Tool and Resources

NEW! An online service for entrepreneurs that simplifies the process of finding information on business permits and licenses from all levels of government.

"Business Planning isn't just about producing a report. The work of writing, of thinking things through is just as important as the final document."

Ottawa Public Library resources for market research.

List of important associations and Networking Organizations.

This government branch facilitates access to federal government purchasing information.

Canada's largest Business-to-Business portal provides access to billions of dollars in potential business from both the public and private sectors.

Answers to some Frequently Asked Questions, such as: How do I legally register a business name? and much more!

PowerPoint Presentation, exercise and excel Cash Flow document.

Looking to export? This is an online magazine with up to date information for Canadian businesses wishing to export. Information provided by Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada.

News released December 2008 from the Ministry of Small Business and Consumer Services.

An informative newsletter for small business on accounting matters. This newsletter is published by Logan Katz LLP, a prominent local Ottawa accounting firm.

Business Improvement Areas are invaluable resources for Business Owners and Property Managers for a particular commercial area. They can help with marketing, business recruitment amongst other things for a particular business area. Check out the link to the listing of Ottawa Business Improvement Areas from the City of Ottawa website.

TN Security Intelligence is offering Web and Half Day Seminars to help you and your supply chain understand the Cross Border Trade Security Programs in the C-TPAT (in the United States) and PIP (in Canada) and AEO (in the European Union) visit: www.tnsecurity.ca for a listing.

A valuable resource for entrepreneurs wishing to import. Free downloadable publication available from the Forum for International Trade Training website.

An informative newsletter from the HR specialists at Salopek Consulting Ltd.

To find out more about the Centre's clients and the impact they have had on the business community, see our annual survey document.

The 2009 Ontario Budget proposed a comprehensive package of tax changes. Central to this tax package is the proposed Harmonized Sales Tax for Ontario (HST), which, subject to legislative approval, would come into effect on July 1, 2010. This Notice provides details of proposed measures that would build on Ontario's comprehensive tax package and help consumers and businesses transition to the HST. The Notice provides general descriptions of transitional rules for the HST that will be proposed to be enacted in the federal Excise Tax Act (ETA). It also provides general descriptions of provincial measures that will be proposed to be enacted to wind down the applicable provisions of the Ontario Retail Sales Tax Act (RSTA).

Practical Advice from Your Own Virtual Board of Advisors Every budding entrepreneur seems to imagine a series of “lunch dates” with the most successful entrepreneurs in technology and business. This book addresses these issues by providing practical advice to entrepreneurs. We have gathered together over 25 experts and each has contributed an article filled with practical advice. The book is meant to be a knowledge source for those decisions we face as we start and grow our companies. Lessons include management, marketing, planning, people, sales, technology, public relations, financing, outsourcing, alliances, risk management, and many others. It is also worth noting that all the authors have donated their knowledge. All proceeds of the book will go to support student technology entrepreneurship!

Le guide de recherce de la Bibliothèque publique d'Ottawa réunit des sources mises à jour de données démographiques et des statistiques connexes qui vous aideront à effectuer des études de marché.

The information gateway for Ontario business to access federal and provincial programs and services for business.

A questionnaire to help you think through what you need to know and do when starting a business.

A brief description of the 4 types of business structures and some of the advantages and disadvantages of each.

This article indicates the main factors to consider when establishing your costs, your prices, and your profits.

A summary of federal and provincial government products and services to help promote youth entrepreneurship and employment.

This fact sheet is a guide to putting a Joint Venture Agreement together.

OCLF provides short-term small loans to individuals and groups with worthwhile business concepts, practical work experience and/or training, and a solid business plan.

CYBF provides 3 key areas of support for young entrepreneurs: a Loan Program, a Mentor program, and online business support (YouthBusiness.com).

Business plan software, an account selector and calculators for loans figure amongst the Royal Bank’s business tools

Canada`s Taxation Authority ... a large resource for accounting and business information.

Published by the Ministry of Small Business and Entrepreneurship, this book is designed to give entrepreneurs like you the tools you need to succeed. It’s not a “how to” book; it’s an information resource that will help you identify the things you need to do before, during and after launching your own business.

RBC Royal Bank`s Definitive Guide series offers concise, practical information for all stages of your business and covers a wide-range of topics relevant for small business management.