Local Computer Accessories Shop
Run a small shop where locals can see, try and buy keyboards, mice, cables and storage.
- C$15k-60k
- Full-time
- Own premises
- Licence or permit needed
Estimates for a small start in Canada, not guarantees.
What it is
A small retail unit stocking everyday computer accessories, with friendly advice on what to buy. You can add simple extras such as cable help, basic set-up advice or an online store alongside.
Your first three steps
- Look at a few locations near colleges, offices or busy shopping streets and compare rents and foot traffic
- Speak to Canadian distributors about minimum orders, trade accounts and payment terms
- Plan a starter range and budget, and check lease terms, signage rules and insurance before you commit
Who pays
Nearby households, students, remote workers and small offices who want to buy today and get advice in person.
How it makes money
Retail margin on each item sold, with higher-margin products such as cables and accessories and add-on sales at the till.
Skills that help
- Product knowledge across accessories
- Stock buying and pricing
- Customer service
- Basic bookkeeping
Watch out for
- Lease commitments and rent are the biggest risk, so negotiate terms carefully and get advice before signing
- Check with your municipality for a business licence, zoning and signage rules
- Check GST/HST registration and provincial sales tax rules for your province
- Online sellers compete on price, so lean on advice, same-day availability and local service
- Compare commercial general liability and contents insurance, and WCB/WSIB rules if you hire staff
- Slower winter or summer periods can affect footfall, so plan your cash flow
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Coming soonQuestions people ask
How much does it cost to open a computer accessories shop in Canada?
Startup costs are estimated at typically around $15,000 to $60,000, depending on the premises, fit-out and how much stock you buy. Lease commitments and rent are the biggest risk, so negotiate terms carefully and get advice before signing.
How much can a small computer accessories shop earn?
Monthly revenue is estimated at typically around $5,000 to $25,000, depending on location, range and opening hours. Slower winter or summer periods can affect footfall, so plan your cash flow. Revenue is not profit, as rent and stock come out of it.
What rules should I check before opening a computer accessories shop?
Check with your municipality for a business licence, zoning and signage rules, and check GST/HST registration and provincial sales tax rules for your province. Also compare commercial general liability and contents insurance, and WCB/WSIB rules if you hire staff.
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