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Business Continiuity

How to Create a Business Continuity Plan

Businesses fail. It's a reality many of us don’t want to face because we don’t want to think about worst-case scenarios. This is because unexpected occurrences happen more often than you think. For example, there could...
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How to Hire Your First Employee in Canada

In Canada, according to Statista, the workforce stood at 20.72 million in 2024, with this expected to grow by about 360,000 people between 2024 and 2026. If you’re operating a business and expect to be hiring...
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Private vs. Bank Business Loans in Canada: Key Differences

Running a business in Canada often means figuring out how to fund growth, whether that’s buying new equipment, expanding your space, or covering day-to-day expenses. But not all loans are created equal. Understanding the difference between...
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Seasonal Financing Tips: Get Your Business Holiday-Ready

Here's the thing about the holidays: they can absolutely transform your business's bottom line. Or they can leave you watching from the sidelines as competitors scoop up all those eager customers. For most Canadian small businesses,...
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Top Reasons Business Loan Applications Get Rejected in Canada (And How to Fix Them)

Getting rejected for a business loan feels personal. Like the bank looked at everything you've built and said "not good enough." Here's what they don't tell you: most business loan denial Canada cases aren't about your...

Top 5 Smart Ways to Use a Business Loan to Grow in 2025

A business loan can be a game-changer, but only if you use it wisely. Extra capital gives you the chance to do more than just cover bills; it lets you invest in growth that truly takes...