Business Opportunities & Investing

Canada is consistently ranked as one of the best countries in the G7 to invest and do business. If you are looking to bring an existing business to Canada, start a new business, buy a franchise or invest your resources, there are many services and programs that can help.

Invest in Canada offers information and comparative data for international business operations moving into Canada. Business Immigration Ontario provides assistance for newcomers who have a background in business and the financial assets to get established in Ontario.

The Canada Business website offers information on starting a business of any kind in Canada. Whether you are thinking of a sole proprietorship, corporation, partnership or franchise, this is a good place to start your research.

The London Small Business Centre is a great resource for newcomers who want to start a business in London and Middlesex County. If you are interested in operating a franchise, Be the Boss and Canadian Franchise Enterprise magazine provide resources and listings of available opportunities. The London Chamber of Commerce and the Strathroy and District Chamber of Commerce are good places to meet other business people and potential investors.

London is also a world leader in business education. The Ivey School of Business, located at The University of Western Ontario, offers the second-highest ranked MBA program in North America and Europe by Business Week Magazine.

For newcomers looking for investment opportunities, Canada offers the most favourable research and development tax incentives in the G7. As a centre for international research in numerous disciplines, our region provides excellent opportunities. Facilities like the London Health Sciences Centre, the Robarts Research Institute and the University of Western Ontario are all internationally recognized research leaders who are active in the medical, bio- and computer technology sectors.

Learn More:

City of London Business Support and Economic Development - business resources on by-laws, information permits and licenses

London Economic Development Corporation

Good Move London

Middlesex County Planning and Economic Development - economic information and services

Doing Business in Ontario

Industry Canada: Business - Canadian government site with info on business licenses and legislation