Stittsville Business Association

Government Resources

Ontario Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade
Provides resources for business growth, investment opportunities, and job creation.
ServiceOntario
Offers a wide range of services for businesses, including registration, licensing, and permits.
Government of Canada – Business and Industry
Federal resources for starting and running a business, including funding programs and regulatory information.
Invest Ottawa
Supports local businesses with programs, resources, and services for entrepreneurship and innovation.
Ottawa Public Health – Workplace Health
Provides resources for maintaining a healthy and safe work environment.

Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC)
Offers financing, advisory services, and capital for small and medium-sized businesses.
Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC)
Provides advocacy, networking opportunities, and business services.
Export Development Canada (EDC)
Supports businesses in exporting goods and services with financial solutions and market knowledge.

Ottawa Board of Trade
Provides networking opportunities, events, and advocacy for local businesses.
Ontario Small Business Network (OSBN)
A network offering resources, support, and networking opportunities for small businesses in Ontario.
Women’s Business Network of Ottawa
Supports women entrepreneurs through networking, professional development, and mentoring.

Startup Ottawa
A community for entrepreneurs offering mentorship, resources, and networking opportunities.
Invest Ottawa
Provides programs and services to help you launch, grow and scale your business.
Futurpreneur Canada
Provides financing, mentorship, and support tools for young entrepreneurs.
Ontario Centres of Excellence (OCE)
Connects entrepreneurs with resources, funding, and networks to drive innovation.

Stittsville Central
Community news and resources for businesses and residents in Stittsville.
Stittsville Village Association
Local association supporting community development.
Stittsville City Councillor Glen Gower
Local councillor providing support and resources for businesses and residents in Stittsville.
Stittsville Community Voice Newspaper
Local newspaper providing news, events, and information relevant to Stittsville residents and businesses. Advertising opportunity that’s local to Stittsville.

Algonquin College – Corporate Training
Offers customized training solutions for businesses to enhance employee skills and productivity.
Ottawa Public Library – Business Services
Provides access to business databases, market research, and other entrepreneurial resources.
Canada-Ontario Job Grant
Provides funding to employers to invest in training for their employees.

Ontario Business Registry
For registering and maintaining your business in Ontario.
Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) – Business Services
Information on taxes, GST/HST, payroll, and other business-related services.

Digital Main Street
Provides support for businesses looking to improve their digital presence and e-commerce capabilities.
FedDev Ontario
Offers funding, business support, and services to foster innovation and growth in Southern Ontario.
Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB)
Advocates for small and medium-sized businesses, offering resources and support.
Ontario Living Wage Network
Provides information and resources about living wage calculations and certifications in Ontario.
Ottawa Fire Services
If you own a brick-and-mortar business, help Ottawa Fire Services be prepared for an emergency at your location by developing a “pre-plan.” With this free service, they visit your building for approximately one hour, and create a map of all important features that they would need to know about in an emergency. This includes, gas shutoff valves, electrical, exits, key holders, and more. To set up your appointment, simply send an email to FireEducation@ottawa.ca.