- Private-Sector Service Providers
Services for small business, incorporation, business search/registration and filing services are available through private-sector Service Providers under contract with the Ministry of Government Services. - Profile of Ontario's Francophone Community, 2009
Ontario’s Francophone community is increasingly diverse. View this demographic report produced by the Ontario Trillium Foundation and the Office of Francophone Affairs of Ontario. - Ontario Business Program Guide
The Ontario Business Program Guide is your resource to government-funded programs and services for Ontario businesses.
More For Your Business
This page offers links to a variety of services and information related to your business in general
Information and Resources
Services
- ServiceOntario - Search a business name online
Search online to find out if a business name has been registered with the Ontario government within the past five years and receive a report.
Information and Resources
- Understanding the Needs of People with Disabilities
Persons with disabilities may face challenges because of the physical or mental limitations. But the attitudes of other people may also create barriers. Understanding this social aspect of disability is essential. - Requests for proposals
Information on federal governments processes for generating, and selection methods, for a Request for Proposal (RFP). - Equifax Canada Inc. - consumer and commercial credit information services
Equifax empowers businesses and consumers with information they can trust. A global leader in information solutions, we leverage one of the largest sources of consumer and commercial data, along with advanced analytics and proprietary technology, to create customized insights that enrich both the performance of businesses and the lives of consumers. - Canada Business
Canada Business provides comprehensive information on business-oriented programs, services and regulations of provincial and federal government departments and other organizations which apply to Ontario businesses. - Networking, coaching and business counselling services
Seeking the advice of peers, professional business counsellors and coaches can help your transition from new business owner to experienced entrepreneur. - A glossary of key business terms
A list of common business terms. - Marketing your own business
A marketing approach to business begins with the customer's needs and involves designing the entire enterprise around fulfilling those needs. Decisions about the product's design, sales outlets, the price, the service level and where to advertise are made with a solid understanding of who the customer is and what they are looking for. - Regulations for business
This section provides you with an overview of the regulations and licensing information and requirements for businesses in Ontario. - Information on research and technology development
Take advantage of resources that may help you. - Vendor Permits
Details on vendor permit requirements and how to apply for a permit. - Information on importing
The Importing Info-Guide is designed to help you navigate through the federal and provincial government programs, services and regulations that may apply to individuals and businesses starting to import in Ontario.
