Get tools and information on what to consider before starting a business. You'll find business plan templates; information on registration, regulations and incorporation; sector and other economic data; and more. Canada.ca/start-business

Learn how to fuel your R&D and innovation projects through government grants, contributions and loans, as well as private sector financing. Get information on tax refunds and credits. Gain access to equity funding. Unlock the potential of crowdfunding. Canada.ca/business-financing

Learn about programs and services available in your region to help your business succeed. Canada.ca/business-support

Find out more about the municipal, provincial, territorial and federal permits, licences and regulations that apply to your business. Canada.ca/bizpal

Learn how to handle day-to-day operations, including budgeting, marketing and payroll deductions. Find out how to attract and develop one of your most important assets: people. Canada.ca/business-management

Learn how to protect patents, trademarks, industrial designs and copyright. Get information to help you build an IP business strategy and make the most of your IP assets. Canada.ca/intellectual-property

Are you prepared to handle anything? Learn about emergency and disaster plans, business continuity, e-business security, fraud prevention, privacy, legal requirements, workplace hazards and more. Canada.ca/protect-business

Promote and sell your goods and services to government, search for bidding opportunities and compete for government contracts in Canada and internationally. Canada.ca/sell-to-government

Are you a woman with a business idea? Learn about how the Women Entrepreneurship Strategy can help you grow your business and gain access to financing, talent, networks and expertise. Find out what tools and resources are available to support you through the phases of business development. Canada.ca/women-entrepreneurship

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• Entrepreneurship Connections Entrepreneurship Connections helps newcomers who plan to start a business in Canada. This program will assist you with setting up a successful small business in the Canadian market.
New Canadians’ Immigrant Café The Immigrant Café is a community of immigrant entrepreneurs at all levels of experience and expertise. It is a great way for newcomers to make new business connections and to get the know-how and inspiration to venture out on their own.
Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) BDC offers loans and services exclusively for businesses. You can also find articles and resources on how to start or grow your business.
Connect Legal: Legal advice for immigrants Connect Legal helps immigrants succeed by providing commercial legal education and assistance to immigrant entrepreneurs.
Learning Enrichment Foundation’s Emerging Entrepreneurs program This program supports immigrants looking to start a business, or working to grow their small home-based business. The focus is on connecting entrepreneurs with general business information and on learning key business language, with a focus on transferrable skills.’
Futurpreneur Canada Futurpreneur offers free business planning resources, financing and mentoring for entrepreneurs (18-39 years), with tailored support for newcomers to Canada.