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All of these energy-using products must meet federal energy efficiency standards in order to be imported into Canada or manufactured in Canada and shipped from one province to another. The Regulations continue to apply to these products if they are incorporated into a larger unit or machine, even when that unit or machine is an unregulated product.

You can apply to have your new technology evaluated to prove that it is good for the environment.

There is growing recognition of the significant effect the activities of the private sector have on society -- on employees, customers, communities, the environment, competitors, business partners, investors, shareholders, governments and others. It is also becoming increasingly clear that firms can contribute to their own wealth and to overall societal wealth by considering the effect they have on the world at large when making decisions.

When you start your own business, you may be used to doing everything yourself. As your business continues to grow, you will need some help in overseeing your operation. Members of your staff who have strengths in marketing, sales, accounting or informatics could assume that role. Otherwise, you may have to hire a senior team to oversee your operations, so you can concentrate on the growth of your business.