Thank you, Mr. Chair. The Government of the Northwest Territories offers a wide range of programs to assist entrepreneurs get established and grow their businesses. For example, Industry, Tourism and Investment has a network of regional offices staffed by experienced, well-trained economic development officers who assist and advise small businesses on a daily basis. One of the key functions is to recommend funding sources such as the Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development, better known as the SEED policy for contributions or community futures, and the Business Development Investment Corporation for loan financing. SEED in particular is very flexible and can provide funding for a diverse range of activities from developing business plans, marketing, purchasing equipment, visiting trade shows, and business networking. These programs do not just support start-ups but can assist the business at every stage of their operation. Industry, Tourism, and Investment also offers very specific sector programming. For example, tourism operators can access funding under the Tourism Product Diversification and Marketing Program to expand their businesses and market their programs. Agriculture programming can also pay for bringing land into production or capital equipment, or subsidize the delivery or products to customers in other communities. In the fisheries sector, Industry, Tourism, and Investment is working with fisheries to revitalize the Great Slave Lake fishery. A manufacturing marketing plan is creating awareness of manufacturing opportunities in the Northwest Territories. In addition, regional offices conduct workshops throughout the year related to every stage of the business cycle. The Business Development Investment Corporation also maintains both a physical and online business resource centre that is a resource on a wide range of relevant topics for individuals and businesses. There is a suite of support systems for small businesses provided by the government. Thank you, Mr. Chair.
Bob McLeod on Committee Motion 10-18(2): Tabled Document 1-18(2): Proposed Mandate Of The Government Of The Northwest Territories, 2016-2019, Addition Of Text Regarding Taxation On Small Businesses, Carried
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Committee Motion 10-18(2): Tabled Document 1-18(2): Proposed Mandate Of The Government Of The Northwest Territories, 2016-2019, Addition Of Text Regarding Taxation On Small Businesses, Carried
Consideration in Committee of the Whole of Bills and Other Matters
February 23rd, 2016
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