Starting A Business

FedNor is the primary vehicle through which the federal government encourages investment, innovation and trade in Northern Ontario. FedNor works in partnership with the people of Northern Ontario, providing the tools they have indicated they need to create a more dynamic local economy that produces good, durable jobs.

On-line information products designed for small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs.

Canada Revenue Agency
Canada Customs and Revenue Agency is responsible for Canadian tax, trade, and border administration. The Department draws its mandate from a federal statute, the Department of National Revenue Act, which gives the Minister of National Revenue federal responsibility for controlling, regulating, managing and supervising income and consumption taxes, as well as customs and excise duties.

Canadian Environmental Assessment Act
This Web site provides information for industry representatives and other private sector professionals who are planning projects that may be subject to the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act (Act). While the Act applies to the federal government, you may be asked to provide information or prepare an environmental assessment for your proposed project.

Canadian Federation of Independent Business
Since 1971 the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) has been giving small firms a big voice in the public arena. If you own and operate your own business and are looking for ways to help it prosper, then CFIB can be of service.

Canada Business Ontario
Canada Business Ontario (CBO) is a part of the Canada Business Network, a one-stop source for information on government services for business – from start-up, financing, growth to regulatory compliance. In Ontario, CBO provides business information and services from both the federal and provincial governments – all at no cost. For example, CBO can assist with finding information on starting a business, government financing programs, exporting, taxation or how to hire employees. Canada Business Ontario also offers customized searches for business planning and market research on topics such as: Sample Business Plans; Canadian Demographic Information; Consumer Spending Data; Contacts for suppliers, manufacturers and distributors; and even International Trade Data. Whether you’re starting a new business, growing an established company or adapting to the changing economic landscape, Canada Business Ontario is your business information connection. .

Employment Insurance Benefits for Self-Employed People
Beginning in January 2011, self-employed Canadians will be able to access Employment Insurance (EI) special benefits.

Social and Enterprise Development Innovations (SEDI)
SEDI contributes to enterprise development and increase access to self employment for disadvantaged people who are pursuing economic independence and increased social participation.