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Services

The Business Enterprise Centre team offers the following free English and French services.

Consultations

Our team will meet with you in person, virtually or on-site to discuss your opportunity and identify the actionable items tailored to help you launch, expand or grow.  You will receive resources and access to training and mentorship opportunities.  The Business Enterprise Centre will also connect you with other organizations that provide or assist with grants, loans and other related professional services.

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Consultations
Business Registration

Business Registration and Licensing

The Business Enterprise Centre can help you register your Master Business License, CRA business number, GST and HST number, as well as municipal permits required by the City of Timmins.

Contact us to find out which registrations and licenses your business requires!

Business Plan
Development and Review

Effective business planning increases the chances of success for a business’s start-up, long-term growth and sustainability.  Our team is available to help review your business and provide constructive feedback to position you to achieve your goals.

Our team will provide you with the tools and resources to:

  • Refine your business idea or opportunity;
  • Identify your business model, strategy and competitive advantage;
  • Identify financial and human resources to start or expand your business;
  • Analyze your industry and identify the competitive landscape and establish the demand for your business
  • Determine the method to reach your target market;
  • Set realistic targets and goals;
  • Forecast financial projections; and
  • Measure your ongoing business progress.

Contact us if you require help in developing your business plan!

Business Plan Development
Workshops & Seminars

Workshops and Seminars

The Business Enterprise Centre organizes and hosts various workshops and seminars throughout the year in partnership with its collaborators.  Workshops are delivered in-person and virtually, and cover many topics including: business taxation, working with the CRA, bookkeeping, risk management, and more!

Contact us to find out about upcoming workshops and seminars!

Market Research

Whether you are starting or expanding a business, launching a new product or service, or wanting to be one step ahead of your competition, you need a thorough understanding of the market.  The Business Enterprise Centre can help you access data needed to make informed decisions.  Our team will help with market research and can provide custom data reports that meet your needs.

Contact us if you require help conducting market research!

Market Research
Funding & Financing

Funding and Financing

There are dedicated funding and incentive programs at all levels of government designed to support economic development and business growth in Timmins and Northern Ontario.  Our team can help you find programs, contacts and services that meet your needs.

The City of Timmins offers municipal incentive programs through the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) which can including grants and tax rebates in designated areas.  Speak to our team about accessing specific CIP programming.

The Province of Ontario has dedicated organizations that support economic development and business growth.  Organizations like the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC) offers programs to assist entrepreneurs and business owners with start-up and expansion costs.

The Federal government has dedicated organizations that support economic development and business growth.  Organizations like FedNor offer funding and financing to assist entrepreneurs and business owners with innovation, research and development and growth.

Entrepreneurs and business owners occasionally have to access debt financing to cover the cost of business startup or expansion.  Our team can help you apply for debt financing from banks and credit unions.

The Business Enterprise Centre can help you explore alternative sources of financing to support your business.  Alternatives can include raising capital through investment from other individuals or organizations.  Our team can help identify and access these alternative sources of financing opportunities.

Upcoming Workshops

Register today for the following workshops!

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Starter Company Plus – Introduction to Starter Company Plus and Business Planning

September 22, 2026

Join us for a crash course on the Starter Company Plus program and learn all about business planning with James Parisi!

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

September 24, 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 – Market Research with Jennifer Whitten

October 6, 2026

Starter Company Plus 3: Market Research with Jennifer Whitten Welcome to our online event where you'll learn all about market research & analysis with the one and only Jennifer Whitten! Join us on Tuesday October 6th at 18:00 EDT for an insightful session on understanding your target market, analyzing competition, and identifying key trends. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this event is perfect for anyone looking to boost their business savvy. Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable insights and take your business to the next level!

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