A single toll-free number will make it easier for businesses to get government information.
To make it easier for business owners to get the information they need, the government of Canada and Ontario have collaborated to create a telephone number with business information from both levels of government.
Callers can dial 1-888-745-8888 or TTY 1-800-268-7095 to get information on several topics including financing options, starting or growing a business, federal and provincial government programs, managing employees, regulations, taxes, permits and licenses, importing and exporting requirements and more.
Federal Minister of State, Small Business and Tourism Rob Moore, was joined by Ontario Minister of Government Services Harinder S. Takhar recently to launch the new business information Line.
The announcement was made at the Economic Developers Council of Ontario’s 53rd annual conference and showcase.
The new service is part of an ongoing partnership between Industry Canada and ServiceOntario.
