If you are interested in starting a business in Canada, it is a good idea to build a good business plan. Canada Business (www.canadabusiness.ca or 1-888-576-4444) brings together federal, provincial/territorial and local information about programs, services and business tools that are available to help you.

 

Additional Resources:

 

• Canada Small Business Financing Program (small business loans) www.ic.gc.ca or call 1-866-959-1699

• Business Development Bank of Canada (financing, venture capital, and consulting services for small and medium-sized companies) www.bd.ca or call 1-877-232-2269

• Bizpal website (online service that simplifies the business permit and licensing process) www.bizpal.ca

• Municipal government in the city or town you live