Ministry of Jobs, Tourism and Innovation
Guides and Publications
The following guides and publications are available to assist with your business venture:
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Guides:
- Starting a Small Business Guide - 2011
Provides information and resources useful to anyone considering starting a small business in the province.
For translated versions, click here.
- British Columbia Import Export Guide - 2011
Key resource to incorporate exporting and importing into your business.
For translated versions, click here.
- A Guide to Doing Business with the Government of British Columbia
This guide provides you with information on the purchasing and bid process for doing business with the Government of British Columbia.
- Small Business BC Overview of Government Financing
An overview of financial assistance programs and services for small business. Both federal and provincial programs are listed.
Reports:
- Small Business Profile - 2011
This document is updated yearly, and tracks small business growth and development in British Columbia.
To view in French, click here.
To view copies of past reports, click here.
- Small Business Profile Highlights - 2011
An at-a-glance overview of the key information from the Small Business Profile.
To view in French, click here
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