Alberta's historical roots – agriculture, fur trapping and trade – are entrepreneurial. Necessity is the mother of invention, they say, and in the early years, people had to invent a lot in order to get things done! And it’s still a great place to start your own business: economic conditions, quality of the workforce, and low business costs means that Edmonton is one of the best cities in Canada to start a small business. Many do! About 14% of Edmontonians are self-employed.
Working for yourself may seem risky, but the rewards are often great. Success or failure depends on planning, preparation, willingness to work hard, and a little luck. There are programs that will help you on your way, but the most valuable asset is you!
Understanding Self Employment
Business Link The Business Link is a not-for-profit organization supported by the Governments of Canada and Alberta whose goal is to provide business people in every part of Alberta with access to accurate, timely and relevant information and referrals. http://www.cbsc.org/alberta
Immigration.ca Excellent information and resources for immigrant entrepreneurs and investors. http:/
About Taxes
Alberta Finance - Forms A good link to regularly used tax forms, along with a helpful tax estimator. http:/
Alberta Finance - Tax Rebates Where to get most tax and tax rebate forms, both personal and corporate. It assumes that you already have a good idea of what forms you need. http:/
Canada Revenue Agency - GST and Income Tax The agency that collects income tax, business tax and the GST (goods and services tax). http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/menu-e.html
Canada Revenue Agency - Individual Tax Return A good starting point for individuals who want to know how to file a tax return. http:/
Canada Revenue Agency - Forms and Publications This page of the site has all of the downloadable forms you could possible need for any kind of tax return. http:/
Taxsites A portal to dozens of tax related sites, for both commercial tax services and government sites. http:/
Building Your Business
Tecedmonton Solid, in-depth information on entrepreneurs, innovation, investment, and an Alberta “deal generator” connecting entrepreneurs with investors. http:/
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