Since its inception in 1986 as a not-for-profit organization, theLondon Small Business Centre(Ontario, Canada) has provided thousands of entrepreneurs with the training and support necessary to start and grow successful businesses. From concept, through start-up and early growth stages of business, the Centre is a one-stop source for information, guidance and professional advice on starting and running a successful business.The Small Business Centre operates in partnership with the City of London and the Ontario government's Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade (MEDJCT). Belonging to a network of more than 50 Small Business Enterprise Centres operating across Ontario, the London Centre offers entrepreneurs a wealth of programs and services including:Small business resources and informationFree consultations with knowledgeable business advisorsAssistance with business plan preparation and market researchSeminars, workshops and networking events