Everything Government Can Do for Your Business

September 8, 2025

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This blog was provided by Innovation Canada.

We know you’re always looking for new opportunities and ways to help your business grow. Innovation Canada, part of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED), helps Canadian entrepreneurs find the right support at the right time – from funding to expert advice.

1. The Business Benefits Finder

The Business Benefits Finder is an online tool that connects you with hundreds of government programs and services from federal, provincial, and territorial levels—all in one place. By answering a few simple questions about your business and its projects, you’ll receive a customized list of support options that align with your goals.

2. Accelerated Growth Service

The Accelerated Growth Service provides eligible, innovating, incorporated businesses with personalized growth and advisory services. Innovation Advisors across Canada leverage their expertise to help businesses navigate government support and scale efficiently.

3. BizPaL

BizPaL is a free, interactive online tool designed to help Canadian businesses quickly find the permits and licenses they need to start or expand. By working with provincial, territorial, and municipal governments across Canada, BizPaL simplifies the process of identifying regulatory requirements at all levels of government so they can find what they need where they are, whether they’re launching a new venture or growing an existing one.

4. Market Research Products

Whether you’re looking to better understand your industry or gain a competitive edge, having access to reliable market research is key. That is where the Market Research Products come in. These online tools provide key insights to help businesses make informed decisions.

Key tools:

Canadian Importers Database: offers insights into companies importing goods into Canada, including sources of goods and market concentration.

Canadian Industry Statistics: provides economic indicators by industry, helping businesses compare costs, salaries, and product performance.

Financial Performance Data: allows businesses to compare their financial performance to industry averages by uploading balance sheets.

Trade Data Online: delivers trade reports by product and industry, tracking goods traded to and from Canada.

Whether you’re a startup or an established business, these resources provide a solid foundation to help you succeed.