Planning for business growth 

You've decided it's time to expand, but there's plenty to consider before you begin. These resources can help you make sound decisions that work for your business.

• Things to consider before expanding your business

  What changes can you expect as a result of business expansion? Find out what's in store for you and your business.

• Identify opportunities arising from your current business

  Are you sitting on a golden opportunity for growth? Your current operations may be more fruitful than you think.

• Review your business performance

  Identify the steps in assessing your business' performance and what you can do to make some desired improvements.

• Ways to grow your business

  Explore various business activities that could help you expand and grow your business.

• Business activities to achieve growth

  Find information that can help you undertake the support activities you may need to grow your business.

• Business planning

  Find out how to write a business plan, and access templates, sample business plans, market research information and statistics.

• Strategic planning demystified

  Whether you are considering new ventures or about to face challenges, learn the importance of strategic planning and the steps needed to map out your business direction.

• Prepare a business plan for growth

  Learn how to transform your business plan from a static document to a dynamic model that will help your business survive and prosper.

• Challenges of growing a business and how to meet them
  Applies only to: Québec

  Learn how to recognize and avoid common growth-related traps to help your business continue to grow and prosper.

• Organizations and resources for growth

  Take advantage of the services offered by business development organizations.