1. Assess your readiness for self-employment by looking at the qualities, skills and personal/ financial circumstances that make a good entrepreneur. Click here for articles that will assist you.

2. If you're currently or will soon be unemployed, you may qualify for the Ontario Self-Employment Benefit Program (OSEB), mentoring for up to 52 weeks to help you start your business, and income support as determined by the Employment and Training Division of the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities (MCTU). Click here for more information on the Ontario Self-Employment Benefit Program.

3. If you are not eligible for the Self-Employment Benefit Program or are ready to start your business more quickly than the OSEB process allows, you can still obtain training and mentoring from our qualified and enthusiastic advisors. Click here for a list of our fee-for-service options.

4. You can explore various aspects of operating your own business, as well as the many resources available online, in our Resources & Links section – click here to go to that section.

5. If you could really use some advice on starting a business, or on various aspects of operating and growing your current business, having a Business Coach may be exactly what you need. Many very successful entrepreneurs credit their achievements to their relationship with a personal Mentor, who provided encouragement, guidance and hard-earned wisdom. Click here to find out more about our Coaching services.