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The Honourable Diane Ablonczy — Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism)

Canada's Small Businesses

Small businesses are the backbone of the Canadian economy. They account for 99 percent of all businesses in the country; they lead in job creation (over two million jobs created between 1993 and 2003 — of which one million came from start-up companies) and are responsible for over 20 percent of the country's gross domestic product (Industry Canada, Key Small Business Statistics, July 2007).

Government of Canada Initiatives for Small Businesses

The Canadian government has recognized the important role of small businesses and continues to work on developing initiatives in support of these businesses. To learn more about Government of Canada initiatives, click on any of the following links:

Canadian Small Business Organizations and Associations

Information for small business stakeholders is also made available by a number of not-for-profit associations and organizations. To access this information or to learn more about the services offered by these organizations and associations, visit the following websites:

Date Modified: 2007-10-17

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