Tips for New Canadians on Starting a Business

Facilitators and industry experts from ACCES Employment's Entrepreneurship Connections share tips for newcomers on starting a business in Canada. Ellen Austin, Business Development Bank of Canada Marion Annau, Connect Legal Bob Lane, Robert Lane & Associates Kathy Hogeveen, The Touch Marketing Inc.

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There are three common types of businesses—sole proprietorship, partnership, and corporation.

There are a few important things you need to consider before you can register with the government: you must decide on how your business will be organized, and what you want to call your business.

With the right supports in place, self-employment is a highly viable option for newcomers to Canada.

At its core, a business plan is your business story—a guide that outlines your business goals, including how and when you plan to achieve them.

For newcomers starting a business, there can be extra challenges in the beginning. Here are tips to help you get started.

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