Building a Business in Canada: Insights for Newcomer Entrepreneurs
Entrepreneurship looks different for everyone, and immigrant entrepreneurs in Canada often navigate unique opportunities and challenges as they build and grow their businesses. While many bring diverse perspectives and innovative ideas, they can also face greater financial uncertainty and questions about how to build trust and credibility in the Canadian market.
In this webinar, we will explore common blind spots that can impact business success and share practical insights on how to navigate the Canadian business environment with more confidence and clarity.
What you’ll learn in this session:
- Why building a business in Canada can create new financial opportunities
- The “immigrant paradox” and common expectations around timelines for success
- Key factors that influence business performance in the Canadian market
- Practical ways to improve your chances of long-term success
- Real-world insights from experience working with businesses in Canada
This session is designed to offer practical guidance, perspective, and tools to help entrepreneurs better understand the Canadian market and position their businesses for sustainable growth.
About the Speaker:
Marcelo Andrade (LinkedIn)
Managing Director & Founder
Marcelo is an entrepreneur who has lived and worked in Canada for over 27 years. Through Lucalex, he and his team have supported more than 50 businesses as they establish and grow in the Canadian market. Marcelo is also behind Your Business in Canada, a platform designed to guide companies of different sizes and stages as they navigate their business journey in Canada.
Learn more about Marcelo and his work: Lucalex.ca
Please Note:
This webinar will be recorded and made available publicly on our YouTube channel.
- February 5, 2026 12:00 pm
- Thursday
- Virtual
- Free
- Online