\n\n\nMost business owners are rushing to adopt AI tools before they’ve aligned them with their own leadership strategy. That’s backwards.\nThis session helps you set your direction\, create simple AI guardrails\, and build a CEO Partner prompt you can reuse for real decisions \nWhat We’ll Cover\n\nHow your leadership lens shapes your AI outcomes and custom solutions\nWhat you need to know\nWhere most CEOs go wrong with tech adoption\nWhy “structure first\, then AI” matters now more than ever\n\nWhat You’ll Get\n\nA guided leadership self-audit (pre-session)\nYour first CEO Master Prompt to steer strategic use of AI\nA no-fluff\, high-impact Quickstart Toolkit for immediate action\nOption to submit your prompt for 1:1 expert feedback\n\nWho It’s For\n\nBusiness owners ready to stop winging it with AI\nCEOs and Founders who want clarity before chaos\nLeaders exploring growth\, transition\, or digital modernization\n\nAbout Sara\nAI Strategist\,\nSmall Business Growth Advisor and former Business Broker. \nSara is a strategic AI partner who listens first\, then helps small business owners and leaders to build a clear AI Action plan with tools they can use confidently.
URL:https://www.muskokalakeschamber.ca/event/lunch-learn-leadership-your-vision-your-business/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Business After Hours,Educational,Home Page,Webinar
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SUMMARY:The Inside Track
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays with the Chamber Team- information session to help you and your business \nMembers: New to our Chamber or want a refresher? Inside Track gives you the inside scoop on Chamber benefits\, promotions\, connections and resources you can use right away. Meet the team\, ask questions\, and learn how to get the most from your Membership. \nAdditional Event Dates for 2026: \n\nMarch 3\nApril 7\nMay 12\nJuly 7\nAug 4\nSept 8\nNov 3\nDec 1\n\n  \nRegister Today! 
URL:https://www.muskokalakeschamber.ca/event/the-inside-track/
LOCATION:Muskoka Lakes Chamber of Commerce\, 3125 Muskoka Rad 169\, Unit 3\, Bala\, Ontario\, P0C 1A0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business After Hours,Chamber,Home Page
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SUMMARY:Two Chamber Business After Hours @ Baycrest Distribution Bala: Members\, RSVP Today
DESCRIPTION:Join Muskoka Lakes Chamber and Parry Sound Chamber Members at Baycrest Distribution Building Supplies\, located at the corner of 169 and Moon River Rd.\, Bala. \n\nRSVP now on Eventbrite> \nThe Muskoka Lakes Chamber & Parry Sound Area Chamber invite you to kick off the 2026 season at our first Business After Hours on May 21st\, hosted by Baycrest Distribution! Join us for an exclusive evening inside their impressive space and get an up-close look at their unique setups. \n\n\nEnjoy delicious drinks and nibbles while connecting with fellow business professionals in a relaxed\, welcoming atmosphere. It’s the perfect opportunity to network\, spark new ideas\, and celebrate the start of another exciting season together. \nDon’t miss this fantastic evening of connection\, conversation\, and community! \n\nRSVP now on Eventbrite.
URL:https://www.muskokalakeschamber.ca/event/two-chamber-business-after-hours-baycrest-distribution/
LOCATION:Baycrest Distribution\, 1003 Moon River Road\, Bala\, Ontario\, P0C 1A0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business After Hours,Home Page
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260616T170000
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SUMMARY:Business After Hours at Brackenrig Butcher June 16
DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Brackenrig Butcher on TUESDAY\, June 16 for a great kick off summer networking event. \nWhere: 1056 Brackenrig Centre Road \nClick here to RSVP. Your $10 contribution is welcomed and appreciated.
URL:https://www.muskokalakeschamber.ca/event/business-after-hours-at-brackenrig-butcher-june-16/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Business After Hours,Chamber,Community
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SUMMARY:Burgers and Beer with Karl: Contractor Meetup & BBQ July 10
DESCRIPTION:Work in the construction industry in Muskoka? You’re invited for free Burgers and Beer with host Karl Klos. \nRSVP FREE HERE > BurgersandBeerwithKarl.eventbrite.ca \n\n\n\n\nKnock off work early on Friday\, July 10 and join Contractors\, Property Managers\, anyone in Muskoka’s construction industry for free Burgers and Beer at Klos Concepts in Glen Orchard. Your host\, electrician Karl Klos\, invites you to this informal\, relaxed opportunity to meet others in your biz and shoot the breeze about summer 2026. FREE admission – please RSVP. \nFree burgers and beer with Muskoka Lakes Chamber Member Klos Concepts. You do NOT have to be a Chamber Member to attend this event. The more\, the merrier! You’ll find Klos Concepts on Hwy 169 between the 118 cutoff and Glen Orchard Public School – watch for it on your right coming from the north (left from the south).
URL:https://www.muskokalakeschamber.ca/event/burgers-and-beer-with-karl-contractor-meetup-bbq-july-10/
LOCATION:Klos Concepts\, 3969 Muskoka Rd 169 Port Carling\, ON P0B 1J0\, Port Carling\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business After Hours,Home Page
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