Resources
City of London Resources
Starting A Business
Resources and support
Since its inception in 1986 as a not-for-profit organization, the London Small Business Centre has provided thousands of entrepreneurs with the training and support necessary to start and grow successful businesses. From concept, through start-up and early growth stages of business, the Centre is a one-stop source for information, guidance and professional advice on starting and running a successful business.
Pillar Nonprofit Network is dedicated to enhancing the operational capabilities of the impact sector. They promote equity through shared knowledge and community collaboration and act as a catalyst and advocate for transformational change. Pillar is a force for positive change in the community. They strengthen individuals and organizations through inclusive advocacy, comprehensive capacity building and by cultivating collaboration.
Service London
City of London Business Supports is the City of London's page for resources related to new business applications, permits, and licensing requirements, which includes a link to the BizPal Online Business Permits and Licensing tool.
BizPaL provides entrepreneurs access to information about business permits, licences and other requirements needed to start, operate and grow their business from the federal, provincial/territorial and participating municipal governments. This page also includes information about business development areas in London, which are specific parts of the city focused on creating opportunities for new businesses.
The Service London Business Website is the City of London's online resource for starting a business. The site provides a step by step checklist to starting your business, as well as resources for help with each step of the process.
Home based businesses
The City supports the entrepreneurial spirit and small business through a home occupation by-law that recognizes the needs of business, balanced against the needs of the community. Learn more here.
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Business Licences
Service London Business
Live Music Venues
Music on Patios
London Business Improvement Areas
Downtown London can help
Old East Village BIA can help
Hamilton Road BIA can help
Argyle BIA can help
Hyde Park BIA can help