Online Learning
Are you a newcomer entrepreneur? Are you interested in starting your own business?
If so, join us for this self-directed, online course! In just 12 to 24 hours, this course gives an overview of everything you need to know to start a business in Canada.
Course Topics:
- Business plans and bookkeeping
- Canadian business culture and networking
- Business structures
- Registration and zoning, licenses and permits
- Banking, credit, and funding considerations
- Taxation and business insurance
- Employee regulations / labour standards
Technology Required:
- Latest version of one of the following browsers is recommended: Firefox, Safari, Google Chrome or Internet Explorer
- Email: Outlook Express / Outlook / browser-based package, i.e. (Gmail, Hotmail, Yahoo)
- Operating System: Windows XP or higher, Mac OS X or higher
- Latest version of Java and Adobe Flash
- Headset or Speakers
- PDF reader (such as Adobe Reader)
- High speed internet access
Recommended Language Level:
- Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) 5 or higher (Intermediate)
- General/Academic IELTS: 5.5+ in all skill areas
How to start a business – Pre Launch:
- How to start a business - Pre-Launch (video)
- How to start a business – Pre Launch (PDF)
- How to start a business – Pre Launch Checklist (PDF)
How to start a business – Post Launch stuff:
Business Pitching:
- How to Pitch your Business (video)
- How to Pitch your Business (PDF)
- How to Pitch your Business - Elevator Pitch (PDF)
- How to Pitch your Business - Checklist (PDF)