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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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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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Explore the Latest Articles from The BTF Insider

Empowering Business Growth: Carolyn de Voest On Leadership, Strategy, & Navigating Family Transitions

Carolyn de Voest, a sought-after business performance and leadership expert, is passionate about helping subject matter experts—such as accountants, lawyers, and engineers—transition into thriving business leaders. Drawing from her vast experience, de Voest emphasizes the importance of intentional planning, team alignment, and clear accountability in fostering sustainable growth.
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The Less Your Business Needs You, The Easier It Is To Sell

Grant Findlay-Shirras is an accomplished entrepreneur with a track record of scaling companies and driving long-term success. As the Co-Founder of Parkbench, he bootstrapped the business to $37 million in revenue, serving 500,000+ local businesses and 7,000+ real estate agents, while building a remote team of 88.
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Agency Creates Believers In The Brands They Believe In

Tom Shepansky is one of the Founders of Rethink Communications, the leading independent creative agency in Canada. Rethink was founded 25 years ago and has grown beyond Canada to become a Globally recognized agency, most recently awarded Independent Agency of the Year at the Cannes festival. Rethink has offices in Vancouver, Toronto, Montreal and has recently opened a New York office to serve global brands in the US and beyond.
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More Businesses Coming To The Market These Days

Negotiating a successful merger or acquisition takes more than expertise and experience. It also requires deep focus, serious goal-setting and the strength and stamina to go the distance. Kevin Shaw, President & Managing Director at Baker Tilly Capital, has worked with businesses in a variety of industries ranging from hospitality to construction in providing his expertise and experience in acquisition planning, divestitures, business strategy and business transition.
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Providing A One-Stop Shop For Executive Services

Karen Jordan, based in San Diego, California, launched a unique business last year to fill a growing need in the marketplace. She founded Hibernia Executive Partners to provide access to on demand C Suite executives. “We provide fractional C Suite services. So I’m the one-stop shop for any executive level support that the company might need,” said Jordan, who is the company’s CEO.
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Your Business Will Grow To The Extent That You Do

Husband and wife team Celine and Allan Bacani took over ownership of Vancouver-based Lee’s Donuts six years ago and have grown the business from one location to its current six and a commissary in the region with plans for national growth.
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