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Expand your business expertise with our practical advice

Getting the right advice at the right time can be a game-changer for your business. Here are some tips to help you achieve your goals throughout your entrepreneurial journey.

Launch your business with confidence

It takes a certain boldness to start a business, but it’s normal to not know everything right off the bat. That’s why we’ve compiled articles that can offer some insight on how to take the first steps into the world of entrepreneurship:

How to start your business in 7 steps

Business succession: taking over the family business

Buying a franchise: What you need to know

Incorporating a business in Canada in 7 steps

Manage your day-to-day operations

Your business is finally hitting its stride, but now you’re looking to pick up the pace. Trying to increase your working capital? Invoice factoring may be an option. Trying to recruit top talent? A strong corporate culture can go a long way. Here are some more tips:

Business cybersecurity: protect yourself from attacks

VRSP or group RRSP: which pension plan is right for your business?

Holding company: is it the right option for you?

What are financial statements?

Keep your business growth on track

Are you looking to expand your business? You could consider increasing your market share or launching new services. Browse our articles to plan for the future:

Strategic planning in 5 steps

Rethinking your business model: where to start?

Working capital: a precious tool for businesses to lean on

Business innovation: how to create a winning strategy

Plus sur la croissance

Our “A Day in the Life of an Entrepreneur” series

Novafor Equipment

Sophie Robitaille, co-founder of Novafor Equipment, speaks about the challenges of adjusting to the rapid growth of a business.

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Prepare the transfer of your business

A business transfer is an important — and emotional — financial decision. Taking the time to plan every detail and being ready 5 years in advance can contribute to everything going as smoothly as possible.

Business transfer: a 7-step guide

Business transfers: what to consider before you sell your business

Manage your farm sale or transfer

Management buyout: how to identify successors within your business

Explore our business tools for financial management

My Business Model^®

Bring your business ideas to life with this tool that can help you think strategically and facilitate teamwork and the exchange of ideas.

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Directory of resources

Find essential information to help you conduct market research, choose your legal status, finance your business, and more.

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Thought Leadership and economic analyses: valuable business resources

Thought Leadership

Get in-depth insight from passionate leaders and experts who keep their eyes and ears open to identify trends across various areas, including innovation, diversity, and estate planning.

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Economic Impact

Each month, our Chief Economist Stéfane Marion dives into the latest financial news to inform your business decisions. Learn about interest rate changes, the job market, stock market, geopolitical climate, and more.

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Economic analysis

Financial news can have a direct impact on your business. That’s why we provide studies on the GDP, stock market, economy, real estate, retail sales, and more.

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