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Running your own business definitely has its rewards - being your own boss, getting your product or service on the marketplace and, of course, making money. But for all its advantages, starting a business can be frustrating - and costly - if you're not properly prepared.

For detailed information about starting your own business, please visitthe Canada-Ontario Business Service Centre Web site at www.cbsc.org/ontario. The Ontario Ministry of Consumer and Business Services manages the Canada-Ontario Business Service Centre in partnership with Industry Canada.

The Centre provides access to accurate, timely and relevant information on programs, services and regulations of interest to Ontario businesses, including:

  • business start-up
  • financing
  • marketing
  • management and planning
  • taxation
  • import/export
  • e-business

You can also telephone the Canada-Ontario Business Service Centre at 1-800-567-2345, Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5 PM, except holidays. You can send an e-mail to Ontario@cbsc.ic.gc.ca. TTY services for the hearing/speech impaired are available at (416) 973-0306.




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