Starting a business
Want to be your own boss? The idea of starting a business is appealing to a lot of people and can be very rewarding. This information will help you plan for a successful start to your entrepreneurship journey.
- Before starting your business
Get ready to start a business by doing the research and planning that will help you launch your project. - Checklists and guides for starting a business
Access guides and checklists for starting different types of businesses. - Business planning
Find out how to write a business plan and access templates, sample business plans, market research information and statistics. - Financing your new business
Find out about available sources of financing for your start-up business. - Naming your business
Choose the right name for your business. Your business name should be unique and easy to remember, and should describe the products and services you provide. - Registering your business
Learn about the requirements for registering your business with different levels of government. - Permits, licences and regulations
Learn about permits, licences and regulations that apply to your business. - Employees, payroll, and taxes
Explore some of the resources that can help you with hiring and managing employees as well as paying a variety of taxes. - Choosing and setting up a location
Trying to decide where to locate your business and how to arrange it once you get there? Consider your options. - Start and grow a social enterprise
Are you ready to turn your social mission into a social enterprise? Find resources to help you start, manage and grow your organization.
