Resources

COVID RELIEF GRANT/LOANS/PROGRAMs

Getting Your Business Started

Starting and/or operating a business takes a lot of resources and know-how. This is a one-stop shop for many of the helpful agencies that can assist your business in getting started. If you don't see something that you need, please contact our Economic Development office at 734-394-5229 for assistance.

• Canton Chamber of Commerce
• Canton Downtown Development Authority (DDA)
• Canton Public Library
• Michigan Economic Development Corporation
• Michigan Works
• Shop Canton
• Southeast Michigan Community Alliance Menu of Services (PDF)

Additional Links & Business Resources

• Ann Arbor Area SCORE - Resource Partner with the U.S. Small Business Administration
• Commerce Connect (PDF) - A U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) initiative aimed at helping businesses connect with Commerce Department staff and programs
• Michigan Business Network
• Michigan Certified Development Corporation
• Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center
• Michigan Small Business and Technology Development Center
• Schoolcraft College: Business Development Center Services Overview (PDF)
• University of Michigan Center for Entrepreneurship
• Guide to Writing a Business Plan