SCP Info Session (Virtual)

TheHamilton Business Centreprovides the information and tools that entrepreneurs need to grow their businesses. Operating as an arm of the Economic Development Division of the City of Hamilton, the Centre is a one-stop source for business information, guidance and professional advice on starting and running a successful business – for both start-up and growing businesses.

Hamilton Business Centre

Starter Company Plus is a training and mentoring program for start-up businesses less than 1 year in age.

Starter Company Plus is a training and mentoring program for start-up businesses less than 1 year in age. This program offers opportunities for FREE training in Business Planning, Marketing and Social Media, as well as Bookkeeping and Financial Management.PLUS, there is an ongoing FREE mentorship opportunity AND funding opportunities of up to $5,000 for eligible businesses approved into the program.Individual Eligibility:<ul><li>18 years of age and over</li><li>Ontario resident – living in Hamilton</li><li>Canadian Citizen/Permanent Resident</li><li>Not attending school full-time; not working outside the business more than 20 hours per week</li><li>Operating a full-time business in Hamilton (35+ hours per week)</li><li>Not enrolled in another self-employment program</li><li>The applicant is fully responsible for the ongoing operation of the business and is the majority shareholder (at least 50%) in the case of a corporation</li><li>Agree to follow all government rules and regulations for operating a business</li></ul>Business Activity Eligibility:<ul><li>Business is in the start-up and/or operational phase (less than 1 year in age)</li><li>Businesses must be sales ready within the funding timeframe</li><li>Business is an independent business venture</li><li>Business does not rely on commission sales</li><li>Business is not an existing franchise operation</li><li>Business operates at arm’s length from family business ventures</li><li>Business operates full-time as defined in the business plan (35+ hours per week)</li><li>Business maintains its own books and records</li><li>Business maintains a separate business bank account</li><li>Business must follow all government rules and regulations</li></ul>

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