Starting

This list of instructions is a basic guideline intended to help you get started with your small business.

If you require any clarification on the information, or for information on the rules and regulations that apply to your specific business, please contact the Chatham-Kent Small Business Centre.

You can click through this guide step-by-step or directly to the topic of interest to you.

Step One: Business Planning

Step Two: Forms of Business

Step Three: Business Registration

Step Four: Incorporation

Step Five: Licensing

Step Six: Taxes

Step Seven: Financing

Step Eight: Keeping Records

Step Nine: Start-Up Checklist

A print version of this information is available for download at right or as part of our free Start-Up Package available from the Chatham-Kent Small Business Centre Office.