Tech Services Business Ideas You Can Start in Canada
101 ideas
These 103 tech services ideas suit people who are good at fixing, installing or explaining technology and want to be paid for it. Some are hands-on, like a phone repair shop or a security camera installer for homes and shops.
Event AV hire: speakers, screens and mics
Rent sound systems, projectors and microphones to local events, meetings and parties, with delivery and setup.
- C$4k-20k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
AV supply and install for offices and venues
Sell and set up displays, speakers and meeting room AV for small businesses, schools and venues.
- C$3k-15k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Online store setup for local businesses
Build and launch Shopify or WooCommerce stores for local shops and makers who want to sell online.
- C$300-2k
- Side hustle
- From home
Monthly online store management
Run day-to-day online store tasks for small businesses on a monthly fee, so owners can focus on making and selling.
- C$200-1.5k
- Part-time
- Online
Online fibre optic supplies shop for installers
Sell fibre cable, connectors and installer tools online to network contractors, shipped from a small home stock or by your supplier.
- C$3k-15k
- Side hustle
- Online
Fibre optic trade supplier with a small unit
Run a small stocked unit where local installers collect fibre cable, connectors and tools the same day, plus delivery and online orders.
- C$25k-100k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Custom software for local businesses
Build booking tools, dashboards and simple apps for small businesses that have outgrown spreadsheets.
- C$300-3k
- Side hustle
- From home
Niche subscription software product
Build one focused web app for a specific type of customer and charge a monthly subscription.
- C$500-5k
- Side hustle
- Online
Home-based video camera repair bench
Repair and service camcorders and cinema cameras for local filmmakers and owners from a home workshop, with mail-in jobs.
- C$1.5k-6k
- Side hustle
- From home
Pro video camera repair and service shop
Run a small workshop servicing cinema and broadcast cameras for production companies, rental houses and studios.
- C$15k-60k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Computer repair house calls
Fix slow, infected or broken computers at people's homes and set up their devices and Wi-Fi.
- C$500-3k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
IT support for small businesses
Keep local offices running with monthly support for their computers, network, email and backups.
- C$1k-5k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Home computer security and malware clean-up
Remove viruses and set up protection for families, seniors and home workers, in person or by remote session.
- C$300-2k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Cyber security checks for small businesses
Audit small offices, fix weak spots and keep them protected on a monthly contract.
- C$1k-5k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Database clean-up and upkeep for small businesses
Tidy, de-duplicate and maintain customer and stock records for local businesses, working from home.
- C$300-2.5k
- Side hustle
- From home
Managed database design and support service
Design, host and look after databases for local firms on a monthly support plan.
- C$1.5k-8k
- Part-time
- From home
Small business IT support consultant
Help local offices, clinics and shops fix tech problems and set up reliable computers, networks and software.
- C$500-3.5k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Remote technology consultant
Advise businesses online on software choices, cloud setup and systems, billed by the hour or project.
- C$300-2.5k
- Side hustle
- From home
Mobile home and small business security installer
Supply and fit cameras, alarms and smart door systems at homes and small businesses in your area.
- C$2.5k-12k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Security equipment shop with installation service
Run a small shop and workshop selling security kit and installing it for local homes and businesses.
- C$12k-60k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Payment terminal sales agent for local shops
Sign up local shops, cafés and market traders for card terminals through a payment provider and earn commission.
- C$300-1.5k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Local card terminal supply and setup service
Supply, set up and support card terminals for restaurants, shops and mobile traders in your area.
- C$2k-10k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Local payment terminal agent
Set up and support card terminals for shops, cafés and trades in your area, as a reseller for an established processor.
- C$400-2k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Event and market card terminal rental
Rent portable card terminals to market vendors, festivals and pop-up sellers who only need payments for a day or a season.
- C$1.5k-6k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
About these ideas
Others can run mostly from a laptop, such as remote computer support by appointment. Start by deciding whether you want customers coming to you, you going to them, or working online. Then think about the tools, parts and training you would need, and whether any trade or security work needs a licence or certification in your province. Check insurance too, since you may handle customers' devices, data or property. Compare a few ideas side by side before you commit any money.
More ideas
- Remote smart home setup and support
- Home camera and lens repair bench
- Camera repair and servicing shop
- Freelance PLC and controls programmer
- Small automation integrator with a workshop
- Mobile phone repair service
- Home-based phone repair bench
- Phone repair shop
- Home-based data recovery (mail-in and local)
- Data recovery shop with a small lab
- Mobile computer repair house calls
- Home workbench computer repair
- Computer repair shop
- Home-based electronics repair bench
- Walk-in electronics repair shop
- Mobile phone and tablet screen repair
- Home workshop screen repair by mail or drop-off
- Walk-in screen repair shop or kiosk
- Niche online matchmaking membership
- Home Wi-Fi and network setup
- Small office network installer
- Security camera installer for homes and shops
- CCTV maintenance and repair service
- Mobile photocopier repair and service contracts
- Subcontract copier technician for local dealers
- Home typewriter repair bench
- Freelance online store builder
- Online store management and ads agency
- Home workshop AV repair bench
- On-site AV repair for venues and businesses
- Home bench VCR repair
- Mail-in VCR repair specialist
- Ink refill and printer supplies shop
- Home-based ink refills with office delivery
- Home-based fax-for-you service
- Walk-in fax and document counter
- Reseller web hosting for local businesses
- Managed hosting on your own cloud servers
- Meeting room video setup for small businesses
- Hybrid event and webinar tech operator
- Remote video meeting support
- Microscope and telescope repair workshop
- On-site microscope servicing for schools and labs
- Meeting room video kit supplier and installer
- Online video conferencing kit shop with remote setup help
- Home-based hi-fi and stereo repair
- Hi-fi repair and restoration shop
- Online telecom and network equipment reseller
- Local telecom equipment trade counter
- Office cabling and network installer
- Cabling crew for builders and developers
- Local online roommate matching site
- Roommate matching for students and newcomers
- Mobile printer repair for small offices
- Home workshop printer repair
- Freelance GIS mapping and spatial analysis
- Drone mapping and site survey service
- Office and meeting room AV consultant
- Remote AV design and advice
- Local digital marketing for small businesses
- Online ads agency for e-commerce brands
- Online GPS tracker and navigation shop
- Local fleet GPS tracking reseller
- Mobile printer dealer and service
- Online print parts and supplies shop
- Independent card terminal reseller
- Café and restaurant POS setup specialist
- Home-based video gear repair bench
- On-site video gear repair for studios
- Home workshop TV repair
- Mobile TV repair technician
- Mobile printer and copier repair
- Printer repair bench from home
- Aerial photo and video for real estate and local business
- Drone roof inspection and site mapping
- Home computer help on call-out
- Remote computer support by appointment
Questions
Do I need qualifications to start a tech services business in Canada?
It depends on the work. Remote support or repairs may need only proven skill, while cabling, electrical or security installation can fall under provincial rules. Check your province's requirements, and ask your insurer what they expect before taking on paid jobs.
How much does it cost to start a tech services business?
Costs vary widely. Remote support may need little beyond a laptop and software, while a walk-in repair shop adds rent, parts stock and tools. List your equipment, insurance, marketing and any training in CAD, then compare against your savings.
What should I check about customer data and privacy?
If you handle phones, computers or security systems, you may see personal information. Check which Canadian privacy rules could apply to your business, write a simple policy on data handling, and ask your insurer whether you need cover for data or professional errors.