Startup Guides

Helpful guides on various types of businesses.

Information Guides

Guide to Federal Incorporation This guide gives business owners a general overview of federal corporate law under the Canada Business Corporations Act (CBCA).
Youth Entrepreneurship Info Guide Entrepreneurship can start at any age. This guide will introduce you to the basics of starting a business, and the government programs available to young entrepreneurs in Ontario.
Women in Business Info Guide Female entrepreneurship is paramount for the Canadian Economy. Learn about the tools and resources available to Women in Business.
Tourism Business Info Guide Explore information, models and software that you can use on your own.
Newcomers to Canada Info Guide Explore this website to find important information regarding business for Newcomers.
Retail Business Info Guide Get financial performance data on the retail and wholesale trade sectors, as well as information on their structure and characteristics.
Not for Profit Info Guide Not-for-profit corporations are organizations that provide products or services without making profit.
E-Business Info Guide Online business is a crucial part of our economy. Explore the benefits to having an e-business.
Indigenous Entrepreneur Info Guide Explore this website for information regarding Aboriginal Business.
Ontario – Guide to Small Business General information for small business.
Canada – Guide to Small Business Information for small Canadian businesses
Ontario Business Program Guide The Business and Economy section of the Ontario Website provides valuable information for business owners.

Information Guides

Guides for Specific Businesses