Youth Zone 
"You have brains in your head
You have feet in your shoes
You can steer yourself
Any direction you choose."
Oh! The Places You'll Go - Dr. Suess
If you can dream it, you can do it… the possibilities are endless. Check out the links below to see if you've got what it takes to have your own business, how to get started and where to go for help. Who knows, one day someone might be calling you "boss"… and it could even be your mom or dad! (Stranger things have been known to happen!)
The Ottawa Public Library partners with other organizations to help you find the information you need when starting a small business. Access the online research tutorial to locate qualitative information to assist you. Research your potential market and explore current competitors using the in-library market research tools. You can also register your business name with the Ontario Government through the Nepean Centrepointe Branch through their Online Business Connects Service. Need further assistance? Contact an Ottawa Public Library research specialist to assist you!
External Links
Ottawa Entrereneurship Centre
Canadian Foundation for Economic Education: Mentors, Ventures & Plans (for young entrepreneurs)
Canadian Youth Business Foundation
Aboriginal Youth Business Council
Youth Path
Canada-Ontario Business Service Centre
Canada Service Business Centres
Industry Canada - Starting a Business
Canadian Foundation for Economic Education
Centre for Entrepreneurship Education and Development
Business Development Bank of Canada
Canadian Intellectual Property Office
Summer Company Program
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