A free province-wide initiative designed to help Ontario business owners prepare early for the future of their business through succession and exit planning.
Program Description:
Succession Ontario is a free province-wide initiative designed to help Ontario business owners prepare early for the future of their business through succession and exit planning. Research and industry best practice consistently show that beginning succession planning 3–5 years before an anticipated transition or exit can help strengthen business operations, improve readiness, and maximize business value over time.
Whether a business owner plans to eventually sell their business, transfer ownership to a family member or employee, or prepare for retirement years down the road, the program provides practical tools, training, and guidance to help navigate the process with confidence.
The program offers access to self-paced learning modules, succession planning roadmaps, valuation resources, readiness assessments, planning checklists, and educational videos to help business owners better understand their options and prepare for a successful transition. Business owners can also connect with advisors and support networks across Ontario to receive additional guidance throughout the planning process.
Succession Ontario focuses on helping small and micro-business owners protect the value of their business, preserve jobs within their communities, and ensure long-term business continuity. Resources are designed to simplify succession planning and make the process more accessible for entrepreneurs at every stage of business ownership.
Who It’s For:
Succession Ontario is designed for Ontario small business owners who want to take a proactive approach to the future of their business and begin planning well in advance of an eventual transition or exit.
The program is ideal for business owners who are:
Planning to retire or transition out of their business in the coming years
Looking to start succession planning 3–5 years before an anticipated exit
Considering selling their business to a third party
Exploring family succession or employee ownership options
Looking to understand and strengthen the value of their business
Interested in improving business operations before a future transition
Seeking guidance, tools, and resources to support long-term planning
The program also supports local business advisors and organizations that assist entrepreneurs with succession and transition planning.
Sign Up Information:
Business owners can access Succession Ontario resources online at any time through the Succession Ontario Planning Hub.
The platform includes:
Free self-guided succession planning resources
Educational videos and eLearning modules
Succession roadmaps and planning checklists
Business valuation tools
Exit planning guidance
Access to advisor networks and support resources
To get started, visit the Succession Ontario website and explore the available planning resources and tools.
Succession Ontario is funded by the Government of Ontario and delivered to support small business succession planning and economic resilience across the province.
Program Supported by:
Empowering local entrepreneurs and small businesses.
Contact Us
(705) 474-0400 x 2302
The SBEC program is delivered locally by The Business Centre Nipissing Parry Sound and funded in partnership with
the Government of Ontario.
