Starting a business: take the next step at SBBC
At Small Business BC we offer a range of business resources and tools for those starting a business – we’re proud to have helped thousands of small businesses start in British Columbia.
Whether you’ve spotted a gap in the market, want to do something that you’re passionate about, or turn that side hustle into something longer term, we can help.
Register Your New Business
Take the stress out of registering your business - with the expert guidance of a SBBC Business Advisor you’ll be up and running in no time.
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Get Expert Business Advice
Having trouble with a specific area of the start-up process? Our Talk to an Expert program connects you with a range of specialized business advisors in a one-on-one session.
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Attend our Start Smart Seminar or Webinar
Our Start Smart Package is a full-day instructional seminar that touches on every basic element of starting a business. Your one-stop shop.
Find Out MoreHear from those that took their next step
Jason Walker
Land and Sea Brewing
December 2018
Nene Kraneveldt
ImaginationFX
2007
Julie Veres
Port Moody Refillery
November 2018
Other ways to get started
Starting a business isn’t something you should rush into – take your time and do your research – we’ve created some free business tools to help you assess your ideas and make sure you’re business ready.
- Download our free starting a business checklist
- Looking for financing? You’ll need a business plan – download our free template
- Deciding between a sole proprietorship, partnership and corporation? Find the right path for you
- Got an idea but not sure if it has business potential? Evaluate your idea with our great tool