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Sean Speer and Taylor Jackson: Slow economic growth is the biggest challenge facing Canada. The Hunter Prize for Public Policy is here to solve it
The Hub
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June 2, 2025
The Carney government has set as “core mission” boosting Canada’s economy. And for good reason. Slow economic growth, flat-lined or declining business investment, and poor productivity have contributed to declining average living standards....
Search funds grow in popularity for entrepreneurs
Virginia Business
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June 2, 2025
SUMMARY: A search fund offers a path to own and operate an established business. Search funds are somewhat new to Virginia, but they’re growing in popularity. Virginia is well-positioned for search fund investment because of its business-friendly...
A river cruise with our American frenemies – what could go wrong?
The Globe and Mail
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June 7, 2025
Open this photo in gallery:The sights of the Rhine were supposed to mean time away from the noise of an angry, divided world.Andreas Rentz/Getty Images Europe Jane Christmas is a Canadian author. We are on the Rhine, sailing down the lazy river,...
Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (NYSE:CM) Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Insider Monkey
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Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (NYSE:CM) Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript May 29, 2025 Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce beats earnings expectations. Reported EPS is $1.48, expectations were $1.34. Operator: Good morning. Welcome to the CIBC...
Franchising offers entry point for Virginia entrepreneurs
Virginia Business
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June 2, 2025
SUMMARY: Franchising provides proven business model, launch support for first-time business owners International Franchise Association ranked Virginia as third-best state for franchise growth this year Virginia’s business-friendly climate supports...
WisBusiness: the Podcast with Chris Wojtowicz, Wisconsin Small Business Development Center
Wis Business
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In the latest episode of “Talking Trade,” Chris Wojtowicz of the Wisconsin Small Business Development Center discusses the latest developments in federal tariff policy. Wojtowicz, an international trade consultant and chairman of the Wisconsin...
What's changing with Quebec's new language rules
CBC/Radio-Canada
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June 2, 2025
New rules took effect in Quebec on Sunday requiring French to be the dominant language on store signs and imposing stricter guidelines for product packaging. The changes are part of Quebec's 2022 overhaul of its French-language law, known as Bill...
Five things about Quebec’s new language rules for businesses
Brandon Sun
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June 1, 2025
MONTREAL – New rules took effect in Quebec on Sunday requiring French to be the dominant language on store signs and imposing stricter guidelines for product packaging. The changes are part of Quebec’s 2022 overhaul of its French-language law,...
Which Air Canada Hub Handles Its Most Boeing 737 MAX 8 Flights?
Simple Flying
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June 1, 2025
Air Canada was established in 1937, and went on to become one of the founding members of the Star Alliance in 1997. Today, the carrier operates a varied fleet of more than 200 narrowbody and widebody aircraft to over 190 destinations across the...
Korean Startups Showcase Innovation at Web Summit Vancouver 2025
Korea IT Times
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June 1, 2025
Blockchain and startup investment expert Aly Madhavji emphasizes the need for startup-friendly policies under the new Korean government, mirroring the regulatory easing and business-friendly environments seen in developed nations. Vancouver,...
GOLDBERG: The time to privatize Canada Post is now
Winnipeg Sun
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June 1, 2025
Breadcrumb Trail Links Opinion Columnists As Canada Post faces strike threats and mounting losses, it's time to consider privatization. A modern, competitive delivery market could save taxpayers and improve service. Photo by Ted Rhodes /Postmedia...
'Very scary': Small business owners face uncertain future from Trump policy
Raw Story
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May 26, 2025
Small business owners are facing an uncertain future as they try to navigate president Donald Trump's trade wars. Some large corporations, such as Home Depot, have ruled out price hikes to account for higher prices due to Trump's tariffs, while...
Vancouver tech convention draws Island companies and world spotlight
CHEK
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May 29, 2025
Thousands of entrepreneurs and investors are gathering in Vancouver this week for one of the largest tech conferences in North America, Web Summit. There, the world’s tech community is mixing with B.C. companies who showcase their people, products...
Canada Post makes ‘final’ offer for labor deal amid growing losses
Yahoo Finance
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Canada Post on Wednesday reported a $611 million pre-tax loss in 2024 and simultaneously presented a “best and final” contract offer to the Canadian Union of Postal Workers with operational reforms it says are needed to stabilize finances and...
Global Dalit Conference in Toronto urges formation of TRCs
Nepal News
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June 1, 2025
TORONTO: The first-ever World Conference for a Caste-Free World, held in Toronto from May 25 to 27, 2025, concluded with a strong call for global action to dismantle caste-based discrimination. The event, attended by delegates from Nepal, India,...
Vancouver tech leaders warn B.C. is losing the war for talent
North Shore News
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Executives at Web Summit say high costs and government red tape are driving workers away Red tape and high living costs are driving Vancouver’s tech workforce to look elsewhere, according to industry execs speaking at the global Web Summit that...
Dutch entrepreneurs in Texas struggle amid U.S. import tariffs and trade uncertainty
NL Times
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June 1, 2025
Dutch entrepreneurs operating in Texas are feeling increasing pressure from U.S. import tariffs, trade conflicts, and unpredictable government policies under the Trump administration, according to Dutch broadcaster BNR. Three business owners told...
Some small businesses are swearing off tariff price hikes. It's costing them.
NBC News
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May 26, 2025
When Jeremiah Chamberlain and his wife, Harriet, started their 3D-printing business in March last year, tariffs weren’t high on their list of challenges to prepare for. “We didn’t expect to have this type of panic arise,” said Chamberlain, the...
Toronto Elementary students raise $2,200 for humane society with small businesses
WTOV9 - Ohio
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JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ohio — Fourth-grade students at Toronto Elementary School spent a month learning about entrepreneurship by running small businesses. They created and sold a variety of items, including pepperoni rolls, cookies, slime, and...
Quebec business groups seek 11th hour relief from French language law deployment
The Globe and Mail
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May 28, 2025
Quebec retailers and small businesses are urging Premier François Legault’s government to push back the implementation of new French language obligations set to take effect in mere days, saying the province hasn’t given them enough time to comply....