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I recently moderated an innovation roundtable with some of Canada's most innovative small-business owners, recipients of the Mastercard x Pier

Business Woman of the Month: Shauna Lenius
Inspirational Entrepreneur Leading the Forefront in Facilities & Construction Management and Community Advocacy We are pleased to highlight Shauna Lenius

Dr. Roberta Bondar: From Space Pioneer to STEM Leadership Visionary
As the first female astronaut from Canada and the first neurologist in space, Dr. Roberta Bondar has revolutionized leadership in

Navigating Economic Shifts
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Two Trees Studio: Redefining Web Design with Personalized Solutions and Continuous Support
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Digital marketing that gets social right: meet The Social Agency
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Beyond the Sale: How Employee Ownership Keeps Your Business and People Together
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Safeguarding Canadian Businesses: The AI Revolution in Fraud Prevention
As Fraud Prevention Month comes in March 2025, Canadian businesses face a constantly changing financial risk landscape. Over the last

Revolutionizing Canadian Retail: AI, Sustainability, and Phygital Experiences in 2025
As we approach 2025, Canadian retail is experiencing a seismic transformation, fueled by rapid technological improvements and changing consumer expectations.

Fortifying Canadian SMEs: Essential Cybersecurity Best Practices for 2025
As we approach 2025, Canadian small and medium-sized organizations (SMEs) will face a more complex digital threat scenario. Cybercriminals are

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Cloud Computing for a Greener Tomorrow: Canadian Innovations in Sustainable Business Practices
Cloud technology is quickly becoming a crucial driver of sustainable development for Canadian small and medium-sized organizations (SMEs) as they

The Precision Effect
Why Specificity Sell Have you ever noticed how a precisely worded statement seems more credible than a vague generalization? Or

Why Custom Branding Still Matters in an AI-Driven World
In today’s digital landscape, artificial intelligence has revolutionized the way businesses approach marketing, content creation, and even design. AI-generated templates

Beyond Burnout: Building Resilient Teams for Long-Term Success
In an exclusive interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, Aanchal Vash, Mental Health Speaker, High-Performance Wellness Expert, and 5x Bestselling

Sleeping Towards Success
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Navigating Tariff Turbulence
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Expert Advice from Louise Southall
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An Innovative Leader with a Passion for Helping Communities
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Startup Canada Announces Top 6 Finalists in National Virtual
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The Great Resignation: How workplace culture and incentives have
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Revolutionizing Leadership: Your CxO’s Fractional C-SAAS Transforming Startups
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How to Implement Sustainable Practices
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How to Understand and Benefit from Canada’s USMCA Trade Agreement?
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Breaking Barriers, Building Legacies:
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Next-Gen Leaders: Canadian Industry Pioneers Under-30 Entrepreneurs
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Authentic Video Advertising: The SMB’s Path to Social Media
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Micro-Planning, Macro Success


Emily Lyons: Championing Women in Entrepreneurship and Redefining Event Excellence


Trailblazers of Progress: Celebrating Women Entrepreneurs in Canada
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Digital Transformation, Globally Delivered
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2025 Canadian SMB Outlook: Navigating the Next Wave of
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Leveraging Cloud Technology for Sustainable Growth in 2025
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New Beginnings: Jeannette Sinclair’s Journey into Entrepreneurshipwith Indig Design
According to the Canadian Government, only 17% of Canadian small and medium-sized businesses are owned by women. This can be
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True Means of Inclusive Solutions for Underrepresented Entrepreneurs by Innovate Inclusion
Innovate Inclusion is a Canadian not-for-profit organization that promotes the financial success of disadvantaged entrepreneurs by promoting access, doing diversity
Indigenomics SHE’s Impact on Economic Progress: Emancipating Indigenous Women
A paradigm-shifting wave is reshaping cultural norms as well as economic dynamics in the landscape of Indigenous enterprises. As the
Celebrating Indigenous History Month: Recognizing 5 Exceptional Indigenous Entrepreneurs in Canada
June is National Indigenous History Month, a time to celebrate and recognize the diverse cultures, contributions, heritage, and histories of Indigenous
National Indigenous History Month
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Championing Change: Organizations Supporting Indigenous-owned Businesses
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Meet the First Nations team behind Futurpreneur’s Startup Program
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Sunshine Tenasco: Representing The Tenacity And Strength Of The Indigenous Women
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Ontario Disability Employment Network Receives
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Celebrating Excellence: The CanadianSME Diversity and Inclusion Award
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Black Entrepreneurship
Corine Sobela’s Journey with AFI Épicerie
CanadianSME Small Business Magazine interviewed Corine Sobela, the visionary owner of AFI Épicerie in Longueuil, Québec, renowned for its African and Island/Caribbean delicacies. Corine detailed her entrepreneurial odyssey leading to the store’s inception and its niche specialization. A proud recipient of the Emerging Black Entrepreneur Award at the Rock My Business Start-Up Awards, she discussed how this accolade and her association with Futurpreneur’s program have influenced her business mindset.


10 Black Entrepreneurs to Watch in Canada in 2025
As 2025 commences, a new wave of inventive Black entrepreneurs is transforming the Canadian corporate scene. These visionaries are creating

Shining Bright: Glorifying the Black Entrepreneur of the Year Award
To succeed as an entrepreneur, you must be resourceful, determined, and creative. Black business owners in Canada have additional challenges

Lived experience is critical to providing the right support for Black entrepreneurs
“When an entrepreneur can connect with a business advisor who looks like them, who sounds like them, and who knows

Corine Sobela’s Journey with AFI Épicerie
CanadianSME Small Business Magazine interviewed Corine Sobela, the visionary owner of AFI Épicerie in Longueuil, Québec, renowned for its African

Leadership, AI, and Entrepreneurial Drive: A Collision Experience with Shegun Otulana
Shegun Otulana is the founder/CEO of Harmony Venture Labs (HVL), a venture studio that owns and operates a family of

Engaging Target Audiences in a Changing Market: Delly Dyer’s Insights
In a recent interaction with CanadianSME, Delly Dyer, the Senior Manager of Consumer Brand Marketing at DoorDash Canada, shared her

Emmanuela Okon, Founder of E’s Element: A Multifaceted Entrepreneur
Our Entrepreneur of the Week has been awarded to someone whose business journey is nothing short of inspiring many youngsters

Redefining Success: A Conversation with Entrepreneur and Investor Zoey Dash McKenzie
Former beauty queen and model turned entrepreneur and investor In our recent interview, we had the pleasure of speaking with

Mustafa Sisters: The Founders of Sabreen Cosmetics
Sabreen Cosmetics is on a mission to provide clean, luxurious beauty products that inspire women to delight in the unapologetic
LGBTQ+ Businesses
49 Dzine: A Journey of Passion, Inclusivity, and Representation


The importance of being 2SLGBTQIA+ welcoming for any business.
A Telus study, that is exactly in line with every other study ever done on the topic, tells us that

Rainbow Certified: Fueled by a Desire for Representation and Inclusivity
In a captivating interview, Rachael and Sarah, the co-founders of Rainbow Certified, shared their enriching journey as LGBTQ entrepreneurs. They

Celebrating Diversity: Kiss My Art’s Commitment to the LGBTQ Community
In a thought-provoking interview, Michelle, the queer Canadian artist and spirit behind Kiss My Art, shared her journey as an

Junto Studio: Embracing and Celebrating the LGBTQ Community
In an engaging interview, Theresa and Rana, the power-duo behind Junto Studio, enlightened us on their journey as LGBTQ entrepreneurs.
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