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Tax and cost pressures holding back most small business from expanding: CFIB 

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A CFIB survey finds just 7% of small businesses plan significant growth over the next year, with taxes and rising costs cited as key barriers to expansion.

77% of Canadians say buying local is how they are “standing up” for their communities in the face of US tariffs

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New Meridian research reveals that 75% Canadians believe small local businesses are in for a rough two years.

52% of tariff-impacted small businesses are performing worse: Merchant Growth report

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Many Canadian small business owners say they’re an afterthought in trade negotiations and most haven’t felt the Buy Canadian boost

EY Canada honours entrepreneurs with 2026 Lifetime Achievement and Family Business Awards of Excellence

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The EY Entrepreneur Of The Year program recognizes founders behind Booster Juice, Groupe Dynamite, The Mark Anthony Group of Companies and T&T Supermarket Inc. for creating opportunity, building communities and showcasing Canadian entrepreneurship on the global stage.

One in five small business owners describe their business as “weak” or “critical”: CFIB

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Small business tax relief needs to be at the top of the agenda to restore small business confidence

Trade war puts over 50,000 Canadian small businesses at risk: CFIB

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The CFIB is calling for immediate tax relief for small businesses through a Small Business Corporate Tax Rate cut.

Alberta launches tariff portal for businesses

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The government said the portal launches as businesses continue to assess the impact of recent U.S. tariffs and Canada's planned retaliatory measures.

Small business confidence hits three-year low as costs rise and cash reserves shrink: Zensurance

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Confidence fell to 49 per cent this year, down from 58 per cent in 2025 and 70 per cent in 2024.

CFIB urges Premiers to champion tax relief and internal trade reform

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The federal small business tax rate has remained frozen at 9% since 2019, and the Small Business Deduction threshold has been unchanged at $500,000 since 2009.

How small businesses are leveraging social media and AI to capture consumer attention: Constant Contact

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Globally, 73% of small business owners identify as "Creators" in some capacity.

VIDEO: Edmonton entrepreneur warns of growing small business crisis across Canada

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“For many business owners, survival has become a daily battle."

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."

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.

American Express Canada and DMZ’s grant program returns to support Canadian small business

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Funded by Amex Canada and administered by DMZ at Toronto Metropolitan University, 100 Canadian small businesses will be selected to each receive a $10,000 CAD grant and mentoring support from DMZ.

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.

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.

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.

Direct selling becoming more attractive as a flexible entrepreneurial opportunity: DSA Canada

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Most Independent Sales Consultants participate on a part-time basis, with 55 per cent working between two and 10 hours per week

Mastercard Small Business Fund opens for 2026 applicants

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According to Statistics Canada, women-owned businesses represent almost one-fifth of private sector businesses in Canada.

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.

CFIB survey: Tax burden tops small business concerns in Canada as retailers cite costs, regulation and crime

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Overall for all sectors, the CFIB said the total tax burden has been the top concern for over 25 years.

Government of Canada invests in pathways to success for Black-led businesses in Alberta 

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$3 million in federal funding through the Black Entrepreneurship Program (BEP) Ecosystem Fund

Lessons learned along the entrepreneurial journey: Marc Lafleur

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Lafleur is a founder at heart and has taken a particular interest in mentoring up-and-coming founders.

Small businesses must be top priority as MPs return to Ottawa: CFIB

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“2025 was a rollercoaster for small businesses."
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