Contact Us
Do you have questions about starting a business in York Region? Maybe you’ve established your company already but you need help resolving a business-related problem or you are seeking ways to expand your business. Whatever you need, the York Small Business Enterprise Centre (YSBEC) team is here to help! Send us a message using the form, email ysbec@york.ca, or call: 1-877-464-9675 ext. 71572.
Or visit us in-person by appointment only:
York Region Administrative Centre Annex, 1st Floor
17150 Yonge St
Newmarket, Ontario | L3Y 6Z1
We serve small businesses in northern York Region’s municipalities of Aurora, East Gwillimbury, Georgina, King, Newmarket, and Stouffville. If you are located in Markham, Richmond Hill, or Vaughan please reach out to their respective Small Business Enterprise Centre.
Meet The YSBEC Team
Daniela Mazzaferro
Senior Small Business Consultant
Daniela Mazzaferro brings over 15 years of experience working with small and medium start-ups and established businesses, non-profits, government agencies, community groups and youth. Previous to joining the YSBEC team she spent nine years as the Small Business Consultant with the Town of Richmond Hill where she delivered business support services to further her clients goals.
Ammar Rizvi
Small Business Consultant
Ammar Rizvi has extensive expertise in finance, having accumulated over 10 years of experience in the field. He also has a focus on small business consulting and is dedicated to assisting these businesses in establishing themselves, achieving profitability, and scaling. He has a specific interest in business and process improvement and the use of cutting-edge technologies, such as Artificial Intelligence, to support businesses in staying competitive.
Eva Lee
Small Business Consultant
Eva Lee brings more than 20 years of business management and marketing experience in the Healthcare, Banking, and Real Estate sectors. Prior to joining YSBEC, Eva co-founded a business management company, where she assisted healthcare professionals with business start-up, acquisition, and management. Her specialties include marketing, bank lending, and lease management. At YSBEC, Eva is the key point of contact for the Summer Company program, helping young entrepreneurs start and grow their businesses.
Annie Whitfield
Small Business Assistant
Annie brings to the team many years of experience in administrative support and customer service, with the last 3 years being at York Region. As Small Business Assistant she provides support to the YSBEC team, the Summer Company Program, and is the first point of contact to our clients and entrepreneurs.
