Halton Region Small Business Centre
An Ontario Small Business Advisory Centre
Ontario Small Business Advisory Centres (OSBAC) deliver provincially funded programs and services that help entrepreneurs and small businesses start, grow, and succeed. With more than 50 centres across Ontario, OSBACs foster local business growth and strengthen communities across the province.
The Halton Region Small Business Centre is the OSBAC serving entrepreneurs in Burlington, Milton, Halton Hills, and Oakville.
Supports for entrepreneurs
Advisory seminars and services
As an OSBAC, the Halton Region Small Business Centre provides information, referrals, advisory services, mentoring, workshops, networking opportunities, and business resources to support entrepreneurs and small businesses at all stages of development.
Seasonal bootcamps
- Winter Bootcamp - January 14 to March 25, 2026
Winter bootcamp sessions will be held at Halton Regional Centre, 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville (Google Maps link), from - Spring Bootcamp -
All spring bootcamp sessions will be held remotely as Microsoft Teams webinars from - Summer Bootcamp -
Summer bootcamp sessions will alternate between public libraries in north Halton from - Fall Bootcamp -
All fall bootcamp sessions will be held remotely as Microsoft Teams webinars from
How to start a small business
Business plan basics
Market research
Marketing and sales
Building your business online
Financials 101
Getting started information sessions
The Halton Small Business Centre’s Getting Started session is now available at your convenience through:
- an online learning portal (to sign up for the online learning portal, email us at smallbusiness@halton.ca );
- in-person at the Halton Small Business Centre, 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville (Google Maps link); or
- virtually via Microsoft Teams.
This free session provides an overview of all the rules and regulations that you need to know if you are interested in starting a business in Halton. Staff will help guide you through a checklist for starting a new business. Online registration is required.
One-on-one supports
Looking for a consultation on how to craft or improve your business plan or take your small business to the next level? Contact us today to schedule a meeting with one of our business advisors!
Upcoming events
Funding acknowledgement
OSBAC programs and services are delivered by the Halton Region Small Business Centre and are funded in partnership with the Government of Ontario.
