As well, you'll learn what government assistance, programs and services may be available to you. Programs of support also include business loans, like the Community Business Loan Program vital kick-start for the creation and expansion of small businesses and the Youth Entrepreneurial Skills, or YES program, to develop new entrepreneurs. A visit or call to your Business Service Centre will get you started in the right direction and may help you avoid costly mistakes. Discuss your business plans and keep in touch as your ideas develop. Staff at the centres work with specialists in government and business to help Nova Scotians find the right contacts quickly and easily.
Some partners have offices on site, others meet with clients at the centre by appointment.
An increasing amount of information is available from electronic databases. Access Nova Scotia is a valuable resource when researching a business concept and starting a business. Profitable control of your own future may not be as distant a dream as you think, and we're here to help.