Toolbox
Toolbox – Resources for entrepreneurs
In addition to our support, the toolbox brings together practical guides on entrepreneurship, management, business law, human resources, and sustainable development. These free and accessible resources support businesses and communities in Bellechasse and Les Etchemins at every stage of their development.
Please note: English versions of the tools are available upon request.
Contact us at SADC Bellechasse-Etchemins and we will gladly share them with you.
Human resources
Practical tools to help you manage your team effectively. Because the success of a business also depends on effective and humane resource management.
Available tools
Employee Contribution Assessment
Raising awareness of the importance of employee evaluation and providing an adaptable model.
Employee handbook
A flexible reference document for establishing clear and consistent rules within your organization.
Guide – Addressing absenteeism at work
Possible solutions for improving your team’s attendance and productivity.
Guide – Internal newsletter
Steps and tips for creating an effective and engaging internal communication tool.
Entrepreneurship and management
Tools to plan, manage, and ensure the sustainability of your business, whether you are just starting out or growing.
Available tools
Guide – Value Creation
Define a clear value proposition that is aligned with your customers’ needs.
Guide – Management dashboard
Set up effective monitoring of your business performance.
Cheat sheet – Financial ratios
Understand and analyze key ratios to guide your decisions.
Marketing Guide
Develop a marketing strategy tailored to your objectives and your market.
Guide – Starting a business
Check the progress of your thinking and structure your first steps.
Summary diagnosis
Quickly assess the health of your business across key functions.
Guide – Business succession process
Identify the key steps to ensure the continuity and transfer of your business.
Guide – Creating your web presence
Create your Google listing.
Business law
Tools to protect and secure your business. Anticipate legal issues and prevent disputes with a solid foundation in business law.
Tools available
Guide – Credit and collection policy
Establish a clear policy and apply simple collection techniques.
Guide – Ten good reasons to establish a partnership or shareholder agreement
Prevent potential conflicts between partners and ensure harmonious management.
Additional tools from the Réseau
In addition to the tools we have developed locally, you can access several resources made available by the Réseau des SADC et CAE.
Sustainable development
Practical resources to help businesses and communities in Bellechasse and Les Etchemins adopt eco-friendly and sustainable practices.
Examples of good practices in sustainable development
Discover concrete examples of sustainable development practices! The SADC and CAE have prepared simple and effective fact sheets to help you reduce your ecological footprint, improve well-being at work, and inspire new ways of doing things in your business or community.
Carbonoscope
A tool presented by Un point cinq (1.5) – le média de l’action climatique au Québec, that allows you to assess the impact of your activities and identify concrete actions to reduce your ecological footprint. Easy to use, it can also mobilize your team and promote new sustainable habits.
BDC GHG Calculator
A handy calculator offered by the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) to measure your greenhouse gas emissions and guide your reduction actions.
Responsible Business Model Matrix
A tool designed by Laval University to help businesses and organizations plan projects or build a business model that integrates the economic, social, and environmental dimensions of sustainable development.
Testimonials
Discover the stories of entrepreneurs who have benefited from our funding and made a difference in Bellechasse and Les Etchemins.
La Sultana
Saint-Benjamin
Starting a business takes courage. The SADC’s youth financing gave me the momentum to turn my idea into a real project.
– Kristel Audet
Dépanneur Sainte-Claire
Sainte-Claire
The SADC believed in my project from the very beginning and was an important partner in the takeover. Now that the succession is official, I know I can count on my advisor to continue supporting me.
– Amjad Ben Salem
Parc Aventure Ziptopia inc.
Saint-Philémon
From the very first contact, I liked the SADC’s openness and flexibility The team believes in my project and together we are working to make it a success. I often have questions or need recommendations. When I call my advisor, I find a sympathetic ear and good advice.
– Louis Beauregard
La Résidence Bleue
Sainte-Justine
Taking over a business means choosing to ensure its continuity. With the SADC, we have found a strong ally to help us through this transition.
– Marion Poirier
Woodzco Inc.
Saint-Charles
Modernizing your operations can change the way you grow. The SADC’s Digital Strategy is here to support you.
– Jonathan Langlois and David Dompierre
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