Newcomer Entrepreneurs

If you’re new to Canada and want to start your own business, Canada Business Ontario (CBO) can help. Whether you come to Canada as a business immigrant, foreign investor, or self-employed person, Canada Business Ontario has a variety of resources to help you plan or start your business including:

Start-Up Info-Guide for Newcomers to Canada

You can learn about government resources for immigrant entrepreneurs in Ontario starting a business.

CYBF Newcomer Entrepreneur Program

Recent immigrants between the ages of 18 and 39 years old can apply for money to start a business.

A Guide to Programs and Services for Newcomers to Ontario

If you or one of your employees has acquired business skills, training or qualifications outside of Canada, this guide can help you get them recognized in Ontario.

Opportunities Ontario: Employers

Get help recruiting skilled foreign workers and international students for your business.

Business Immigration Program

Find out if you can immigrate as an entrepreneur or self-employed individual.

Ethnic Diversity and Immigration

Browse statistical resources on ethnic groups, visible minorities, the Canadian-born population, immigrants and non-permanent residents.

In addition to being available in English and French, many documents are also offered in 12 other languages, including:

• Arabic
• Italian
• Russian
• Chinese - Simplified
• Korean
• Spanish
• Chinese - Traditional
• Polish
• Tagalog
• Farsi
• Punjabi
• Urdu

For more information on starting a business as a newcomer to Canada, contact Canada Business Ontario today. Telephone services are available in English or French.