Your First Stop for Business Success!

The Kawartha Lakes Small Business Centre (KLSBC) offers free guidance on business basics to local residents interested in starting, growing, or selling their business.

We are a part of the Ontario Small Business Advisory Centres (OSBAC) network. We deliver provincially funded programs and services that help entrepreneurs and small businesses start, grow, and succeed. With more than 50 centres across Ontario, OSBACs foster local business growth and strengthen communities across the province

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Who We Help

If you have an idea or a side hustle
New business owners
Existing small business owners
Industries: Trades, agribusiness, retail, professional services, health services, artisans, food and beverage, and more!

We Help With

Market research
Business structure
Financial and cash flow planning
Marketing strategy
Organizational development
Business plan development

What You Have Access To

The Kawartha Lakes Small Business Centre (KLSBC) is the first stop for business owners. Whether you are at the start-up stage or ready for growth, you have access to free and confidential advisory services, training, and micro-grants. Our personalized approach makes business accessible to anyone with a vision and strong work ethic.

Check out our Business Resources page to help guide you before a conversation with our advisors.

Each year, we celebrate our small businesses through Small Business Week in October!