The BACD is a not for profit organization incorporated in 1998.  We are part of the ONE network and one of 57 SBEC's (Small Business Enterprise Centres) funded in partnership by the Ministry of Economic Development & Innovation and the Regional Municipality of Durham.  The BACD helps launch and accelerate small business!  We provide one on one consultation; educational seminars and workshops to help small business acquire the skills and knowledge to effectively manage and grow their businesses.


200 - 3000 Garden Street, Whitby, ON

Spark Centre helps start and grow innovative technology-based companies in Durham Region and Northumberland County. Spark Centre’s vision is to create an innovation eco-system of entrepreneurs, innovators, investors, researchers and students who come together to exchange ideas and help each other succeed, ultimately creating jobs and wealth. Spark Centre help start-up and existing companies create strategies that find the best path to market and develop relationships that can drive faster growth. Spark Centre offers business coaching and mentorship, learning tools, connections to business and ...


21 Simcoe Street, Oshawa, ON