Newcomer Creative Exchange: Field Trip to the Brampton Entrepreneur Centre

Brampton Arts Organization (BAO)'s Newcomer Creative Exchange program is for newcomer artists, creatives, or cultural workers looking to continue their arts and culture careers in Canada. The program creates a space for these Brampton-based newcomers to gather, network, create, and learn together in a welcoming and supportive environment.

For our sixth and final Newcomer Creative Exchange session of the year, we will be taking a field trip to the Brampton Entrepreneur Centre (BEC).

The Brampton Entrepreneur Centre empowers entrepreneurs and small business owners to turn their visions into reality! Whether you're just starting out, refining your business plan, or navigating changes in an established business, BEC’s expert guidance and resources are designed to fuel your success. With most services free of charge and the rest offered at an affordable rate, BEC provide the tools you need to grow and thrive. As part of the City of Brampton’s Economic Development Office, BEC is your one-stop hub for innovative business support in a dynamic and flourishing city.

Join us as we learn about the resources available for creative entrepreneurs at BEC. Following the tour, we will hear from two local creatives on how they’ve started and grown their creative businesses in Brampton with the support of BEC.

This session and all Newcomer Creative Exchange sessions are free for Brampton residents.

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Translation: If you are a Brampton resident who needs a translator to support your participation, please get in touch with us at info@bramptonartsorg.ca as soon as possible (minimum of 7 business days in advance) so that we can make the necessary arrangements.

Accessibility: If you are a Brampton resident who needs assistance or support to participate, such as an ASL interpreter, please get in touch with us at info@bramptonartsorg.ca as soon as possible (minimum of five days in advance) so that we can make the necessary arrangements.

Transportation: We can provide all-ages Brampton Transit Tickets to Brampton residents free of charge to those who need them for all BAO in-person events. If you would like to pick up a ticket for yourself and others attending with you, please email info@bramptonartsorg.ca prior to the event and we will have them available for you onsite. Tickets work for both Brampton Transit and Züm buses.

Workshop Facilitator

Prince Khan, MEDI, CITP®|FIBP® is the Supervisor at the Brampton Entrepreneur Centre + Co-working space. Prince is a highly accomplished Business Consultant and a Certified International Trade Professional. With over 12 years of experience in the entrepreneurial space, he has been instrumental in helping start-up entrepreneurs master their business ventures. In his former role at the Halton Small Business Centre/Global Business Centre, Prince assisted business owners with advisory services on business start-ups and domestic expansion while educating companies on exploring opportunities for global business scaling. Prince is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Guelph-Humber and Algonquin/CDI College, where he teaches courses on Emerging Technologies, Market Research, and Entrepreneurship. Lastly, Prince has recently completed his Master's in Economic Development and Innovation from the University of Waterloo and now uses his education to build stronger and more resilient community in Brampton through a bottom-up innovation approach.

Cassandra Couto is a self-taught visual and mixed media artist. With a deep passion for creativity, she channels her artistic vision into her work by working with various mediums to evoke a vase range of emotions, themes, and/or messages. Beyond her artistic endeavours, Cassandra is dedicated to empowering the entrepreneurial community since joining the BEC team. Through workshops, mentorship, and guidance, she actively supports aspiring entrepreneurs in navigating their journeys and realizing their visions. She believes in the transformative power of creativity and entrepreneurship to drive positive change and innovation.