Resources

All the tools you need to get your business or idea to the starting line – and beyond.

In addition to the great support such as mentorship, networking and project work that comes with our programs, as a client of Innovation Guelph you also have access to extras that can really make a difference to your business operations. Whether it’s courses, templates, funding sources or companies that work with entrepreneurs, we’ve got your back! Perks and resources are available to you because you’re part of our ecosystem. To access any of these perks and resources, contact your program manager or coordinator.

The Innovation Guelph E-Learning Centre

We have an online learning centre that contains dozens of courses that make it convenient to expand your business knowledge! Take the courses you need, when you need them, from wherever you happen to be.

Take advantage of a variety of individual courses, including: customer service, sales, social media marketing, communications, risk management, and more! We also offer the following certificate programs specifically tailored the needs of small business owners: Small Business Management Certificate, Small Business Marketing and Sales Certificate, Small Business Health and Safety Certificate, Small Business HR Certificate

Simply sign up and start learning!

Perks

The companies listed on this page do not pay Innovation Guelph or its affiliates for your business. If you decide to become a client with any of the listed perk providers, you do so at your own risk. Please review offers and proceed only if you are comfortable with payment options and service levels provided. IG strives to bring exclusive offers for value-added products and services to our clients, but we are not liable for any failed business agreement(s) or unsatisfactory outcomes should you choose to proceed.

Resources

IG is part of an ecosystem that is committed to supporting businesses like yours who are contributing to our economy. Below we’ve shared some resources that can help you take your business to the next level. If you aren’t sure how these resources can be accessed or how they might fit within your strategy, contact your program manager or coordinator to learn more.

MaRS Entrepreneur's Toolkit
Farm Credit Canada
OCI
Government of Canada

Canada Business App Download (to find current funding opportunities)

Innovation Guelph Business Model Canvas (Fillable PDF)

Startup Canada’s Business Owner’s Toolbox

Innovation Guelph E-Learning Centre

Innovation Guelph Resource Center