Is it possible to start a business for free?

Name: Small Business Startup Portal
Brand: CanadaStartups.org
SKU: 122803122803
Price: 521 CAD
Availability: LimitedAvailability
Rating: 4.9 (728 reviews)

Starting a business in Canada with no money is challenging but possible, especially in the digital or service sectors. Utilize free resources for market research, leverage social media for marketing, offer services based on skills you already possess, and operate from home to save on overhead costs. However, some unavoidable costs, like registration and legal fees, may apply.

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$27,900 Government Grant To Hire Staff

Hamilton, Ontario

"Take advantage of the government grants for hiring and hire the staff to help. You pay into takes each year so take advantage and benefit from the funding available" - Read my story

$19,500 Government Funding for a Painting Company in Ontario

Oakville, ON

"Get your business plan done as the first step. Be sure that your plan clearly outlines your funding needs and your plan for success. Then apply for funding." - Read my story

$17,300 Government Loan To Help Business Startup

Ottawa, ON

"Funding is available but you have to know where to look, you have to have a business plan and if you have a proven model this is your best tool to use to get you the funding." - Read my story

$92,300 in Government Funding for Construction Company

Hamilton, ON

"Well all I can say is if you need funding, look for it. Be active and proactive about it. Don't just sit on the idea that you need it but go and do it." - Read my story

$24,500 Government Funding For Daycare Facility

Edmonton, AB

"Having knowledge in your industry is what will keep you motivated, and having expert guidance along the way doesn't hurt one bit. We benefited from government funding greatly and it's all thanks to CanadaStartups.org." - Read my story

$76,750 Government Funding For Junk Removal Company

Saskatoon, SK

"Your business plan is very important to the success of your business. Everyone looks at this! Be sure to have your idea on paper and to show how you will make money." - Read my story

2018 Government Funding Success Story Interview

Vancouver, BC

"A business plan is the key to a successful business as well as the way to get government funding." - Read my story

Interview with a $75,485 Government Grant Recipient

Toronto, ON

"Perfect your business plan as it's in my option the number one thing small businesses need in order to attract and impress a funding agency." - Read my story

$17,500 Small Business Loan for Toronto Startup

Toronto, ON

"If you have a business idea, get a business plan made, don't waste time and start your funding search sooner rather then later." - Read my story

$32,750 Government Grant Helped Me Start My Business

Hamilton, Ontario

"Giving up is easy. Anybody can do it. If you need funding for your business do what it takes to get it. Banks can say no, but the government can be an option. It was for us" - Read my story

Oakville, ON Small Business Starts Up With $76,300 Government Grant

Oakville, ON

"Just focus on what you are good at, don't waste your time researching, get help from experts who have already done the work, such as CanadaStartups" - Read my story

Interview with a $138,000 Government Grant Recipient from Milton, Ontario

Milton, ON

"Have a support team with you and always start with a business plan as it will be the guide for your business. A business plan will take you on the path of success" - Read my story

$472,930 Low Interest Government Loan For Toronto Retailer

Toronto, ON

"Banks said no to due to my poor credit and business inexperience, but the government funding program had a different reaction to my well developed business plan" - Read my story

$21,315 Government Provided Loan For Doggy Day Care Business

Oakville, ON

"No matter your situation, if your plan is to start a small business - don't give up. Use tools and resources that are available all around you and don't be scare of a small investment" - Read my story

$83,588 In Government Funding and Training Support For Home Reno Company

Toronto, ON

"Remember, funding programs have deadlines so be sure to apply on time and follow the requirements as outlined by each funding program. They act as a guide to applying successfully." - Read my story

Toronto eCommerce Business Gets $78,932 in Government Funding Support

Toronto, ON

"Don't give up. If you have an idea, go and do it. Create your business plan, go present you idea to investors/government agencies and get what you want." - Read my story

Vancouver Software Developer Gets $12,390 in Private and Government Funding Support

Vancouver, BC

"The first step when you are looking for funding is to make sure you have a business plan. Because if you don't, every single funding program will refuse you" - Read my story

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