Business Resources
The Municipality of the County of Inverness is committed to developing an environment of growth conducive to supporting creativity, entrepreneurship, investment and business.
Businesses and companies looking to either locate or start up in Inverness County have access to a suite of resources and programs that will provide them with the competitive advantage they need to succeed.
Federal Government
Information for businesses on steps in starting a business, tax and tariff requirements, permits and regulations, intellectual property and copyright, and how to fund or incorporate a business, hire employees and more.
Provincial Government
Nova Scotia is creating one of the most competitive and business-friendly environments in Canada. We’re clearing the way for sustainable private sector growth to make this province a more attractive place to do business and encourage entrepreneurship. The Department of Business is a new, lean central agency focused on creating the right conditions for the private sector to grow the economy and create jobs.
Cape Breton Partnership
The Cape Breton Partnership is Unama’ki – Cape Breton’s private sector-led economic development organization that supports companies and entrepreneurs by promoting our island as a great place to live, work, and invest; growing a culture that values and celebrates creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurship; and connecting entrepreneurs and companies to the resources they need to succeed.
Strait Area Chamber of Commerce
The Strait Area Chamber of Commerce is a business development organization that promotes, improves, and protects trade and commerce; and in so doing, ensures that the Strait Area is one of the best regions in which to invest, live, work and conduct business.
Atlantic Canada
Opportunities Agency
The Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency works to create opportunities for economic growth in Atlantic Canada by helping businesses become more competitive, innovative and productive, by working with diverse communities to develop and diversify local economies, and by championing the strengths of Atlantic Canada.
Invest Nova Scotia
Invest Nova Scotia helps businesses seize opportunities. By championing transformational opportunities and driving sustainable business growth at every stage, they support the growth and momentum of Nova Scotia businesses of all sizes throughout the province, welcoming businesses from elsewhere to come here.
CBDC InRich
At CBDC InRich we assist in the creation of small businesses and in the expansion and modernization of existing businesses by providing financial and technical services to entrepreneurs. Since 1981, InRich CBDC has been providing valuable business development services to both Inverness and Richmond Counties on beautiful Cape Breton Island. We are proud of our clients and their accomplishments, assisting over 1,400 businesses with start-up and expansions, supporting many various sectors and industries to grow and prosper.