One Stop Business Registry Service (OSBR)

Before you register a new business in BC, the first step is obtaining name approval. S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Business & Economic Development is one of the designated kiosks for your business name search and approval.

• Business Name Request Application
• Business Registration Application ( includes sole proprietorship registration and limited company incorporating)
• Application for Business Number Accounts (includes GST, Payroll Deductions, Import/Export Number and Employer Registration with Workers Compensation Board)

  
  PDF: One-Stop Business Registration Package

 Business Consultation

• General Business Information on Business Start-up
• Company Registration
• Marketing Strategies and Research
• Home-based Business
• Business Loan Facilitation
• Other Business Considerations

 
For assistance in business start-up, registration and feasibility review, please contact: 604-639-5585 or email: ping.lu@success.bc.ca

Business Mentorship Program

Starting and expanding your business is exciting and challenging but sometimes difficult. Having mentoring support from an experienced business person can be a great help. If you encountered difficulties in the areas of business plan development, financing, import & export or marketing & sales, etc., consider joining the mentorship program, to:

• Receive 3 hours of one-on-one mentoring service during a 3 month period;
• Obtain guidance from a volunteer mentor who possesses experience and skills in the area of interest;
• Gain knowledge of Canadian business culture and practices;
• Acquire on-going support from S.U.C.C.E.S.S. with related services;
• Develop business contacts and networks.

  
 PDF: Mentorship Program Client Needs Assessment Form