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Small Business Recovery Program

Small Business Recovery Program

Update on trade with the United States

The recently announced U.S. tariff policies could significantly impact local businesses. The Halton Small Business Centre has a suite of programs, services and resources to help businesses navigate these changes.

Free one-on-one support

Book a free one-on-one consultation with a Business Consultant

Email smallbusiness@halton.ca with:

  • preferred dates and times for a consultation (meetings can be booked from Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.)
  • preferred format for the meeting (virtual or on-site)
  • details on the types of business supports that you would like to access

You can also call 311 and ask to speak with a consultant from the Small Business Centre.

Consultations

Schedule a free virtual consultation or an on-site visit with one of our Business Consultants to discuss your start-up or business growth needs, challenges and questions. We can provide helpful advice and guidance on:

  • staffing and employment
  • business plan review
  • financing
  • cash flow analysis
  • marketing and sales
  • customer analysis
  • new product/service launch
  • export and import assistance
  • and more!

Go Global

Expanding beyond U.S. trade dependencies is crucial. The Halton Global Business Centre offers resources to help businesses explore new markets, including export guidance through one-on-one consultations, resources and tools, webinars and seminars, networking opportunities, and strategies for international expansion.

Consumer and market databases

Halton’s Business Consultants have access to online tools to help you make smarter business decisions through targeted market research, customer demographic information, trend analysis and market analytics. Book a free one-on-one consultation to learn more or visit our office at 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville (Google Maps) to view these databases.

Training, education and events

View Small Business Centre events

Bootcamp seminars

Register to attend an upcoming two-hour interactive bootcamp webinar on start-up and small business topics to improve your business operations:

  • How to Start a Small Business
  • Business Plan Basics
  • Market Research
  • Marketing/Sales
  • Building Your Business Online
  • Financials 101

Webinars and vents

The Halton Small Business Centre holds regular training sessions and workshops to help entrepreneurs and business owners enhance their knowledge and skills. To see a list of upcoming webinars, visit the Halton Small Business Centre homepage.

Expanding beyond U.S. trade dependencies is crucial. The Halton Global Business Centre offers resources to help businesses explore new markets, including export guidance, networking opportunities, and strategies for international expansion.

Networking events

The Halton Small Business Centre offers a variety of networking events and activities. For a list of upcoming events, visit the Halton Small Business Centre page.

Helpful templates and tools

Access Halton’s toolbox and templates

Checklists and templates

Access helpful resources to help you with everything from developing your business idea to starting a corporation and developing a partnership agreement.

Guides

Browse guides, publications and directories to keep in mind as you grow your businesses, from legislative requirements around marketing and patents to e-business toolkits or importing guides.

Peer-to-peer support

We’ve compiled a list of Halton-based organizations (PDF file) that offer support and networking opportunities for local businesses, from Business Improvement Areas (BIAs) to Chambers of Commerce and other targeted groups. Check the list for a description of each group and relevant contact information.

Financial assistance programs, grant and training programs

Local Halton Region programs

  • Starter Company Plus: Supports aspiring entrepreneurs aged 18 or older who are looking to build their small businesses through training and mentoring, with an opportunity to pitch for a $5,000 grant. Attend an information session to learn more—you can find a list of upcoming session dates on the Starter Company Plus webpage.
  • Futurpreneur: Provides financing, mentoring and support to aspiring entrepreneurs and business owners aged 18-39 who have been operating a business full time for less than 12 months. To learn more about the program, register for an upcoming information session using our online form, call 311 or 1-866-442-5866 (toll-free).
  • Virtual Youth Job Connection Program: Connects employers with youth aged 15-29 who are currently looking for a job or career and not attending or returning to full-time school or training. The program may contribute funding to employers to offset the cost of wages and training for participants. Interested employers can email Employment Halton .

Resources and tools

Learn more about programs offered by Halton Region

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