Empowering Canadians to Build, Create, and Thrive

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The Case for Policy Support

Government already spends hundreds of millions annually on job creation programs with mixed outcomes, including training and wage support programs that can cost taxpayers significantly more per job created. 

What if the same investment could instead support community-rooted entrepreneurs at $20,000 each, creating local enterprises, lasting skills, and community networks? 

Garage Shops offers: 

  • Cost-effective job creation 

  • Local ownership and wealth building 

  • Entrepreneurship and skill development for residents 

  • Vibrant, walkable neighbourhood economies 

  • Opportunities for youth mentorship and hands-on learning

This is a provincial policy priority that can be rolled out through AMO approval and local implementation guidelines, unlocking universal support for municipalities to adopt Garage Shops as a crisis-position job creation strategy with long-term benefits. 

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For Small Business Owners

This platform is built for you.

Whether you’re:

  • A tradesperson working from home

  • A maker, builder, or innovator

  • Someone looking to start a small business

  • Or simply someone who believes in local economic growth

GarageShops.ca is your voice.

We are here to represent your ideas, your challenges, and your vision for a stronger Canadian small business ecosystem.