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

Mario Toneguzzi -
Starting April 20, Canada's new government will suspend the full amount of the tax on gasoline and diesel until September 7.
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Changes to Temporary Foreign Worker Program applauded by business groups

Mario Toneguzzi -
Helping employers who are facing severe labour shortages.
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Small businesses call for stronger domestic energy supply amid global uncertainty: CFIB

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

Mario Toneguzzi -
According to CFIB’s Monthly Business Barometer, skilled labour shortages remain the second highest constraint on sales and growth for 39% of small businesses.
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One year into the trade war, half of Canadian small businesses no longer feel the U.S. is a reliable trading partner: CFIB

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

Mario Toneguzzi -
But many questions remain on future impact of the ruling.
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Trump tariff threat could be “massive blow” to Canadian economy

Mario Toneguzzi -
"Any threat to our economy can cause consumers and businesses to pause spending and decisions."
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600,000 small businesses to receive $623 million in final carbon tax rebate starting today: CFIB

Mario Toneguzzi -
Rebates will be based on the number of T4s issued by an employer, and the Canada Revenue Agency will automatically issue the rebates to eligible businesses in Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador.
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$623 million to be returned to 600,000 small businesses in December in final carbon tax rebate: CFIB

Mario Toneguzzi -
This will end the long battle against the consumer/small business carbon tax, says the CFIB.
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Struggling small businesses won’t find much help in the federal budget: CFIB

Mario Toneguzzi -
Federal budget was a missed opportunity to provide meaningful tax relief to Canada’s employers.
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CFIB releases new report challenging 5 myths around Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program

Mario Toneguzzi -
The CFIB says there are dozens of legitimate reasons why small businesses use the program.
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Canada Post risks losing nearly two-thirds of small business customers if the strike continues: CFIB

Mario Toneguzzi -
According to CFIB data, 13% of small businesses have stopped using Canada Post since the last strike.
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Massive transformation of “effectively insolvent” Canada Post; postal workers go on strike

Mario Toneguzzi -
Canada Post is now facing an existential crisis. Since 2018, the corporation has accumulated more than $5 billion in losses.
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Hike in U.S. tariffs will harm small businesses in Canada

Mario Toneguzzi -
CFIB is calling on government to release the billions that have been collected by Canada’s retaliatory tariffs
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Small Canadian exporters are covering cost of U.S. tariffs: CFIB

Mario Toneguzzi -
CFIB said it sent a letter to the federal government, urging it to consider several options to providing financial relief to businesses.
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Nearly 2 in 3 small businesses may permanently drop Canada Post if strike resumes following vote: CFIB

Mario Toneguzzi -
Four in five businesses still use Canada Post, according to the CFIB
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CFIB urges parties to avoid another unnecessary Canada Post strike

Mario Toneguzzi -
"If no deal is reached between Canada Post and its union and strike action takes place in the coming weeks, the impact on small business will be significant." - CFIB
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Buying Canadian? Steps to avoid unintentionally harming Canadian businesses: CFIB (OP-ED)

Mario Toneguzzi -
CFIB has created some terrific signage to promote buying local as a way of buying Canadian.
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Half of small businesses no longer feel U.S. a reliable trading partner: CFIB

Mario Toneguzzi -
The CFIB said 32% of business owners have already shifted to suppliers/markets within Canada, 27% plan to increase their investment in Canada, while 33% intend to reduce efforts in the U.S. over the next six months. 
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Urgent carbon tax, capital gains questions: CFIB

Mario Toneguzzi -
As small firms are dealing with U.S.-Canada and Chinese tariffs, the CFIB is urging government and all parties to find a way to fix the outstanding tax matters.
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Tariffs a massive broadside to Canadian economy: CFIB; Prime Minister Trudeau response

Mario Toneguzzi -
The majority of small business owners support retaliatory tariffs but recognize that they will hit an even broader swath of our economy than the US tariffs themselves, says the CFIB.
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Just 5% of small businesses saw a sales boost from the GST/HST holiday: CFIB

Mario Toneguzzi -
By all accounts the government’s GST holiday was a flop for small businesses, says the CFIB.
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Government of Canada announces deferral in implementation of change to capital gains inclusion rate

Mario Toneguzzi -
The federal government’s decision to delay implementation of proposed changes to the capital gains inclusion rate provides temporary relief for taxpayers.
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CFIB calls on customers for patience over GST/HST administrative nightmare before Christmas

Mario Toneguzzi -
A recent CFIB survey found that only 4% of small businesses expect to see stronger sales as a result of the temporary GST/HST holiday.
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Only 4% of small businesses expect stronger sales as a result of the temporary GST/HST holiday: CFIB

Mario Toneguzzi -
The CFIB says small firms – particularly those in retail – do not have the time or resources to effectively make the changes to accommodate this temporary change.
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Läderach Unveils New Boutique on Toronto’s Bloor Street

Craig Patterson -
Läderach has opened a new boutique on Bloor Street, marking the Swiss chocolatier’s first Canadian street-front location. A national expansion will see more Vancouver locations before moving into Alberta.

King Living opens flagship Toronto showroom

Craig Patterson -
Australian brand King Living opens a 12,000-sq-ft Toronto showroom in the Castlefield Design District, offering modular furniture, design services, and a gallery-like retail experience.

The Kenrick Hotel Banff Unveils Major Luxury Renovation

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The Kenrick Hotel in Banff reopens after a multi-phase luxury renovation by BUILD IT, offering upgraded suites, spa, dining, and event spaces.

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