Starting or Growing a Business?
Are you looking to launch a small business, or grow your business to the next level? Contact the Small Business Enterprise Centre and get moving in the right direction!
Starter Company Plus
Starter Company Plus is a great opportunity for entrepreneurs 18 years of age or older who want to start or expand a business in their community.
Summer Company
Summer Company is a program designed to help enterprising youth start and run their own summer businesses. Find out more about the program and how you can start the application process!
Digital Service Squad
A FREE resource to help your business build digital presence, promote and sell successfully online. Book your free consultation today!
The Small Business Enterprise Centre
OUR SERVICES INCLUDE
Free consultations with a qualified business consultant
Assistance with business permits, licences, registration, regulations and other forms and documents required to start and build a business
Review of business plans
Up-to-date, leading-edge information geared to the needs of the entrepreneur
Access to current resource materials including books, directories and trade indexes
Informative workshops and seminars specifically designed to meet the needs of small business
Copyrights, patents and trademark information
Support for student entrepreneurs through the Summer Company program
SBEC
Summer Company Spotlight: Jacob Richter
As a Summer Company participant, JSR Collectibles offers high quality, professionally graded sports cards selected and vetted for your enjoyment. Sold through Kijiji, JSR looks to find passionate collectors on the hunt for one-of-a-kind gems.
Summer Company Spotlight: Jerry Marshall
Marshall Video Services provides professional, high quality videos and images ranging from short advertisements to full length coverage to clients looking to grow their business. Level up with custom content tailored to your business brand and messaging.
Summer Company Spotlight: Grayson Fairley
The South Georgian Bay Small Business Enterprise Centre is pleased to welcome a new cohort of students ready to launch their businesses and dip into the world of entrepreneurship – including Grayson Fairley of Upcycled Designs. Upcycled Designs creates attractive and functional indoor and outdoor products for your home using recycled wood. They specialize in planter boxes, herb gardens, benches, side tables, dog beds, and desk organizers but can also work with you to bring your ideas to life.