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If you own a business in Elgin County or are planning to open a business, many services and resources are available to assist you. The library provides public access computers along with a number of resources on planning and operating a business. However, we recommend that you also consult the following organizations for the most current market research and information available.
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Service Ontario
1-888-745-8888
Services to Business Guide (PDF) |
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Registering or searching for a business name or corporation
Incorporating a business provincially
Biz-Pal (research required permits)
Change business information
ONT-TAXS (tax information for business)
Student & Young Entrepreneur Business Plan Wizard
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Canada-Ontario Business Service Centre (COBSC)
1-888-745-8888 |
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Choosing a business structure (e.g. partnership, incorporation)
Business financing and grants
Taxes
Importing and exporting
Workplace safety, staffing and human resources
Intellectual property (e.g. patents, trademarks, copyright)
Market research and statistics (Scott's, P-Census, Kompass, MANA)
Growing a business
Research and development
General questions on getting started
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Elgin Business Resource Centre and Community Futures Development Corporation
300 South Edgeware Road, St. Thomas
519-633-7597 |
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In-person assistance
Financing
Free consultations with a qualified business consultant
Internet and computer access for business research and planning
Review of business plans
Business seminars and training
Information about the Summer Company program for youth
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Elgin County Economic Development
519-631-1460 |
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Land and space searches
Partnerships
Industry updates
Local Business & Services Directory |
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