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WATERLOO REGION SMALL BUSINESS CENTRE

The Waterloo Region Small Business Centre encourages and contributes to the enterprising spirit and economic vitality of our community by assisting entrepreneurs with the development of new or existing businesses. The Centre provides a variety of services to individuals preparing to start and grow their business in the Waterloo Region, including one-on-one business consultation advice, seminars, events, workshops, and more.

Our staff located in Kitchener, Cambridge, and Waterloo, are dedicated business professionals who meet with entrepreneurs to provide business planning advice and direction regardless of their industry sector or stage of business development.

STARTING a BUSINESS
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For new or idea stage businesses under 1 year.  Click here for a list of workshops, events, programs and resources.

GROWING your BUSINESS
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For businesses over a year in operations who are looking to grow.  Click here to see what programs and services apply to you, ­arrange a meeting with a business advisor or see our list of curated events.

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Looking for a space to co-work?
Come join us for free hot desks every

Wednesday at the SDG Idea Factory!

Upcoming Events

  • Business Plan 101 webinar series for small businesses, hosted by Waterloo Region Small Business Centre

    Business Plan 101

    January 21 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am

  • Startup Success Blueprint: Build an Impactful, Sustainable Business

    January 22 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

  • Municipal Business Licensing – Navigating Compliance in Cambridge

    January 23 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm