Biz B.C. is a resource centre for business people in BC, and around the world. Here you can see various businesses in British Columbia, and many selected resources found here and around the Net to help make your business more profitable.
We also feature the BC site of the month.
(URL for this site: http://www.bizbc.com)
The information in this site is based on US company data, but there is very good information for the construction industry, retailing and distribution, and services sector. Much of this information (such as payroll and operating expenses as percentages of revenue) would be similar for Canadian businesses.
(URL for this site: http://www.bizstats.com/)
TheBizSTOP.com is an interactive, Canadian business community. We've searched the Internet for the best information and resources we could find for businesses in this country. In addition, theBizSTOP.com is a place where business owners, entrepreneurs, and managers can effectively interact with each other as well as with mentors and subject matter experts. All information and basic services at theBizSTOP.com are provided to you free of charge.
(URL for this site: http://www.thebizstop.com/)
The Boston Consulting Group is an international strategy and general management consulting firm whose mission is to help leading corporations create and sustain competitive advantage. As a truly international firm, our strong global presence offers clients and employees a wealth of cross-cultural experience.
(URL for this site: http://www.bcg.com/home.jsp)
Bplans.com, created by Palo Alto Software, offers thousands of pages of free sample plans, planning tools, and expert advice to help you start and run your business.
(URL for this site: http://www.bplans.com/)
The British Columbia Innovation Council's (BCIC) mission is to promote economic development and enhance the quality of life in BC through innovative applications of science and technology.
(URL for this site: http://www.scbc.org)
Business associations serving BC (2009).
(URL for this site: http://www.sb.gov.bc.ca/pdf/2009associations.pdf)
The Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) is Canada's small business bank. BDC plays a leadership role in delivering timely and relevant financial and management services, with a particular focus on the emerging and exporting sectors of the economy.
(URL for this site: http://www.bdc.ca/en/Pages/home.aspx)
This document is packed with advice for starting, improving, or expanding a small business. It provides you with invaluable information for finding or generating opportunities and learning how to analyze your business environment to make it work to your advantage.
(URL for this site: http://www.smallbusinessbc.ca/pdf/BusinessIdeaFAQ.pdf)
An evaluation form that helps you determine if your business idea is feasible.
(URL for this site: http://www.smallbusinessbc.ca/pdf/bizideas-feasibility.pdf)
Although this not a Technical How-To, it is, nonetheless, a good introduction to how artists - especially emerging ones - can start thinking about the business side of art. This was written primarily for traditional artists, and while I may not completely share the somewhat-gloomy prospects of digitally created and produced art, there is a lot of very sane and practical advice here.(Harald Johnson)
(URL for this site: http://www.dpandi.com/howtos/businessguide/)
Business information by Industrial Category.
(URL for this site: http://www.ic.gc.ca/epic/site/ic-ic.nsf/en/Home)
This page provides general information and resources for starting and running a business in Nova Scotia.
(URL for this site: http://www.gov.ns.ca/econ/business/)
The National Small Business Network has been created to give home offices and small businesses an efficient way to find products, services and supplies, locate possible teaming partners, and make information about their own products and services readily available to potential customers.
(URL for this site: http://www.businessknowhow.net/)
In researching and putting together your business plan, you’ll discover key information about the market potential of your product or service. Let us help you through the process of creating a plan that will be the basis for a successful business.
(URL for this site: http://www.smallbusinessbc.ca/bizResources-planReview.php)
The Business Practices and Consumer Protection Authority (BPCPA) promotes a fair marketplace for BC consumers and businesses. We were established in 2004 as a not-for-profit corporation to strengthen consumer protection in BC. We operate using a cost recovery model.
(URL for this site: http://www.bpcpa.ca/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=194&Itemid...)
Business Registration Online is a one stop, online, self serve application that allows you to register for a Business Number, as well as for four major CRA programs (Corporation Income Tax, Goods and Services / Harmonized Sales Tax, Payroll Deductions, and Import-Export accounts).
(URL for this site: http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/tx/bsnss/tpcs/bn-ne/bro-ide/menu-eng.html)
This guide will help you navigate through the government programs and services available to individuals starting a business in Alberta.
(URL for this site: http://www.programs.alberta.ca/Business/11693.aspx?N=772+11653)
The Business Start-up Info-Guide is designed to help you navigate through the federal and provincial government programs, services, and regulations that may apply to individuals starting a business in Ontario.
(URL for this site: http://www.cbo-eco.ca/en/index.cfm/guides/)
Sources of financing for businesses in each province.
(URL for this site: http://bsa.canadabusiness.ca/82/)
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