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The Steinbach Chamber of Commerce is committed to advocating for growth and economic development in our region. Click for an extensive list of resources to help you setup your new business and reach your goals, including info on creating a business plan and
registering for licenses and permits.

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Create a Business Plan

  1. Conduct market research and competitor analysis to better understand your customer’s
    needs, demographics, target customer, and industry.

  2. What are your financial needs? Identify them and how you plan to finance them.

  3. Choose the structure that best suits your business.

  4. Develop your unique marketing plan and brand.

  6. 1. Choose and Reserve your Business Name

    Choosing your business name can be very exciting! You must choose and reserve your business name with the Government of Manitoba.

    2. Apply for Permits, Licenses, and Taxation

    Permits, licenses, and taxation requirements vary by area and industry. The below
    resources will help you identify what is required and where to apply.

  7. WCB – Determine whether your business requires coverage.

    • Financial Institutions or Insurance Advisors
    • Legal
    • Accountants/Bookkeeping Services
    • Real Estate
    • IT Services

  10. Business Planning Help

    Questions?
    Contact the Steinbach Chamber at 204.326.9566 or by email at info@steinbachchamber.com.

  • Located in Southern Manitoba, Steinbach Economic Development Corporation is a CEO-driven alliance, whose stakeholders aggressively champion regional issues that impact economic competitiveness and quality of life. Steinbach is the economic engine of the southeast region, representing a population trading area of over 150,000+ and we are here to help you succeed.

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  • The Canada Small Business Financing Program makes it easier for small businesses to get loans from financial institutions by sharing the risk with lenders. The maximum loan amount for a borrower is $1.15 million. Financial institutions deliver the program and are solely responsible for approving the loan. Download their PDF pamphlet for more info or to
    find a lender near you.

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  • Steinbach offers many professional services for your business, including financial institutions, lawyers, accountants, real estate, insurance and investment advisors, and IT and cyber security services that are ready to serve you.

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  • The National Research Council of Canada Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC IRAP) provides advice, connections, and funding to help Canadian small and mediumsized businesses increase their innovation capacity and take ideas to market. If you operate an innovative small or medium-sized business in Canada, we can help you build your innovation capacity and take your ideas to market.

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  • The World Trade Centre Winnipeg (WTC Winnipeg) is a bilingual private sector-led organisation and the leading trade organization for the Province of Manitoba. The WTC Winnipeg caters to the business community by acting as an information portal for Manitoba
    entrepreneurs. Equipped with access to extensive market research databases and privileged access to global leaders through its memberships with the Canada Business Network and the World Trade Centers Association, the WTC Winnipeg is a key resource for
    those seeking comprehensive information, research and connections. They also identify ways of simplifying the import/export process for their clients’ products in the right markets with the right partners. The WTC Winnipeg’s core objective is to work with Manitoba companies in gaining the confidence, training, tools and network of contacts essential to compete locally, nationally and internationally. Check out their Trade Accelerator Program.

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  • Every idea is as different as the entrepreneur who conceives it so a one-size-fits-all approach won’t work for women entrepreneurs in their quest for business start and growth. Instead, we provide you with a variety of ways to connect with our team, acquire skills and build your network. Our goal is to help you access the programs and resources you need when you need them. It may mean a one-on-one meeting with a business advisor, taking part in a seminar, learning more about financing options or attending an event. There is an array of opportunities for you to achieve success on your own terms in your own time.

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  • Futurpreneur Canada has been fueling the entrepreneurial passions of Canada’s young enterprise for two decades. We are the only national, non-profit organization that provides financing, mentoring and support tools to aspiring business owners aged 18-39. Our
    internationally recognized mentoring program hand matches young entrepreneurs with a business expert from a network of more than 3,000 volunteer mentors.

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  • Community Futures is a non-profit that can provide business advisory services, such as assistance with business planning and research. We also have a loans fund that start-ups and existing business can access. We also oOer some community development services such as some pathfinding and strategic planning.

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  • The Chambers of Commerce Group Insurance Plan (the Chamber Plan) is a benefits solution designed specifically for small and medium-sized businesses. Available exclusively to Chamber members, it allows local employers to other comprehensive health and insurance coverage—without the complexity or cost typically associated with large corporate plans.

    Whether you’re a solo entrepreneur, a home-based business, or a growing organization with employees, the Chamber Plan provides a flexible foundation for supporting your team’s well-being and your business’s long-term stability.

    Andy Anderson, CAIB | Associate Insurance Broker
    Call or Text: 204.746.5589
    andya@valleyfinancial.ca

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