Starting Your Business

Find business plans, financing, industry, competitive, and customer information for starting an import/export business.

Find the best websites and books to help you start your own business including how to write a business plan, financing, and market research.

Canadian Border Service Agency's step-by-step guide to starting an importing business. Includes how to obtain a business number and a handy online guide.

Canadian Border Service Agency outlines how to export goods from Canada.

Contains links to checklists for starting an import and export business in B.C.

A private, non-profit organization, servicing Canada’s trade community and providing customs and trade policy information for Canadian importers and exporters.

One-stop shop for Canadian businesses. Provides a customized list of government permits and licenses to operate your business according to federal, provincial, and municipal regulation

Provides advice for small and medium-sized enterprises in B.C. looking to enter international markets.