Acadia Centre for Social and Business Entrepreneurship
The Acadia Centre for Social and Business Entrepreneurship (ACSBE) provides counseling services, training programs, workshops, and research & other consulting services in the pre-start-up and start-up segments of the business growth cycle. Programming is offered to students of Acadia University and to individuals and groups in the central southwest region of Nova Scotia, primarily Kings, Hants and Lunenburg counties.
For more information, please contact:
Acadia Centre for Social and Business Entrepreneurship
Suite 108, Gateway Plaza
215 Dominion Street
Bridgewater, Nova Scotia
B4V 2K7
Telephone: 902-543-1067
Fax: 902-543-7042
Toll-free (information): 1-877-232-2723
E-mail: acsbecrc@bwr.eastlink.ca
Web site:
http://acsbe.acadiau.ca
35 Webster Street
Kentville, Nova Scotia B4N 1H4
Telephone: 902-678-2298
Fax: 902-678-2324
E-mail: acsbe@acadiau.ca
Web site: http://acsbe.acadiau.ca
Acadia Centre for Social and Business Entrepreneurship
Acadia University
38 Crowell Drive
Willett House
Wolfville, Nova Scotia B4P 2R6
Telephone: 902-585-1180
Fax: 902-585-1057
E-mail: acsbe@acadiau.ca
Web site: http://acsbe.acadiau.ca
Advancing Canadian Entrepreneurship
Advancing Canadian Entrepreneurship (ACE) is a non-profit organization dedicated to teaching young Canadians about creating a brighter future for themselves and their communities. In partnership with businesses and post-secondary institutions, ACE delivers two programs on forty-nine university and college campuses across Canada. One program, Students in Free Enterprise, is team-based, while the other, Student Entrepreneur, is individual. Nova Scotia campuses where ACE programs are delivered include Acadia University, Dalhousie University, St. Francis Xavier University, Saint Mary’s University, and the Université Sainte-Anne.
For more information, please contact:
Advancing Canadian Entrepreneurship
Suite 1302
100 Adelaide Street West
Toronto, Ontario
M5H 1S3
Telephone: 1-800-766-8169
Fax: 416-864-0514
E-mail: info@acecanada.ca
Web site:
http://www.acecanada.ca
Canadian Foundation for Economic Education
The Canadian Foundation for Economic Education (CFEE) aims to identify and help impart the fundamental concepts of economics, enterprise, entrepreneurship, and personal finance that must be factored into the decisions and actions we face in our day-to-day lives. CFEE develops school curriculums and helps teachers improve their knowledge and teaching techniques, as well as producing print and multimedia resources for use in classrooms across the country. The CFEE works at all levels of learning, from elementary to college to the general public.
For more information, please contact:
Canadian Foundation for Economic Education
Suite 201
110 Eglinton Avenue West
Toronto, Ontario
M4R 1A3
Telephone: 416-968-2236
Fax: 416-968-0488
Toll-free (information): 1-888-570-7610
Web site:
http://www.cfee.org/en/
Canadian Youth Business Foundation
The Canadian Youth Business Foundation (CYBF) is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping enterprising young people achieve their business dreams. Assisting young entrepreneurs in getting their ideas off the ground, CYBF offers programs and services that allow them to achieve economic independence, develop self-confidence, and fulfill their goals of self-employment. Services offered include mentoring, financing and business resources.
For more information, please contact:
Canadian Youth Business Foundation
Suite 1410
100 Adelaide Street West
Toronto, Ontario
M5H 1S3
Fax: 1-877-408-3234
Toll-free (information): 1-800-464-2923
E-mail: info@cybf.ca
Web site:
http://cybf.ca/contact-us/
Cape Breton YMCA Entrepreneur Centre
The Cape Breton YMCA Entrepreneur Centre offers entrepreneurial training in the form of the Business Plan Development Program. Clients of the program learn how to recognize business opportunities, do market research, study the competition and do financial planning. The Centre assists clients in preparing their own business by taking them through the various phases of developing a business plan.
For more information, please contact:
Cape Breton YMCA Entrepreneur Centre
106 Reserve Street
Glace Bay
B1A 4W5
Telephone: 902-849-1794
Fax: 902-849-5042
Toll-free (information): 1-877-636-5655
E-mail: smallbusiness@cbymca.com
Web site:
http://www.cbymca.com/
Centre for Entrepreneurship Education and Development
The Centre for Entrepreneurship Education and Development (CEED) focuses on providing guidance and support to the wide range of people it feels would enjoy running their own business. CEED provides entrepreneurship education through professional development training given to educators and service providers; resources and educational materials designed to support the learning of youth in schools; and innovative school initiatives and programs created to positively impact the educational experiences of students.
For more information, please contact:
Centre for Entrepreneurship Education and Development
Suite 107, Tower 1, Box 196
Halifax Shopping Centre
7001 Mumford Road
Halifax, Nova Scotia
B3L 2H8
Telephone: 902-421-2333
Fax: 902-482-0291
Toll-free (information): 1-800-590-8481
E-mail: info@ceed.info
Web site:
http://www.ceed.info/
Hours of operation: Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Entrepreneurial Skills Program
The Centre for Entrepreneurship Education and Development (CEED), in conjunction with Dalhousie University and Mount Saint Vincent University, offers a certificate program designed to enhance the entrepreneurial opportunities available to all students within the participating universities. Through the Entrepreneurial Skills Program (ESP), students in any faculty have an opportunity to combine the ESP certificate with their regular degree program.
Students will be provided with individualized support as they go through the program. This support will be based on CEED’s approach to entrepreneurship education that includes mentoring, experiential activities, planning, peer-group work, and specific knowledge.
For more information, please contact:
Ed
Leach
Site Coordinator, Entrepreneurial Skills Program
Dalhousie University
Kenneth C. Rowe Management Building
6100 University Avenue
Halifax, Nova Scotia
B3H 3J5
Telephone: (902) 494-1816
Fax: (902) 494-1107
E-mail: Ed.Leach@dal.ca
Web site:
http://www.planetentrepreneur.com/esp/index.php
Immigrant Business Development Services
The Metropolitan Immigrant Settlement Society (MISA) offers several programs designed to help newcomers adapt to living in Canada and enter the business climate, including Immigrant Business Development Services (IBDS).
IBDS gives participants the information, contacts and confidence newcomers need to establish and maintain a business in Nova Scotia. They provide a range of services for clients at difference stages of business development. These include: individual information and referral, workshops and seminars, and opportunities to connect with the business community in Halifax.
MISA can help clients in the following areas:
- Get settled and get to know the community
- Know their English language level and enroll in ESL School
- Manage crisis situations
- Find language, professional development and other kinds of training
- Prepare for the job market
- Relate with government and other organizations
- Enter the job market or start a business
- Adapt, integrate, and participate in their community
- Find other relevant and helpful services
For more information, please contact:
Metropolitan Immigrant Settlement Association
Suite 201
7105 Chebucto Road
Chebucto Place
Halifax, Nova Scotia
B3L 4W8
Telephone: (902) 423-3607
Fax: (902) 423-3154
E-mail: info@misa.ns.ca
Web site:
http://www.misa.ns.ca
Maritime Business College
Maritime Business college offers a 42-week Small Business Entrepreneur Program each September based on the precept that those with the desire to make their own way in life are more likely to succeed if they possess basic skills that diminish risk and compliment the entrepreneurial spirit. Accounting and taxation, computer knowledge, small business development and management, marketing concepts, sales techniques, and the preparation of a business plan complete the primary ingredients in this program.
For more information, please contact:
Maritime Business College
6270 Quinpool Road
Halifax, Nova Scotia
B3L 1A3
Telephone: (902) 423-6516
Fax: (902) 453-6516
Toll-free (information): 1-800-550-6516
E-mail: Admissions@maritimebusinesscollege.ca
Web site:
http://www.maritimebusinesscollege.ca/
Maritime Business College
145 Ochterloney Street
Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
B2Y 1C9
Telephone: (902) 463-6516
Fax: (902) 469-4433
Toll-free (information): 1-800-550-6516
E-mail: Admissions@maritimebusinesscollege.ca
Web site:
http://www.maritimebusinesscollege.ca/
Mount Saint Vincent University - Centre for Women in Business
The Centre for Women in Business at Mount Saint Vincent University offers training such as seminars, workshops, and programs focused on skills required to start and successfully operate a small business. One such session is: "Exploring Your Entrepreneurial Potential".
For more information, please contact:
Centre for Women in Business
The Meadows, 2nd Floor
Mount Saint Vincent University
166 Bedford Highway
Halifax, Nova Scotia
B3M 2J6
Telephone: 902-457-6449
Fax: 902-443-4687
Toll-free (information): 1-888-776-9022
E-mail: cwb@msvu.ca
Web site:
http://www.msvu.ca/cwb/index.asp
Open for Business
OFB, a project of the Centre for Entrepreneurship Education and Development (CEED), helps individuals discover, develop, and fine-tune their business skills, or take that great idea and turn it into a successful entrepreneurial venture. Meet one-on-one with a Business Advisor to discuss your idea, figure out next steps, and get advice on your business plan. Register for OFB’s free 'Getting Started' workshop, or check out the online events calendar.
OFB offers entrepreneurs:
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Access to one-on-one entrepreneurial advice;
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Opportunities to network with young entrepreneurs;
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Workshops and seminars;
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Referrals to a wealth of resources within your community;
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Free Internet access for business ideas and opportunities; and
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Use of small business software.
For more information, please contact:
Open For Business
Suite 107, Tower 1
Halifax Shopping Centre
7001 Mumford Road
Halifax, Nova Scotia
B3L 2H8
Telephone: 902-482-0297
Fax: 902-482-0291
Toll-free (information): 1-800-590-8481
E-mail: ofbhalifax@ceed.info
Web site:
http://www.ofbnetwork.com/
Open For Business
63 Minimall Dr.
P.O. Box 7071
Eskasoni, Nova Scotia
B1W 1A1
Telephone: 902-379-2705
Fax: 902-379-2411
Web site:
http://www.ofbnetwork.com/
Saint Mary's University Business Development Centre
The Saint Mary’s University Business Development Centre (SMUBDC) strives to help people realize their entrepreneurial potential. The Centre believes that entrepreneurship is about creativity and passion, leadership and motivation, and the fulfillment of dreams.
The Centre serves the public, private, and not-for-profit sectors offering professional Business Consulting Services, Business Skills Development, Entrepreneurship Development, Customized Training Programs, Conferences, Workshops, and Seminars. Initial consultations are free.
For more information, please contact:
Saint Mary’s University Business Development Centre
Barrington Gate
1546 Barrington Street
Halifax, Nova Scotia
B3J 3X7
Telephone: 902-429-2992
Fax: 902-429-0330
E-mail: smubdc@smu.ca
Web site:
http://www.smu.ca/partners/smubdc/htmls/index.html
Hours of operation: September 1st to May 31st 9:00am - 5:00pm, June 1st to August 31st 9:00am - 4:30pm
St. Francis Xavier University Enterprise Development Centre
The XEDC offers a wide variety of business skill building workshops and courses, varying in length, content and cost. Training packages include "tried and true" short courses and workshops, sector specific courses and customized training for business owners with unique training requirements. As part of the Alliance of UBDC's, the XEDC can access a wide variety of training courses and workshops, many offered in both official languages.
For more information, please contact:
Enterprise Development Centre
St. Francis Xavier University
54 St. Mary’s Street
Antigonish, Nova Scotia
B2G 2A5
Telephone: (902) 867-5543
Fax: (902) 867-2244
E-mail: xedc@stfx.ca
Web site:
http://www.xedc.ca/
Université Sainte Anne - Centre d'aide en affaires et en entrepreneuriat
The Centre d’aide en affaires et en entrepreneuriat (CAAE) at Université Sainte-Anne is funded by Université Sainte Anne in conjunction with Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency and Human Resources and Skills Development Canada. This centre provides business counselling to small and medium-sized businesses in South-West Nova Scotia, while providing university students with practical application of acquired theory. S.O.S. Relève is a French-language online program of courses designed to help you plan the future of your business : www.sosreleve.ca.
For more information, please contact:
Centre d’aide en affaires et en entrepreneuriat
Université Sainte-Anne
1649 Hwy 1
Church Point, Nova Scotia
B0W 1M0
Telephone: 902-769-3265
Fax: 902-769-0163
Toll-free (information): 1-888-575-0550
E-mail: caae@cdene.ns.ca
Web site:
http://www.cdene.ns.ca/CAAE/CAAEEnglish/tabid/419/Default.aspx
Hours of operation: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Monday to Friday