Celebrating Vaughan’s small businesses

37 entrepreneurs complete the 2025 Starter Company Plus program

The City of Vaughan congratulates the 37 local entrepreneurs who successfully completed the 2025 Starter Company Plus program. Participants were formally recognized by Mayor Steven Del Duca and Members of Council at the Feb. 10 Committee of the Whole (2) meeting.

Through this program, participants received tailored training to help develop a business plan, marketing strategy, budget and financial forecast. They also benefited from one-on-one consultations with City business advisors and had the opportunity to apply for up to $5,000 in provincial grant funding to help bring their business plans to life.

Small businesses are the backbone of Vaughan’s business community, and these entrepreneurs have demonstrated remarkable dedication, innovation and resilience in developing and growing their businesses. 

To learn more about the program and last year’s participants, visit vaughanbusiness.ca/Starter-Company-Plus.

QUOTE

“Vaughan continues to be a destination of choice – not only for families, but also for entrepreneurs, innovators and business owners looking to start or grow their ventures in our thriving business ecosystem. The City of Vaughan’s Starter Company Plus program helps Vaughan businesses at every stage, from starting out on day one to building and expanding their successful enterprise. I want to congratulate the many incredible participants on completing the 2025 program. Thank you for your meaningful contributions to our business community, and I look forward to seeing your businesses continue to succeed in the years ahead.”

-      Mayor Steven Del Duca

QUICK FACTS

• The City of Vaughan congratulates the 37 local entrepreneurs who successfully completed the 2025 Starter Company Plus program. Participants were formally recognized by Mayor Steven Del Duca and Members of Council at the Feb. 10 Committee of the Whole (2) meeting.

• Through this program, participants received tailored training to help develop a business plan, marketing strategy, budget and financial forecast. They also benefited from one-on-one consultations with City business advisors and had the opportunity to apply for up to $5,000 in provincial grant funding to help bring their business plans to life.

LEARN MORE

• Economic Development department’s website

• Economic Development department’s eNewsletter

• Economic Development LinkedIn

• Starter Company Plus program webpage