Featured Topic Archive
Featured Topic: November 7, 2007
- Marketing basics
- Many people consider marketing to be promotion, advertising and all the selling techniques used to get someone to buy a product. However marketing is much more.
Featured Topic: October 31, 2007
- My Business Account
- Canada Revenue Agency's My Business Account is a secure and convenient way for businesses to see their GST/HST, payroll, corporation income taxes, excise taxes, excise duties and other levies accounts online. Find out more.
Featured Topic: October 24, 2007
- Filing your GST/HST returns with an amount owing
- Did you know that you could now use GST/HST TELEFILE and GST/HST NETFILE to file returns with an amount owing? Find out if your business is eligible.
Featured Topic: October 17, 2007
- Making payments to the Canada Revenue Agency?
- Did you know that you can now make payments to the Canada Revenue Agency electronically through your financial institution? Find out how it can be an easy and convenient way to do business.
Featured Topic: October 10, 2007
- Small Business Week – October 14 to 20, 2007
- Networking has become an important way to establish contacts, build your customer base and develop new opportunities. Take a look at the Business Development Bank’s Small Business Week activities for ideas on how to help your small business grow.
Featured Topic: October 3, 2007
- Online Requests for Business
- Need a customized statement or additional remittance voucher from the Canada Revenue Agency? Need to transfer credits or search for a payment? It is as easy as typing in your information and clicking the submit button. Learn more.
Featured Topic: September 26, 2007
- Opening a Bed and Breakfast
- Many baby boomers dream of owning a B&B when they retire. Find out what questions to ask yourself before taking the plunge.
Featured Topic: September 19, 2007
- Starting a convenience Store
- While many convenience stores are franchise operations, there are also opportunities for independent stores. Check out the pros and cons.
Featured Topic: September 12, 2007
- Buying a Franchise
- When you buy a franchise, you are buying the rights and support systems to own and operate a business that's been designed by someone else. Learn about the various options with the Online Small Business Workshop.
Featured Topic: September 5, 2007
- Working as a Consultant
- When you take the leap from being an employee to offering services for a fee, you are starting a real business. Find out what rules and regulations apply to life as an independent consultant.
Featured Topic: August 29, 2007
- Weights and Measures
- Have you ever wondered if the scale used to weigh your meats, the gasoline pump used to fuel your car, or the meter used to measure your electricity is accurate? Find out more from Measurement Canada.
Featured Topic: August 22, 2007
- Hiring a Temporary Foreign Worker
- There are a number of steps to take before applying for a work permit for a temporary foreign worker. Find out what you need to do.
Featured Topic: August 15, 2007
- Records of Employment
- If you are an employer, you are required to complete a Record of Employment when an employee stops working for you. Find out how and when to issue the Record.
Featured Topic: August 8, 2007
- Federal Business Incorporation
- Do you need heightened name protection for your business? The right to do business anywhere in Canada? Increased recognition abroad? Then federal incorporation might be for you.
Featured Topic: August 1, 2007
- Environmentally-Friendly Packaging
- Does your business play a role in packaging products? Find out how to get an environmental profile of the packaging life cycle of your products.
Featured Topic: July 25, 2007
- Customs Brokers
- If you are importing goods into Canada, you can clear Customs yourself, or hire a broker to do it for you. Find out how to authorize a licensed customs broker to conduct this business on your behalf.
Featured Topic: July 18, 2007
- Market Research for Importers
- Market research is an important part of any business venture. For importers, there can be additional risks associated with bringing in products from outside of Canada. Find out more with the Importing Info-Guide.
Featured Topic: July 11, 2007
- Trade Incentives
- If you are importing goods to be used in the production of goods for export, you may be eligible for reduced customs duty. Find out if the goods you are planning on bringing into Canada qualify.
Featured Topic: July 4, 2007
- GST/HST Registry
- If you need to find out if your suppliers are providing valid GST/HST numbers, or if you can claim input tax credits, check out the GST/HST Registry.
Featured Topic: June 27, 2007
- Importing questions?
- If you are looking for general information on importing goods or services, the Border Information Service is available to take your call. Call 1 800 461-9999 to get recorded information, or press "0" to speak to an agent during office hours.
Featured Topic: June 20, 2007
- Payroll Deductions Online Calculator
- If you need to calculate payroll deductions for employees, there is a new interactive calculator that provides quick, easy and precise calculations. And you don't need to download anything to your computer.
Featured Topic: June 13, 2007
- Do you Need a Business Number?
- If your business needs one or more accounts with Canada Revenue Agency, such as corporate income tax, payroll deductions, or goods and services tax, you need to register for a Business Number.
Featured Topic: June 6, 2007
- Filing Corporation Tax Returns Online
- If you are filing a T2 return and need immediate confirmation that Canada Revenue Agency has received it, use Corporation Internet Filing. Find out if your corporation meets the criteria.
Featured Topic: May 30, 2007
- Handling Unexpected Orders
- If your company has a web site, you might some day receive an unsolicited order from abroad. It can be a surprise introduction to the world of exporting. Find out how to prepare for your new international business.
Featured Topic: May 23, 2007
- Export Financing
- Thinking of exporting and wondering what kind financing is available and where to find it? Look at your options from both public and private sector institutions, with the Export Finance Guide.
Featured Topic: May 16, 2007
- Exporting to the United States
- With a large population and a similar culture, many Canadian businesses look south for export opportunities. The world's largest economy is also a magnet for other exporters from all over the world. Find out how you can set up your business to compete.
Featured Topic: May 9, 2007
- Presentation Tips for Exporters
- Planning to pitch your product or service abroad? Find out more about effective presentations that will help you better communicate your ideas to a foreign audience.
Featured Topic: May 2, 2007
- Thinking of Exporting?
- The opportunities are huge: increase sales, find new markets, work with distributors in other countries. How can you tell if your company is ready? Check out the Step-by-Step Guide to Exporting.
Featured Topic: April 26, 2007
- World Intellectual Property Day
- From the telephone and insulin to the light bulb and birth control pills, Canadian inventions have revolutionized the way we live, work and play.
Featured Topic: April 18, 2007
- What is an industrial design?
- It's a lot of hard work producing distinctive new products. So make sure you protect that investment by registering the unique features of your product's visual appeal.
Featured Topic: April 11, 2007
- What is a trade-mark?
- If you are selling products or services, you are probably already using a trade-mark. Find out why it's important to register your distinctive product shapes, wrapping and company name.
Featured Topic: April 4, 2007
- Do I need to patent my invention?
- Have you built a better mouse trap? Patents are government grants that give inventors exclusive right to their inventions. Discover how to protect your intellectual property.
Featured Topic: March 28, 2007
- Protecting your business creations
- The name of your company, your logo or the appearance of your product are all valuable intellectual property. Discover those assets your company may already have and how to protect them.
Featured Topic: March 21, 2007
- Aboriginal Business Canada
- Support is available to Aboriginal entrepreneurs for a range of activities including business planning, start-up, expansion and marketing. Check out the services available from Aboriginal Business Canada.
Featured Topic: March 14, 2007
- Dealing with your banker
- Most lenders offer a wide range of products and financing terms for small businesses. Discovering the right fit is the key. Find out how to increase your odds of success.
Featured Topic: March 9, 2007
- Financing options
- There are many different sources of financing available for small businesses. Explore your choices from financial institutions, government, micro-credit, non-traditional lenders and more.
Featured Topic: February 28, 2007
- Business equipment – lease or buy?
- Financing the purchase of major equipment is a big decision. You need to consider tax and interest rates, monthly payments, maintenance and more. Compare costs with the Lease or Buy Calculator.
Featured Topic: February 21, 2007
- What do inventions, original music and industrial designs have in common?
- They are all intellectual property which need to be protected. Figure out if you need a patent, trade mark or copyright.
Featured Topic: February 14, 2007
- Starting a restaurant?
- Do you love the hospitality industry and dream of owning your own restaurant? There are many business decisions you need to make, and regulations you need to know about. Learn how to get off on the right foot from day one.
Featured Topic: February 7, 2007
- Why do I need a business plan?
- An effective business plan will help you define your business objectives and how you will reach them. It's also a valuable tool when approaching lenders for financing. Discover how to prepare a professional plan that you can take to any banker with confidence.
Featured Topic: January 31, 2007
- Are you ready to be your own boss?
- Many people start a small business to find freedom and independence. The reality of business ownership can be quite different. Find out how to research your markets, prepare a business plan, finance your ideas and more.
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