Markham Business

Setting up a business involves a lot more than just a great idea. From choosing the right structure to handling CRA compliance, getting it right from day one saves you thousands in legal fees and tax headaches down the road.

Join our upcoming session led by an expert CPA to master the essentials:

- Structure: Sole proprietorship, partnership, or corporation—which is right for you?

- Legal & Compliance: Business registration, annual maintenance, and shareholder agreements.

- Taxes & Payroll: Navigating CRA accounts (HST, corporate tax), payroll, and WSIB.

Whether you are a new entrepreneur or a growing small business owner, this is your roadmap to building a solid, compliant foundation.

🛑 Time & Date: Thursday, October 22nd, 2026 @ 1:30pm (Online)
👉 Sign up here: https://zurl.co/QvWHG

Accounting Series #2: All About Setting Up Your Business Master business setup in Canada! Learn structures, legal steps, CRA accounts, payroll, WSIB & compliance from an expert CPA. Sign up!

Most business owners know they could be handling their taxes more efficiently, but finding the time to figure out the rules is another story.

We are hosting a practical accounting session designed to help you organize your business finances. We will be covering the following and more:

- How to choose between paying yourself a salary vs. dividends.

- Legitimate write-offs (vehicle, travel, home office, and meals).

- Navigating MyCRA and keeping the audit red flags away.

Time and Date: Thursday, September 17th, 2026 @ 1:30pm (Online)
Register here: https://zurl.co/vt1yW

Accounting Series #1: Bookkeeping Made Easy Boost your business income! Learn tax strategies, salary vs dividends, top write-offs, MyCRA tools & how to avoid audits. Sign up today!

Applications for the Starter Company Plus program close on August 9th!

If you are looking for the funding, mentorship, and training needed to scale your business, this is your chance. Don't miss the window—submit your application before the deadline.

Start Your Application🔗 https://zurl.co/7MbaO

Starter Company Plus - Markham Business Get a $5,000 microgrant along with training and mentorship from local business leaders!

Last week, Summer Company students from across York Region came together for our Summer Company Networking event!

Students learned practical tips for building meaningful business relationships, connecting with potential clients, and growing their networks through interactive activities and collaboration.

We're proud of the creativity, drive, and entrepreneurial spirit shown by this year's cohort.
A big thank you to the teams Markham Business , Richmond Hill Small Business Enterprise Centre , Economic Development , and York Link - York Region Economic Development for bringing everyone together!

Check out more info about our Summer Company Program: Summer Company Program - Markham Business
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Navigating legal matters shouldn't feel overwhelming. Our one-on-one consultations offer a dedicated, confidential space to discuss your goals and protect your interests.

📅 Sign up here: https://zurl.co/QBfC4

innovation has played a key role in the development of artificial intelligence going all the way back to the work of Dr. Geoffrey Hinton at the University of Toronto in the late 70s. His pioneering research in deep learning laid the groundwork for the AI-powered tools that are changing the way we work and live.

It’s that same spirit of curiosity and outside-the-box thinking that Mark Sternberg, vice president of engineering at Qualcomm, said is driving AI innovations inside the company’s Markham offices. Curiosity, outside-the-box thinking, and some great croissants from Duo Pâtisserie & Café.

Read the full article: https://zurl.co/AXPZm

companies, applications are open for the Team Trade Mission to India, happening from October 12–17, 2026.

If your priority sectors align with this mission, this is a prime opportunity to expand your global reach and strengthen international partnerships!

🗓️ Application Deadline: August 9, 2026 for companies seeking B2B meetings and August 30, 2026 for all others

Read the full details and submit your application here: https://zurl.co/riTlT

If you need a business plan for your Starter Company Plus application, a grant, or just to keep your operations on track, stop putting it off.

Our DIY Business Plan Workshop starts soon. This is your last chance to register and get a guided, practical walkthrough of the essential sections required for your submission.

Get your draft completed without the guesswork.

Time & Date: Tuesday, July 21st, 2026 @ 2pm (Online)
Register Here: https://zurl.co/ExnBW

DIY Your Business Plan DIY Your Business Plan

businesses, it’s time to get race ready! The Ontario Honda Dealers Indy is coming this August, and our colleagues at Destination Markham are inviting local businesses to an info session to help prepare for race weekend.

Join the session to get key updates, explore business opportunities, ask questions, and pick up your Race Ready Business Kit.

Date: Thursday, July 23
Time: 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Location: Courtyard by Marriott Toronto Northeast/Markham, 7095 Woodbine Avenue
Save your spot: https://zurl.co/LRazb

Part 2- Business Info Session- Ontario Honda Dealers Indy at Markham The Ontario Honda Dealers Indy is coming to Markham, and we want to help local businesses get race ready.

Last call to register for our financial forecasting workshop!

If you are applying for the Starter Company program, this session covers the essential financial documents needed for your submission.

Learn how to build your projections and prove your business's viability before you submit.

Time & Date: Thursday, July 16th, 2026 @ 10am (Online)

👇 Register here:
https://zurl.co/kDTvJ

Starter Company Grant Program Session: Intro to Financial Forecasting This session covers the basics of financial forecasting using key documents like sales forecasts, cash flow statements, and income statement