Vaughan Business Economic Development wants to help new and existing business owners

New and existing business owners are welcome to the latest resources and tools for business planning through Vaughan’s Business and Entrepreneurship Centre (VBEC).

Yorkregion.com
Jan. 27, 2023
Brian Capitao

The Vaughan Business and Entrepreneurship Centre (VBEC) is once again setting up shop.
Expert business advisers from VBEC are lending their ears for one-on-one consultations at Vaughan City Hall at 2141 Major Mackenzie Dr., Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., for business owners.
City council also recently put forth a members’ resolution to further strengthen the mission of the Starter Company Plus Program by holding in-person information sessions across Vaughan.
The sessions will take place from 1 to 5 p.m. at the following locations through May:

• Father E. Bulfon Community Centre, Room 1: Friday, Jan. 27.
• Vellore Village Community Centre, Room 2: Wednesday, Feb. 22.
• Pierre Berton Heritage Centre: Monday, March 20.
• North Thornhill Community Centre, Room B: Monday, April 17.
• Rosemount Community Centre, Room 3: Thursday, May 25.

Along with business consultations, the VBEC also provides:

• Business planning support, including marketing strategies, financial forecast and cash flow, and general business development.
• Information on the development process, regulations, zoning, licensing, permits, business registration and legal structure.
• End-to-end site selection support.
• Connections to funding sources, financing and grants.
• Connections to business professionals, organizations and resources from various levels of government.
• Research and business intelligence support.
• Business development and marketing support for tourism organizations.
• Business workshops, seminars, events, and network opportunities.

To learn more about the VBEC’s services, visit vaughanbusiness.ca, email ed@vaughan.ca, or call 905-832-8526.