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Creating Predictable Revenue in any business
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What busy Canadian business owners need from their back office to thrive
“There’s a gap between what’s required for SMBs to be successful and thrive and the support that they’re actually getting.”
Solving the “People Puzzle” in Small Business
Running a small business often means wearing multiple hats — but one of the most challenging roles is managing people.
HP Canada and Pier Five Show How AI Is Moving from Hype to Action
Artificial intelligence is no longer a distant dream for Canadian entrepreneurs. It is becoming a useful business tool that enables
Inside Bosch Building Technologies: The Place to Be in Building Tech
In an exclusive interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, Rich Cillessen, President & CEO of Bosch Building Technologies North America,
Amazon’s Second Canadian Upfront Showcases a New Era of Connected Advertising and Entertainment
The worlds of entertainment, sports, technology, and advertising came together in Toronto for Amazon’s second annual Upfront presentation, which revealed a bold vision for the future of media and brand interaction. From NBA champion Kyle Lowry reflecting on Toronto’s historic basketball journey to Michael Bublé and Drew Scott announcing a new hockey-focused original series, the event showcased Amazon’s efforts to create a unified ecosystem in which premium content, advanced advertising technology, and consumer insights collaborate to deliver meaningful experiences for audiences and measurable brand outcomes.
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Business Woman of the Month: Kiran Bains
Kiran Bains Helping Canadian Food Entrepreneurs Grow from Kitchen to Retail Kiran Bains, MSc, RD, is a five-time founder, investor,
Creating Predictable Revenue in any business
In my experience, most CEO and CFOs biggest pet peeve is unpredictable revenue from the sales team. The blame
What busy Canadian business owners need from their back office to thrive
“There’s a gap between what’s required for SMBs to be successful and thrive and the support that they’re actually getting.”
Solving the “People Puzzle” in Small Business
Running a small business often means wearing multiple hats — but one of the most challenging roles is managing people.
HP Canada and Pier Five Show How AI Is Moving from Hype to Action
Artificial intelligence is no longer a distant dream for Canadian entrepreneurs. It is becoming a useful business tool that enables
Inside Bosch Building Technologies: The Place to Be in Building Tech
In an exclusive interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, Rich Cillessen, President & CEO of Bosch Building Technologies North America,
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Building a Stronger Canada Through Women’s Success
It is a pleasure to send my warmest greetings to CanadianSME Magazine and to the exceptional entrepreneurs and readers marking
March 9, 2026
From Small Business Owners to Accountants, ADP Canada is Here to Support You!
Ever since my childhood, I’ve benefitted immensely from my family’s support and encouragement to follow my passion and ambition. Did
March 9, 2026
Building Equality Through Collective Action
International Women’s Day is a moment to pause but more importantly, to recommit. Progress for women in business has never
March 9, 2026
Give to Gain: Why Supporting Women and Small Business Uplifts Us All
As we mark International Women’s Day, the theme Give to Gain resonates deeply with me because the most meaningful growth
March 9, 2026
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
March 9, 2026
IWD 2026: Give to Gain: Fueling Growth Through Women Founders
On International Women’s Day, the theme Give to Gain underscores for me that investing in women entrepreneurs is an investment
March 9, 2026
Beyond Commodity IT: How Canadian SMEs Can Modernize for Smarter Growth
In an exclusive interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, Shawn Chang, General Manager of the System Business Group at ASUS North America, shares insights into how Canadian businesses can rethink technology as a strategic driver of growth rather than a routine operational expense. As organizations navigate increasing demands around productivity, security, hybrid work, and artificial intelligence, Shawn discusses the critical role that modern business devices play in helping teams stay agile, efficient, and competitive.
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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
February 18, 2026
From Vision to Venture: Chelsea Jambo on Wellness, Women, and Breaking Barriers
In an exclusive interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, Chelsea Jambo, Founder & CEO of OURbody, shares her journey from
February 18, 2026
Jason Murray on 20 Years of Building an Inclusive C‑Suite
In this exclusive interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, Jason Murray, Founder and Managing Partner of BES Executive Search Inc.,
February 18, 2026
Beyond Commodity IT: How Canadian SMEs Can Modernize for Smarter Growth
Welcome to the June 2026 edition of CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, where we place a spotlight on Banking, Finance, Insurance, and Diversity & Inclusion. This issue arrives at an important moment, reflecting the evolving landscape of small business banking, financial innovation, and the growing impact of supporting Indigenous- and LGBTQ+-owned businesses. As we celebrate Pride Month, this edition emphasizes the value of equity, inclusion, and representation—not only as social imperatives but as essential drivers of sustainable growth and community impact.
We are proud to feature Bella Onay, Founder of MOM2MOM BIZ, as our Business Woman of the Month, highlighting leadership that combines vision, purpose, and resilience. This edition brings insights from industry leaders, including Shawn Chang on Beyond Commodity IT: How Canadian SMEs Can Modernize for Smarter Growth, Sarah Warsi on From Complexity to Clarity: Smarter IT for Small Business, and Benjamin Liu on Building Canada’s Connected Future, One Smart Network.
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The end of Build vs. Buy: How AI is rewriting the rules for SMB software
SMBs typically buy off-the-shelf software for operations because custom development costs more than small businesses can sustain long-term. But what happens when operations grow and develop characteristics the software wasn’t designed to handle?
Businesses typically start with inventory management tools that match their initial operational scale. More often than not, though, software that handles operations well at the start becomes limiting when the business grows in complexity. As businesses add more products and SKUs, additional sales channels or fulfillment locations, the standard features that worked for simple processes don’t accommodate the specific requirements that develop as operations mature.
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Rizwan Khalfan, EVP and
In this exclusive CanadianSME Small Business Magazine interview, Rizwan Khalfan,...
Entrepreneurs
The Founding of Securiv:
Securiv Solutions was launched in October 2021, as Manitoba was...
Artificial Intelligence
HP Canada and Pier
Artificial intelligence is no longer a distant dream for Canadian...
Pride and Progress in 2026 While Shaping a More Inclusive Future
Every June, rainbow flags fly over municipal halls, main streets, and stores across Canada to commemorate Pride Month and the tenacity, inventiveness, and ongoing struggle of 2SLGBTQI+ people for equality. From small villages in Ontario to major festival hubs like Toronto and Winnipeg, Pride has evolved from a protest movement into a national season of celebration and activism.
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How Retail Technology Is
A new wave of retail technology is reshaping “Main Street”...
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How Canadian SMEs Are Reducing
Online buyers in Canada are increasingly interested in sustainable delivery;...
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Why Culture Fails Without
Growing companies do not lose momentum because people stop caring....
Small Business
Solving the “People Puzzle” in Small Business
Running a small business often means wearing multiple hats — but one of the most challenging roles is managing people.
July 6, 2026
Future-Proofing Canadian SMEs in an Evolving Digital Landscape
Canadian SMEs are facing a perfect storm of economic uncertainty, talent shortages, and rapid digital change—but those that invest in
July 6, 2026
The Small Business Advantage
How AI Agents Are Reshaping Customer Service in Canada Small businesses have always faced a difficult challenge: delivering exceptional customer
July 6, 2026
Business Woman of the Month:
Bella Onay
Bella Onay Building Stronger Networks for Mom-Led Businesses
MOM2MOM BIZ®, an Oakville, Ontario-based platform for women-led business networking and development, was founded by Bella Onay, who also serves as its “Chief Connector.” She left her 20-year career in international banking to raise her family and found a need for aspirational women who wanted to create or expand enterprises while balancing motherhood. Her network now connects female-led small-business owners and entrepreneurs, demonstrating that when mothers help one another succeed in business, everyone succeeds.
Digital Marketing
Boost2Business: Building the Marketing
In the high-stakes world of digital marketing, where agencies often...
Sales & Marketing
Why Your Revenue Feels
The gap most growing businesses never find, and how to...
Innovation
Why Culture Fails Without
Growing companies do not lose momentum because people stop caring....
