Business

Already a business owner and looking for opportunities for growth?  Or thinking of starting a small business but not sure where to start? ​Regardless of your stage in business, the following resources will help guide you in the right direction.

Services and information topics

Starting or managing a business

Find the information you need to start, run, grow or exit a business in B.C.

Resources and support

Find resources and support to help your business succeed. Explore tools, government programs and support organizations. 
 

Ease of doing business

Share ideas to help make doing business in B.C. easier through the Ease of Doing Business initiative

Not-for-profit organizations

Learn about societies in B.C. and how to start, manage or dissolve one.

Liquor and cannabis regulation

Learn the rules and laws that govern B.C.'s private retail sale of liquor and cannabis.

Security services

Explore how Security Services assists in protecting people and property, enhancing public safety in B.C.

Pill press

Learn about B.C.’s Pill Press and Related Equipment Control Act and what’s required to own or sell a pill press.

Business Corporations Act

Companies incorporated in B.C. are governed by the Business Corporations Act. Learn more about updates to the Act and regulations.

Electronic meetings and your organization

Learn about hosting virtual meetings. Explore bylaw considerations, practical tips and potential challenges.