Do you own your own business? Have you ever thought of starting one? If you answered yes to either of these questions, then you should participate in the Do It In Durham event taking place from Monday, November 18 to Thursday, November 21.

Do It In Durham will provide free workshops and networking events; the chance to meet like-minded individuals; and the opportunity to win prizes worth up to $7,000.

The Spark Centre and BACD have joined forces with regional partners, including Durham College, for the event which allows participants to discover the educational resources, business connections and funds available in the Durham Region to help entrepreneurs start and grow businesses.

“Part of our mission is to transform Durham into a thriving, entrepreneurial place to be,” said Martin Croteau, executive director of the Spark Centre. “We know Durham is a great place to live and go to school, but it’s also become a fantastic place to start a business. Do It In Durham will make connection points for learning, support and recognition at every stage in that journey.”

Held across a number of locations across the Durham Region, Do It In Durham is happening in conjunction with thousands of other events around the world, in celebration of Global Entrepreneurship Week, a time to celebrate the innovators and job creators who are driving economic growth.