The Orangeville & Area Small Business Enterprise Centre (SBEC) provides free guidance and support to start-ups and existing small businesses in the early years of operation. Whether you're developing a business plan, launching a new enterprise, or growing an existing operation, we can provide resources and advice to help you succeed.

Need help to register your business with the Province of Ontario? Business registration assistance is available through the SBEC office - Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Our services are offered both in-person or virtually and appointments are encouraged.

Contact us to book a meeting or to obtain general information about starting or growing your business.

Services

Our team is available to help your business develop and grow by offering a variety of support services, including:

  • on-site or virtual business registration assistance (appointments are encouraged)
  • one-to-one consultations with qualified business consultants who can offer guidance based on your specific needs and opportunities
  • business plan templates and support
  • business training and workshops
  • mentorship and networking opportunities
  • information on financing options, permits and licences
  • support in finding and accessing appropriate government support and programs
  • free access to our business resource library

Contact us and we can work with you to identify the tools and services that meet your business needs. 

Programs and events

The Orangeville & Area SBEC can support your business with training opportunities, programs and resources.

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Digital Main Street's Ontario Grants Program

The Digital Technology Grant provides up to $2,500 to qualifying brick-and-mortar small businesses to help cover the costs of adopting digital technologies. 

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Starter Company Plus

The Starter Company Plus program offers support for new and expanding businesses
with training and funding opportunities.

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Workshops and Events

The Orangeville & Area SBEC and its partners host training workshops and networking events featuring relevant topics and engaging experts.

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Small Business Centres Ontario

The Orangeville & Area SBEC is part of Small Business Centres Ontario, a province-wide network of 54 SBEC's that help to support Ontario small businesses. 

Supporters

The Orangeville & Area Small Business Enterprise Centre is supported by many community and government partners. Through this collaboration, we aim to provide fully accessible and well-distributed services for small business owners in our community.