Monthly Archives: March 2016

Partnership considerations and the three partnership structures

When clients visit the SBEC, a common topic that comes up as a starting point is the various types of business structures. Another layer can be added to this question when discussing partnerships and the different types of partnership business … Continue reading

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Developing a business idea: The importance of putting thoughts on paper

Taking a business idea and turning it into reality can be a complicated task. When you are first starting to develop your idea, try putting your thoughts on paper. The Halton Small business Centre has developed a worksheet to help … Continue reading

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The Halton Region Small Business Centre celebrates International Women’s Day

International Women’s Day was Tuesday, March 8, 2016.  The Halton Region Small Business Centre celebrated by hosting an event on Wednesday, March 9, specifically directed to female entrepreneurs. Connect, Teach, Inspire, the 2016 theme for our event, encouraged participants to … Continue reading

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Welcome to the week of International Women’s Day!

Women in entrepreneurship make important contributions to our business community and the economy. Just more than half (52%) of the Small Business Centre’s clients are female. Profit magazine’s W100 list identifies and inspiring list of 100 women running companies with … Continue reading

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Tax time: A perfect time to review financial performance

Every year, small businesses must report income and expenses to determine tax liability to the Canada Revenue Agency. It is not uncommon  for a business owner to focus on the task at hand (reporting deadlines) to avoid late penalties, concentrating … Continue reading

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