IMPORTANT NOTICE: COVID-19
In an effort to help control the spread of COVID-19, the SBEC is operating virtually.
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The Small Business Enterprise Centre
OUR SERVICES INCLUDE
Free consultations with a qualified business consultant
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
Metro & The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair Team Up!
Metro teams up with The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair to offer this year's food competition participants increased exposure, opportunities and incentives with their Locally Sourced program. The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair announced a new incentive for food...
Summer Company Sunday Series: John Cardillo Jr.
This week's Summer Company Sunday Series features a youth entrepreneur, who shares the story of what inspired him and how his company came to be. John Cardillo Jr. is the founder of 43 Figure Films. A youth production company based in Collingwood working on their...
Summer Company Sunday Series: Alexis Sullivan
The Summer Company Sunday Series is back, for the second week. This Sunday's entrepreneur has shared their story of what inspires them and how their business came to be. Alexis Sullivan is the founder of Escarpment Marketing and has started her company, nestled in the...
Presentation Oxygen Training
Breathe persuasion into your presentations with Presentation Oxygen Training. Do you want to elevate your persuasive presentation skills to bolster your career, influence funding, garner sponsorships, lead projects, or win new business? [button...
Summer Company Sunday Series: Mckay Barr
The Summer Company Sunday Series will be here every week and feature a new entrepreneur from this summer's team, sharing their story of what inspires them and how it all came to be. First up is Mckay Barr! Mckay Barr is the founder of Barrk Bowls, a new and innovative...
Budding Entrepreneurs Rewarded at Exc!te Business Pitch Competition
Up-and-coming entrepreneurs in South Georgian Bay who wanted expert feedback on their business ideas were rewarded for their creative endeavours at the third Exc!te Business Pitch Competition held recently in Collingwood. Exc!te, spearheaded by Georgian College’s...
Welcome the 2019 Summer Company Entrepreneurs
The Summer Company program is a government funded program administered by the South Georgian Bay Small Enterprise Centre. Available to students aged 15 to 29, the program offers a hands-on learning experience with the resources, mentorship and funding of up to $3,000...
Tips For Tax Time
The time of taxes has once again arrived and it is important for Small Business Owners and Sole Traders to be informed of certain important dates. Deadlines Incorporated Businesses are required to file their taxes no later than 6 months after their fiscal year...
YOUTH CAREER EXPO IS HERE TO HELP!
Are you a student and wonder what’s next for me after high school? Are you a parent and wonder how do I educate my child on what’s out there for jobs and careers? Are you an employer looking to fulfill jobs and careers? Are you a volunteer organization looking for...
An Exc!te-ing Evening at the Pitch Prep Workshop
MaRs Pitch Prep Workshop helps local entrepreneurs perfect their business pitch ahead of Exc!te competition Over 40 local entrepreneurs attended the MaRs Pitch Prep Workshop this past Wednesday, led by venture specialist Chris Giantsopoulos of the MaRs Discovery...