Choosing and setting up a location

Things to consider when deciding where to locate your business and how to arrange your office, store or facility.

• Choosing a Commercial Building
  
  http://www.bdc.ca/en/my_project/Projects/articles/acquisition_building_criteria.htm
  Find out how to choose the right commercial building for your business.
• Store Location
  Learn about the factors you should consider when deciding where to set up shop.
• Renting a Space
  Confused about how to rent a space for your business? Learn more about how you can get the right spot for the right price.
• Merchandazzling: Tips for Great Merchandising
  
  http://www.retailcouncil.org/news/resourcelibrary/retailersguide/v2_i2/
  Want to increase sales in your store? Learn how to lay out your store and make your customers feel welcome and comfortable.
• Home-Based Business
  Working from home is one of the most economical ways to start your own business. Find out more about starting a home-based business.
• E-Business
  Programs and resources to help you do business over the Internet.
• Making Your Business Accessible for People with Disabilities in Ontario
  
  http://www.mcss.gov.on.ca/mcss/english/pillars/accessibilityOntario
  Every business and organization operating in Ontario that provides goods or services to the public or other organizations and has at least one employee has to comply with the Customer Service Standard under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Public sector organizations must comply by January 1, 2010. All other obligated organizations have until January 1, 2012.
• Select Ontario – Interactive Research Tool
  
  http://www.ontario.ca/siteselection/WebPages/Dashboard/DashBoard.aspx
  Find the best location for your business with this tool that provides data on properties and workforce skills, along with community profiles.