The City recognizes the value of small businesses to the community and is committed to helping entrepreneurs establish themselves.
Small Business Advantages in the City
- Competitive tax rate for small businesses
- Compact urban community well served by public transit and pedestrian friendly corridors
- Mixed use development provides a built-in customer and client base
- High income households demand a range of specialized retail and personal services
- Highly educated residents from diverse backgrounds offer skilled talent and a ready labour force
- Solid community infrastructure supports new, expanding and home-based businesses
- Attractive liveable community with an array of community amenities
Support from the City
Starting a new business or expanding a successful one can be both exciting and challenging. The questions, paperwork, regulations, permits and licences can all be a little overwhelming. When you choose to build your business in the City, you can look to us for support.
We offer several online tools and resources, including a one-stop business portal called BizPaL and a convenient online payment system for Business Licence Renewals.
We also have experienced staff to help you navigate the process for starting your successful business.
Contact Info
Manager, Economic Development
Tel: 604-982-9675
Email: business@cnv.org