Start or grow your business in Vaughan!

Sept. 16, 2022 1:00 p.m.
City of Vaughan
​In-person business consultations are available


Are you looking for additional support to start or grow your business? The City of Vaughan’s Vaughan Business and Entrepreneurship Centre (VBEC) is a one-stop-shop for new and existing business owners – like you – to access the tools and resources needed to start or grow in Vaughan.

Expert business advisors from the VBEC are available for in-person consultations at Vaughan City Hall (located at 2141 Major Mackenzie Dr.), Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. When you arrive for your consultation, you will check in with one of the City’s customer service representatives located on the main floor, who will notify the on-site business advisor of your arrival.

You can also come for in-person consultations on a walk-in basis twice a week at the following locations:

  • North Thornhill Community Centre (located at 300 Pleasant Ridge Ave.) on Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Rosemount Community Centre (located at 1000 New Westminster Dr.) on Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

There will be signage directing you to a business advisory station at each location.

In addition to business consultations, the VBEC provides a robust list of services for entrepreneurs, including:

  • business planning support, including marketing strategies, financial forecast and cash flow, and general business development.
  • information on the development process, regulations, zoning, licensing, permits, business registration and legal structure.
  • end-to-end site selection support.
  • connections to funding sources, financing and grants.
  • connections to business professionals, organizations and resources from various levels of government.
  • research and business intelligence support.
  • business development and marketing support for tourism organizations.
  • business workshops, seminars, events and networking opportunities.

To learn more about the VBEC’s services or connect with a business advisor, visit vaughanbusiness.ca, email ed@vaughan.ca or call 905-832-8526.

To keep up with the City’s newest business resources and initiatives, sign up for the Economic Development department’s eNewsletter at vaughanbusiness.ca/enewsletters.

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