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Other Federal ProgramsThere are many federal programs and publications that can help you do business with the government, several of which are outlined below. Contracts Canada encourages you to use these programs to your full advantage.
Atlantic Canada Opportunities AgencyACOA is a federal government agency. Headquartered in the Atlantic Region, ACOA's goal is to improve the economy of Atlantic Canadian communities. The ACOA Business Development Program provides assistance to small and medium-sized businesses in Atlantic Canada to start-up, expand, modernize and become more competitive. Non-profit organizations providing support to the business community may also qualify.Atlantic-based small or medium-sized businesses may receive up to $250,000 over a period of two years to help cover the cost of preparing bids and other procurement activities, including:
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency 644 Main St. P.O. Box 6051 Moncton, New Brunswick E1C 9J8 Phone: (506) 851-2271 or 1 (800) 561-7862 Fax: (506) 851-7403
Fredericton, New Brunswick: (506) 452-3184 or 1 (800) 561-4030
For more information, please contact:
CED
Federal Economic Development Initiative in Northern OntarioThe Federal Economic Development Initiative in Northern Ontario (FedNor) is aimed at encouraging economic growth and diversification, job creation and income generation to meet the needs of small- and medium-sized businesses throughout Northern Ontario by supporting private sector initiatives. It has offices in Sault Ste. Marie and Sudbury.For more information, please contact: FedNor
The Canadian General Standards Board (CGSB) offers a variety of standardization services to meet government needs. These include development of standards and specifications, listings of qualified and certified products and services, quality system registration and distribution and sale of standards. These services cover commodities such as office furniture, paints, petroleum, textiles, hand tools, paper products, forms, office supplies and janitorial supplies. For more information refer to the Canadian General Standards Board.
Western Economic Diversification (WED) works to increase procurement opportunities for companies in Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta and British Columbia. WED also works to increase the number of Western Canadian companies involved in major Crown projects. PWGSC and provincial government departments regularly hold joint seminars with WED for companies on how to do business with the government. For more information, please contact: Western Economic Diversification Regional offices Winnipeg, Manitoba: (204) 983-4472
The Canada Business service centres are designed to improve business access to a wide range of information on government services, programs and regulations. The Centres are a co-operative effort between federal, provincial and private sector organizations. A CBSC has been established in a major city in each province. Some of the key products and services each CSBC offer are:
The Canadian Commercial Corporation (CCC) helps Canadian companies export goods and services by identifying Canadian firms to foreign governments and international agencies looking for specific goods or services. For more information, please contact: Canadian Commercial Corporation
The Export Development Canada (EDC) provides financial help such as insurance, guarantees and long-term loans to exporters and investors to help them compete in international markets. For more information, please call your nearest EDC office or contact: Export Development Canada
The Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) is a financial institution wholly owned by the Government of Canada. BDC plays a leadership role in delivering financial, investment and consulting services to Canadian small business, with a particular focus on the technology and export sectors of the economy. For more information, please contact your nearest BDC office or: Business Development Bank of Canada
Industry Canada (IC) runs several services of interest to suppliers:
For more information on any of these programs, contact your nearest IC office. You may also phone (613) 954-5031 or 1-800-328-6189.
This publication has information on federal organizations and the programs and services they provide. View it on the web: "Your Guide to Government of Canada Services and Support for Small Business". You may also obtain a copy from: Industry Canada |
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