Small Business Month Celebrations

Small Business Week is a national celebration of Canadian entrepreneurs and their contribution to Canada's economy. 

Small and medium-sized businesses are the foundation of the Canadian economy, accounting for 99% of all businesses, and employing approximately 10.5 million Canadians in the private sector.

Anthony McLean

With a background in theatre, Anthony McLean delivers lively presentations on diversity, anti-racism, and mental health. He has delivered hundreds of inspiring talks across Canada, the US, and Australia. As a respected voice in his field, McLean has appeared on CBC News, Global Toronto's Morning Show, and Breakfast Television. Delivering research-backed tools and actionable strategies, McLean always leaves his audiences inspired to bring their best every day. 

McLean is also an actor who has starred in television commercials for Ford, Milk, Sprite, Verizon Wireless, and Bell. He hosted the CBC Television show The X and was featured in the documentary films Colour Me, SOAR, and Rising Above. In his theatre career, McLean acted in the renowned Stratford Festival, where he developed his passion for Shakespeare. He also loves to freestyle rap — give him any topic in the world and he'll make up a rap on the spot about it. 

Keynote: Are We Anti-Racist Yet?

George Floyd. Amy Cooper. Ahmaud Arbery. These names and others have put the reality of anti-black racism on full display. People everywhere are asking how they, and their organizations, can be allies to people of colour. It isn’t enough to hide behind a generic diversity statement — leaders need to be actively engaged in dismantling racism. In this presentation, Anthony McLean shows participants how they can move from being “non-racist” (passive) to being “anti-racist” (active) at work, at home, and in their communities.

Learning Outcomes:

-The barriers of systemic racism facing people of colour.
-The impact micro-aggressions have on workplace culture.
-Actionable strategies to move from “non-racist” to “anti-racist.”

Event Details:

Event: Small Business Week - Living a Better Live.

Date: October 27, 2021

Time: 11:45am - Private session with Presenting Sponsors,  Noon - 1:00pm - Keynote

Location:  Online Event (hosted by Hopin)

Sponsorship Opportunties:

Presenting Sponsor:  $2,000 +hst (ONLY 3 available)

• Admission for 10 to be used for staff/clients/guests

• 10 x $50 Gift Cards (Cambridge Mill or Blackshop Restaurant)

• Full Page in Spectrum Publication (Value $852)

• Verbal Recognition

• Website Presence (logo included)

• Participate in 15-minute VIP session with guest speaker

• Follow-up in the Spectrum

• Mentioned in Email Blasts

Supporting Sponsor:  $800 +hst

• Admission for 6 to be used for staff/clients/guests

• 6 x $25 Gift Cards (Cambridge Mill)

• ½ Page in Spectrum Publication (Value $660)

• Verbal Recognition

• Website Presence (logo included)

• Follow-up in the Spectrum

Community Sponsor:   $400 +hst

• Admission for 2

• 2 x $25 Gift Cards (Cambridge Mill)

• Verbal Recognition

• 1/8 Page in Spectrum Publication (Value $269)

• Website Presence (logo included)

• Follow-up in the Spectrum

Partner Sponsor:  $400 +hst

• Admission for 6

• Verbal Recognition

• 1/8 Page in Spectrum Publication (Value $269)

• Website Presence (logo included)

• Follow-up in the Spectrum