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Starting a Business
Do you have a great business idea but aren’t sure where to start? Service Canada has compiled a list to help you start your own business.
1. Use the Business Start-Up Assistant
The Business Start-Up Assistant provides essential business start-up information from many sources, including the federal, provincial and territorial governments.
2. Prepare a Business Plan
Canada Business provides information and resources on the basics of business planning for starting a business, including guides and tools to help you develop a detailed business plan.
3. Register your Business
The Canada Revenue Agency provides registration requirements, guides and resources for registering a business as well as information and resources on the Business Number.
Forms and on-line services are also available from provincial, territorial and federal governments that allow you to request a Business Number and register or incorporate your business.
4. Hire Employees or Contractors
If you are interested in hiring employees or contractors for your new business, Canada Business provides important information on a variety of topics, including hiring procedures, pay and benefits information and labour standards.
5. Apply for Benefits Available to You
As a new business owner in Canada, you may be eligible to apply for programs and services to support you.
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