Today is May 18, 2012
The Self Employment Service
Small Business Resource Centre
The Self Employment Service Office is a small business resource centre that administers the Ontario Self Employment Benefit (OSEB). The program is funded by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities Employment Ontario and Sponsored by the Leamington Chamber of Commerce. OSEB provides entrepreneurial skills development support to approved participants to help them develop and implement their business plan. OSEB allows participants to concentrate on building a sustainable business by providing them with financial assistance while they receive business advice and support. Our mission is to create employment through self employment.
Business Name Registration
We can help you search for and register a unique business name which will reflect your business positively, and acquire a business license.
Business Start-up Tips
Free information on everything from start-up checklists to marketing and advertising guidance, we can help you with the right information to get started.
Financing
We'll guide you through the process of obtaining OSEB financial assistance to help you cover your expenses while you work on a business plan.
Local Events in our Area
Here you'll find great information on upcoming workshops and events in your area. Check back for updates regularly. These events are not affiliated with the Self Employment Service Office, so if you require additional details, please contact the organization responsible for the event.
Canada Revenue Agency
For more information and registration, click here.
GST/HST for New Registrants Information Seminar-185 Ouellette Ave, Windsor, On- Wednesday, April 25, 2012 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
- Wednesday May 30, 2012 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
- Wednesday June 27, 2012 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, May 15, 2012 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
- Tuesday, May 29, 2012 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
- Tuesday, June 26, 2012 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Windsor-Essex Small Business Center
(Visit website to verify whether workshop takes place in Kingsville or Windsor location) For more information and registration, visit: www.windsoressexsmallbusiness.com
Start-up Information Session (Kingsville)
April 4, 2012
Free Session - What you need to know when starting a business
Breakfast Express Networking Session
April 4, 2012
Making connections that matter.
Start-up Information Session
April 5, 2012
Free Session - What you need to know when starting a business
Hiring Employees
April 11, 2012
What you Need to Know
Basics of Writing a Business Plan
April 12, 2012
Free Information Session - What you need to know when preparing a business plan
Start-up Information Session
April 19, 2012
Free Session - What you need to know when starting a business
Seminar for New Importers
April 24, 2012
Learn how to import commercial goods into Canada.
Business Structure: Which One is Right for You?
April 25, 2012
Tax and Legal Implications Every Small Business Owner Should Know
Basics of Writing a Business Plan
April 26, 2012
Free Information Session - What you need to know when preparing a business plan
Seminar for New Exporters
April 26, 2012
Learn how to export commercial goods from Canada.
Employment Assessment Center
215 Talbot St E- Leamington Location
Resume Workshop- Wednesday April 11 9:00am and Wednesday April 25 9:00am
Job Search Workshop- Tuesday April 17 9:00am
Interview Workshop- Thursday April 12 9:00am and Tuesday April 24 9:00am
Putting Work into Social Networking- Thursday April 26 1:00pm
Please call 519-326-0513 to secure your spot, and to get additional information.
The Self Employment Service is sponsored by the Leamington & District Chamber of Commerce and funded by Employment Ontario.