Canada Business Network promotes entrepreneurship and innovation, and provides assistance through an organized network of service centres across Canada.

Addresses all topics of business taxation, including payroll, GST/HST, business account registration, corporations, sole proprietorships, partnerships, excise taxes, and excise duties

The OCC represents 60,000 businesses across the province through a network of local chambers of commerce and boards of trade. The OCC advocates for Ontario’s business interests, works closely with government, labour, academia and other business associations. It also provides research to its network of chambers.

VBEC provides advisory services and information to small businesses both start-up and established. Many of VBEC's services are complimentary or at low cost. VBEC is part of the City of Vaughan.

The Vaughan Chamber of Commerce is a member-driven organization which provides numerous services to attract businesses including educational seminars, events, member benefits, and government advocacy for small business.

The York Business Exchange is a group of business-minded individuals working together to develop contacts, promote each other's businesses and help provide a continuous use of referrals.

This federal government agency provides access to a variety of information for business owners including how to write a business plan, sample business plans, market research and statistics.

This database of over 60,000 Canadian businesses provides access to: national and international suppliers, buyers and distributors; hundreds of specialized manufacturing, service and product specific business directories; and hundreds of Business profiles containing comprehensive information on contacts, products, services, trade experience, and technology. It also provides access to business opportunities in the public and private sectors, as well as a place to increase a company’s visibility to government and private sector procurement professionals.

FedDev Ontario delivers programs and services to support innovation and economic growth in southern Ontario—Canada’s most populous region. We are a federal institution that is part of the Innovation, Science and Economic Development portfolio.

This federal government site provides information on government programs for employers; and best practice guidelines for hiring, departing, training, and managing employees Under “HR for Employees”, there is information on payroll, benefits, and health and safety. Access labor law information under “Employment Standards and Regulations”.

Free access to all Canadian statutes and regulations from federal, provincial and territorial jurisdictions. Case law dates from January 2000 and includes some earlier material. CanLII also publishes rulings of some tribunals. All Canadian law societies provided the funding for this authoritative source of Canadian law.

E-Laws provides access to official copies of Ontario's statutes and regulations. Includes both consolidated and source law which is usually published within two business days.

Marketing and Sales information includes: branding, online marketing, marketing on a budget, promoting and advertising, sales and customer relationship management and legal regulations.

The Business Opportunities and Services section of the National Research Council provides access to scientists, engineers and business experts who work closely with entrepreneurs to help bring new technologies to market. Provision of expertise, research collaboration, commercialization opportunities, industry support, facilities and licensing opportunities are key services provided.

A national, non-profit organization dedicated to helping entrepreneurs and innovators for over 35 years. Main services include: the Critical Factors Assessment (strengths and weaknesses of your venture and how to fix them); Market Evaluation Validation (target market and steps to success); and Innovators Assistance Program (a mentoring service for entrepreneurs and innovators)

Access to approval and registration for patents, trademarks, copyright, and industrial design in Canada. CIPO’s web site provides decisions from the Patent Appeal Board and the Trademarks Opposition Board plus databases on Canadian trademarks, patents and copyright.

The NRC can assist businesses commercialize ideas, products or processes; help companies connect to new technologies, technical advice and business services in Canada and abroad; train in marketing and management in the technology sector; and provide financial advice.

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is the Federal agency for granting U.S. patents and registering trademarks. There is a wealth of information on this web site such as the databases of patents and trademarks, legal decisions, details on the process for filing and a section for inventors.

The Ontario Ministry of the Attorney General provides answers here to frequently asked questions about wills and estates. A range of topics are covered including information on death benefits, filing for a letter of probate, bonds, surety, and the estate administration tax.

Information about Ontario’s economy and how to do business here. Includes economic development opportunities, research funding, tax credits for business and the Ontario Budget.

Ontario government services available for businesses including registration, renewal or information updating; property liens, taxation, grants, permits, forms and industry profiles.

As an employer, it’s important to understand health and safety performance and to minimize costs by investing in workplace safety. The site also provides access to managing your online account with WSIB.

Top source of Canadian statistical information, providing access to data about business, economics, sociology, the Census, demography, and other key indicators. Free and at-cost information useful for businesses includes: financial performance indicators, industry and product data, surveys and reports.

The City of Vaughan’s Economic and Cultural Development department offers support for local businesses and entrepreneurs at all stages. Within the department, the Small Business and Entrepreneurship Unit operates the Vaughan Business Enterprise Centre (VBEC) and fosters innovation.

Looking for a social service? YorkLink: A Community Services Directory is a comprehensive guide to more than 700 community service providers and related government agencies in York Region.