Business Development Support Services

Connecting Newcomer Entrepreneurs with Business Opportunities

Bussiness Development 1

AXIS Business Development Support Services (BDSS) provides Newcomer Entrepreneurs with the necessary tools to start a successful business. BDSS links participants with networking opportunities within the business community and professional development organizations.


AXIS Business Development Support Services include:

  • Business pathway counselling;
  • Business resource information and direction;
  • On-line business services information;
  • Start-up information;
  • Seminars and workshops on developing business opportunities and a business plan; and
  • Networking through the business community and professional development organizations
Bussiness Development 2

Help to Develop Business Skills

  • Examining resources available to local businesses;
  • Selecting a suitable business style to generate a productive business plan;
  • Researching marketing potential; and
  • Nurturing opportunities and relationships within the business community.

Entrepreneurs will:

  • Gain timely knowledge and practical methods of business start-up; and
  • Acquire the necessary skills to successfully operate a business in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Bussiness Development 2
Providing Newcomers with the understanding and skills to become successful entrepreneurs in the Canadian labour market.
Business Development Support Services is sponsored by Service Canada and Atlantic Canada Oportunities Agency.
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To learn more about Business Development Support Services, please contact the AXIS Career Services Division of the ANC.
10 Smithville Cres. P.O. Box 2031, Stn. C St. John’s, NL, A1C 5R6 Phone: (709) 579-1780; Fax: (709) 754-5559 axis@nfld.net