Biz Briefs
January 2012
Good news: Recession expectations for 2012 lowered
Fraud alert: fake cheque scam via UPS
December 2011
Changes to Manitoba’s Employment Standards Code take effect January 1, 2012
Retailers: Make shoppers' last-minute buying habits work for you
Top Canadian women entrepreneurs honoured at 2011 awards
November 2011
Holiday Gift Buying - Are Canadians ready to spend?
Canadians more likely than Americans to be less tolerant of "untruthful" ads
Productivity improvements central to new version of QuickBooks 2012
October 2011
Small Business Week – Making Connections
Forecast for Canadian Business Remain Optimistic
Payroll enhancements feature prominently in new Sage Simply Accounting 2012
Canadian businesses have chance to win $10,000 in new contest
Canadian entrepreneurs recognized for excellence in e-commerce
Adobe unveils cloud based creative apps at Adobe Max
September 2011
Despite rocky economies worldwide, Canada's outlook for 2012 looks positive
Toronto's Inaugural Street Art Showcase
August 2011
Cashless Canadians: study finds that over half of Canadians prefer digital wallets
BC votes to eliminate HST: how small business will be impacted
Opinions wanted: Government announces EI premium rate-setting consultations
Entrepreneurs' financial health improves, BDC showing strong results
Graffiti: Art or vandalism? (part 1)
10 threats against small business data security
Internet advertising revenues in Canada exceed expectations
Word-of-mouth social media: 'likes' and 'follows' very important for branding
July 2011
Prairie residents extremely optimistic about economy
Entrepreneurism highly respected in Canada, but small business faces big challenges
E-trepreneurs: eBay Entrepreneur of the Year awards now accepting entries
Marketing sense: research shows that hormones influence sensory preferences
Work-life balance: time saving with financial management software
Half of all Canadians are using social media
Battle of the Sexes: men, women and professional networking
Ontario government reinstates the Self-Employment Benefit program
Managing risk: Equifax releases business credit report
Sales, employment and investment expected to grow over next year
British Columbia gives rural residents a broadband boost
Small business owners in Canada love their work, despite long hours
Small business owners in Canada love their work: Part 2
International Startup Festival comes to Montreal
June 2011
Online advertising outperforms all other ad types in Canada
Bank of Canada releases new bank notes, described as almost impossible to fake
Mobile Apps: who isn't using one?
Middleton Mania: capitalizing on the Royal visit
FuEL Awards aim to reward youth entrepreneurship: apply or nominate today!
Canada Post to resume mail service Tuesday
Finally! Canada Post lockout/strike back-to-work legislation passes Saturday evening
Nominate someone today! 2011 BC Aboriginal Business Awards now open for nominations
Canada Post Lockout / Strike: Day 22 arrives with no end in sight
Canadian postal strike / lockout: New tool lets you tell politicians what you think
Canada Post Strike: Postal lock-out expiry date on the horizon
Fair competition? Canada Post wants a piece of online advertising revenue
Victory for AQIII, freelance IT workers in Quebec court case
Back to work! Raitt tables notice to legislate Canada Post workers back
Canadian business owners spend too much time on tasks that don't promote growth
75% of small businesses say postal strike will affect overall efficiency
BC: Reduction of HST to 10% now required by law
Don't get scammed! Small businesses targeted by recent scam
Protecting yourself in the lockout: tax considerations and billing/invoicing alternatives
Canada Post Strike [lockout] Survey: Small businesses, have your say!
Manitoba to invest $30 million over next five years
Canada Post Strike! What Canadian small businesses need to know
May 2011
Minimum wage to increase in Manitoba, other jurisdictions by May 2012
Wanted: extraordinary Canadian business women
Driving the business of innovative ideas
Global business accelerator launches with up to $175,000 in financing available
Trendhunter shares ideas to boost your business
BREAKING: BC will reduce HST to 10% if tax stays
Starting a business in Canada: Dream big. Do smart
B.C. hires trade and investment reps to help small businesses expand overseas
Contest for small and medium businesses offers $100,000 prize
Entrepreneurs weigh in on the benefits of going green
Study forecasts strong year for Canadian manufacturing industries
Almost 50 per cent of CEOs dealing with information overload
Social attitudes toward software piracy put Canadian small businesses at risk
Visa's new digital wallet will enable faster shopping, transactions on social networks
Survey says: over 40 per cent of Canadian consumers are enrolled in 10 or more loyalty programs
Canada's 'Longest Elevator Pitch Contest' offers $10,000 prize
The future of the HST in BC: have your say
April 2011
Silicon Valley Venture Capitalist Confidence Index gives signals for Q1 2011
ON: ventureLab Regional Innovation Centre launches in York Region
MB: 2011 Entrepreneur Boot Camp Winners Announced
BC Government releases more information HST referendum voting
BC government, Fight HST group clash over HST claims
March 2011
Canadian Budget 2011: What Small Business Can Expect
Small businesses aren't seeing the economic recovery hit their bottom lines
February 2011
Tourism in B.C. takes flight, stats show
Survey: Why trust is critical to business
Quebec: New legislation governing businesses takes effect on February 14, 2011
BC: HST panel seeks fact-based input on referendum options
Online tool simplifies cross-border currency transactions
New Alberta organization gives support to rural writers
Manitoba employers must develop psychological harassment policies
Workshops will teach new immigrants how to start a business in PEI
B.C. program helps small businesses save money and energy
Small businesses resilient through recession
Québec employers' group weighs in on replacement workers
January 2011
Feds dub 2011 "Year of the Entrepreneur"
B.C. appoints panel to address HST conundrum
B.C. farmers to reap rewards of $4.5 million investment
New year heralds changes to tax rates, minimum wage
December 2010
Small businesses weather economic jitters at home and abroad
Sunday shopping coming soon in PEI
Holiday alert: Canadians increasingly susceptible to counterfeit purchases
November 2010
BDC brings new financing model to businesses in rural Quebec
BC seeks input on ways to modernize its Employment Standards system
Deadline Extended for Young Entrepreneur Award
Canadians willing to take pay cut to work for socially responsible company, poll
Regional economic trends emerge despite lacklustre growth
Free shipping best bet for holiday sales promotion
BC releases draft of HST referendum vote question
Ontario: Small businesses give McGuinty government failing grade
Manitoba: Business incubation programs get $500,000 boost
Angel Investors Help Tech Ideas Take Flight
October 2010
"How-to" agenda tops Toronto business-to-business event
Business schools event offers one-stop shopping
Entrepreneurs shooting for growth next year
Survey finds disconnect in how Canadian businesses value & use the Internet
Manitoba introduces new workplace harrassment regulations
Two polls highlight what small business owners are thinking
Entrepreneurs value innovation but lack innovation strategies
Efficient billing, cash flow are king to small businesses
Size Matters: Consumers willing to pay more to support local small businesses
Productivity, competitiveness and market opportunities fuel entrepreneurs’ investment decisions
British Columbia: 2010 Highlights of Small Business in the Province
Many small business owners confident with current economy, study finds
September 2010
Small business owners stay involved in business after retirement, report
Government of Canada launches new buy and sell web site
Small business confidence has dropped slightly, survey says
Minimum wage rises to $9 an hour in P.E.I.
Canadians more secure in their jobs, poll finds
B.C: Province and federal governments invest in technology
Federal government launches $40 million innovation program
August 2010
Study: Companies more likely to use social media to show their brand
Study: Common body language mistakes cost interviewees chance at job
July 2010
eBay Canada launches national search for Entrepreneur of the Year
PEI: New gift card legislation coming this September
Usage of e-mail as a communication tool on the decline
June 2010
Small businesses in BC, ON not ready for HST
Fathers finding it hard to juggle work and family
Ontario employers beware: vexatious comments in your workplace now against the law
79 per cent of Canadians say webcam meetings more effective than phone
May 2010
BC: Video Conference Facilities to be More Accessible to Small Businesses
Minimum wage rises in P.E.I. on June 1
April 2010
Canadian Businesses Reining in use of Social Media
March 2010
BC consumers slightly less likely to base buying decisions on a retailer's environmental actions
Watch out for CRA phishing scam
MN: Province to help farms with safety and injuries
Canadian small businesses expect sales to rise in coming year
Canadian small businesses cautiously optimistic about economic outlook
Canadian Budget 2010: What Small Businesses Can Expect
January 2010
Absolute Software brings Intel Anti-Theft technology to consumers
December 2009
Canadians, provinces have a bright outlook for 2010
Canadians can't leave home without their mobile phone, study finds
November 2009
Canadians not as concerned about online security, study finds
Canadian businesses report higher levels of fraud than global counterparts
BC: Pilot program to help small businesses with training
Profits expected to be down this year in most of six industries, says BDC
BC: New rules governing payday loans in effect
October 2009
Canada's Criminal Code updated to criminalize early stage identity theft
Survey assesses financial literacy of Canadian small businesses
BC small businesses healthy, thriving
PEI: New web site helps businesses monitor province's planning and zoning
September 2009
Canadian economy set for growth
Canadians look for a deal when going on vacation
August 2009
Canadians want value when purchasing products, survey says
New Canadians want to deal with businesses that contribute to ethnic communities
July 2009
eBay Canada launches national search for Entrepreneur of the Year
June 2009
Entrepreneurs upbeat about business growth prospects
Shipping costs, lack of transparency harming online sales
Canadian small businesses confidence in economy growing
ZoomPass: Paying with your Mobile Phone
May 2009
Canadians keeping a close eye on their spending
April 2009
PEI: Payday lending regulations introduced
March 2009
QC: New funds to help businesses in rural areas of province
Government grant to help young entrepreneurs
Canada's Work Sharing program extended
AB: Minimum wage set to increase
January 2009
Breakthrough workshop is now free
Lack of advancement opportunities leads employees to find alternatives
December 2008
Small business owners can't be happier as economy slides
November 2008
BC: Tax amendments to help keep more money in people's pockets
October 2008
Canada's economy cooling, but not stalled
September 2008
MN: Economic Growth Fund to help First Nations entrepreneurs
More CEOs have international experience then 20 years ago, study finds
Speed dating comes to the business world
MN: New tax credit to help digital media
New website promises to help find private capital
Many Canadians working overtime, study finds
Election 2008: a coalition of national business associations demand transparency in fees
Users are finding what they are looking for online, study finds
Female workers feel under compensated
August 2008
Employees going for gold at work
Study identifies most popular communication tools at work
Businesses are being put under a social microscope, survey finds
June 2008
Looking for a job, don't forget the cover letter
ON: New government funding to help businesses and grad students connect
Pesky telemarketers may finally be out of luck
Advancement in the workforce may be all in the language
BC - Mentorship program for new Canadians gets new funding
Downturn in Canadian economy does not affect retail sales
BC: Small businesses now have easy access to training and development programs
May 2008
New partnership will help finance young entrepreneurs
April 2008
AB: Venture Capital fund look to Western Canada for growth
Shorter work week ideal for older workers
March 2008
Computer giant offers small business award
January 2008
Influence of large corporations on government too strong, survey says
Email preferred method of communication for execs
December 2007
ON: New College network helps small business
Consumers concerned about high cost of brokerage fees when shipping from US
November 2007
New study sheds light on why some people can't handle success
July 2007
Warning: greeting card emails may include a nasty surprise
Manitoba enhances film tax credit program
May 2007
SK: Legislation ends mandatory retirement
Survey says: good customer service tops with customers
April 2007
Manitoba: New legislation will protect retirement savings
November 2006
Canadians to spend $20 billion on gifts this holiday season
September 2006
$50 million in new funds will support businesses in vulnerable regions of Quebec
May 2006
Total income for Canadians rose in 2004
Saskatchewan to attract immigrants with new entrepreneur cateogry
British Columbia's economic boom brings labour challenges
Canadian advertising industry recovers ground in 2004
Young entrepreneur awards competition open
April 2006
Canadian e-commerce growth six times that of growth in off-line retail sales
2005 marks the 'revenge' of the old economy
Canadian retail sales see highest gains since 2002
Canadian Financial Ratios CD-Rom Series Released
SK - Province Cuts Business Taxes
Alberta investigates competitiveness challenges facing its forest sector
Survey says: Canadian use of online financial services increases
MB - Minimum Wage Increases Effective April 1, 2006
March 2006
Slight decline of average debt load for small and medium-size Canadian businesses
AB: New Aboriginal business development fund established for Fort McMurray area
SK: Minimum wage level increases effecive today
February 2006
Saskatchewan Seeks Input on Minimum Age and Worker Transportation Regulations
Exports, Employment on the Rise
Promoting Canada as an international tourism destination needs increased marketing dollars
January 2006
SK: Agriculture Innovations Receive $2.87 million
I.D. Cards Proposed for U.S. Border Crossings
Record fines levied in price setting conspiracy
September 2005
Online Ad Revenues Soared in 2004-2005
May 2005
CME Says Proposed Law (Ontario) is Regressive and Undemocratic
