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COBSC Small Business Info-GuidesE-Business Info-GuideContent provided by Canada-Ontario Business Service Centre What is Electronic Commerce?Electronic Commerce is any commercial activity, such as the buying and selling of goods and services, conducted over electronic networks (e.g. local phone lines, high-speed digital cable, etc.) that link electronic devices (e.g. fax machines, computers). E-Commerce includes the following activities:
For further information: Programs and Services for E-BusinessStudent ConnectionsStudent Connections introduces Canadian businesses to the power of the Internet as a business tool, including E-Commerce applications. The program also provides Canadian business with customized training on how they can use today’s technologies to their advantage. Services include internet training and E-Commerce assistance on how to effectively integrate E-Commerce into their daily activities. For further information: Retail InteractiveRetail Interactive is an on-line resource centre created by The Retail Council of Canada and Industry Canada to provide Canadian retailers with the most current information, tools, and publications on e-commerce in the retail industry. The e-retailer profile section offers practices, success stories and information for retailers in the context of global best practices. For further information: BDC ConsultingThe Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) offers customized consulting solutions for the complex challenges you face everyday as a Canadian entrepreneur. For further information: Online Small Business WorkshopThe Online Small Business Workshop (OSBW) is a web-based workshop designed to provide you with techniques for developing your business idea, starting a new venture and improving your existing small business. It is organized into six sessions, including one on the basics of setting up an E-business. For further information: ebiz.enableEbiz.enable is an E-Business portal designed specifically to guide businesses through the issues and options encountered in implementing E-Business strategies. It is a comprehensive online resource that allows you to explore the questions, answers and solutions relevant to your company and its success in the global online environment. For further information: Electronic Commerce BranchThe Electronic Commerce Branch is responsible for encouraging the development and adoption of e-business in Canada. For further information: Information and Communications TechnologiesBusiness sector information and links to suppliers that can help E-Commerce enable your business. For further information: SME DirectSME Direct is designed specifically for small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs). It offers a collection of numerous diagnostic and benchmarking tools, informative Web sites, relevant databases and a wealth of other resources to assist you in your decision-making. For further information: Canada-Alberta Business Service Centre (The Business Link) - E-Future CentreThe E-Future Centre’s 26 E-Business Info-Guides were created for owners and managers of small to medium-sized companies. The Guides are set up sequentially in terms of E-Business adoption. For further information: Using E-Commerce to do Business with the GovernmentMERX - The Electronic Tendering ServiceMERX is an Internet-based electronic tendering system that advertises government contracting For further information: FinancingFinancing for Starting a Business Info-GuideThis document is designed to help you navigate through the federal and provincial government programs available to individuals starting a business in Ontario. For further information: Financing for Established Businesses Info-GuideThis Info-Guide provides an overview of some of the main financing options for individuals operating a business in Ontario, including programs offered or supported by the government. For further information: RegulationsBusinesses on the Internet/Traditional BusinessesIn general, all existing laws that apply to traditional commerce apply equally in an electronic environment (for example, laws governing business formation, business name registration, taxation, consumer protection, deceptive advertising, importing/exporting, product safety, product standards, criminal code, inter-provincial trade treaties, intellectual property and liability, etc.). A company must comply with the law of any jurisdiction where it is deemed to be "carrying on business", which is particularly important for businesses using E-Commerce to compete globally. Business Regulations Info-GuideThis document will assist you in navigating federal, provincial and municipal regulations that apply to a number of industries and businesses in Ontario. For further information: E-Business - Selling to Non-Ontario CustomersE-Business often involves selling to jurisdictions outside of Ontario. This fact sheet provides basic information on what may be required when selling to non-Ontario customers. For further information: TaxationTaxation Info-GuideAll businesses must be aware of the various taxes that may apply to their product or service. Depending on the type and location of products or services being offered, federal, provincial and/or municipal business taxes may apply. For further information: Exporting and Export PermitsThe application of export rules for goods and services, including downloadable digitized goods, is the same in the electronic world. For further information: If you currently need an export permit to sell your product overseas, you will need one to sell it over the Internet to people in foreign countries. The issuance of Export Permits is administered by the Export Controls Division of the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade. The Division provides assistance to exporters in determining if export permits are required. It also publishes brochures and Notices to Exporters. For further information: Canadian Code of Practice for Consumer Protection in Electronic CommerceThe Canadian Code of Practice for Consumer Protection in Electronic Commerce was endorsed by federal, provincial and territorial Ministers responsible for consumer affairs in January 2004. The Code is intended to establish benchmarks for good business practices for merchants conducting commercial activities with consumers online. The Code contains information on the following:
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