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Most small businesses worry higher fuel costs could cool summer tourism season: CFIB

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"Fuel costs have been squeezing small businesses from all sides: at the pump, across their supply chains and in their customers' wallets."

Business Barometer: Small business owners continue to feel downcast in June: CFIB

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Fuel costs remain the top cost constraint for 66% of small businesses, while weak demand continues to weigh on more than half (53%) of small firms.

Parliament rises without delivering for small businesses – again: CFIB

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Nearly three in four (73%) of small firms say they don't feel supported by the federal government.

CFIB urges Ottawa to protect supply chains in Canada Labour Code reforms

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"Cancelled orders, delayed shipments, lost income: small businesses pay the price every time federally regulated supply chains grind to a halt."

CFIB calls out lack of progress on direct-to-consumer alcohol agreement ahead of month-end deadline 

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77% of small businesses think Canadians should have the freedom to order Canadian wine, beer, and craft spirits directly from any province or territory without restrictions.

Small business confidence falls steeply in May: CFIB

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"Demand is weak, costs, especially fuel, are high and conditions don’t show signs of improving."

Expectations mismatch fueling Canada’s youth unemployment challenges: CFIB

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Nearly two-thirds (62%) of small businesses recruit through personal connections, referrals from people they trust.

Rising fertilizer prices, supply disruptions hitting over 4 in 10 Canadian agri-businesses: CFIB 

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Most (90%) agri-businesses said they’re worried about the future of Canadian agriculture due to the regulatory burden.

Canada losing businesses at an alarming rate: CFIB

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Business exits in Canada have outpaced new business entries since early 2024, and the problem seems to be getting worse.

Canadian GDP to rebound in the first two quarters of 2026: CFIB

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Canadian economy grew 1.6% in Q1 2026 and is expected to increase to 1.6% in Q2.

CFIB calling on measures in federal budget to address declining entrepreneurship

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The CFIB said 73% of small firms say they are not confident that the federal government has their back as a business owner.

Some Canadian businesses may be eligible for U.S. tariff refunds: CFIB

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Approximately one-third of small Canadian exporters faced tariffs on goods that did not qualify for the CUSMA exemption.

Small businesses see fuel costs as key constraint to growth: CFIB

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Small business long-term optimism improved modestly to 58.5 points in April, following the sharp decline recorded in March.

More businesses have been closing than opening in Canada: CFIB

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The entrepreneurial drought, a sustained period of four or more quarters where business exits outpace new business entries, has been ongoing since early 2024.

Federal government temporary suspension of excise fuel taxes good news for Canadian businesses

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Starting April 20, Canada's new government will suspend the full amount of the tax on gasoline and diesel until September 7.

Fuel tax relief lagging while Alberta small businesses face sustained price pressures: CFIB

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CFIB’s March Business Barometer shows fuel costs are a major constraint for 42% of Alberta small businesses, demonstrating the scale and seriousness of the issue.

Small businesses urge governments to keep momentum on reducing internal trade barriers: CFIB

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Business owners continue to face obstacles such as duplicative testing requirements, inconsistent provincial regulations, and restrictions on moving goods and services across provincial borders. 

Small business confidence loses momentum amid rising energy costs: CFIB

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Several cost concerns increased this month, with the share of businesses worried about fuel costs jumping from 36% in February to 50% in March.

Changes to Temporary Foreign Worker Program applauded by business groups

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Helping employers who are facing severe labour shortages.

Small businesses call for stronger domestic energy supply amid global uncertainty: CFIB

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An overwhelming majority (90%) of small businesses say governments should prioritize increasing Canada's energy production and capacity to better support the economy and ensure businesses have reliable access to the energy they need to operate.

More than 1.3 million temporary work permits set to expire by the end of 2026, leaving small businesses scrambling: CFIB

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According to CFIB’s Monthly Business Barometer, skilled labour shortages remain the second highest constraint on sales and growth for 39% of small businesses.

One year into the trade war, half of Canadian small businesses no longer feel the U.S. is a reliable trading partner: CFIB

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Three-quarters (75%) of small businesses say the tariff fight has strained their relationships with U.S. partners or clients, up sharply from 49% in March 2025.

Small business optimism climbs above historical norms for the first time since 2022: CFIB

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Confidence levels among almost all provinces hovered just above or around their historical averages, while most sectors saw gains in their 12-month outlook.

Patchwork approach threatens Canada’s internal trade progress: CFIB

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Provinces and the federal government have delivered several additional milestones, including additional mutual recognition legislation, eliminating internal trade exceptions and most recently signing the landmark pan-Canadian Mutual Recognition Agreement (CRMA).

U.S. Supreme Court ruling on Trump tariffs a welcome development for Canadian businesses, but President announces more tariffs

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But many questions remain on future impact of the ruling.
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