Hamilton Business Centre

Website: Hamilton Business Centre

The Hamilton Business Centre is the City of Hamilton’s one-stop resource for entrepreneurs and small businesses. It provides free business information, one-on-one consultations, workshops, mentorship and resources for people starting, operating or growing a business. Programs include business planning, digital adoption, Starter Company Plus, Foodpreneur Advantage and other specialized supports.

City of Hamilton Economic Development

Website: Invest in Hamilton

The City of Hamilton’s Economic Development team supports businesses looking to start, grow, invest and expand in Hamilton. Resources include business support, economic information, investment assistance, connections to local programs and guidance navigating municipal processes.

Innovation Factory

Website: Innovation Factory

Innovation Factory is Hamilton’s business accelerator supporting innovative and technology-focused businesses from idea stage through growth and scale. Entrepreneurs can access free one-on-one business advisory services, workshops, mentorship, networking, commercialization support, pitch competitions, funding guidance and connections to investors and industry experts.

Innovation Cluster

Website: Innovation Cluster

Innovation Cluster is a non-profit technology business accelerator supporting early-stage and growing companies across Ontario. The organization helps entrepreneurs move from validated concepts and minimum viable products toward commercialization and scale through one-on-one business advising, mentorship, workshops, bootcamps, industry connections and accelerator programs. Entrepreneurs can access a network of experienced advisors with expertise in areas including funding, business strategy, marketing, sales, product development, intellectual property and operations.

YWCA Hamilton – Milli Gould Entrepreneurial Centre

Website: YWCA Hamilton

The YWCA Hamilton’s Milli Gould Entrepreneurial Centre supports women entrepreneurs through business education, mentorship, networking and specialized training. Programs such as PowerUp provide support in areas including business planning, market research, marketing, sales, operations, financial management and digital strategy. The YWCA also maintains a directory of women-led local businesses.

BLK OWNED

Website: BLK OWNED

BLK OWNED is a Hamilton-based community organization dedicated to supporting and empowering Black-owned businesses and entrepreneurs across the Greater Hamilton Area. Through advocacy, programming, education, networking and business resources, BLK OWNED helps entrepreneurs build, sustain and grow their businesses. Its resources include a business directory, online entrepreneur community, educational programming, mentorship and the Trailblazer Program, which provides hands-on support to help entrepreneurs strengthen and grow their businesses. BLK OWNED also provides opportunities for businesses to gain visibility through markets, events and community initiatives.

Hamilton Chamber of Commerce

Website: Hamilton Chamber of Commerce

The Hamilton Chamber of Commerce is a membership-based organization that supports Hamilton businesses through networking, professional development, events, business resources and advocacy. The Chamber provides opportunities for businesses to connect with other entrepreneurs and business leaders while also representing the interests of the local business community.

Stoney Creek Chamber of Commerce

Website: Stoney Creek Chamber of Commerce

The Stoney Creek Chamber of Commerce connects businesses throughout Stoney Creek and East Hamilton. Members can access networking opportunities, promotional opportunities, business resources, member benefits and advocacy initiatives designed to strengthen the local business community.

Flamborough Chamber of Commerce

Website: Flamborough Chamber of Commerce

The Flamborough Chamber of Commerce is a business membership organization serving the Greater Flamborough community, including Waterdown and surrounding areas. The Chamber provides networking, advocacy, business connections, events and member benefits while acting as a collective voice for local businesses.

SEED HHN

Website: SEED HHN

SEED HHN supports women entrepreneurs through accessible micro-lending and a network of women leaders and mentors. The organization helps women entrepreneurs access financing to start or grow their businesses while providing connections, encouragement and community support.

Futurpreneur Canada

Website: Futurpreneur Canada

Futurpreneur Canada helps young Canadian entrepreneurs launch and grow businesses through startup financing, mentorship, business resources and networking. Eligible entrepreneurs between the ages of 18 and 39 can access financing of up to $75,000, along

For additional entrepreneurship programming, mentorship and community opportunities, entrepreneurs are also encouraged to connect with the Centre for Entrepreneurship at Mohawk College and explore its programs and community initiatives.