Aspiring and existing online entrepreneurs need reliable sources of information regarding local business programs, funding, licensing, learning, mentorship, and more for the Canadian province they’re doing business in. Official gateways and non-profit programs provide a starting point for this information.
No matter which province you live in, I encourage you to check them all out. I’ve found valuable information on many of these sites that apply to national or even international startups. Some of them provide more than others, including tools and blogs.
Federal & Provincial Business Portals & Gateways
The following government business starting points will provide a solid information foundation for you to build your business upon. We’ve focused on provincial resources, but added a few federal destinations to help you even more.
BizPal streamlines your business permit and licensing experience with one tool.
The Government of Canada provides a tailored list of programs and services from across Canada for entrepreneurs and non-profit organizations.
The BC Business portal provides resources and information to help start and grow your business.
Business and industry funding and support, labour relations, and corporate tax incentives.
Business Link is a non-profit organization supported by the Government of Canada and the Government of Alberta. They offer one-on-one advice, resources, support, events, training, and webinars.
The Government of Manitoba has a business portal of information and resources related to all aspects of doing business in the province.
Information about Ontario’s economy and how to do business there. Includes economic development opportunities, research funding, tax credits for business, and the Ontario Budget.
Small Business Centre of London, Ontario
The London Small Business Centre provides entrepreneurs with the training and support necessary to start and grow successful businesses.
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
The Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency works to create opportunities for economic growth in the region by:
- Helping businesses become more competitive, innovative and productive.
- Working with diverse communities to develop and diversify local economies.
- Championing the strengths of Atlantic Canada.
New Brunswick Resources for Business
The Government of New Brunswick has a business portal of information and resources related to all aspects of starting and running a business in the province.
New Brunswick Business Navigators
NB Business Navigators connect you with the partners and resources you need from the get-go, so you can dive straight into the most exciting part of growing your business.
Prince Edward Island Business Start-up and Entrepreneurship
PEI is focused on providing new opportunities for entrepreneurs, creating new jobs for Islanders and encouraging business innovation and growth to build on economic success.
PEI Government Business Navigator
The Business Navigator offers a free service that helps guide business owners and entrepreneurs through the various Provincial regulations associated with starting, owning, operating and growing a business.
Government of NFLD & Labrador Business & Economic Development
The Government of NFLD & Labrador covers everything related to starting and operating a business there.
Newfoundland & Labrador Business Navigators
Business Navigators will provide a one-on-one, personalized service for inquiries relating to establishing and/or operating businesses in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Resources for starting, operating and ending a business in Nova Scotia.
Nova Scotia Business Navigators
Nova Scotia Business Navigators help you navigate provincial regulations and requirements for new businesses in Nova Scotia. They help you understand the steps you need to take when starting a business, including regulations and requirements (such as licences, permits and registrations) you need to follow.
Starting a Business in Saskatchewan
Business resources for startups are provided by the Government of Saskatchewan.
Funding, training and business support programs that foster economic development in Nunavut.
Learn about funding, licensing, taxation and more for Yukon startups and established businesses.
Funding, training and business support programs that foster economic development in the Yukon.
The Black Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub
The Black Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub is a national network of six regional research hubs with the mandate of co-creating and co-generating community-focused research to ensure Black businesses are able reach their full potential.
Indigenous Business Navigator Service
Connect your business, organization or community to Government of Canada programs and services for business and economic development. Indigenous businesses, owners, organizations and communities can use this service.
Women Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub
With the support of the Government of Canada, The Women Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub (WEKH) is a national network and accessible digital platform for sharing research, resources and leading strategies.
The 2SLGBTQI+ (Rainbow) Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub (REKH)
The 2SLGBTQI+ (Rainbow) Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub aims to understand the systemic constraints and barriers to career pathways for 2SLGBTQI+ Canadians.
Many of these sites will lead you to other Canadian tools and resources, from the federal level right down to the municipal level. You can be sure they’re directing you to official and reputable websites with accurate and (usually) current information.
Did We Miss Anything?
We’ll expand and update this list of provincial business portals and gateways as we discover them. Please follow us on social media or subscribe to our newsletter to be notified of the latest updates, or join us in the Online Business Canada Facebook group.
Please add any additional government (or government supported) business resources in the comments below. Thank you to those who have contributed to this list so far. Arming the nation’s entrepreneurs with solid information helps them avoid many pitfalls and get on with building.
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You might want to update the broken link for the Alberta Provincial Portal. The one I found is at: https://www.alberta.ca/supports-grants-and-resources
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