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 CANADA'S SMALL BUSINESS DATA CENTRE
The purpose of this data centre is to provide Canadian entrepreneurs with an economical way to access detailed Canadian market and industry data.  It also references some of the best tools needed to start a new business in Canada. 
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  1. Financial Performance Indicators   Small & Medium Business Benchmarks
  2. Household Spending Data   Household Spending Profile 
  3. Market Research Handbook  Save on Stats Can's most popular research compendium
  4. Business Planning Tools Save Time  
  5. Stats Link Canada  Detailed assistance on conducting your own research
 

         

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 Financial Performance Indicators

 

Financial Performance Indicators is an authoritative reference source of 15 key financial ratios by industry groupings compiled from the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS 2007). It also includes a common-sized balance sheet for each industry.  Financial Performance Indicators is based on up-to-date, reliable and comprehensive data on Canadian businesses, derived from Statistics Canada databases of financial statements for three reference years.

You can now purchase individual industry profiles for small (revenue between $30,000 & $5 million) and medium (revenue between $5 million & $25 million) sized businesses for immediate download via the Stats Link Canada web site.

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 Household Spending Data

 

Access detailed household spending tables.  For more information see our Stats Link Canada Research Guide on the Survey of Household Spending

 

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 Market Research Handbook
 
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Since 1975, the Market Research Handbook has been an authoritative source of socio-economic information reflecting key characteristics of local and national markets in Canada. By providing accurate and timely statistics on the changing demographics, standards of living and economic characteristics of Canadian society, the handbook helps businesses locate target markets, track their market share, and assess their competitive position.

 

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 Business Planning Software

 

Business Calculators to help you plan your venture

  Business Resource Finder

Find resources fast!

The Business Resource Finder is quick and easy to use. Answer a few questions, and the Business Resource Finder will display a list of sample plans, articles, and other resources that match your business type.

See how other businesses have gotten started with their plan; read answers to common questions for these business types.

 

 Starting Costs Calculator

Calculate the start-up costs of your new business before you get going. This calculator helps you evaluate how much capital you'll need to start your business.

 

Cash Flow Calculator

This cash calculator shows you how business-to-business sales, carrying inventory, and rapid growth can absorb a business' money.
 

 

Produce your business plan quickly and easily

Designed for Canadian entrepreneurs and small business owners.

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 Stats Link Canada
 

 

The most comprehensive Canadian market research resource online.

Looking for a specific stat?  Working frantically on the market research section of your business plan?

 

Stats Link Canada is the research tool you've been looking for.

 

In one web site, GDSourcing has compiled detailed research guides as well as a comprehensive database of Canadian polls and surveys. 

 

Find the data you are looking for right now!

 

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