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How EY Entrepreneurs Of The Year® winners are shaping Canada’s future

In an exclusive interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, Isaac Langleben and Jacqueline Prehogan of Open Farm, alongside Daniel Baer, EY Entrepreneur Of The Year National Program Director, share insights into what it takes to build and lead in today’s evolving business landscape. This conversation brings together perspectives from both founders and ecosystem leaders, highlighting how purpose-driven businesses can scale responsibly while navigating uncertainty.

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When Women Gain, Communities Grow

Happy International Women’s Day! This year’s theme, “Give to Gain,” is incredibly personal to me. As a leader overseeing our

Choosing a payroll and HR solution provider for your small business

With numerous options and a wide range of features available in the Canadian market, selecting a small business payroll and HR solution provider can be confusing. As with any big decision, conducting thorough research will increase the likelihood of making the right choice.

Black entrepreneurs

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Black Founders Shaping Canada’s SME Economy

Black entrepreneurs are increasingly important in Canada’s small business sector, driving innovation, job creation, and community wealth-building despite ongoing systemic

How EY Entrepreneurs Of The Year® winners are shaping Canada’s future

Welcome to the April 2026 edition of CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, where we place a special focus on E-Commerce in Canada and Sustainability. As digital adoption accelerates and expectations around responsible growth intensify, Canadian small and medium sized businesses are being called to innovate with purpose and scale with strategy.

This issue explores key E-Commerce trends in Canada, alongside expert insights on cloud, AI, finance, and leadership. Our Business Woman of the Month, Elyse Boulet of Pigeon Brands, shares her perspective on building strong, resilient brands with clear growth strategy.

From practical AI adoption with Sage to industrial AI, modern T and E solutions with SAP Concur, and smarter finance frameworks with Enkel, this edition focuses on implementation that delivers results. We also feature insights from Marsh Canada on emerging global risks, perspectives from EY Entrepreneurs Of The Year winners, and guidance from ADP on choosing the right payroll and HR solutions to support sustainable growth.

Share Your Journey With Us

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.

Making AI Work for Small Business: Closing the Gap Between Adoption and Impact

In an exclusive interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, Cinzia Bazzo, Managing Director of Canada at Sage, shares why many SMEs are struggling to turn AI adoption into real results. Cinzia Bazzo highlights the gap between experimentation and execution, and explains how a focused, practical approach can help businesses improve efficiency and decision-making in today’s economy.
In an exclusive interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, Trevor Mapplebeck, Managing Director and Strategic Advisor at Marsh Canada, shares a grounded perspective on how small and medium-sized businesses can navigate rising uncertainty across global markets.
This conversation explores the real risks shaping 2026, from geopolitical shifts and capital constraints to cyber threats and climate exposure.

The Future of Low-Waste

Returns are becoming an increasingly significant environmental issue and a...

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 theMonth:
Elyse Boulet

Elyse Boulet, CEO and Managing Partner at Pigeon Brands, leads one of Canada’s most renowned brand strategy and design firms, with offices in Toronto and Montréal. She is known for her honest, collaborative leadership and “truth as rocket fuel” mindset. She leads a team of daring brand, design, and communications specialists who create brands that do more than just look good; they achieve measurable business results.

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How Canadian SMEs Lead

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Why Google Rankings Are a Game-Changer for Small Businesses

Strong Google exposure enables small businesses to develop, compete, and establish enduring client trust. Due to their vast budgets, big businesses dominated marketing for many years. Google has changed the game today. By merely placing higher in local search results, small firms can suddenly outperform larger rivals. In competitive markets, Google rankings create opportunities, boost awareness, and provide fairness by levelling the playing field. Page Pros uses RankPRO’s strategic approach to SEO to help small businesses fully capitalize on this change.

CanadianSME Small Business Magazine

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

Bridging Borders: KC Goundiam’s Vision for SME Growth

In an exclusive interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, Karima-Catherine (KC) Goundiam, founder of B2BeeMatch and Red Dot Digital, shares insights on digital transformation, global networking, and scaling SMEs. She highlights the power of private-public partnerships, overcoming digital adoption challenges, and breaking barriers as a Black woman entrepreneur. As we celebrate Black History Month, her message to aspiring entrepreneurs is clear: stay focused, leverage your strengths, and build with resilience.

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.

Canada Business Talks

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, tech partner Google and Preferred HR and
Payroll Partner ADP.

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.