Small Business Startup Checklist

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This practical three-page checklist walks you through the key steps involved in setting up a Canadian business and preparing for your first sale. It covers choosing a business structure, registering your business, getting a Business Number, opening a business bank account, bookkeeping, GST/HST, licences and permits, taking payments, building a simple website and getting your first customers. Requirements vary by location, industry and structure, so use it as a practical starting point.