Canada
Microbusiness Density
Low
High
~19 microbusinesses per 1000 people throughout the country
~19 microbusinesses per 1000 people throughout the country
Venture Forward is an international research initiative by GoDaddy that quantifies the growth and economic impact of more than 20 million microbusinesses – those with an active website and the majority with fewer than 10 employees – including over 700,000 microbusinesses in Canada.
It also provides a unique view into the attitudes, demographics and needs of the entrepreneurs who start them.
Plan on hiring in the next 12 months
33%
Started to be their own boss
48%
Generate over half of their household income
31%
Source: GoDaddy Venture Forward Canada National Survey.
July 2024 (N= 3,101).
July 2024 (N= 3,101).
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