We’ve got to stop stifling our entrepreneurs by taxing them into the ground and making them jump through countless bureaucratic hoops
Small businesses are often described as the backbone of our economy — and that’s because they are. They develop new products and technologies that drive economic growth and create new jobs. But if small businesses are so important, why aren’t we doing more to support their success and foster even greater growth?
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
PRESS RELEASE
Published April 20, 2023
LONDON, UK / ACCESSWIRE / April 20, 2023 / Chaser, the global accounts receivables platform and credit control service provider, was named as Xero’s App Partner of the Year at the UK & Ireland Xero Awards 2023.
Hosted by Alex von Schirmeister, UK & EMEA Managing Director at Xero, the awards took place at Ministry Venues, Elephant & Castle, on 19 April 2023.
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Here are five things in tech that happened this week and how they affect your business. Did you miss them?
1 – This guy reviews laptops for a living and he says this is the best laptop under $500
Sean Riley of Laptops magazine just gave his endorsement for the best laptop under $500 bucks. Lenovo’s Duet 5 Chromebook is Sean’s pick for its superior display quality – detachable screen – and extensive 13-hour battery life. The one drawback Sean pointed out is system performance but only in comparison to other laptops on
Are you looking to inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs? In 2023, the possibilities for small businesses for kids have never been greater! With the right guidance and resources, a kid-friendly business could be a potentially life-changing experience.
So let’s explore 15 of the best options out there for kid business ideas in 2023!
Believe it or not, kids are indeed capable of starting a successful small business.
With an entrepreneurial spirit, applying the right knowledge, and having access to the necessary resources, it can set them apart from other kids and
Huron County recently had six more businesses complete their Starter Company Plus program, obtaining grant funding totaling $15,000.
The 12-week training provides mentorship for those looking to start, expand, or buy a small business. This year’s participants were also paired with Digital Service Squad experts to improve their online presence.
Businesses that take part include: Duck Duck Juice and Gym in Wingham; B Creative Prints, Frames and Design in Zurich; Hopewell Counseling Services in Blyth; We-R-Strategic in Exeter; TM Marketing Solutions in Londesborough and Boundary Roasting Co. in Huron East.
“The training and
MINNEAPOLIS, April 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — iMedia Brands, Inc. (the “Company”) (NASDAQ: IMBI, IMBIL) announced today it has moved its earnings release date from Monday, April 10 to Wednesday April 12, 2023.
CEO Commentary – Tim Peterman, CEO
“We appreciate our investors and other stakeholders’ patience with us over the past several weeks, and I personally apologize for this delay. We are in the final stages of completing five financing transactions that we intend to close simultaneously. When completed, these transactions will materially decrease our outstanding debt and improve our credit profile as a Company. We expect these transactions
Missed opportunity to address small business debt and cost pressures
Ottawa, March 28, 2023 – The Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) is pleased that today’s federal budget confirms a deal to lower credit card fees for small merchants, as promised in last fall’s economic statement. However, the budget was a missed opportunity to provide relief to small businesses facing massive debt loads and increasing costs.
“The biggest win in the 2023 budget is the deal reached with Visa and Mastercard to reduce credit card fees for small business owners,” said Dan Kelly, CFIB president. “A reduction of up to
