
Free one-on-one business advice.
Our team of in-house small business experts can help you navigate the process of starting and running a business with free one-on-one advice.
We can help you:
- Understand and navigate the startup process including regulations and licensing
- Explore strategies to be successful in starting or running your business
- Learn about your financing options, marketing and sales strategies, HR, and more
- Find the most relevant resources and supports in the business community
Our market research services.
Validating your idea is the first step in starting a new business or pursuing a new business idea. Our market research experts can help you gather the information you need to validate your idea. We can provide information related to:
- Customer demographics
- The lifestyles and behaviours of your target market
- Household spending on goods and services
- Competitors in your industry
- Industry news, trends, and average financial ratios
- Importing and exporting data
Business plan reviews.
Our small business strategists can review your business plan and provide you with feedback and coaching to get it to where it needs to be – whether you’re looking for financing, or just need to work out the details of your business idea.
Don’t have a business plan yet? Get started with our free interactive Business Plan Builder. The tool will walk you through the business planning process with details on what to include in each section, helpful tips, and examples. When you’re done, export your plan and submit it for review!
Small business resources and tools.
Whether you’re just getting started or have an established business, we’ve got free resources and tools that can help you build a thriving business. Access our free interactive Business Plan Builder, webinar recordings, small business basics videos, and downloadable guides featuring topics like start-up steps, marketing, and financial management.
