An idea that appeals to many, starting your own business may be easier than you think.

The Ontario Self-Employment Benefit (OSEB) provides unemployed people who are or have recently been eligible for Employment Insurance with income and entrepreneurial support while they develop and start their business. Click HERE for more information.

In the City of Hamilton, all business services are now located on the first floor of Hamilton City Hall (71 Main Street West). The “One-Stop for Businesses” offers three key services:

• Small Business Assistance delivered by the Small Business Enterprise Centre
• Planning Application Assistance
• Business Licensing

For more information, visit the Hamilton Economic Devlopment site by clicking on the Hamilton logo below.

In Brantford, the community organization Enterprise Brant, provides financial and consulting services to local businesses with a goal of creating jobs in Brantford-Brant. Click Brantford logo below to access site.