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Below is a list of e-business-oriented programs, services and some regulations of the
federal government departments and other organizations that are partners of the Canada Business Service
Centres:
All Government Initiatives
Broadband for Rural and Northern Development Pilot Program
The Broadband for Rural and Northern Development Pilot Program was created to assist those communities without broadband access. Most often, improved access is necessary in First Nations, northern and rural communities in order to provide services in the areas of health and education, as well as to augment economic opportunities. The Broadband Pilot Program conducted two rounds of business plan development funding, followed by two rounds of implementation funding, each with a competitive call by Industry Canada for the submission of applications from interested communities throughout Canada.
Business Development Support for Telecommunications and Information Technologies Sectors
The International Business Development Office (IBDO) offers various support services to Canadian telecommunications and information technology companies interested in exporting their products and services.
Canada's Computers for Schools Program
Canada's Computers for Schools Program helps schools and libraries take full advantage of the information age by channelling surplus computers into classrooms and public libraries across Canada. Businesses are encouraged to donate their Pentium 233 level and up surplus computers to the CFS program so that they can be repaired, refurbished and distributed free of charge to Canadian schools and libraries.
Canada's Innovation Strategy
Canada's Innovation Strategy is presented in two papers, Knowledge Matters: Skills and Learning for Canadians and Achieving Excellence: Investing in People, Knowledge and Opportunity. The strategy outlines the factors that will drive economic growth and social development over the next decade. The papers highlight the goals, milestones and targets that will improve innovation, skills and learning in Canada.
Canadian Company Capabilities
Canadian Company Capabilities (CCC) is an online database which profiles approximately 50 000 Canadian companies. It offers free registration to Canadian companies and is available globally through Strategis, Industry Canada's Web site. This database contains vital company information that can be searched to locate Canadian suppliers and distribution channels, to determine competition, to form partnerships and to uncover export ventures.
Community Access Program (CAP)
The Community Access Program (CAP) provides Canadians with affordable public access to the Internet and the skills to use it effectively. CAP has worked with community-based partners to establish a network of 6,800 public Internet access sites in rural and urban communities across Canada.
Computer Industry Resources Committed to the Leading Edge (CIRCLE)
The Canadian government's policy is to enhance the services it offers through the innovative use of information and technology. As one of the largest customers for information technology in Canada, purchasing close to $3 billion in goods and services each year, the federal government has a responsibility to recognize and promote the use of Canadian products and services wherever possible. The recognition of a company as a Canadian manufacturer provides government buyers with the assurance that they are buying a quality product and that the Canadian economy will benefit from their purchases.
Consulting Group
The Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) provides customized consulting solutions to meet the complex challenges faced by today's Canadian entrepreneurs. Whether it's through individual consulting, group training, or a combination of both, BDC's Consulting Group (CG) helps innovative Canadian business succeed. These services are often combined with financial services to support an increasing number of innovative Canadian businesses prosper in today's global economy.
Doing Business in the Government Procurement Marketplace
This fact sheet provides information on doing business in the government procurement marketplace. Some definitions of terms related to government procurement are also offered.
Doing Business on the Internet
This fact sheet provides information on the Internet as a research tool, a networking tool and an advertising medium. Some definitions of terms related to the Internet are also offered.
E-Business InfoKit
The E-Business InfoKit consists of two CD-ROMs and a 128-page that provide information on establishing a web presence and pursuing e-business activities. The InfoKit is available online at the Saskatchewan
E-Future Centre.
E-Business Trade Roadmap
The e-business Trade Roadmap is geared to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) who, as a result of establishing a web site, are potential exporters of products or services. The Roadmap is predominantly a series of hyperlinks to public and private sector web sites which focus on Internet-based international trade transactions. The series of links are grouped under subject headings of "Steps," which are the various stages of a commercial transaction carried out over the Internet.
E-Commerce First Step
Student Connections (SC) offers a series of services aimed at helping small and medium enterprises (SMEs) better understand how e-business and e-commerce can benefit their daily business activities. From planning, promoting, and updating a Web site, to incorporating electronic payment processes into on-line activities, SMEs can learn the elements of a successful and marketable e-presence. E-Commerce First Step provides practical, cost-effective e-commerce training designed to meet the specific needs of each business client.
ebiz.enable
Successful companies, large and small, new or established, know that the smartest business decision is an informed one, especially when tapping into the vast potential of the Internet. Informed e-business decisions are made easier at ebiz.enable, Industry Canada's Web site dedicated to helping small and medium enterprises (SMEs) succeed in reaping the rewards of e-business.
Guest Advisor Program
business infosource's Guest Advisor Program provides you with the opportunity to speak with management consultants, lawyers, accountants and e-business experts, all who volunteer their time to discuss your business concerns.
Industrial Research Assistance Program (IRAP)
The National Research Council's Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC-IRAP) is Canada's premier innovation assistance program for small and medium Canadian enterprises (SMEs). A vital component of the NRC, IRAP is a cornerstone in Canada's innovation system and is regarded world-wide as one of the best programs of its kind.
Informatics Professional Services (IPS) Marketplace
The IPS is an electronic procurement tool to assist federal departments and agencies, in the National Capital Area, in their procurements for informatics professional services, below the NAFTA threshold of $89 000. IPS is accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a week through the Internet.
Innovation Financing Solutions
In order to support innovative companies, the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) has developed Innovation Financing Solution (up to $250 000), a new product designed to fund projects to develop e-business, explore new export markets, and to cover the costs of R & D associated with the introduction of new products and services.
Institute for Information Technology (IIT)
NRC's Institute for Information Technology (NRC-IIT), one of the National Research Council's 19 research institutes and programs, assists industry through collaborative R&D; projects. NRC-IIT conducts scientific research, develops technology, creates knowledge and supports innovation.
Intellectual Property - IP Toolkit
The toolkit is based on the top questions that entrepreneurs ask about Intellectual Property (IP) including patents, trade-marks, copyrights and industrial designs. The toolkit provides an information component as well as a "how to" section.
MERX - Electronic Tendering Service
MERX is an online service that advertises government procurement opportunities to potential bidders. It is owned and operated by Mediagrif Interactive Technologies Inc that provides the service to the federal government under contract.
Retailinteractive.ca
The Retail Council of Canada and Industry Canada have partnered to develop and publish retailinteractive.ca, a pipeline to practical, hands-on business information, resources and tools designed especially for Canada's retailers.
SourceCAN
A single point of entry to the largest, most-comprehensive and up-to-date database of Canadian companies available online.
Student Connections
Industry Canada's Student Connections (SC) provides Canadian small and medium entreprises (SMEs) with short, practical e-commerce and Internet training sessions. SC services are delivered by highly qualified post secondary students employed to provide Canadian businesses with customized training on how they can use today's technologies to their business advantage.
The Truth About Grants
Many programs are targeted to non-profit organizations. Those that are for the private sector in Alberta, are usually for activities such as: export marketing, agri-food and high tech research, employment, aboriginal businesses, and Canadian literature.
Venture Capital (BDC)
BDC considers capital investments at any stage of a company's life cycle, from seed to growth, from acquisition or expansion to turnaround and will invest in both private and publicly listed companies.
Youth Internships NRC-IRAP
The National Research Council of Canada has two internship programs managed by the Industrial Research Assistance Program (IRAP). These programs provides financial assistance to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) who want to hire post-secondary graduates. These two programs are: (1) Internship Program with Innovative Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and (2) Collaborative Research Internship Program.
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