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- Be Your Own Boss
- Find resources for starting, building and managing any size of enterprise in the Vancouver area. Access training, mentoring and financial support for qualified applicants through nine Lower Mainland self-employment programs that sponsor the web site.
- Business Access Canada
- Learn how to do business with the federal government. Find information on supplier registration, current bidding opportunities, contracts and government business seminars.
Sponsored by: Office of Small and Medium Enterprises (OSME), Public Works and Government Services Canada (PWGSC) - Business Start-Up Assistant
- This step-by-step information guide provides essential business start-up information from the federal and provincial governments and other sources. Explore the site to access information about various types of self-employment.
- BusinessTown.com
- This American website provides a wealth of information to help you identify business opportunities. Click on Business Opportunities, Home Business and Internet for ideas and information on different types of businesses and self-employment. The site also covers topics such as how to start, manage and market your business.
- Canadian Franchise Association
- This site is designed both for those already in franchising and also for those looking for a franchise. View franchise listings and stay informed about franchise events, publications and support services. Also find details about CFA membership.
- Comox Valley Community Arts Council
- This non-profit organization promotes and supports arts, culture and education in and around the Comox Valley. It co-ordinates and co-sponsors art shows and workshops, literary projects, performing arts events and children's programs including Art in the Park and Kids Fest. CVCAC also operates the Muir Gallery.
Sponsored by: Comox Valley Community Arts Council - E-Business Information
- Are you ready for e-business? Find the information and tools you need to succeed in the global on-line business environment. Learn what others are doing, assess your business with a diagnostic tool, read about technology, security and suppliers, and more.
- Elance
- This marketplace allows service buyers and providers to post and bid on projects in various categories, including websites, design, writing, programming, business consulting and other services. (Fees apply.)
Sponsored by: Elance Incorporated - Finding Elance and Freelance Jobs, Projects and Contract Work
- Learn about the freelance work exchange sites meeting the growing need for contractors in graphic design, writing, web design, IT and other services. Access project postings and general freelance work exchanges and marketplaces. as well as those for specific industries. You'll also find links for online portfolio resources and advice on going it alone.
Sponsored by: Pam Blackstone, WebLens - GenX Startup at the Idea Cafe
- This site caters to the business needs of Generation X entrepreneurs. Find chat groups, profiles of entrepreneurs and advice on everything from generating investment dollars to creating a corporate identity.
Sponsored by: Idea Cafe, Inc. - Home-based Business - British Columbia
- This site provides information and resources for establishing a home-based business in British Columbia. Find general information and guides, electronic magazines and portals, and support organizations.
Sponsored by: Government of Canada - HomeBasedWork.com
- If you are considering a work-at-home career, this collection of tips, articles and resources will be helpful. Learn how to protect yourself from scams, research new opportunities and more. Find information on working for an employer and work-at-home jobs. Or explore working for yourself, as well as business opportunities and ideas.
Sponsored by: HomeBasedWork.com - Information on Scams
- This organization educates and protects both consumers and businesses. Find information that can protect you from becoming involved in scams in pyramid, ponzi, work-at-home schemes and more.
Sponsored by: Canadian Council of Better Business Bureaus - InnoVisions Canada and the Canadian Telework Association (CTA)
- This site contains information and links to resources about telework and other flexible work arrangements. Discover the possible benefits of telework for your business, the work setting and for you. InnoVisions Canada is a telework and flex-work consulting organization. The Canadian Telework Association (CTA) is a non-profit association that promotes telework.
- Mentors, Ventures and Plans (MVP)
- Learn what successful entrepreneurs already know about starting a business. What's to know? Details about start-up money, common mistakes, courses, mentoring and much, much more! Use the self-assessment tools to find out how you measure up. Learn where you have to improve and how you can build on your strengths.