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Building High‑Trust Teams Through Emotional Intelligence
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In an exclusive interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, August Haig, Regional Manager, 2SLGBTQ+ Business Development at TD Bank Group,
Faster Deals. Stronger Connections: How DUCA Credit Union and PFG Financial Are Raising the Bar for Business Consultant and Accountant Partnerships
In today's business financing landscape, speed matters. Clients expect quick answers, deals move fast, and business consultants, accountants, and other
Business Woman of the Month : Sandra Corelli
Building Better Workplaces with Sandra Corelli One goal has guided Sandra Corelli's career as the founder of Humanicity Consulting Group
Beyond the Tariff Rate: What Canadian Importers Need to Know as U.S.–Canada Trade Rules Shift
Canadian importers will face higher tariffs, customs restrictions, and compliance concerns. If you attended UPS's trade webinar on September 10,
Navigating IT in the Age of AI: Why Proactive IT Has Become a Business Essential
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Making Cross-Border Money Work Harder for Canadian SMEs
In an exclusive interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, Jackee Wong, Fractional CMO at Keytom, explores how modern financial technology
How Canadian Entrepreneurs Are Transforming Local Problems Into Opportunities
Canada's most promising small enterprises sometimes start with a local need that larger companies miss. A founder perceives a problem
Celebrating Small Business Month 2026 and Powering Canada’s Entrepreneurs
In Canada, October is Small Business Month, which unites entrepreneurs, corporate executives, organizations, and communities to honour the contributions of
A Smarter Start to Cloud for Canadian SMEs
Cloud technology does not require a massive IT upgrade to be implemented in Canadian small and medium-sized businesses. The most
Canada’s Entrepreneurs Shaping the Future of Business
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Rethinking Retail: Why Dynamic Pricing is the True Driver of Small Business Innovation
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Anastasiia Shumilo From Developer to Founder: Shumi Technologies’ AI Vision
In an exclusive interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, Anastasiia Shumilo, Founder of Shumi Technologies, shares how her journey from
Helping Canadian SMEs Embrace AI Without Data Security Risks
Generative artificial intelligence can assist Canadian small and medium-sized businesses in creating content, summarizing documents, responding to common customer inquiries,
Why Canadian SMEs Need an AI Strategy
In an exclusive interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, Joshua Zaporzan, President of Audax Ventures, shares a practical perspective on
The Resilient SME: Building Growth Through Digital Innovation and Cyber Readiness
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Closing the Chronic Pain Care Gap: Dr. Zameer Pirani’s Vision for Rapid Access
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Unlocking Growth Through Government Funding and Advisory Programs
Government assistance can benefit Canadian small and medium-sized businesses, but only when it is tailored to a specific company need.
Canada‑First Growth: How RVezy Scaled North America
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Giving Busy Canadians Back What Matters Most: Time
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Building in Public: How Stan Creates Momentum
In an exclusive interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, Vitalii Dodonov, Co-Founder and CEO of Stan, shares how building openly,
Preparing Canadian Businesses for Cyber Risks: Ransomware and Fraud Threats
Cyber insurance can assist a Canadian small- or medium-sized organization in recovering from a ransomware attack, a fraud incident, or
Bringing the WOW! Factor to Everyday Employee Connectivity
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The CRA Registration Change That Depends On Whether You Have Filed
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Technology Empowering Indigenous and Diverse Entrepreneurs
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Building High‑Trust Teams Through Emotional Intelligence
Welcome to the October 2026 edition of CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, where we celebrate Small Business Month and explore the growing importance of Cybersecurity in today’s business environment. This issue recognizes the entrepreneurs, innovators, and small businesses that continue to strengthen Canada’s economy while highlighting the strategies and technologies needed to navigate an increasingly digital world.
We are proud to feature Sandra Corelli, Founder of Humanicity Consulting Group and Humanicity Psychotherapy, as our Business Woman of the Month, celebrating leadership focused on human connection, wellbeing, and organizational growth.
This edition also brings valuable insights from industry leaders, including Nadine Zeinoun Khoury, Executive & Leadership Coach and Founder of Coach Nadine Zeinoun Inc., on building high-trust teams through emotional intelligence; August Haig, Regional Manager, 2SLGBTQ+ Business Development at TD Bank Group, on financial inclusion and economic opportunity; and Vitalii Dodonov, Co-Founder and CEO of Stan, on building momentum through transparency and innovation.
Expert Advice from Louise Southall
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The Endowment Effect You make it, you own it.
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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 changing world of exports: Q&A with UPS Canada
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How to Create an Atmosphere Where Mental Health is
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Rethinking Retail: Why Dynamic Pricing
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Rethinking Retail: Why Dynamic Pricing is the True Driver
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Tips for SMBs Stuck in the Debate: Vibe Coding
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The Financial Operating System for Canada’s 1.3 Million Small
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Thirty Years of Empowering Young Founders: How Futurpreneur Helps
A young entrepreneur with a strong business idea and no...
Why Many Small Business Websites Fail to Generate Leads
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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.
How to Implement Sustainable Practices
Sustainability is now a requirement, not an option. You may...
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Young Founders Building Lobo Worldwide
In this exclusive feature, Danielle Lobo and Kimberly Lobo, co-founders...
Navigating Online Crisis With Tieja
In this exclusive CanadianSME Small Business Magazine interview, Tieja MacLaughlin,...
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She Thrives: From Training to First Paycheque

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Empowering Indigenous Entrepreneurs: Government and Private Sector Support in Canada
In 2025, Indigenous entrepreneurs continue to play a pivotal role in Canada's economy, fostering innovation, generating employment, and strengthening community
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
If we could summarize in one word the essence of Indigenous cultural heritage, it would certainly be humane. With their
Championing Change: Organizations Supporting Indigenous-owned Businesses
There has been a rising awareness in recent years of the significance of aiding and strengthening Indigenous people all over
Black Entrepreneurship
Leading with Inclusion: Making Black History Month Count All Year
As we celebrate Black History Month, we see this as a time to recognize, honour, and reflect on the achievements,
Celebrating 100 Years of Black History in 2026
Black History Month 2026 has a special resonance with the theme "A Century of Black History Commemorations," which honours 100
Bridging Excellence: Hazel Lord’s Vision
In an exclusive interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, Hazel Lord, Founder of Pearl Operational Design and 2023 Black Entrepreneur
Resilience in Action: Edward Anassah’s Vision
In an exclusive interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, Edward Anassah, founder of Humble Beginning Stories (HBS) and recipient of
Breaking Barriers: The Jobfather’s Tech Revolution
In an exclusive interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, Jermaine L. Murray, widely known as The Jobfather, shares his journey
FACE: Forging Economic Equality
In an exclusive interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, Tiffany Callender, Co-Founder and CEO of FACE, shares her mission to
Bridging the CFO Gap
In an exclusive interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, Carleen Dehaney, Founder of FXO Consulting and a WXN Top 100
Revolutionizing Career Transitions: Prosfata’s Vision
In an exclusive interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, Norman Musengimana, Founder and CEO of Prosfata Inc., shares his insights
Breaking Barriers, Building Legacies: The Power of Inclusive Entrepreneurship
In an exclusive interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, Nadine Spencer, CEO of BrandEQ Agency and BLCKS Enterprise, shares her
LGBTQ+ Businesses
49 Dzine: A Journey of Passion, Inclusivity, and Representation
How LGBTQ+ Entrepreneurs in Canada Are Entering Global Markets
For years, many LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs in Canada developed successful firms close to home but lacked the networks, funding, and confidence
Inclusive Finance: Expert Guidance for Empowering Indigenous and LGBTQ+ Entrepreneurs
In Canada, Indigenous and LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs continue to face obstacles in obtaining funding, controlling risk, and growing their businesses. New
The 2SLGBTQI+ Entrepreneurship Program: New Opportunities for LGBTQ+ Business Owners in Canada
Over 100,000 enterprises are run by 2SLGBTQI+ entrepreneurs in Canada, who employ over 435,000 people and play a significant role
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
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.






