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    "I am the Communications” Pivot” for the EBWN and love every minute of it so I am always accessible via e-mail. Being on the Administrative Committee and one of the long-standing members of the network has helped me to appreciate women from all walks of life and enjoy a leadership role. I enjoy supporting everyone through my efforts to develop relationships, network and share information. I moved here from Toronto 12 years ago and was looking for friendships and business colleagues and this group has honoured my individuality and given me a group atmosphere. They are my “Team”. They are my “Tribe”. Women power is very important and I see the women of this group as role models in the community and outstanding entrepreneurs."
Gail McNaughton
gailmcnaughton.com

 

    "I come away feeling inspired after each and every EBWN meeting. Networking is a lot more than increasing your client base, it is about sharing resources and information. EBWN supports women in their personal and business goals. New friends, new ideas, new information and never feeling like you are alone in whatever challenges you are facing in your business."
Christine Noble
Guided Balance Hypnotherapy

    "I have participated in the Elgin Business Women's Network, since it began.

I enjoy introducing other business women to the group, and hope they feel the same sense of empowerment from being in the company of so many diverse and talented ladies. My motive is not to 'get business', it is the sharing of ideas, and knowing that we are not alone in our challenges. Keep up the good work, my friends"
Yvonne Brooks
Country Seat Upholstery and
Magnetic Laundry

 

Business Resources

Elgin Business Resource Centre (A Community Futures Development Corporation) - an excellent source for business resources, Business Programs and Services.

Strategis - Canada's Business and Consumer Web site, contains a wealth of information about business, finance, export, starting a business, using technology and much more.

Business Development Bank - The Business Development Bank of Canada is a financial institution wholly owned by the government of Canada. BDC plays a leadership role in delivering financial and consulting services to Canadian small business, with a particular focus on technology and exporting.

SmallbizXpress - the gateway with all the information you need to start, run or expand a small business in Ontario.

The Canada Business Service Centres (CBSCs) - are your gateway to government information for business. The CBSCs provide a wide range of information on government services, programs and regulations and are there to answer your questions about starting a new business or improving an existing one.

Statistics Canada - Demographic patterns, population growth, trends, research, spending patterns. A great resource for market research and product development.

Small Business Quarterly - Publishes by Industry Canada, this newsletter provides a snapshot of the recent performance of Canada's small business sector and provides an overview of key small business statistics, trends and recent developments.

Enterweb - The Knowledge Portal for Small Business - Sources of information on small business, finance, international trade, entrepreneurship, enterprise development and the economy. (American)

Canadian Federation of Independent Business

Business Owner's Idea Café - This is an American web site, but has applicable tools and ideas

Profit - The Magazine for Canadian Entrepreneurs

Canadian Business Magazine

Canada Business Service Centre - Interactive Business Planner - The IBP is the first business planning software product designed specifically to operate on the World Wide Web. The IBP uses the capabilities of the Internet to assist entrepreneurs prepare a 3 year business plan for their new or existing business.

Export Development Canada - EDC provides Canadian exporters with financing, insurance and bonding services as well as foreign market expertise

Canada Customs and Revenue Agency

Government of Canada web site for Export Information

GD Sourcing Information and Retrieval - Research and statistics regarding various Canadian industries and sectors.

BusinessGateway.ca - provides a single access point to all the government services and information needed to start, run and grow a business.

Canada-Ontario Business Service Centre - Providing accurate and timely information on programs, services and regulations to Ontario businesses in collaboration with our federal, provincial and non-governmental partners.

For Women Entrepreneurs

The Canadian Federation of Business and Professional Women's Clubs - is the national organization in Canada whose primary concern is the education, employment and economic status of employed women.

For Young Entrepreneurs

Summer Company - Summer Company, an exciting opportunity for enterprising students, 15 to 29 years old, to start and run their own summer businesses.
As a Summer Company entrepreneur, you'll receive hands-on business coaching and mentoring from local community business leaders who will help make your Summer Company a success. Who knows, it could be the start of something big.
If your application is accepted, you will be eligible to receive up to $1,500 to put toward start-up costs and up to $1,500 upon successful completion of the program.

Money Information for Young People from Canadian Bankers' Association

Royal Bank's Site for Young Entrepreneurs

The Ministry of Enterprise, Opportunity and Innovation

Canadian Youth Business Foundation - The Canadian Youth Business Foundation (CYBF) is a national non-profit organization that encourages and supports young Canadians, 18 to 34 years of age, who would not otherwise have the opportunity to learn about entrepreneurship and contribute to their community by establishing successful businesses.

Centre for Entrepreneurship, Education and Development

Young Entrepreneurs Association