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Sept. 3

Back to Work: An Interactive Workshop on Workplace Safety, presented by Mark's Work Wearhouse, at Great Cooks on Eight, 401 Bay St., Simpson Tower, Eighth Floor, 4 to 5 p.m. Join experts from the construction, manufacturing, restaurant service and hospitality industries; with guest speaker Suzanne Kiraly, president, standards, Canadian Standards Association, to learn about reducing the risk of slips, trips and falls in the workplace. Reserve by Aug. 26 to Megan McCann at 416-363-6444, ext. 227.

Sept. 16

The International Council of Shopping Centers Inc. (ICSC) host its New Urbanization Forum: Moving from Now to Wow, at The Carlu, 444 Yonge St. This year's forum brings together Canadian and international industry experts from the owner/developer, investment and retail communities to discuss subjects relating to the changing retail environment and, specifically, the movement in Canada from traditional enclosed shopping centres to new open air and lifestyle centres. Day starts at 8:30 a.m. and goes to 3:30 a.m., with panel discussions, debates and keynote speaker Eric R. Kuhne discussing new archetypes that celebrate the pageantry of civic life that restores health and education to the top of the development agenda. For registration details, contact Kyle Tomlin, senior meeting planner at Canada, ICSC, at 416-486-4511.

Sept. 18

The European Union Chamber of Commerce in Toronto extends an invitation to attend a European Business Club (EBC) networking opportunity, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Toronto Board of Trade, First Canadian Place. This month's EBD is organized by the Belgian Canadian Business Chamber. There will be food stations and door prizes; admission is $22 online at www.eucocit.com or $25 at the door. For details, e-mail info@eucocit.com.

Sept. 18

Capital Projects in Emerging Markets, presented by the Canada-Arab Business Council in co-operation with the Ontario Ministry of Economic Development and Trade, Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada and the Canada Pakistan Business Council, at the Toronto Congress Centre, 650 Dixon Rd. To register, contact Rick Mann at the Canada Arab Business Council at 416-362-0050 or info@canada-arabbusiness.org or Andy Merchant at the Canada Pakistan Business Council at 905-673-8281 or cpbc@rogers.com. For details on exhibiting or sponsorships, contact Barbara Vink at the Ministry of Economic Development and Trade at 416-325-6514 or barbara.vink@ontario.ca.

Sept. 18

The Retail Loss Prevention Conference will bring together more than 300 retailers and loss prevention experts to share experiences and the latest techniques for protecting retail resources. The theme of this year's conference is Creating Connections, and will focus on strengthening relationships between the retail industry, law enforcement, governments, and the community. The concerence takes place at the Toronto Congress Centre, 650 Dixon Rd. The cost for Retail Council of Canada members is $330 and for non-members is $440. Visit online at www.retailcouncil.org/events/lp/ for details and to register.

Sept. 24

Society of Industrial and Office Realtor's 43rd annual fall seminar, 1 to 6:30 p.m. at the Liberty Grand, CNE grounds, with guest lecturer Michael J. Lipsey, president of The Lipsey Company, a leader in training and consulting for the commercial real estate industry. For details and to register, visit the SIOR website at www.siorcanada.com.

Oct. 7

Retail Council of Canada presents a loss prevention workshop for store managers, regional operations, investigators, and owner/operators, featuring loss prevention expert Randy Nelson, president of Pro Active Measures. Attendees will learn how to understand inventory shrink; recognize potential vulnerabilities; look at internal corruption and the different types of external threats. The workshop will take place at the Courtyard by Marriott Downtown, 12:30 to 4 p.m. Registration fees are $100 for retail council members and $150 for non-members. For detail, e-mail events@retailcouncil.org or visit online at www.retailcouncil.org/events/.

Oct. 20

Summit on Corporate Social Responsibility, organized by Canadian Business for Social Responsibility. This year's theme is Linking Stakeholders to the Bottom Line, and will focus on how Canada's top companies are adapting to the changing needs of key stakeholders, and how these parties are changing the face of corporate responsibility. Many of Canada's leading executives and experts will discuss trends and issues relating to supply chain and product stewardship, environment and climate change, employee engagement, community investment and shareholders. Summit will take pace at the Four Seasons Hotel, 21 Avenue Rd. Registration is at 7:45 a.m. and the day goes until 5 p.m. For details and to register, contact Wesley Gee, conference director, at wesley@cbsr.ca or visit www.cbsr.ca.

Oct. 26 and 27

Grocery Innovations Canada 2008 provides retailers and manufacturers with an opportunity to connect with each other and conduct business. There are new products to discover, interesting trends emerging and innovative ideas - all key for retailers to differentiate themselves in an increasingly competitive and consumer demanding marketplace. The event will feature more than 500 exhibit booths, conference speakers such as Galen G. Weston and Tom Peters and will bring together more than 6,000 industry professionals at the Toronto Congress Centre, 650 Dixon Rd. in Etobicoke. Grocery Innovations Canada is presented by the Canadian Federation of Independent Grocers. For details and registration information, visit www.groceryinnovations.com.

Ongoing

Business Innovation Group - BIG - a networking organization promoting ideas for Business Professionals. Whether you're an established entrepreneur or just starting out, BIG has something to help you grow your business. Toronto chapter meets the second Tuesday of each month, 11:45 a.m. to 2 p.m. at David Duncan House, 125 Moatfield Dr., Don Mills and York Mills roads, $22 for members, $27 for non-members; Downtown chapter meets the third Wednesday of each month for lunch, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., members $25 prepaid, $35 cash at the door, guests $30 prepaid, $40 cash at the door; Scarborough North chapter meets the third Thursday of each month, noon to 2 p.m. at Kally's Restaurant, 430 Nugget Ave., off Markham Road, north of Sheppard Avenue, $15 for members, $20 for guests. There are no regular BIG meetings in December. Visit www.bignetworking.ca for more information.

Midtown Business Alliance, a marketing association and networking group, meets Tuesdays, 8 a.m., Meggie's Restaurant, 174 Eglinton Ave. W. Call Margaret Lindsay at 416-930-4288.

Internationally Educated Professionals, upgrade language, technical skills, employment preparation, paid internships. Skills for Change, 791 St. Clair Ave. W. Call 416-658-3101.

Don Mills Networking Group meets the third Thursday of every month at Anthony's Grill, 1090 Don Mills Rd., 9 to 10 a.m. No membership fee, food and beverage at the cost of the member. E-mail donmillsnetworking@gmail.com.

Referral Quest Beaches, marketing association and networking group, Thursdays, 7:30 a.m., Beachside Grill, 1922 Queen St. E. Call Graeme McPhaden at 416-992-7954.

Mini computer sessions, Riverdale Library, 370 Broadview Ave. Learn how to use a mouse, search the Internet, register for free e-mail and more. Classes also available in Cantonese and Mandarin. Call 416-393-7720 for dates and times.

Free career and employment services for women, including assessments for skilled trades and apprenticeship. Individual and group setting available. Two Scarborough locations. Call 416-283-5229 for more information.

The Business Breakfast Networking Club, Scarborough chapter, meets Wednesdays, Golden Griddle Family Restaurant, 10 Milner Ave., 7:15 to 8:30 a.m. Call 416-261-9388.

Scarborough Investment Club, meets the third Tuesday of every month to learn, discuss and invest in the stock market, $25 per month, YMCA, 230 Town Centre Ct., 6:30 p.m. Call 416-759-1219.