Business support organizations 

You don't become an expert business manager overnight. Seeking the advice of peers, professional business counsellors and coaches can help you transition from new business owner to experienced entrepreneur.

Some financing organizations also offer networking, coaching, and other business support services. Visit our Grants and financing section for more information.

• Grants and financing

  Find out how to access money for your business.

• Contact the Canada Business Network

  The Canada Business Network has centres across the country that offer guidance, information and resources to help make your journey in business a successful one.

• Accredited Professionals

  Do you need professional help for your business? Access this national, online database of accountants, legal professionals, valuators and auditors.

• Business consultants

  Find business consultants, development organizations and specialists in the areas of exporting, financial services, human resources, marketing, and more.

Start-up and business development

Access a wide range of business support services that can guide you in starting or growing your business.

• Guest Advisor Program

  Get answers to your questions and discuss your business concerns with an expert.

• Alliance of Manitoba Sector Councils
  Applies only to: Manitoba

  Get information on business start-up and growth, networking, and training from the sector council that represents and promotes your industry.

• BDC Ask a professional

  Get free advice on monthly business topics from a BDC Consulting professional.

• BDC Consulting

  Find out how BDC's customized consulting services can help your business at all stages of development.

• Stu Clark Centre for Entrepreneurship — University of Manitoba
  Applies only to: Manitoba

  Is entrepreneurship your calling? Access small business courses, programs, and networking events through the Centre.

Networking and chambers of commerce

Find out about business opportunities and specific networking forums.

• Canadian chambers of commerce and boards of trade

  A strong community business network can benefit your company. Access your local chamber of commerce..

• Lambda Business and Professional Association of Manitoba
  Applies only to: Manitoba

  If your business caters to gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender customers, you could benefit from these business services.

• Manitoba Aboriginal Chamber of Commerce
  Applies only to: Manitoba

  As an Aboriginal entrepreneur, you have access to networking opportunities, seminars, events, membership discounts, a chamber directory and a business centre.

• Manitoba Chambers of Commerce
  Applies only to: Manitoba

  Find out how the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce can help grow your business.

• Purchasing Management Association of Canada

  Learn how to better manage your supply chain by signing up for seminars, webinars, introductory training or a full-scale accreditation program.

• Rural Opportunities Network

  Explore business ideas, promote yourself, and connect with other Canadians engaged in the sustainable use of natural resources.

• WEConnect Canada Certification

  Find out how your company can be certified as a Women Business Enterprise to increase your access to contract opportunities in Canada and abroad.

Coaching, mentoring and training

Connect with experienced business advisors who can help you develop your skills and achieve your business goals. 

• Aboriginal Business Mentorship Program

  As an Aboriginal business owner and a member of the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business, you could get a mentor to help you develop your skills.

• Business Services — Economic Development Council for Manitoba Bilingual Municipalities
  Applies only to: Manitoba

  Access a wide range of services to business in French. Tap into expertise to create or grow your business.

• Canadian Executive Service Organization — Aboriginal services

  You can get help from volunteers to develop and grow your aboriginal business.

• Canadian Women in Communications

  Are you a woman entrepreneur in the communications sector who is looking for mentorship or guidance? Find out how leadership development and mentoring services can help you achieve your business goals.

• Community Futures Development Corporations — Western Canada
  Applies only to: Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan

  If you live in a rural region of Western Canada and want to start or grow your business, you can get business counseling and training in your area.

• Manitoba Marketing Network Business Mentoring Program
  Applies only to: Manitoba

  Find out how this valuable business-to-business mentorship program can help you evolve your business.

• Marketing Booster Program

  Find out how to market your small business and get up to 40 hours of individual business coaching when you participate in these interactive marketing workshops.

• SEED Winnipeg Inc.
  Applies only to: Manitoba

  Are you looking to grow your economic vitality? Get business management training, individual consultations, access to small business loans, and more.

• Volunteer Manitoba
  Applies only to: Manitoba

  Does your small business work with volunteers, or operate in the voluntary or non-profit sector? Access training, information and other resources that can help.

• Winnipeg Entrepreneur eXchange
  Applies only to: Manitoba

  Share, learn and network with like-minded entrepreneurs and small business supporters. Access programs and events and fill your business toolkit.

• Women's Enterprise Centre
  Applies only to: Manitoba

  Are you a woman entrepreneur looking to start, expand or purchase a business? Find out how this organization can help you improve your business skills and acquire financing.

Industry sector resources

Learn about organizations that offer support services to businesses in your industry.

• Arts and Cultural Industries Association of Manitoba Inc.
  Applies only to: Manitoba

  Are you an artist entrepreneur or is your business in the creative sector? Find out how this association can help you.

• Canadian Women in Communications

  Are you a woman entrepreneur in the communications sector who is looking for mentorship or guidance? Find out how leadership development and mentoring services can help you achieve your business goals.

• Manitoba Irrigation Development Program
  Applies only to: Manitoba

  Access support and liaison services to help you meet market demands for irrigated crop production.

• Manitoba Management Plus Program
  Applies only to: Manitoba

  If you are a farmer, you can access user-friendly crop production and management information to improve on-farm decision-making.

• Industry Consulting Services
  Applies only to: Manitoba

  Would your established manufacturing or processing business benefit from one-on-one consulting?