Tool and Resources

The Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) will take effect in Ontario on July 1, 2010 replacing the existing provincial Retail Sales Tax (RST) and combining it with the federal Goods and Services Tax (GST). The move to HST means you will now only deal with one set of forms, one payment and one point of contact for audits, appeals and taxpayer services. Visit this Provincial website for the most up to date information!

La taxe de vente harmonisée (TVH) entrera en vigueur en Ontario le 1er juillet 2010, en remplacement de la taxe de vente au détail (TVD) provinciale actuelle, et sera combinée avec la taxe fédérale sur les produits et services (TPS). L'adoption de la TVH signifie que vous n'aurez désormais qu'un seul ensemble de formulaires à remplir, un seul paiement à soumettre et un seul et même point de contact où vous adresser pour les vérifications, les appels et les services aux contribuables. Les renseignements fournis ici sont donnés à titre général afin de vous guider à l'approche de la date d'entrée en vigueur du 1er juillet 2010.

A listing of Government Financing Programs for Business.

Programmes des finance gouvernementaux pour entreprises.

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

Les réponses à certaines questions fréquemment posées, telles que: Comment puis-je légalement enregistrer un nom commercial ? et bien plus encore !

A list of contacts for small business.

Une liste de contacts pour les petites entreprises.

To help entrepreneurs take advantage of the opportunities in this competitive marketplace, the Government of Canada has updated the guide Exporting to the United States.

Le gouvernement du Canada a mis à jour le guide Exporter aux États-Unis pour aider les entreprises à profiter des possibilités qu’offre ce marché compétitif.

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

PerLE est un service en ligne qui simplifie l’accès à l’ensemble des procédures relatives aux permis et aux licences pour les entrepreneurs, les gouvernements et d’autres fournisseurs de services aux entreprises.

"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."

Le plan d’affaires est une étude de faisabilité détaillée. Son élaboration constitue la première étape du lancement de votre petite enterprise. La préparation et la rédaction du plan sont aussi importantes que le document final.

Ottawa Public Library resources for market research.

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.

List of important associations and Networking Organizations.

Liste des associations et organisations importantes de réseautage.

The Contracts Canada site is a key component of the Office of Small and Medium Enterprises (OSME) of Public Works and Government Services Canada (PWGSC). This site was created to improve supplier and buyer awareness of federal business opportunities and of the Government of Canada procurement system. The site also simplifies access to Government procurement information.

Le site de Contrats Canada est un élément important du Bureau des petites et moyennes entreprises de Travaux publics et Services gouvernementaux Canada (TPSGC). Il a été créé pour mieux informer les acheteurs et les fournisseurs au sujet des marchés fédéraux et du système d'approvisionnement du gouvernement du Canada. Le site facilite également l'accès aux renseignements sur les achats du gouvernement.

MERX Canadian Public Tenders is an easy, fast and efficient prospecting tool to help your business grow. New opportunities are listed daily from all levels of government including the Federal and Provincial Governments as well as the MASH sector (Municipal, Academic, School Boards and Hospitals) from across Canada. Take a look and see if there is an opportunity for you!

MERX Marchés publics canadiens est un outil de prospection convivial, rapide et efficace qui peut vous aider à faire grandir votre entreprise. De nouvelles occasions d'affaires provenant de tous les niveaux de gouvernement, incluant les gouvernements fédéral, provinciaux ainsi que le secteur MESSS (municipal, éducation, commissions scolaires et hôpitaux) de partout au Canada sont listées chaque jour. Jetez un coup d’œil et voyez si un avis d’appel d’offres peut vous intéresser!

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.

Les zones d’amélioration commerciale (ZAC) comprennent certains des districts commerciaux les plus dynamiques de la ville. Les ZAC sont créées par des propriétaires fonciers et des exploitants d’entreprises locales qui décident de se réunir pour améliorer, promouvoir et entreprendre des projets visant à rendre la rue principale commerciale ou le quartier d’affaires plus solide et plus concurrentiel. Grâce à l’appui de la Ville, ils organisent, financent et mènent à bien des améliorations et des activités promotionnelles à l’échelle locale, à l’intérieur d’une zone commerciale définie.

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.

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!

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.