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Business Consultation

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Consultations are a 30-minute, private and confidential meeting with a business advisor to discuss your specific questions and issues regarding business start-up and growth. Our business advisors will help you ​understand your current business stage and recommend a course of action to make your business vision a reality.

Please fully complete the request form. Questions left unanswered will make you ineligible for this free service.

If you are booking a startup or exploring entrepreneurship consultation, please review the Guide to Starting a Business in Brampton before your meeting so you are prepared.

The role of our Business Advisors is to evaluate, consult, and coach—not to act as an agency for your business or take on administrative tasks that should be handled by your staff or an external firm. Please ensure you select the appropriate consultation type based on your needs. If you’re an established business seeking growth support, please book the "Established Business Consultation." BEC reserves the right to cancel your meeting if the wrong consultation type is chosen.

In-person consultations are available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays only.
Phone consultations can be scheduled Monday through Friday.​

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Exploring Entrepreneurship

An "Exploring Entrepreneurship Consultation" is for individuals who have not yet started a business or settled on a specific business idea. It offers expert guidance to help clients brainstorm ideas and navigate resources available through the Brampton Entrepreneur Centre (​BEC). Ideal for those with no registered business number and no sales, this consultation provides early-stage support to explore entrepreneurial possibilities.

In-Person Consultation - Exploring Entrepreneurship

If you're considering entrepreneurship but need guidance, visit our center for a face-to-face consultation with one of our advisors.

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Phone Consultation - Exploring Entrepreneurship

Not ready for an in-person visit? Speak with one of our advisors over the phone to discuss your entrepreneurial goals.

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Starting a Business

A "Starting a Business Consultation" is for entrepreneurs with a small business idea who are in the process of launching. It offers expert guidance on business plan reviews, marketing strategies, and navigating resources. It is ideal for businesses with little to no sales, either already registered or ready to register in Ontario, and those developing or with a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) but without market validation. This consultation provides the tools and advice needed to launch and grow successfully.​

In-Person Consultation - Starting a Business

If you're starting a business, you can discuss your plans and receive personalized advice at our office located at 41 George Street South in Downtown Brampton.

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Phone Consultation - Starting a Business

If you're starting a business, you can discuss your plans and receive personalized advice over the phone.

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For Established Businesses

If your business is already established, we offer consultations to help you grow, scale, and overcome challenges. Whether you need an on-site visit or a consultation at our center, our advisors can assist with expert advice tailored to your industry.

This service is available for businesses that have been in operation for at least 6 months and are generating revenue.

Site Visit - Established Businesses Only

If you run an established business, our advisors can visit your location to discuss growth strategies, operational improvements, and other areas specific to your needs.
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Phone Consultation - Established Businesses Only

Have a consultation over the phone to discuss your business challenges, growth opportunities, and future strategies. (Daniel Bishun #TheBusinessAdvisor - Booking)

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In-Person Consultation - Established Businesses Only

Come to our center for an in-person consultation for expert advice on growing your established business. (Daniel Bishun #TheBusinessAdvisor - Booking)

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Space Tour

Discover our entrepreneurial center, meet the team, and see what resources we offer. Whether you're starting your journey or already established, our space can be the key to unlocking new growth and innovation opportunities.

Space Tour

Take a guided tour of our space, meet with staff, and learn about the services we offer to entrepreneurs at every stage.

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Cancellation and Missed Appointment Policy

Your appointment is for your exclusive use, and when it is cancelled with short notice or missed altogether, it is often too late or impossible to offer this time to someone else, and the appointment time goes unfilled.

The following cancellation / missed appointment policy is in effect:

  • A full 24 hours notice is required for cancelling appointments.
  • If you cancel within less than 24 hours, the Entrepreneur Centre reserves the right to refuse to rebook for clients with previous no-shows or late cancellations and will be subject to a $50 cancellation fee.​

To maintain the efficiency of our services and uphold a fair booking system, we strictly prohibit late arrivals. We understand that unforeseen circumstances may arise, but showing up late not only disrupts the flow of our schedule but also inconveniences others who have appointments following yours.

Therefore, we reserve the right to cancel appointments for clients who arrive late without prior notice. This ensures that we can effectively manage our time and provide quality service to all our clients.​

  • If you arrive less than 10 minutes late for an appointment:
    • You will be seen by the advisor; however, the meeting will be cut short
  • If you arrive more than 10 minutes late for an appointment:
    • ​Your appointment will be rescheduled
    • A $50 cancellation fee may apply.

Please see the Consultation Procedural Statement at the end of the request form for full details.


Privacy Stateme​​nt

Disclaimer - Please Read
Feedback provided by the Brampton Entrepreneur Centre and its employees is not to be taken as legal advice. The Brampton Entrepreneur Centre assumes no liability due to actions taken by client as a result of feedback and / commentaries.
This Procedural Statement sets forth certain expectations for both clients and the BEC staff. Its intention is to ensure that the business consultation service continues to be provided in a mutually productive and efficient manner.​​

  • Consultations are free of charge.
  • Clients are permitted no more than two (2) consultations at each of the following business lifecycle stages: exploration; research and planning; launch and early growth; expansion.
  • Method of service delivery may include: face-to-face meetings, conference calls, e-mail feedback
  • The duration of each client meeting is 30min
  • Non-Disclosure Agreements are not signed. However, all confidentiality is assured.
  • The Brampton Entrepreneur Centre has the right to refuse the provision of this service.
  • The Brampton Entrepreneur Centre will follow up with clients at 3 months and 12 months post consultation. The client is expected to report whether the business has opened/expanded and jobs created as a result, within three days of the request.
Your appointment is for your exclusive use, and when it is cancelled with short notice or missed altogether, it is often too late or impossible to offer this time to someone else, and the appointment time goes unfilled.

The following cancellation / missed / late appointment policy is in effect:
  • A full 24 hours notice is required for cancelling appointments.
  • If you cancel within less than 24 hours, the Entrepreneur Centre reserves the right to refuse rebooking for clients with previous no-shows or late cancellations and will be subject to a $50 cancellation fee.
  • If you arrive less than 10 minutes late for an appointment:
    • You will be seen by the advisor; however, the meeting will be cut short
  • If you arrive more than 10 minutes late for an appointment:
    • ​Your appointment will be rescheduled
    • A $50 cancellation fee may apply​
The personal information on this form is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act SO 2001, c. 25. Questions about the collection of personal information should be directed to our Call Centre by dialing3-1-1 (within Brampton city limits) or 905.874.2000 (outside city limits). Please review the City’s Privacy Statement for more information.​