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Exclusive Articles

Screen-Free Learning
and Nutrition With Bellybees

In an exclusive interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, Rohanthi (Ro) Wijewickrama, Founder & CEO of Bellybees, shares how a deeply personal parenting choice evolved into a purpose-driven children’s brand redefining early learning and nutrition. What began as a desire to offer her son clean, nourishing food has grown into a holistic platform supporting families through screen-free education, creativity, and intentional childhood development.

Latest Articles

Screen-Free Learning
and Nutrition With Bellybees

Welcome to the January 2026 edition of CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, where we kick off the new year with a special focus on entrepreneurship. This issue is dedicated to celebrating Canadian entrepreneurs, offering insights on how technology, trends, and sound business advice are shaping the future of small businesses across the country.

We are excited to highlight Nancy Foran, Founder and President of ESG Partners Inc., as our Business Woman of the Month, recognizing her leadership and commitment to empowering businesses through ESG principles. In addition, we dive into the New Blueprint for SMB Tech, presented by Samsung, exploring how small businesses can leverage productivity, security, and smart AI to drive growth in 2026.

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Special Messages 2026

The New Blueprint for SMB Tech: Productivity, Security, and Smart AI

Small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in Canada are facing a pivotal moment. The evolution of hybrid work, rising customer expectations, and the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) are reshaping what it means to stay competitive. Today’s SMBs aren’t just looking for tools – they’re looking for a technology blueprint that supports resilience, smart operations, and 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.

Managing cash flow: Your guide to financial resilience as a small business owner in Canada

Managing cash flow has become a central part of small business finance in Canada. This article outlines practical steps to help small business owners strengthen financial resilience through consistent cash flow tracking, accurate forecasting, efficient payroll processes and the use of digital tools for better visibility. It also highlights how planning and clear communication can support steady operations and improve financial planning for small business owners across changing economic conditions.

How Amex Grants
Help Restaurants Thrive

In an exclusive interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, Kerri-Ann Santaguida, Vice President and General Manager of Merchant Services Canada at American Express, shares how one of the world’s most trusted financial brands is translating global scale into meaningful local impact for Canadian small businesses.

Women Entrepreneurship

CanadianSME

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: Nancy Foran

Nancy Foran, the founder and president of ESG Partners, Canada, is a trailblazing figure at the nexus of corporate expansion, sustainability, and governance. Foran and her Halifax-based consultancy have decades of experience and have played a key role in helping businesses of all sizes incorporate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives into their core operations, resulting in positive impact and competitive advantage.

How Canadian SMEs Lead

Displaying resilience through innovation, Canadian SMEs are powered by entrepreneurs...

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Email Interviews

The End of the Blog-Heavy SEO Era: What Actually Works for Local Businesses in 2026

If your SEO agency has you publishing four blog posts every month, building separate pages for every nearby city, and telling you to “just wait 6-12 months for results,” you’re following a 2022 playbook that no longer works.
The local SEO landscape has fundamentally shifted, yet most small businesses are still paying for outdated strategies that waste money and deliver little to no ranking improvement. Here’s what’s changed and what you should be doing instead.

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.

CanadianSME Small Business Podcast

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.

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.