In support of Small Business Week, the City of Mount Pearl is inviting you to drop by our "one-stop-shop" for all the support, resources, and feedback you'll need to kwick-start your business.

Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, business owner, a startup, or just have a fresh idea, our business support experts will provide you with all the tools and resources you'll need to get started.

The City of Mount Pearl's Economic Development Team will be joined by:

• Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
• Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC)
• Metro Business Opportunities (MBO)
• Mount Pearl Paradise Chamber of Commerce (MPPCC)
• Newfoundland and Labrador Organization of Women Entrepreneurs (NLOWE)
• Royal Bank of Canada (RBC)

Drop in at any time between 3pm-6pm to say hi, ask questions, and grab a coffee and snack on us! Your name will also be entered into a draw for a door prize! Registration is FREE.

Due to COVID-19 regulations, capacity is limited for this event and you must register in advance.

Please be advised of the following guidelines:

• Masks are required at all times (extras on site)
• Please practice social distancing with other guests
• Stay home if you feel unwell
• Please adhere to all onsite signage
• Hand sanitizer will be available

About our partners

The City of Mount Pearl's Economic Development Team

Here in the City of Mount Pearl, we’ve adopted an ‘open for business’ policy. Whether you’re a tech startup, an artisanal coffee shop, an engineering firm or a craft brewery, we’ve got your back. From scouting a location to guiding you through our simple permitting process, we collaborate with business owners every step of the way. Oh and did we mention we have incentive programs to help you grow? Come chat with us to learn more.

ACOA (Business Information Services)

The Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) works to create opportunities for economic growth in the region by helping businesses become more competitive, innovative and productive, by working with diverse communities to develop and diversify local economies, and by championing the strengths of Atlantic Canada. ACOA helps businesses grow in Atlantic Canada, providing entrepreneurs with the resources and information they need to start and run a business. No matter what stage of growth your business is in, ACOA Business Information Services (BIS) can help.

BDC

We are BDC, the Business Development Bank of Canada and the financial institution devoted to Canadian entrepreneurs. We help create and develop strong Canadian businesses through financing, advisory services and capital, with a focus on small and medium-sized enterprises.

Metro Business Opportunities

Metro Business Opportunities (MBO) is dedicated to the development of Business and Social Enterprise in urban Newfoundland and Labrador. Through advisory, lending, and training services, MBO's knowledgeable team helps potential and existing entrepreneurs of all ages with idea generation, business start-up, and successful growth.

Mount Pearl Paradise Chamber of Commerce

The Mount Pearl-Paradise Chamber of Commerce was founded in 1985 with the goal of helping local businesses build a strong and successful future. We understand that the concerns, the challenges, and the needs of small business owners are drastically different from those of big business. We provide networking, advocacy, educational and business opportunities for our members.

NLOWE

Founded in 1997, the Newfoundland and Labrador Organization of Women Entrepreneurs is a provincial organization that provides business advisory services and programs that connect and support women within Newfoundland and Labrador to start, grow and advance their businesses.

RBC

As an RBC Business Account Manager, we can help support your personal and business day-to-day needs and long-term goals. We work hard to understand your vision and business goals, help you identify key considerations for your business plan, and set up the right financial solutions to help you get where you want to be.