Have a great idea but don't know where to begin? Canada Business – Nova Scotia (CB-NS) is a great access point to a variety of resources that can help you decide if you are ready for business ownership.

Starting a business can be a rewarding and exciting experience, but before you start you should be sure you are ready for the challenges of owning your own business.

Starting with a good idea

The following resources can help you with the early stages of starting a business:

Feasibility Checklist for Starting a Small Business

Can You Make Money with Your Idea or Invention

Points to Consider When Starting Your Own Business

Online Resources

The Online Small Business Workshop is a Web-based tool designed to provide you with techniques for developing your business idea, starting a new venture and improving your existing small business.

Entrepreneurial Self-Assessment

This questionnaire includes 50 questions, and will take about 15 minutes to complete. Once completed, your answers will be compiled according to 3 criteria: motivations, aptitudes and attitudes. Your overall score describes your profile compared to other entrepreneurs.