Welcome to Newcomer Business Canada

A place to learn, connect, and build your dream in Canada

Starting a business in a new country isn’t easy. There’s so much to figure out. From where to start to how things work here in Canada. It can feel overwhelming and even impossible.

That’s why we created Newcomer Business Canada. A place where newcomers like you can find guidance, support, and a community that truly gets it.

Because you don’t have to do it alone.

Is this blog for you?

This blog is for newcomers and immigrants in Canada who want to build a better future through business.

Maybe you:

• Have an idea you’d love to turn into a small business or side hustle

• Already run something and want to take it to the next level

• Or just want to understand how business works in Canada before you begin

Wherever you are in your journey, you’ll find stories, tools, and inspiration to help you take the next right step.

What you’ll find here

Every week, we’ll share:

• Simple, practical advice you can actually use. No jargon, no fluff

• Real stories from newcomers who are building their own businesses

• Step-by-step guides, tools, and tips to help you make progress faster

• Insights for all kinds of businesses, not just tech startups

We’ll talk about everything from side hustles to 8-figure companies, from online services to local shops, farms, or even manufacturing.

Because in Canada, business can mean many things. And there’s room for you and your idea, no matter the industry or size of your business.

Why now is a great time to build your own business

There has never been a better moment to start or buy a business in Canada.

Why are we saying this?

1. A wave of retiring business owners

Thousands of Canadian business owners are getting ready to retire. A study from 2023 found that nearly two-thirds (64%) don’t have a clear succession plan, which means thousands of businesses will soon need new owners.

This opens huge opportunities for newcomers who want to buy an existing business or start something new to fill those gaps.

2. AI is removing barriers and speeding things up

Artificial intelligence is changing everything. Fast. What used to take a team can now be done by one person with the right tools.

Experts are even predicting the first “one-person unicorn” (a billion-dollar company) built by a solo founder using AI.

For newcomers, this means starting lean, moving faster, and competing on a global level without needing a big team or budget.

3. More funding and support are available

Across Canada, new programs are helping people, especially women and newcomers, start and buy businesses.

The Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) recently launched a $50 million fund to help women entrepreneurs buy companies from retiring owners.

It’s part of a larger trend: more opportunities, more funding, and more people who want to see you succeed.

Stay connected

If this sounds like your kind of space where learning is practical, people are real, and business feels possible, then we’d love to stay in touch.

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