Self-Employment Help
Are you a newcomer in Canada interested in entrepreneurship?
Our Self-Employment Support Program at Catholic Crosscultural Services (CCS) is here to help! Funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), this free program provides the tools and guidance you need to succeed. We offer group workshops and one-on-one support to help you on your journey to self-employment in Canada. Let us support you in building the skills and confidence to turn your business ideas into reality!
How we can help
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Business Ideas: We will help you come up with business ideas that match your skills, interests, and what people need in the market.
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Starting a Business: You’ll learn the basic steps to start and run a small business, including how to make a plan, manage your money, and get your business set up.
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Marketing Your Business: We’ll teach you simple ways to promote your business, reach customers, grow your audience, and build your reputation.
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Business Registration in Ontario: You’ll find out how to officially register your business in Ontario and follow the rules to operate legally.
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One-on-One Support: You’ll get individual help that’s designed just for you and your business goals. We’ll work with you to solve challenges and keep you moving forward.
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Group Workshops: Join group sessions where you can learn from experts and share ideas with others. These workshops are great for getting tips and learning together.
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Hands-On Assistance: Whether it’s one-on-one or in groups, we’ll give you practical help and advice to make sure you feel confident about starting and running your business.
At CCS, we’re proud to help newcomers with their entrepreneurship journey. An inspiring example is how some of our clients have started and registered their businesses in Ontario. With our ongoing support, they’ve been able to learn more and grow their businesses, including hair braiding, cleaning services, web design, and digital marketing.
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The guidance and support from the program helped me overcome challenges and start my business.
Self-Employment Help Locations
- Toronto
416-757-7010 - Mississauga
905-273-4140 - Brampton
905-475-7740
Things you should know
Glossary
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- Newcomer
- In Canada, people who have recently left another country to settle here are commonly referred to as "newcomers to Canada".
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- Settlement
- Getting used to your new life in Canada, like finding a home, learning the language, getting a job, and understanding Canadian ways.
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- Settlement Organizations like CCS
- An organization that provides essential help for newcomers to Canada like learning English, finding work, and various support for adjusting to life in Canada.
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- Permanent Resident (PR)
- Someone who has been given permanent resident status by immigrating to Canada but is not a Canadian citizen.
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- Citizenship
- Being officially recognized as a member of a country. In Canada, it lets you vote, travel with a Canadian passport, and more.
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- Social Insurance Number (SIN)
- A 9-digit number you need to work in Canada or to get government help and benefits.
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- Healthcare Coverage
- In Canada, this refers to the public health insurance that allows residents to get most health care services for free.
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- Live-in Caregivers
- Live in caregivers are people who are qualified to offer care for children, elderly people or people with some disabilities in private homes without any supervision. Live-in caregivers need to stay in the private home where they work in Canada.
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- Convention Refugee
- A person who has fled their country and is protected in Canada.