Canada’s Premier Conference for Business Owners

The Business Transitions Forum

Join visionary business leaders to learn actionable growth and transition strategies. Network and gain expert insights to elevate your business’s value for a successful transition.

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One Forum. Six Cities.

Join the Business Transitions Forum in a city near you!

Early Bird

Winnipeg

October 21, 2026

Delta Hotels Winnipeg

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Early Bird

Vancouver

November 18, 2026

Vancouver Convention Centre West

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Early Access

Alberta

April 20, 2027

Hyatt Regency Hotel Calgary

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Early Access

Atlantic

April 27, 2027

Halifax Convention Centre

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COMING SOON

Toronto

Spring 2027

To Be Announced

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COMING SOON

Saskatoon

Spring 2027

To Be Announced

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About The Business Transitions Forum

Since 2015, the Business Transitions Forum has been guiding entrepreneurs through comprehensive growth strategies and ownership transitions, including opportunities for mergers and acquisitions (M&A) to enhance shareholder value.

Join top entrepreneurs and Canada’s leading experts to:

Increase market share and shareholder value
Identify growth and scaling opportunities
Understand the acquisition and sale process
Assess if M&A is the right growth path for your business
Implement actionable strategies to elevate your business’s value at any stage in your transition journey

Presenting The BTF Experience

Discover Growth & Transition Strategies at BTF

Expert Insights

Gain exclusive access to industry experts and thought leaders who will share their knowledge and strategies on successful business transitions.

Networking Opportunities

Connect with like-minded entrepreneurs, investors, and advisors. Build relationships that could be crucial for your business’s future.

Practical Takeaways

Learn actionable steps and best practices that you can implement immediately to ensure a smooth transition process.

Tailored Content

Choose from a variety of sessions that are specifically designed to address different transition scenarios and challenges.

Innovative Solutions

Discover the latest tools, resources, and services that can support you in planning and executing your business transition effectively.

Success Stories

Hear real-life case studies from entrepreneurs who have successfully navigated their business transitions.

Stay Up To Date

Gain expert insights, success stories, and practical resources to drive business growth and navigate transitions.

Get updates on upcoming events, promotions, and the latest strategies and trends from industry leaders to elevate your business’s value and ensure a successful transition.

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What We're Talking About

The BTF Insider

Gain expert insights, success stories, and practical resources to drive business growth and navigate transitions.

The Business You’re Running Isn’t Always The Business A Buyer Sees

Carolyn De Voest

Principal & Founder, Better Your Best Business Performance Specialists

BTF Insider #122

Business owners know their companies better than anyone. That expertise is one of their greatest strengths, but it can also create a blind spot. The longer owners spend immersed in the day-to-day, the harder it becomes to see the business through the eyes of a buyer.

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The Hardest Part Of Scaling Isn’t The Business. It’s The Founder.

Natasha Vandenhurk

Founder & CEO, Three Farmers Foods,

BTF Insider #122

Most businesses don't stop growing because they run out of opportunity. They stop growing because the leadership that built the business isn't the leadership the next stage requires.

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Eight Years Before The Deal

Chris Bachinski (GHY International) & Rob Normandeau (SeaFort Capital)

BTF Insider #121

Successful transitions rarely begin when an owner decides to sell. More often, they begin years earlier through decisions about leadership, succession and growth.

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Next Event: Alberta

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