Looking to Start Your Own Business?

EMPLOYMENT   This Employment Ontario project, program or service

  ONTARIO         is funded in part by the Government of Canada.

Entrepreneurs share common traits such as a strong desire to succeed, a willingness to work hard, and the ability to “wear many hats”. If this sounds like you, CFDCCK can help you overcome obstacles and improve performance by offering start-up financing and training to develop the critical skills you need to manage your business successfully.

You may be eligible for…
The Ontario Self-Employment Benefit (OSEB)
This is an opportunity for people who are unemployed to “Hire Yourself”.
This program is administered in partnership with Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities (MTCU) to provide financial support and entrepreneurial development, coaching, counselling, networking and workshops for those creating self employment by starting a new business.

    Eligibility - If you are unemployed

    and:

  • Are receiving EI benefits, or
  • Have received EI benefits within the last thirty-six (36) months, or
  • Have received maternity and/or parental benefits in the last sixty (60) months, and
  • You have NOT already started a business
  • If you are currently employed, it is advised that you do not quit the employment, as this may affect your eligibility for the Ontario Self-Employment Benefit (OSEB).

    How to Apply:

  • Attend an OSEB information session (please see our events page)
  • Complete the OSEB Application and your business plan
  • Contact Employment Action Centre (EAC) for employment assessment and develop Return to Work Action Plan (RTWAP)
  • Determine Eligibility with Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities (MTCU) - Chatham
  • Meet with OSEB Coordinator, at CFDCCK, to assess if this plan is right for you
  • Obtain recommendation from the CFDCCK OSEB Coordinator
    OR
  • Fill out our "Inquire About a Program" form online and begin the path to successful business creation.
Business Counselling is available.
Contact Us today for more information