Business resources

Construction and property industry

For those interested in the forum on 3 February, please book online here.

Expert speakers include:

  • Jackie Williams (Warwick Williams Real Estate), discussing trends in real estate and what it means for our locality
  • Chris Ilias (Modum), discussing building trends and the challenges ahead
  • John Christopoulos (Lease Negotiator, Mediator, Tenant and Landlord Advisor), discussing the impacts of the crisis on the commercial sector for both tenants and landlords.

After brief reflections from these local experts Council will seek comments and questions from local businesses to help shape its action plan.

Hospitality, culture and events industry

For those interested in the forum on 21 April, please book online here. Speakers will be announced closer to the date. 

Retail industry

Details to be announced shortly.

Finance and business consulting industry

Details to be announced shortly.

Wellness and personal care industry

Details to be announced shortly.

The City of Canada Bay is a fast growing business region positioned within 10 kilometres of Sydney's central business district, hosting a diverse and vibrant economy from small neighbourhood village centres to significant ‘A’ grade corporate developments. Local employment is trending upwards and the City boasts a thriving economy with strong economic outlook.

Our population is estimated as just over 94,000 and is forecast to grow to 119,858 by 2036.

Our businesses form an integral part of our communities, adding to the vibrancy and vitality of our places. We attract investors and entrepreneurs who contribute to our sustainable future, benefiting from our fast growing population and well placed business precincts.

Below are some handy resources for businesses. For more information about doing business in the City of Canada Bay, please click here.

Local business information

The City of Canada Bay’s  Place & Events Team is your business and investment facilitation team, providing advice and referral to assist you with business success. For further information on these programs, please contact the Team on 9911 6555 or email business@canadabay.nsw.gov.au.

Service NSW Business Bureau

The Service NSW Business Bureau provides free, ongoing and personalised support for every stage of your business.

The Business Bureau helps businesses access government services, information, and advice to support them to grow in the NSW economy.

Businesses can:

  • Talk to a Business Concierge over the phone, in person or online
  • Get advice from an independent advisor or access a range of events, webinars and online resources through Business Connect
  • Engage with a multicultural advisor for in-language support
  • Create a Business Profile to make it easier to manage government transactions and business licences

Business resources

Government website business.gov.au provides detail on services from across government to support your business. There is advice on connecting you to information, grants, registrations and support to help your business succeed in Australia.

Business Connect program

The NSW Government's Business Connect program offers you a business advisor, events providing skills and training to improve business and a “Health Check”. For more information call 1300 134 359 or click here to visit the website.

Business Services

If you are opening a café, restaurant or small bar you can use just one form and save months of time with Service NSW's Business Services. There you'll find everything from getting your Council Development Application right the first time to applying for outdoor dining, liquor licencing and more.