How to Start a Business in Ontario – We Can Help

The Leeds and Grenville Small Business Centre is your link to Ontario’s small business support network. We are a leading source for business information in the Leeds and Grenville area, which includes Brockville, Gananoque, Prescott and all the communities in Leeds and Grenville counties.

Whether you are just starting your own business or have been in business for less than five years, we can provide you with resources, tools, and no-cost consultations to help you achieve your small business dream. We also offer a series of seminars, workshops and networking opportunities that provide you with insightful information for your small business. For more information access our “Upcoming Events” page.

We can assist you with:

Starting A Business

We can teach you everything you need to know about how to start a business in Ontario. From acquiring funding, to creating a business plan\proposal, to initial registration, to formulating marketing ideas, we want to help you succeed!

Growing Your Existing Business

If you’ve been in business for under five years, we can provide free consultation regarding your business plan, tactics, and marketing strategy to help your operation really take off. Our experts can teach you all the aspects you need to steadily grow your business into something special.

Register Your Business

Under Ontario law, nearly all businesses must be registered with the government and obtain a Master Business License to legally operate. We can walk you through the Ontario business registration process to ensure everything goes smoothly.

Youth Programs

Get a head start on your future career! We host seminars and training sessions to help teenage entrepreneurs launch their dreams.

Get Started Today

There’s no time like the present to kick-start your business dreams. Schedule an appointment with The Leeds and Grenville Small Business Centre today using the form below!

There is an SBEC in every Ontario community! Find yours here!  https://www.ontario.ca/page/small-business-enterprise-centre-locations