The York Small Business Enterprise Centre is partnering with the Federation of African Canadian Economics (FACE) Coalition to host Innovate. Network. Thrive: Celebrating Black Entrepreneurs in York Region.
This free, one-day business exposition and marketplace is open to the public and will showcase Black-owned small businesses in York Region, ranging from food, art, health and wellness and more!
Event details:
Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025
Time: 10 to 6 p.m.
Location: Upper Canada Mall, 17600 Yonge Street, Newmarket
Centre Court (near Dollarama) and Davis Court (near Laura)
What else can you expect?
- 19 local vendors showcasing unique products and services
- Live performances throughout the day
- Raffle prizes and giveaways happening throughout the day
- Opportunities to network, shop and support Black entrepreneurs
Registration is encouraged but not mandatory. Sign up to receive event updates!
Representatives from the York Small Business Enterprise Centre and FACE Coalition will be present to answer questions about the program and other services available to local business owners and entrepreneurs.
The York Small Business Enterprise Centre is the go-to source for small businesses in York Region’s northern six municipalities of Aurora, East Gwillimbury, Georgina, King, Newmarket and Whitchurch-Stouffville. The centre offers training, business plan development, mentoring, advisory services and more. Learn more at yorklink.ca/SmallBusiness
Founded in 2021, The Federation of African Canadian Economics (FACE) is a national and bilingual Black-led non-profit organization aimed at providing Black entrepreneurs in Canada with access to critical capital investments, working capital, and additional business resources for their success. Learn more at facecoalition.com
Confirmed vendors
- Watson & Co. Jewellery
- PHYSELITE
- Make it Happen Event Services Inc.
- Mathnasium of Richmond Hill North
- Island Gurl Foods Incorporated
- The Financial Moment
- Talbot & Associates CPA
- Nerpy’s Inc.
- Lost & Vegan
- Goats in the City Inc.
- Coconut Village Elevate
- Jadionn Skincare
- Tinted Beauty Cosmetics
- ORIKREA
- Makarios Creations
- A WWB Production, Inc.
- Asili Living Co Skincare and Bath Inc.
- Soulupliftment Hub
- Palomino Gordon Law Professional Corporation /Caribbean Tallawah
Questions?
Contact ysbec@york.ca