{"id":1323,"date":"2021-10-29T09:30:37","date_gmt":"2021-10-29T13:30:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/investinhamilton.ca\/hamilton-business-centre\/?page_id=1323"},"modified":"2025-08-19T11:29:26","modified_gmt":"2025-08-19T15:29:26","slug":"starting-a-business","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/investinhamilton.ca\/hamilton-business-centre\/starting-a-business\/","title":{"rendered":"Starting a Business"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<header class=\"wp-block-pb-page-hero alignfull\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-page-hero__content\"><div class=\"o-container\"><div class=\"o-row\"><div class=\"o-col u-6of12-xl u-8of12-lg\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-page-hero__content-inner\">\n<div class=\"o-row u-align-items-center u-flex-grow\">\n<div class=\"o-col u-10of12-sm u-8of12-md u-9of12-lg u-12of12-xl\">\n<p class=\"is-style-slug\">Business basics. start-up. growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">STARTING A BUSINESS<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-intro\">Starting a new business takes motivation, desire, and talent, as well as research and planning. Let the Hamilton Business Centre (HBC) provide you with the guidance and expert advice you need to start and grow a sustainable business through complimentary training, resources, workshops, and 1-1 consultations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"wp-block-pb-button  is-style-default\" href=\"https:\/\/investinhamilton.ca\/hamilton-business-centre\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/01\/HBC-Start-Up-Guide-2025-1.pdf\">download the 2025 start-up guide<\/a>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"o-row\">\n<div class=\"o-col u-6of12-sm u-5of12-md u-6of12-lg\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-statistic is-style-default\" style=\"background-color:#43a561\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-statistic__content\"><span class=\"u-display-font\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff\">Free 60 Minute one-on-one consults<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"o-col u-6of12-sm u-5of12-md u-6of12-lg\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-statistic is-style-default\" style=\"background-color:#43a561\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-statistic__content\"><span class=\"u-display-font\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff\">FREE training, workshops &amp; resources<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-pb-page-hero__image-container\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-page-hero__image\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/investinhamilton.ca\/hamilton-business-centre\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/07\/were-open-sign-in-shop-window-750x750.jpg)\"><\/div><\/div><\/header>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">New to Business? Start Here:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-callout alignwide is-style-image-on-left\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-callout__image-container\"><div class=\"wp-embed-aspect-4-3\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\"><div class=\"o-ratio__content\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/investinhamilton.ca\/hamilton-business-centre\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/ten-steps-to-starting-a-business.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-pb-callout__content\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-callout__content-inner\">\n<p>Starting a new business can be exciting, but it can be hard to know where to begin. Learn the steps required to start a small business at your own pace anywhere, anytime with the Ten Steps to Starting a Business online guide. Available 24\/7 with written and video resources available. <strong>Register today for exclusive access.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Topics covered include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"o-row\">\n<div class=\"o-col u-6of12-md\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Conducting market research<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Preparing a business plan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choosing a business structure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Registering your business<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Business number (BN)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"o-col u-6of12-md\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n<li>Licensing requirements<\/li>\n\n\n<li>Zoning regulations<\/li>\n\n\n<li>Additional regulations<\/li>\n\n\n<li>Financing your business<\/li>\n\n\n<li>Additional resources<\/li>\n\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"wp-block-pb-button  is-style-default\" href=\"https:\/\/investinhamilton.ca\/hamilton-business-centre\/ten-steps-to-starting-a-business\/\">learn more &amp; register<\/a>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Opening a Restaurant? Start Here:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-callout alignwide is-style-image-on-right\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-callout__image-container\"><div class=\"wp-embed-aspect-4-3\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\"><div class=\"o-ratio__content\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/investinhamilton.ca\/hamilton-business-centre\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/opening-a-restaurant-in-hamilton.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-pb-callout__content\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-callout__content-inner\">\n<p>The new Opening a Restaurant in Hamilton guide is here to give you an overview of the <strong>4 steps required to successfully open a restaurant in Hamilton<\/strong>, important departments to connect with and contact details, costs and timelines, and additional resources. Available online 24\/7.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Topics covered include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visiting the HBC for expert advice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choosing a location &amp; zoning requirements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Building permit requirements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Business licensing requirements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Additional food safety requirements &amp; resources<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"wp-block-pb-button  is-style-default\" href=\"https:\/\/www.openingarestaurantinhamilton.ca\/\">visit the guide<\/a>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Startup Resources:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"o-block-grid o-block-grid-2-sm o-block-grid-3-lg o-block-grid-4-xl\">\n<div class=\"o-block-grid__item\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-card\"><a href=\"https:\/\/investinhamilton.ca\/hamilton-business-centre\/2023\/01\/30\/how-to-register-a-sole-proprietorship\/\" class=\"wp-block-pb-card__inner\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__image-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/investinhamilton.ca\/hamilton-business-centre\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/young-beautiful-girl-uses-laptop-cafe-surfing-internet-555x375.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__content-container\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Register your Business<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In October 2021 the Ontario Government announced a new online business registration system, open to Ontario businesses 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Learn how to register your new Sole Proprietorship Business Registration online with this step-by-step guide.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__button\">start now<\/div><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"o-block-grid__item\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-card\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sbcontario.ca\/e-learning\/\" class=\"wp-block-pb-card__inner\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__image-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/investinhamilton.ca\/hamilton-business-centre\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/01\/female-entreprenuer-taking-an-online-learning-course-on-desktop-computer-555x375.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__content-container\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Free E-learning Courses<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Every business needs a solid foundation. These free e-learning courses provided by Small Business Centres Ontario will set you up with the skills and knowledge needed to successfully launch and grow your business.&nbsp;Complete each lesson in 30 minutes or less!<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__button\">take a course<\/div><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"o-block-grid__item\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-card\"><a href=\"https:\/\/investinhamilton.ca\/hamilton-business-centre\/2024\/01\/25\/food-product-business-resources\/\" class=\"wp-block-pb-card__inner\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__image-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/investinhamilton.ca\/hamilton-business-centre\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/01\/scanning-food-upc-1-555x375.jpg\" alt=\"Food product business resources\" \/><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__content-container\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Food Product Business Resources<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Have you ever wanted to launch your own food or beverage product business but didn&#8217;t know how or where to start? Searching for all the right information can be time-consuming and confusing, especially if you&#8217;re new to the industry. Whether you are looking for shared commercial kitchen space, or help creating nutritional labels, we have resources to help.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__button\">Explore the resources<\/div><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"o-block-grid__item\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-card\"><a href=\"https:\/\/investinhamilton.ca\/hamilton-business-centre\/2023\/03\/08\/grants-and-funding-for-small-businesses-entrepreneurs\/\" class=\"wp-block-pb-card__inner\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__image-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/investinhamilton.ca\/hamilton-business-centre\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/10\/female-business-owner-registering-business-online-555x375.jpg\" alt=\"Female business owner registering business online\" \/><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__content-container\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Find Sources of Funding<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Access a list of various grants, loans, tax credits, and wage subsidies, that provide support for a range of sectors from digital media and healthcare to food processing, retail, and more. In addition, you will also find information on&nbsp;municipal programs&nbsp;such as grants, incentives, and rebates.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__button\">find funding<\/div><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"o-block-grid o-block-grid-2-sm o-block-grid-3-lg o-block-grid-4-xl\">\n<div class=\"o-block-grid__item\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-card\"><a href=\"https:\/\/investinhamilton.ca\/hamilton-business-centre\/2023\/03\/13\/business-startup-guides\/\" class=\"wp-block-pb-card__inner\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__image-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/investinhamilton.ca\/hamilton-business-centre\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/women-sitting-at-desk-working-on-her-laptop-555x375.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__content-container\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Business Startup Guides<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A list of business how-to guides that cover starting and operating a business across most major industries as well as checklists specifically for Canadian entrepreneurs.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__button\">explore startup guides<\/div><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"o-block-grid__item\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-card\"><a href=\"https:\/\/investinhamilton.ca\/hamilton-business-centre\/2023\/03\/13\/finance-and-tax-resources-for-small-businesses\/\" class=\"wp-block-pb-card__inner\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__image-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/investinhamilton.ca\/hamilton-business-centre\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Finance-and-Tax-Resources-for-Small-Businesses-555x375.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__content-container\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Finance and Tax Resources for Small Businesses<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>These resources will give you an overview of the different taxes that may affect your business and provide you with information on tools, programs, and services that can help you meet your business tax obligations.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__button\">Learn More<\/div><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"o-block-grid__item\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-card\"><a href=\"https:\/\/investinhamilton.ca\/hamilton-business-centre\/2023\/03\/14\/ontario-business-number-bn\/\" class=\"wp-block-pb-card__inner\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__image-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/investinhamilton.ca\/hamilton-business-centre\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/small-business-owner-close-up-in-front-of-brick-wall-555x375.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__content-container\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ontario Business Number (BN)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s important to map out what&#8217;s legally required for your business to operate prior to offering the physical thing you do or sell as a business. In Ontario, a business number (BN) might be one of them. Find out if your business needs one.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__button\">Do you need a Bn?<\/div><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"o-block-grid__item\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-card\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/view\/hbcdigitalresourcehub\/home\" class=\"wp-block-pb-card__inner\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__image-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/investinhamilton.ca\/hamilton-business-centre\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/05\/search-for-free-digital-tools-and-resources-555x375.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__content-container\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Digital Resource Hub<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>200+ of the best free and freemium digital tools and resources available to help your small business grow and thrive online! From building a website to learning a new skill!<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__button\">go to hub<\/div><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ontario Business Registry:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-section alignfull  is-style-dark\"><div class=\"o-container\">\n<div class=\"o-row u-justify-content-center\">\n<div class=\"o-col u-8of12-md\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading c-h1\">Is your new business name taken? 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