Small Business

Virtual Reference Library containing every volume of the Business Plans Handbook series in eBook form - "A collection of actual business plans compiled by, and aimed at, entrepreneurs seeking funding for small businesses in North America. Plans are from businesses in the manufacturing, retail and service industries, with company names and addresses changed. Each volume presents 20 business plans and includes a business plan template, two fictional business plans, a listing of organizations, agencies, and consultants; a glossary; and an updated bibliography."

Business success depends on obtaining access to reliable information. The Small Business Accelerator is your gateway to freely available business information, education, and assistance that is both current and trustworthy. We know how hard it is to find, sort, and analyze quality business information. Use this website to kick start your research efforts, so you can spend your precious time focusing on your business needs. You'll find information resources and research strategies that will be critical to all aspects of your business planning - whether you're just getting started or looking to grow or open a new a location. Solid research will move your business forward.

Programs and services for western Canadian entrepreneurs. - Western Economic Diversification Canada

The OneStop Business Registry is a public sector partnership offering integrated Business Registration and Business Address Change services based on the Business Number. - Government of British Columbia

eBusiness Connection offers a comprehensive collection of e-business information services to help your small business succeed in an Internet connected world. - Western Economic Diversification Canada

A profile of small business in British Columbia.

From the website: 
Our goal is to help your business grow and succeed through streamlined access to reliable, up-to-date information and services tailored to your needs. Canada Business strives to:

• reduce the complexity of dealing with multiple levels of government
• consolidate business information in one convenient service
• enable you to make well-informed business decisions in a global economy
• contribute to your success through sound business planning, market research and the use of strategic business information

From the website: 
We provide advisory services, education, and community to help entrepreneurs succeed in all stages of business. We are supported by the Ministry of Small Business, Technology and Economic Development and Western Economic Diversification Canada.