This page contains answers to the questions we are asked most frequently. It may help you in obtaining a fast response to your query. If you do not find the answer your are looking for here, please e-mail us with your question or contact us by telephone at 905-825-6000.

1. Where is your office located?

Our office is located at: 
1151 Bronte Road, Oakville, Ontario (QEW and Regional Road 25) 
Phone: 905-825-6000
Toll free: 1-866-442-5866
TTY: 905-827-9833 
Fax: 905-825-8839

HOURS: Monday - Friday; 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Business Name Searches and Registrations: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 

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2. What services do you offer businesses?

The Halton Region Small Business Centre offers services in the following areas: 

• Designated computer for business name search and registration
• Small Business advice
• Business plan development assistance
• Market and financial planning topics
• Small Business seminars
• Access to computers for internet, word processing (three public access stations)
• Access to Professionals Program
• Business research resources and business development software
• Online directories, Scott's and Canadian Business Disc
• Information on Halton's business environment
• Site selection research
• Contacts in real estate, Halton industries, municipal governments, business associations and community groups
• Employment and wage training programs: Ontario Works - Halton
• Workforce development resources
• Export/Import market advice, information and contacts
• Export/Import seminars

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3. What municipalities are located in Halton Region?

Halton Region is comprised of the City of Burlington and the Town of Halton Hills (Georgetown/Acton), the Town of Milton , and Town of Oakville .

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4. Are there Chambers of Commerce in Halton Region?

Yes, each municipality has a Chamber of Commerce.

• Burlington Chamber of Commerce  
• Halton Hills Chamber of Commerce  
• Milton Chamber of Commerce
• Oakville Chamber of Commerce

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5. Do you have a business directory?

The Halton Region Small Business Centre does not produce a business directory.  Please visit Halton's local Chambers of Commerce for a listing of their directories.

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6. What are the different types of business ownerships?

Please view our online tutorial " Types of Business Ownership " for information regarding types of business ownerships.

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7. What is the cost for a business name search and business registration?

Please view our online tutorial " Searching and Registering a Business Name " for information regarding a business name search and business registration.

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8. Are there any government programs available to help my business?

Yes, see the Canada-Ontario Business Call Centre to find programs relevant to your business.

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9. What sort of wage subsidies are available to help businesses hire and train staff?

There are different Federal and Provincial programs available. Halton Region delivers the provincial Ontario Works Employment Placement program.

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10. What services do you offer if I am expanding or locating my business in Halton Region.

See the Site Selection section or contact our office for information.

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11. Are there programs/services available to support the skilled trades and apprenticeships?

See the Workforce Development section or contact our office for information.

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