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What We Do

Our team provides free bilingual business services to help entrepreneurs, SMEs (small-medium-sized enterprises) and startups launch, expand and grow. 

About The Business Enterprise Centre

The Business Enterprise Centre provides training and programs to help entrepreneurs, SMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises) and startups launch, expand and grow. Our business consulting services foster an entrepreneurial culture and support new jobs and employment in the region.

Our free bilingual services include:

The Business Enterprise Centre is hosted by the Timmins Economic Development Corporation and funded by the Ministry of Energy, Northern Development and Mines and the Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade.

Please contact the Business Enterprise Centre for more information on how to launch, expand and/or grow your business.

Catchment Area

The Business Enterprise Centre serves a region which extends along the Hwy 11 Corridor and includes communities from Hornepayne to Iroquois Falls as well as Timmins and the James Bay Coast.

What We Do

Upcoming Workshops

Register today for the following workshops!

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Starter Company Plus #4 – Essentials for Business and Bookkeeping

April 21, 2026

Join us for an exciting online event where Christine Bedard of Northwoods Bookkeeping & Consulting Inc. will share her expertise on business essentials and bookkeeping. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this event is packed with valuable information to help you succeed in your business ventures. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from a pro!

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Starter Company Plus #5 – Executive Summary, Operations Management and Appendices

April 23, 2026

James will cover topics including operations management, risk management, succession planning, as well as assembling your appendix, cover page, table of contents and executive summary.

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Starter Company Plus #6 – Marketing Strategy

May 5, 2026

Join us for an exciting online event where marketing guru Kelsey will share her top tips and tricks for creating a killer marketing strategy. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this event is perfect for anyone looking to take their marketing game to the next level. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! Register now and get ready to supercharge your marketing efforts. See you there!