Find your business idea.
Not sure what kind of business to start? Browse ideas organised by startup cost and find one that fits your budget, skills, and lifestyle. When you're ready, Virgo can help you make it real.
Start with minimal capital — ideal for service-based or home-based businesses.
Virtual Assistant
Provide administrative, scheduling, and communication support to small business owners remotely. High demand as more entrepreneurs outsource day-to-day tasks.
Bookkeeping Services
Help small businesses stay on top of their finances. With basic accounting software and a QuickBooks or Xero certification, you can serve multiple clients from home.
Social Media Management
Manage content, scheduling, and engagement for local businesses that don't have time to run their own social channels.
Tutoring or Coaching
Offer academic tutoring, language lessons, or life/business coaching online or in person. Low overhead and strong word-of-mouth growth.
Cleaning Services
Residential or commercial cleaning is a steady, recession-resistant business. Start solo and grow into a team as demand builds.
Pet Sitting & Dog Walking
A growing market as more Canadians own pets. Platforms like Rover can help you find clients quickly while you build your own brand.
A bit more capital opens up physical locations, equipment, and larger client bases.
Food Truck
A lower-cost entry into the food industry compared to a full restaurant. Popular at markets, events, and business districts across Canadian cities.
Personal Training Studio
Rent a small studio or offer in-home sessions. Canadians are increasingly investing in health and wellness, making this a growing market.
E-commerce Store
Sell niche products online — handmade goods, imported items, or private-label products. Platforms like Shopify make setup straightforward.
Photography Business
Offer portrait, event, real estate, or commercial photography. Equipment is the main upfront cost; referrals drive long-term growth.
Landscaping & Lawn Care
Seasonal demand is strong across Canada. Start with residential clients and expand to commercial contracts as your equipment and crew grow.
Daycare or Child Minding
Home-based daycare is in high demand across Canada. Licensing requirements vary by province but startup costs are manageable.
Bigger upfront commitment — but often stronger barriers to entry and higher earning potential.
Franchise Business
Buy into a proven brand and system. Franchises reduce risk by giving you an established model, training, and supplier relationships from day one.
Restaurant or Café
A brick-and-mortar food business with a loyal local following. Location, concept, and execution are everything — Virgo can help you plan it properly.
Physiotherapy or Wellness Clinic
Healthcare services are in strong demand. With the right credentials and a well-chosen location, a clinic can build a loyal patient base quickly.
Childcare Centre
A licensed childcare facility addresses one of Canada's most pressing needs. Government subsidies and strong demand make this a viable long-term investment.
Construction or Renovation Company
Skilled trades are in short supply across Canada. A licensed contracting business with a strong reputation can scale significantly through referrals.
Senior Care Services
Canada's aging population creates sustained demand for in-home care, assisted living support, and companion services. A meaningful and growing sector.
Found an idea you like?
Virgo can help you take it from idea to registered, operating business — with the right structure, tools, and plan from day one.