Small business

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Economic Indicators

Small business confidence falls in September

“We’re still seeing flatness in the overall economy," says CFIB.

By Staff |September 29, 2016

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Economic Indicators

Ontario businesses expect less growth in 2017

The survey found 67% of small businesses expect growth this year, down 11% from 2015.

By Staff |September 28, 2016

3 min read

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Planning and Advice

Is a small business less risky than a boss?

Just 43% of business owners said that having a great idea for a business is what drove them to start a business.

By Staff |September 28, 2016

1 min read

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Industry

Ontario workplace insurance board cuts rates

Small businesses welcomed the Ontario Workplace Safety and Insurance Board's decision to cut rates by an average of 5% per cent across all sectors.

By Staff |September 15, 2016

1 min read