START MY BUSINESS
Evaluating your idea and getting started
Thinking about starting your own Business? Not sure where to start?
The Small Business Centre can provide you with the tools and resources you need to evaluate your idea and decide if entrepreneurship is right for you.
If you’re ready to get started the Centre offers a full range of support services, including workshops, seminars, government programs, advisory assistance, networking events and much more to help you put your business on the path to success.
Have questions about your business plan?
Our Advisors are available to assist you with your market research and help you get started on your plan.
If you’ve already begun working on a plan, you may want to meet with an Advisor for an in-depth consultation and feedback on all aspects of your plan. Consultations are free and confidential.
Starting a Small Business Seminar
IN-PERSON: Starting A Small Business Seminar
Thursday, October 22nd, 2026
VIRTUAL: Starting A Small Business Seminar
Thursday, November 12th, 2026
IN-PERSON: Starting A Small Business Seminar
Tuesday, November 24th, 2026
IN-PERSON: Starting A Small Business in Canada
Friday, December 11th, 2026
IN-PERSON: Starting A Small Business in Canada
Friday, January 8th, 2027
VIRTUAL: Don’t Wait to Plan Your Exit: Succession Planning for Small Business
Monday, October 19th, 2026
IN-PERSON: T1 – CRA Taxation Requirements for Sole Proprietors
Wednesday, October 21st, 2026
IN-PERSON: Hiring Your First Employee
Thursday, October 22nd, 2026
IN-PERSON: The Seven Steps of Sales
Thursday, October 29th, 2026
In-Person: Maximize Business Income: Smart Tax Strategies for Entrepreneurs
Wednesday, November 4th, 2026
VIRTUAL: Customer Service Seminar: From Browsing to Buying – and back again
Monday, November 23rd, 2026
In-Person: Get Found Online: SEO & AI Search for Small Businesses
Wednesday, December 2nd, 2026
VIRTUAL: T2 – CRA Taxation Requirements for Incorporated Small Businesses
Monday, December 14th, 2026












