Nurturing, supporting great business ideas
TORONTO (February 27, 2012) – Toronto Public Library has partnered once again with the Toronto Business Development Centre (TBDC) and City of Toronto’s Economic Development & Culture Division (ECD) to deliver a business incubation program aptly named Business Inc. in its libraries. Business Inc. is aimed at helping entrepreneurs throughout the city develop powerful business plans so they can realize their dream of owning and operating their own business.
Built on the success of a pilot program launched last year, this nine-week program is returning this April. Business Inc. will help equip entrepreneurs with skills and knowledge required to run a successful business. Participants will gain a better understanding of the guiding principles required to launch their new business or to accelerate an early stage business.
Farishta Kakar was a participant in last year’s program and said: "The seminars taught me how to manage my operations, make financial forecasts, conduct online marketing and to tailor a business plan. With their assistance I prepared my business plan and now I can apply for business loans and grow my business as I dreamed.”
At the conclusion of the program, candidates receive a Business Seminar Series Certificate from TBDC and may be eligible to apply for a small business loan. Interested entrepreneurs can find information on the program being offered at both Northern District and Maria A. Shchuka branches, as well as an application form due March 30, at torontopubliclibrary.ca/businessinc.
Orientation sessions offering applicants the opportunity to learn more before applying are offered at both venues.
Toronto Business Development Centre was established in 1990 to nurture the growth of new and emerging businesses. As a business incubator, it provides access to advisory support, management training, guidance on business plan preparation, networking opportunities and a range of other resources. TBDC's Business Incubation Programs support the success of entrepreneurs and have helped more than 4,500 clients. Contact tbdc.com.
The City of Toronto’s Economic Development & Culture Division provides services that contribute to an economically strong, socially enjoyable and culturally vibrant city. Among its many services are programs and resources targeted to accelerate start-up and early stage business success, ensuring Toronto remains an innovative and competitive global city. Contact : Doing Business on toronto.ca
Toronto Public Library has been supporting financial literacy and small businesses in the city for more than 100 years. Library branches provide staff expertise in business related research, free access to business information resources and databases, as well as job and career assistance.
Toronto Public Library is the world's busiest urban public library system. Every year, more than 19 million people visit our branches in neighbourhoods across the city and borrow over 33 million items. To learn more about Toronto Public Library, visit our website at torontopubliclibrary.ca or call Answerline at 416-393-7131.
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