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Is Your Business Prepared? 6 Low-Cost Ways to Help Protect Your Business from Fraud Risks

In a recent conversation, Michael Argast, co-founder and CEO of Kobalt.io offers a snapshot of the current fraud landscape, a review of how Canadian businesses are faring and easy-to-implement measures that can go a long way toward protecting your business from today’s biggest threats.
Is Your Business Prepared? 6 Low-Cost Ways to Help Protect Your Business from Fraud Risks

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Is Your Business Prepared? 6 Low-Cost Ways to Help Protect Your Business from Fraud Risks

As we welcome the April 2025 edition of CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, we are excited to shine a spotlight on two key areas that are shaping the future of Canadian businesses: E-Commerce and Sustainability. This month’s issue delves into the latest e-commerce trends in Canada, offering essential insights to help businesses adapt to the rapidly changing digital landscape. In parallel, we take a closer look at the growing importance of sustainability within the e-commerce sector and how businesses can integrate eco-friendly practices into their operations to not only reduce their environmental footprint but also drive long-term success.
This month, we are honored to feature Shauna Lenius, President of Freshco.ca, as our Business Woman of the Month. Shauna’s remarkable leadership and innovative spirit offer valuable lessons for entrepreneurs across Canada.
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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 the fields of science, business, and environmental advocacy. Since her historic Space Shuttle Discovery flight in 1992, Roberta has inspired STEM innovation and empowered future leaders by utilizing her neuroplasticity and space medicine knowledge.
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At CanadianSME, we celebrate the diverse stories behind Canada’s thriving small businesses and startups. Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting, your journey is unique, and we want to help you share it with the world.

Lessons about the innovation economy from Canada’s small-business heroes

I recently moderated an innovation roundtable with some of Canada’s most innovative small-business owners, recipients of the Mastercard x Pier Five Small Business Fund. This year’s fund recipients were exceptional women small-business owners from across Canada who were awarded $10,000 each and the opportunity to gather for a Priceless experience that included a goal-setting workshop session, roundtable discussions on common small business challenges, and networking and mentorship opportunities.
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Fennella Bruce have more than 20 years of experience in major market newsrooms developing programming, overseeing breaking news and creating content that appeals to viewers. My extensive news and control room experience shows a proven ability to work against deadlines and make content decisions that meet journalistic standards.
In an exclusive interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, Amanda Parker, General Manager of Canada at Constant Contact, shares invaluable insights on how small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) can navigate the evolving economic landscape. With a deep passion for empowering entrepreneurs, Amanda discusses the power of technology, AI-driven marketing, and customer-centric strategies that are helping SMBs stay resilient amid economic uncertainty.
Navigating Economic Shifts

Women Entrepreneurship

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Micro-Planning, Macro Success

In this exclusive interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, Francesca shares her journey as a young entrepreneur navigating Toronto’s competitive

Business Woman of the Month: Shauna Lenius

We are pleased to highlight Shauna Lenius as our Business Woman of the Month. She is the President of Freshco.ca, representing the essence of entrepreneurship and leadership within Canada’s Facilities Management & Construction sector. Leading an acclaimed, woman-owned company with over three decades of experience, Lenius has driven Freshco’s expansion while promoting community growth and advocating for the skilled trades.
Business Woman of the Month: Shauna Lenius

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Navigating Tariff Turbulence

In an exclusive interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, Andrew Perkins, Senior Vice President leading NFP’s North American Trade Credit
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Entrepreneurship & Inclusive Growth

In an exclusive interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, Alexander Paul Burton, entrepreneur and advocate, shares his unique approach to

Building more than tech

Businesses don’t operate in isolation—they are part of the communities they serve. Trackunit believes that technology should not only drive efficiency and sustainability in the construction industry but also create lasting impact beyond the jobsite. From supporting local charities to fostering the next generation of tech talent, our commitment to giving back is woven into our everyday practices.
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The Power of Brand Building
for SMBs

Last year, small businesses that use Amazon Ads saw 25% of their sales attributed to advertising on average.1 If you’re looking to build your brand on Amazon to drive sales, Amazon Ads solutions can help you tell your story, to the right audiences, at the right times. Your brand, our audiences.
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CanadianSME is the premier and most relevant platform for SMEs in Canada. We highlight growing businesses and thought leaders with a
strong focus on innovation, growth, and marketing to generate the results you believe you are capable of.

Indigenous Entrepreneurship

Supporting Indigenous Youth | A Conversation About Outside Looking In with CEO - Hope Sanderson

In this episode of the Indigenous-SME Small Business Podcast, we explore the inspiring journey of Hope Sanderson, CEO of Outside Looking In (OLI). 

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. 

LGBTQ+ Businesses

49 Dzine: A Journey of Passion, Inclusivity, and Representation

In a compelling interview with CanadianSME, J. Nathan Rainy, the dynamic Owner and Executive Director of 49 Dzine, opened up about his journey as an LGBTQ entrepreneur. Nathan emphasized his brand’s fervent commitment to celebrating and integrating the LGBTQ community within their operations and the wider industry.

Empowering Canadian Small & Medium Enterprises.

CanadianSME Business Magazine was created through the passion and admiration for entrepreneurs. With SMEs playing such a crucial role in Canada’s business industry and contributing greatly to the economy, CanadianSME was built to provide a much-needed support system for hard-working business owners.

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Take your business to the next level by connecting with Canadian Business Leaders through the Canada Business Talks series, in association with our exclusive banking partner RBC, shipping partner UPS, exclusive hospitality partner IHG, email partner Constant Contact, tech partner Google and bronze partner F12.

Canada Business Talks is for the people who keep the vision to alter the business world, and individuals handling small business firms have an impetus. We are talking about business apprentices, small business owners, entrepreneurs, and people looking for proficient guidance and recommendations for running an efficient syndicate.

CanadianSME Video Podcast

Welcome to the CanadianSME podcast, a podcast for Canadian Small Businesses. In our podcasts, we interview Canadian experts and entrepreneurs to give small business owners access to expert knowledge that helps them grow their enterprises. Our mission is to empower Canadian small and medium enterprises and help them reach a bigger audience through our platform. Calling upon some of the most successful subject matter experts in the industry, the small business podcasts aim at identifying issues and finding solutions, all this while helping the business owners.