History
Small Business Consulting Service was created in 1972 by Lakehead University Honours Bachelor of Commerce students. From 1972 to March 1993, the Ministry of Industry, Trade and Technology (MITT) funded SBCS by providing operating grants and variable revenue. In April 1993, MITT announced that it would no longer fund the organization and as a result, a team of students decided to operate the business independently of the funding. Not only did SBCS earn record revenues, we also provided employment for 14 student consultants. The business has operated in this manner ever since by leveraging student education to provide an affordable service to the community.

Mission Statement SBCS strives to provide professional consulting services and creative solutions at an affordable price, while contributing to the economic development of the Thunder Bay business community. We accomplish this through personal relationships with our clients and constant education in our fields. We will support our consultants, the faculty and enhance the reputation of Lakehead University. We will never stop learning and will always strive for excellence in every project we undertake.

Major Goals

	To provide a professional consulting service at an affordable price to existing businesses and people who wish to start new businesses.
	To provide Honours Bachelor of Commerce students with opportunities to apply their academic knowledge to practical business situations.
	To enhance the reputation of Lakehead University.
	To contribute to the economic development of Northwestern Ontario