Consignment
In consignment shops, it is usually understood that the consignee (the seller) pays the consignor (the person who owns the…
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Product Development
The concept – what are you going to make Who will buy it, and how big is the market? Is…
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Wholesaling
For our purposes, wholesaling means that an artisan is selling their work to a sales outlet, product distributor, or dealer,…
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Retailing
retailing your work means that the craftsperson is selling directly to the end user/consumer if an artisan is selling…
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Craft Alliance
Craft Alliance Mandate “To provide marketing opportunities for Atlantic Provinces producers of quality craft, apparel and giftware products.” “To encourage…
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Wholesale Shows – National
These shows plan months in advance. You will need to have your product adjudicated and approved. It is a good…
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Wholesale Shows – Provincial
Contact: Craft Council of Newfoundland and Labrador What time of year should this be on a makers radar? This show…
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Applying for Gallery Shows
Every gallery will have slightly different criteria when accepting applications for a show. You will need to check their website…
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Craft Residencies
These links will provide a listing of craft residences provincially, nationally, and internationally. Things to Consider when Applying for Residency…
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Hiring Employees
There are many things to consider when hiring employees. For example: Job description, training, Workplace Health and Safety, EI premiums,…
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Creating a Business Plan
Business plans are an integral part of a business start-up or growth. Below are links to organizations who will help…
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Business Insurance
Do you run your business out of your home and/or studio? You should let your insurance company know ASAP if…
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Self-employment Assistance Program
This program is under the Advanced Education, Skills and Labour department of the provincial government. It provides successful applicants with…
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HST / Business number
Applying for an HST Business Number only takes a few minutes. Once you fill out the application you will get…
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Funding / Financial Programs
Having a conversation with any of these funding agencies is so important. All of them have contact people whose job…
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Craft Organizations
Here you will find links to craft councils in other provinces and how to become a member. As well you…
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Business Start-up / Plans
Links below to several organizations that are helpful from beginning to growing a business further. There are a ton of…
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