Empowering entrepreneurs to launch, build and thrive!
Looking for guidance in overcoming today’s business challenges? As your Ontario Small Business COVID-19 Recovery Network, we’re here for you.
Covid Recovery Network
Help to keep your business operating
Our network provides no-charge access to Expert Advisors from virtually all business sectors through our 54 Ontario centres. We are here for entrepreneurs at all stages of their business journey — from those with an idea and a dream, to those with a mature business looking to adapt and move forward.
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Events & Workshops
3k+ events & workshops held annually
GRowing a Business
Where are you on your business journey?
Creating, sustaining and growing a business is an incredible journey, full of both challenges and successes. Our Expert Advisors can provide valuable guidance and insights, as well as equip you with the tools and knowledge needed to achieve your business goals.
Learn The Basics
I Have An Idea
Every business begins with an idea. But does your idea have real potential? Do you have what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur? We can help you work through these important questions, as well as the legal requirements and practical steps involved in launching a new business.
Sustainability Strategies
I’ve Launched A Start-Up
You’ve launched your idea and are now officially in business. This is an exciting time, but not without challenges! Our Expert Advisors can help with preparing an action plan, equipping you with resources and tools to ensure your start-up is sustainable and positioned for growth.
Business Growth Planning
I’m Ready To Grow
Your business is now past the start-up phase and you are thinking about launching into new areas, adding employees, improving business processes, as well as building up your skills and knowledge. Our Expert Advisors and programs will empower you to take your business to new heights!
Testimonials
What our clients say.
My business has grown so much in a short period of time.
The meetings with my advisors have been incredible and eye-opening experiences. It has been both positive and a little overwhelming to realize my business has grown so much in such a short period of time that I needed to consider incorporating, adding employees and a payroll system. It was really beneficial for me to see it from an outside point of view and to receive helpful guidance on the next steps.
The support, especially financial planning and marketing, was priceless.
The Business & Entrepreneurship Centre Northumberland helped me tremendously with my planning. I approached them a year before I was set to launch my business – the advisors invited me to many business seminars that were instrumental in helping me plan for a successful business. I came to the table without a formal business background, and the support I received, especially financial planning and marketing, was priceless in helping me plan my business.
New client leads, networking, expert business advice and training.
Participating in the Women’s Entrepreneurship Program through the Business & Entrepreneurship Centre Northumberland (BECN) made it possible to take the leap into self-employment. The expert advice, business resources and workshops provided got me and up and running much faster than I could ever have done on my own. My business is now a year old and the support from the BECN continues with new client leads, networking opportunities, expert business advice and training opportunities.
