Although the doors at the Muskoka Small Business Centre remain closed due to COVID-19, and we are undergoing resulting re-structuring, we remain committed to serving you through our Online Toolbox and referrals to our Team of Mentors and Community Partners. We encourage you to seek assistance for your new or growing business by contacting Fed Dev Ontario – Small Business Servicesonline or by calling 1-888-576-4444.

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Programs

Core Program

The Muskoka Small Business Centre helps our clients start, succeed or grow through confidential one-on-one business consultations, workshops and e-learning, conferences and referrals to other business partners and resources. Our consultants can help you at any stage of your business development from registering your business to managing growth.

Growth Wheel Consulting

The Growth Wheel is an online tool for working with our clients on an ongoing basis, providing consulting on a monthly or as needed basis. This program includes consulting, coaching, tools and processes to help your business get to the next stage. Whether you are a start-up or a well-established business, our Growth Wheel Certified Consultant is committed to supporting your business success.

Student Opportunities

Summer Company Program

Get hands-on coaching, mentorship and the opportunity to receive up to $3,000 in funding for your summer business! If you’re a student between the ages of 15-29, you may be eligible to apply to the Summer Company program.

Applications for Summer 2024 are now closed. Please keep an eye on this page in January 2025 to apply for Summer 2025.

Follow us on socials to learn when applications are open! Instagram: muskokasmallbiz / Facebook: Muskoka Small Business Centre

The Summer Company program is funded by:

More information on program guidelines can be found here.

Opportunities for
Business Owners & Entrepreneurs

Starter Company Plus Program

The Starter Company Plus program gives business owners and entrepreneurs a comprehensive program of training, mentorship and funding opportunities to start or grow an existing business. You could be eligible to receive a grant of up to $5,000!

Applications are now open for Starter Company Plus 2024-25! Use the button below to learn more and apply by (extended deadline) August 23rd, 2024.

The Starter Company Plus program  is funded by: