Business Planning

Starting a Business?

If you are thinking about starting or expanding an existing business, you will need a business plan in order to obtain the required financing.

A sound business plan is also a requirement for ensuring the success of your new venture.

Here you will find links to business planning guides and templates for all commercial banking institutions and more to help get you started.

Business Planning Resources

Business Planning - Canada Business Network

Find out how to write a business plan and access templates, sample business plans, market research information and statistics.

http://www.canadabusiness.ca/eng/page/2865

Business plan template for entrepreneurs | BDC.ca

Download our free business plan template. A properly formulated plan can help you gain the confidence of lenders, investors and shareholders.

http://www.bdc.ca/EN/articles-tools/entrepreneur-toolkit/templates-business-guides/Pages/business-plan-template.aspx

Writing a Business Plan - Scotiabank Global Site

Building a Blueprint for Success. Evaluate your business plan's effectiveness by using your Cash Flow Projection results to get cash in hand before you need it.

http://www.scotiabank.com/ca/en/0,,588,00.html

Your Guide to Business Planning - CIBC

Review and polish your business plan as you go forward - you should revisit your plan at least once a year. Come see us after completing Your Guide to Business Planning.

https://www.cibc.com/ca/small-business/article-tools/business-planning.html

Welcome to the Starting A Business Resource Centre - RBC Royal Bank

If you’re thinking about starting a business, you’re in the right place. Here you’ll find useful advice, tips and tools that will help get you on your way.

http://www.rbcroyalbank.com/business/startingabusiness/index.html

TD Canada Trust - Business Planner

This easy-to-use online business planner guides you through steps to create a solid business plan.

http://www.tdbusinessplanner.com/

Desjardins Business Centre Interactive Business Plan

Start your own business with the Desjardins Business Centre Interactive business plan.

http://www.desjardins.com/ca/business/projects/start-your-own-business/index.jsp

Sudbury Credit Union Limited Business Banking - Starting Your Business

Starting Your Business - Creating a Business Plan.

https://www.sudburycu.com/Business/PlanningAndAdvice/StagesInYourBusiness/StartingYourBusiness/

Business Plan Template | Free Business Plan (Canada) | LawDepot

Plan and present your business ideas with our free and easy Business Plan template. Wow your stakeholders, lenders and investors now.