Starting a Business

So you are thinking about starting a business - we have tried to provide a comprehensive list and links to the information you may find useful.  A number of resources are available in BC to help you on your road to business owner.

Small Business BC is a great resource for new and existing businesses.  A number of the links below will take you to specific Small Business BC pages

www.smallbusinessbc.ca

Is Entrepreneurship Right For You?  Take the questionnaire 

The Province of BC provides a comprehensive online resource to help you in starting a business in BC.  Click here

Quick Links:

Choose the Right Business Structure: Sole Proprietor, Partnership or Incorporation

Check List for Starting a Business

Business Planning

Financing - Besides your own financial institution there are other options for financing your business:

www.smallbusinessbc.ca, 

www.communityfutures.ca

www.bdc.ca - Business Development Bank of Canada

www.we-bc.ca  - Women's Enterprise BC

Set Up your Business

• Decide on and request a name for your business 
• Register your business or organization in B.C.
• Guide to Federal Incorporation
• Obtain a business number
• Get a BCeID to access on-line government business services
• Develop a privacy policy for your organization

Permits and Licences

All business operating in the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality requires a valid Business License.  Contact the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality at 250-774-2541 or online www.northernrockies.ca