Retail Council of Canada (RCC) has been the voice of retail in Canada since 1963. We speak for an industry that touches the daily lives of Canadians in every corner of the country - by providing jobs, consumer value, world-class product selection, and the colour, sizzle, and entertainment of the marketplace.
(URL for this site: http://www.retailcouncil.org/aboutus/)
RFPSource is a secure electronic doorway to the global e-marketplace, which provides your organization with business opportunities and the tools needed to conduct business on the web.
(URL for this site: https://www.rfpsource.ca/E/index.cfm?)
We know the challenges you face. Our team of dedicated agriculture account managers know your industry and are able to work with you to provide flexible products and services to help manage and grow your farm.
(URL for this site: http://www.rbcroyalbank.com/commercial/agriculture/index.html)
Information on expanding a business from the Royal Bank of Canada.
(URL for this site: http://www.rbcroyalbank.com/busexpanding/expansionstr/be_expstrat.html)
RBC solutions to help your business go global. New and exciting business opportunities await you in the international marketplace. Whether you are a small or large business, the right financial advice can help your global venture succeed.
(URL for this site: http://www.rbcroyalbank.com/commercial/global/)
RBC Royal Bank has a long-standing involvement with women entrepreneurs and is committed to helping them start and grow their businesses. From market champions, to banking, to information and tips, we’re dedicated to supporting the success of women business owners.
(URL for this site: http://www.rbcroyalbank.com/RBC:jT0RFawYUAsA-QDMZX8AAADF/business/women/...)
At RBC Royal Bank we support young business owners. We listen to what you need to make your business a success. RBC Royal Bank can help you with financing and business resources that will help you start - and grow - your business.
(URL for this site: http://www.rbcroyalbank.com/sme/ye/)
Statistics from Statistics Canada relating specifically to rural and small towns in Canada, organized by headings and available in PDF or HTML. The statistics range from the 1990s to the present, with the year given underneath each heading.
(URL for this site: http://www5.statcan.gc.ca/bsolc/olc-cel/olc-cel?catno=21-006-X&chropg=1&...)
This guide from 2010 provides a useful summary of federal programs available for rural areas and small communities. It is organized in two sections, one for businesses including access to capital, key contacts, and business support, and another for people in groups like youth and seniors or by topic like culture, skill development, and health.
(URL for this site: http://www4.agr.gc.ca/AAFC-AAC/display-afficher.do?id=1274816415283&lang...)
Almost one third of Canada's population live in rural regions. The Government of Canada is helping rural Canada develop and maintain strong, adaptable and vibrant communities. This page includes a link to the Research Development Branch and other rural-related links under the Quick Links sidebar.
(URL for this site: http://www4.agr.gc.ca/AAFC-AAC/display-afficher.do?id=1180113350292&lang...)
Sale of Goods Act through the BC Laws site.
(URL for this site: http://www.bclaws.ca/EPLibraries/bclaws_new/document/ID/freeside/00_9641...)
Information and resources on personal bankruptcy.
(URL for this site: http://www.sands-trustee.com/personal-bankruptcy/)
Scott's Directories - this website allows users to find over 100,000 listings of manufacturing and industrial companies including name, address, phone number, and contact info, and provides access to other large directories. A free trial is available and then you must buy a yearly subscription to use this service.
(URL for this site: http://www.scottsdirectories.com/new/directories/)
A booklet of practical tips and resources for becoming self employed. Put out by the Arthritis Association.
(URL for this site: http://www.arthritispatient.ca/images/uploads/Self-Employment_with_Disab...)
If you want to build a successful e-business, you've come to the right place. For whether you are an e-commerce novice or an experienced e-tailer who wants to increase their profits, you'll find all the information you need on this site.
(URL for this site: http://www.sellitontheweb.com/)
Did you know that the provincial government spends more than a billion dollars on goods and services each year? We get roofs repaired, we have websites designed, we lease trucks, and thousands of other things. We buy most of these goods and services from Nova Scotia businesses. If you own or operate a business, you may want to do business with us. This booklet will help you find out how. How to Sell Your Goods and Services to the Nova Scotia Government.
(URL for this site: http://www.gov.ns.ca/tenders/policy/pdf_files/procurement_brochure.pdf)
SEOmoz, a Seattle-based SEO company, serves as a hub for search marketers worldwide, providing education, tools, resources and paid services. For free resources look under the resource, community, and blog tabs.
(URL for this site: http://www.seomoz.org/)
Government Agents in BC Communities operate in 60 communities in British Columbia providing the public with information on Provincial Government Programs and can also help you with inquiries concerning Federal, Regional or Municipal Government Services. Each location provides an outlet for payment of most Provincial Government services, supplies, numerous applications or forms, and sells a wide range of publications, etc. Services include accepting payment for company name reservation and registration, performing and a accepting payment for BC Online Searches, providing forms and collecting PST.
(URL for this site: http://www.servicebc.gov.bc.ca/)
Programs and services run by the Government of Canada.
(URL for this site: http://www.servicecanada.gc.ca/eng/home.shtml)
An A-Z online library of informative articles on small and home based business.
(URL for this site: http://www.bizoffice.com/library/library.html)
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