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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.

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Alberta

April 21, 2026
Hyatt Regency Hotel Calgary
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Atlantic

May 6, 2026
Halifax Convention Centre
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Toronto

May 12, 2026
The Quay (Toronto Region Board of Trade)
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Saskatoon

June 10, 2026
TCU Place
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Winnipeg

October 21, 2026
Delta Hotels Winnipeg
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Vancouver

November 18, 2026
Vancouver Convention Centre West
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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:

  1. Increase market share and shareholder value
  2. Identify growth and scaling opportunities
  3. Understand the acquisition and sale process
  4. Assess if M&A is the right growth path for your business
  5. 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.

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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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Explore the Latest Articles from The BTF Insider

Laura Vaughan On CEO Peer Learning & Business Transitions

Leadership can be a lonely and complex journey, but Laura Vaughan, Ontario Regional Director at MacKay CEO Forums, is working to change that. Based in the Greater Toronto Area, Vaughan facilitates peer learning groups that bring together CEOs and executives to share insights, tackle challenges, and gain a broader perspective on leadership.
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Woodward Capital’s Vision For Supporting Canadian Businesses

Woodward Capital, a holding company focused on investing in small to medium-sized founder-owned and family-owned businesses, has quickly made its mark since launching two and a half years ago. Based in Ontario, the firm is carving out a niche by addressing succession challenges facing Canadian businesses.
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Empowering Legacy Business Transitions Across Canada & Beyond

Decisive Dividend Corporation, a Kelowna-based acquisition-oriented company, is reshaping the landscape for legacy business owners across Canada with its unique “buy, build, and hold” strategy. At the helm of this innovative organization is Chief Executive Officer Jeff Schellenberg, who recently shared insights into the company’s mission, operations, and involvement in the upcoming Alberta Business Transitions Forum (BTF).
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Navigating Entrepreneurial Transitions: Insights From Mike Dill Of Holland & Hart

Entrepreneurship can be a thrilling journey, but it can also come with significant challenges—especially when it’s time to scale or transition a business. Mike Dill, a partner focused on M&A at law firm, Holland & Hart, shared his expertise on the complexities of helping entrepreneurs navigate these pivotal moments. Based in Denver, with offices throughout the Mountain West, Holland & Hart specializes in guiding business owners from start-up through scaling and ultimately to an exit.
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DIY Disaster: Think Twice About Trying To Sell Your Business Yourself

If you’ve done a good job building and running your business, well done – this is what you’re good at, and have time for. You then might arrive at the point where you feel it’s time to transition your business towards an exit. So, what should – or shouldn’t – you do? “Taking your eye off the ball while running a successful business you want to sell is the worst thing that can happen,” said Brett Story, partner at Denver-based investment banking firm Britehorn Partners.
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Climbing To The Top: Business Wisdom & Life Lessons From Kilimanjaro

Constance Fenyo, a business consultant, speaker, senior executive, entrepreneur, investor and author, is an experienced entrepreneur with a demonstrated history of successfully working in the legal information services and software industry. She’s skilled in effective negotiation with all levels of government, bringing new software products to market. She also has seasoned experience in business planning, transforming markets, M&A, leadership development, and sales.
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