4,000 Canadian restaurants predicted to fail in 2026
A new forecast warns 4,000 Canadian restaurants could shut down in 2026 as consumers tighten spending. Learn the causes and what it means for the industry.
Category : Small Business
Snow Removal Costs Double Amid Salt Shortage
Private snow removal contractors in Simcoe County are grappling with a severe road salt shortage, leading to costs doubling. Learn how this crisis impacts winter maintenance.
Embrun hairstylist told to repay $17K in COVID benefits
An Embrun hairstylist faces a $17,000 repayment demand for pandemic relief funds. Dawn Barton shares her story amid ongoing CRA reviews of COVID-19 support programs.
New Innisfil tool connects entrepreneurs with local resources
The Town of Innisfil unveils an Entrepreneurial Journey Map, a new digital tool designed to guide local founders and simplify starting a business. Discover how it works.
Sudbury business owners awarded $1.5M for online attacks
A Sudbury court has awarded two local business owners $1.5 million in damages for a malicious social media campaign. Learn about the case and its implications for online harassment in Canada.
Fredericton café owner sells business due to high costs
The owner of Chess Piece Pâtisserie in downtown Fredericton is selling her business, unable to keep pace with rising expenses. Learn the story behind the closure.
Ontario Blue Box Changes Leave Small Businesses Scrambling
New Ontario Blue Box regulations create recycling gaps for London small businesses. Learn how the changes impact commercial waste and what companies are doing to adapt.
High Street sales dip amid Wellington Bridge closure
Edmonton's High Street district reports a slight sales decline as the Wellington Bridge closure disrupts traffic. Local businesses reflect on the challenges and look ahead.
Calgary outlines business relief after water main break
City officials propose financial relief measures for Calgary businesses impacted by the December 2025 water main rupture. Learn about the potential support and ongoing recovery efforts.
Guelph Business Loses $3,000 in Tools to Thieves
Guelph Police are investigating the theft of thousands of dollars worth of tools from a local business. Authorities have released images connected to the November 2025 incident. Read for details.
Rocky View County Business Licence Plan Ruffles Feathers
Rocky View County explores mandatory business licensing, drawing criticism from Langdon entrepreneurs who claim they weren't consulted. Read about the debate and potential impacts.
N.S. restaurant faces closure amid rising costs
Daniela Alonso, owner of Taquitos Cocina De Mexico in Bedford, fights to keep her doors open as inflation and expenses threaten her business. Read her story of resilience.
Sudbury Owners Win $1.5M for Social Media Attacks
A Greater Sudbury judge awards two local business owners $1.5 million in damages after enduring a prolonged and malicious online defamation campaign. Learn the details of the landmark case.
Calgary hero rescues families in flood, now his pizza shop struggles
Saud Abbasi, owner of Pizza Bae in Montgomery, helped families escape a devastating water main flood on Dec. 30, 2025. Now, his new business faces closure due to water restrictions and lost revenue. Discover his story and the impact on local shops.
Sudbury Businesses Support Vandalized Bakery
Downtown Sudbury merchants unite to help a new bakery targeted by vandals. The owner expresses deep gratitude for the community's overwhelming solidarity.
Sudbury Businesses Support Vandalized Downtown Bakery
Downtown Sudbury merchants unite to help a new bakery recover from vandalism, showcasing strong community spirit. Read about the inspiring local response.
Calgary Water Main Break Hurts Montgomery Businesses
A major water main break in Calgary forces road closures, severely impacting Montgomery shop owners who plead they are 'open for business.' City focuses on conservation.
London clothier celebrates 60th anniversary
Collins Clothier in London, Ontario, celebrates six decades of business in December 2025. Discover the story behind this local institution's enduring success and bright future.
Saskatoon youth embrace 'boring business' for entrepreneurship
Facing high costs, Saskatoon's young adults are turning to low-risk, essential service businesses like cleaning. Discover how Caleb Smith built True Blue Cleaning Solutions and why this trend is growing.
Tech Fills Gap for Canada's 2.9 Million Freelancers
As Canada's self-employed workforce grows, freelancers face mounting administrative tasks. Platforms like Indy consolidate proposals, contracts, and invoicing into one AI-powered solution to help them compete.
Edmonton Store Thrives Amid Online Shopping Boom
Discover how a local Edmonton retailer is defying the e-commerce trend and thriving with a unique, community-focused strategy. Learn their secrets to success.
Edmonton bakery lowers prices as inflation levels out
Better Baker YEG in Edmonton is reducing prices on many items as inflation stabilizes, providing welcome relief for customers ahead of the holidays. Owner Vinny Rozhdestvensky shares his story.
Edmonton's Sweet Collaboration: Cacao Husk Liqueur
Two Edmonton businesses, Above Average Drinks and Delavoye Chocolate Maker, partner to create a sustainable cacao liqueur from upcycled cacao husks. Discover this innovative local collaboration.
Winnipeg's Hanabaekss: A Pandemic Baking Success Story
Jellah Villaflor turned a lockdown hobby into a thriving Winnipeg custom cake business, Hanabaekss. Discover her inspiring journey from her parents' kitchen to sweet entrepreneurial success.
Alberta baker challenges premier over recall boycott
Brendan Hillson, owner of McBride's Bakery in Medicine Hat, publicly challenges the Alberta premier's office over a boycott tied to a product recall. Read the full story of this defiant small business stand.
Edmonton entrepreneurs host viewing party for Dragons' Den
Local Edmonton business owners from Don'ya Ukraine's Kitchen hosted a viewing party for their life-changing appearance on Dragons' Den. See their story.
$1,800 in tools stolen from Guelph business
Guelph Police are investigating the theft of power tools valued at $1,800 from a north-end business. The incident highlights ongoing property crime concerns for local enterprises.
Small businesses drive 97% of Edmonton's economy: census
New census data reveals small businesses are the backbone of Edmonton's economy, accounting for nearly all local economic activity. Discover the impact and what it means for the city's future.
Entrepreneurs Turn to Stable Web Hosting Alternatives
With online sales soaring, Canadian businesses face rising digital costs. Hostverge's WordPress hosting offers a stable, managed solution for growing ventures seeking performance and security.
Lethbridge business surveys reveal strong optimism
Three new surveys in Lethbridge, Alberta, reveal a surge in optimism among local business owners about their future prospects and the local economy. Discover the key findings.
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