Operate and Grow Your Business
The City is committed to creating an environment for business to thrive. City staff can help business navigate municipal programs and processes and provide consultation services and hands-on solutions to assist business to succeed.
How we can help
Consultation & advocacy
Economic Development staff leverage their experience and knowledge of Toronto's business landscape to help with business development and expansion, location and relocation.
Supporting key industry sectors
City staff work to promote the health and growth of the web of interconnected businesses that comprise Toronto's key industry sectors
Business Incentives
Toronto has a variety of incentives which make Toronto a competitive and attractive location for new development.
Business Improvement Areas (BIA)
The City's Business Improvement Area (BIA) Office helps Toronto's network of over 70 BIAs to create prosperous, competitive and safe business areas.
Employment Services
Employment & Social Services works with employers to bring together qualified candidates and employment opportunities.
Explore international markets
Economic Development staff provide guidance on expanding into international markets and can help you make connections with business representatives from Toronto’s global economic development partnerships.
Operational Services
Municipal Licensing & Standards Division
Find out if you require a licence to open or to conduct a business in Toronto.
Waste & Water
The City collects, transports, processes, composts and disposes of municipal and private sector solid waste and recyclables, as well as household hazardous waste. The City also supplies drinking water and collects and treats all wastewater.
Planning & Building
The City Planning Division manages the growth and physical form of the city and processes development approval applications. The Building Division reviews permit applications, issues permits and conducts inspections.
Contact Us
Economic Development & Culture
Toronto City Hall, 8th floor, East
100 Queen Street West, Toronto ON
Tel: 311 (if calling from within Toronto)
Tel: 416-392-CITY (2489) Fax: 416-397-5314
bizconnect@toronto.ca
Economic Growth and Job Creation Plan
Accelerating economic growth
Toronto's new economic growth plan aims to create a more attractive business and investment climate in Toronto.
Stay informed
Toronto Business News
Read the latest issue of Toronto Business News, your source for information on Toronto's economy, business climate, and services to help your business grow.
Resources
Signature Sites Collection
Showcasing over 50 Toronto properties that are available for purchase and/or development.
City Services for Business
Dedicated support for the film industry
The Toronto Film, Television and Digital Media Office staff guide filming professionals through the entire location filming permit process.
Opportunities Bulletin Board
Find local business and investment opportunities.
Green your business
Learn ways to green your business.
Hospitality Excellence Industry Training
Learn more about the We've Been Expecting You hospitality excellence training program.
Seminars, training and forums
Whether you are just starting out, or are currently in business, seminars and forums are a great way to improve your management skills and keep on top of the latest business development strategies.
Special Event Planning Guide
Use this guide when planning a special event.