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Free eBook: Social Media
Free eBook: Profiting From Technology
Free Business Webinars (series)
Managing Supply Chain Risk and Disruption
Business Continuity Checklist
Free Live Webinars Hosted by ClassyNarwhal
Lean Canvas
Use BCITSA Entrepreneurship’s online startup training tool to test your business idea.
How to Evaluate Your Business Idea
Apply Small Business BC’s 20-step checklist to determine if your idea is viable.
Idea Evaluation Checklist
Use this Entrepreneur.com checklist to help evaluate and start your new business.
Entrepreneurial Self-Assessment by BDC
Assess your entrepreneurial traits and identify development areas to run your business.
Springwise
Read about global innovation and entrepreneurship. Resources for idea-forming stages.
Starting a Small Business Guide
Download this free guide to help you with the planning and starting of a small business.
Business Plan and Cashflow Projection Templates
Free downloadable templates to create your own business plan & forecast future cashflow.
Business Plan Checklist
Review eight key business plan components and find helpful advice on what to include.
Choosing the Right Business Structure
Before registering, use Small Business BC’s overview to compare different structures, including advantages and disadvantages.
How to Research Your Market
Follow Small Business BC’s step-by-step checklist to learn how to conduct effective market research today.
How to Create a Marketing & Sales Plan
Learn the essential steps to developing and implementing a marketing strategy, provided by Small Business BC.
Marketing & Market Research Guide
Follow Small Business BC’s step-by-step checklist to learn how to conduct effective market research today.
BCIT Library’s Entrepreneurship Research Guide
Access the most useful entrepreneurship resources the BCIT library has to offer in this guide.
BC Stats
Access statistical and economic research, information, and analysis to make effective, data-driven business decisions.
Free or Low-Cost Tools for your Business
View an overview of free and low-cost software options, including essential marketing and sales tools.
Step-by-Step Business Registration Process
Follow these steps to name and register your business.
BizPal
Business permit and licence information provided by governments at the federal, provincial, territorial, and municipal levels.
Government of Canada Business Resources
Official information on setting up your business, including how to choose the right business structure, how to register your business, and other steps to consider before starting a business in Canada.
BC Government Permits, Licensing, and Registration
Official information from BC Registries.
Business Taxes
Resources on income tax, GST/HST, payroll, business numbers, and more.
Start-up Costs Calculator
Use RBC’s calculator to determine door-opening costs and profitability before investing your time and capital.
How to Calculate your Break-Even Point
Perform a break-even analysis to determine exactly how much you must sell to cover costs.
Financial Toolkit: Ratio Calculators
Perform a break-even analysis to determine exactly how much you must sell to cover costs.
Business Taxes
Perform a break-even analysis to determine exactly how much you must sell to cover costs.
Free or Low-Cost Tools for your Business
Explore an overview of free and low-cost software options, including essential financing and budget tools.
Finding Angel Investors – Have Realistic Expectations
Review BDC’s essential advice on what to keep in mind when seeking angel investors.
How to Finance your Startup
Read this Small Business BC article to understand the differences between financing with debt versus equity.
Sources of Funding Overview
Access this quick one-page overview from RBC highlighting the primary ways that entrepreneurs raise capital.
Equity Investment – Know the Rules
Understand BC laws that apply to companies raising money from investors via this Small Business BC guide.
Checklist to Get Approved for a Business Loan
Follow BDC’s simple, effective checklist to help your business get approved for a professional loan.
Futurpreneur
This Canadian non-profit provides financing, support tools, and mentoring for aspiring business owners aged 18-39.
Business grants and financing – Government of Canada
Explore official resources on grants, loans, private sector financing, and leveraging personal assets for growth.
Innovate BC
This provincial agency helps BC innovators access funding, launch ideas, and connect with industry experts.
Women’s Enterprise Centre
A non-profit helping BC women start and grow businesses through loans, training, advice, and resources.
Aboriginal Small Business Resources
Access specialized startup and growth services tailored specifically to support the needs of Aboriginal entrepreneurs.
VANTEC Angel Network
This group supports BC technology ventures with angel investment, expert advice, connections, and pitching opportunities.
MediaWorks at BCIT
Visit this self-service production facility for help with Photoshop, 3D printing, video editing, and more.
MAKE+ (BCIT Applied Research)
Connect with this multidisciplinary research team for support with product development, evaluation, and applied projects.
Vancouver Hack Space
Gather in this large workshop to share ideas and access 3D printers, lasers, and welding.
Maker Cube
This Langley makerspace offers a comprehensive selection of tools, workspaces, custom fabrication, and educational programming.
Vancouver Tool Library (VTL)
Borrow tools for home repair, gardening, and bicycles, or join a workshop to build skills.
Intellectual Property (IP) Overview
Review this quick BDC overview to understand essential terms and concepts related to intellectual property.
Intellectual Property (IP) Database
Search for trademarks, patents, and copyrights using this official Government of Canada online database tool.
Canadian Intellectual Property Office
Access official information on using intellectual property effectively, including specific details on patenting and trademarks.
Step by Step Guide to Exporting
Access a detailed, comprehensive guide provided by the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service for exporting success.
How to Import Goods to Canada
Learn the essential factors and legal requirements to consider when importing goods into Canada.
Starting an Importing Business (Article)
Review eight expert tips from BDC for effectively dealing with and managing foreign business suppliers.
How to Export Goods from Canada
Explore the key considerations and steps required to successfully export your goods from Canada.
Export – Getting Ready to Go Global
Get information from BDC on developing an export plan and marketing your business globally.
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