Category: Small Business

Only 16% of small businesses are confident their concerns will receive attention during Alberta’s election

Reducing taxes and energy costs are the top election priorities for Alberta small businesses

Calgary, April 18, 2023 – Despite a majority (95%) of Alberta small business owners intending to vote on May 29th, a dismal 16% are confident their concerns and priorities will receive attention during the election campaign, according to a new survey by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB).

“Affordability is the top priority for small business owners during this campaign,” said Andrew Sennyah, Alberta senior policy analyst. “Just as Albertans are coping with the increased cost of living, small businesses are also struggling with the

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Dempsey Bakery named finalist for Woman-Owned Small Business awar

Dempsey Bakery in Little Rock has been named one of three finalists for the Little Rock Chamber’s Woman-Owned Small Business Impact Award.

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Dempsey Bakery in Little Rock has been named one of three finalists competing for the Little Rock Chamber’s Woman-Owned Small Business Impact Award.

“Being a finalist is both exciting and heartwarming,” said Paula Dempsey, bakery owner. “We are touched that our customers would nominate us for such an award.”

Dempsey Bakery is a gluten-free, soy-free, peanut, and tree nut-free bakery. They also have some egg and dairy-free products.

After a family member was diagnosed

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Small businesses worry about the impact of potential CRA strike over a billion-dollar wage hike

TORONTO, April 17, 2023 /CNW/ – The potential strike by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) unionized workers over a 33% raise over three years poses a threat to small businesses that rely on CRA services and tax guidance every day, warns the Canadian Federation of Independent Business ( CFIB).

“The timing couldn’t be worse. The potential strike would create additional uncertainty, especially in the middle of the tax season. With certain CRA services being delayed or unavailable during a labor disruption, we worry that many small businesses may not be able to get answers in a timely manner or

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Proposed regulations would put the largest burden on small business

The US Supreme Court is considering a case on content moderation from both Texas and Florida that could offer clear guidelines on what entity is responsible for content moderation.

Many small businesses who use digital tools want to make sure they can communicate to their customers about their products without feeling like they must avoid hateful and harmful rhetoric online. Yet currently, the issue of who moderates what content is up for debate.

The US Supreme Court is considering a case on content moderation from both Texas and Florida that could offer clear guidelines on what entity is responsible for content moderation. The case centers on Section 230, which protects tech companies from being held legally responsible for content that is posted on their platforms while also empowering them

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Carnivore Deviled Eggs – Maria Mind Body Health

I love deviled eggs! Who doesn’t?

Deviled eggs are always the first thing to disappear when I bring them to parties!

When I was on the carnivore tv show in Costa Rica, I was also the chef. I wanted to make delicious food, not just steak for the carnivores. So I made the best deviled eggs and they were completely carnivore!

To make my carnivore deviled eggs you can use my bacon mayo or my butter mayo recipe! Either works great and tastes delicious!

Please share this video with your friends to show them how delicious healthy eating can be!

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Lower taxes, utility relief on the election wish list for Alberta small businesses

Affordability is one of the top priorities for Alberta small businesses as the province heads into an election next month, says a group that represents many entrepreneurs.

However, small business owners are anxious about those concerns that will not be addressed during the May election campaign.

The Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) released the results of a new survey Tuesday showing while 95 per cent of Alberta small business owners intend to vote, just 16 per cent are “confident their concerns and priorities will receive attention.”

The CFIB says small business owners, like all Albertans, are struggling with the

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New album from Taylor Abrahamse supports Peterborough small businesses

Local singer, songwriter and actor Taylor Abrahamse is returning to Peterborough for a show at the Black Horse on April 21, to promote his new album ‘Live in Lockdown Vol. 1,’ which aims to support small businesses in the area and across North America.

Several businesses are featured at the end of the album, in what Abrahamse hopes to become a new trend among artists to help combat monopolies and give small businesses a fighting chance.

“I actually have some small businesses from as far away as Florida, but I did put most of my focus on the Peterborough area,”

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