HBB Friendly Community Awards

Home Business Report magazine, in cooperation with the Royal Bank and Canada Post have conducted three annual surveys of communities who recognize the importance of home-based and small businesses, and who have proven to be the most supportive and helpful to this sector. The survey focuses on how each community's various groups work together to form an integrated and encouraging environment. HBR looked for representatives from all levels of government to interact and streamline processes for SOHO entrepreneurs.