Communities surrounding Edmonton among best to start business: report
A new report suggests Edmonton suburbs are among the best places to start a business in Canada. Continue reading
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Impact of carbon tax on New Brunswick businesses remains murky
“We don’t know what the trickle-down effect is going to look like,” said Saint John Chamber of Commerce CEO David Duplisea. Continue reading
Many Saskatchewan small businesses plan to absorb carbon tax costs
Four out of five small businesses CFIB surveyed said they would be able to pass on less than a quarter of the new costs to consumers. Continue reading
Saskatchewan gets ‘A’ from CFIB for cutting red tape
Saskatchewan’s efforts to reduce red tape received the highest ‘A’ grade ranking by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business. Continue reading
Report calls Town of Nobleford the most fiscally sustainable municipality in Alberta
A province-wide list compiled by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business recently ranked the Town of Nobleford No. 1 out of 182 other municipalities. Continue reading
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Quebec bricks-and-mortar retailers try to stay relevant in online shopping era
By Tim Sargeant Reporter
While traditional shopping still dominates retail sales, online shopping in Canada continues to surge — and Quebec’s bricks-and-mortar retailers are trying to adapt. Continue reading
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Concerns grow over low Alberta business confidence
By Adam MacVicar Digital Journalist
As 2018 wraps up, the province is touting a strong recovery, but not everyone is believing the mixed messages about an economic rebound. Continue reading
Labour shortages in New Brunswick a ‘major’ issue, says Chamber of Commerce
By Callum Smith Video Journalist
A labour shortage report released by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business Tuesday indicates there are 6,300 unfilled jobs, with a vacancy rate of 2.7 per cent — the fourth-highest rating among the 10 provinces in Canada. Continue reading
Calgary dance and costume shop gets ready for final curtain call
By Tomasia DaSilva Reporter
Long-time Calgary dance and costume shop, The Masque, is closing its doors after 45 years in operation. Continue reading
Groups plead for funding, spending cuts as Calgary’s budget debate starts
By Carolyn Kury de Castillo Reporter
City council started debating Calgary’s new four-year budget plan on Monday. Continue reading