

CanadianSME Small Business 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.
As mentioned above, the main mission of these podcasts is to bring awareness in the Canadian Business Community about the various trends, tools and technology in the market. Our podcasts emancipate Canadian small businesses by providing them with actionable insights, strategies, and tools they can use to succeed. Many SMEs have good products and services but struggle to reach a broader audience or get awareness. Our platform intends to expand their audience by improving their messaging. The podcast specifically targets Canadian businesses. It is crucial to recognize that different countries possess their own distinct set of challenges, laws, and business practices.
Our Podcast offers valuable insights by conducting interviews with Canadian experts and entrepreneurs. Listeners can gain firsthand accounts of success stories, learn important lessons, and discover best practices. The interviews have a dual purpose, serving as a source of inspiration and as a means of acquiring knowledge. Only highly accomplished professionals from the industry are selected as experts. The inclusion of this feature significantly enhances the quality of the content, establishing it as a reliable and reputable resource for business owners. SMEs have the opportunity to discover and overcome challenges they may not have been aware of, leading to growth and success.


Embracing Generative AI with Vala Afshar
In an exciting new episode of the CanadianSME Small Business podcast, we explore the future of generative AI with Vala Afshar, Chief Digital Evangelist at Salesforce. This episode uncovers the transformative potential of generative AI, its role in shaping the future of work, the ethical considerations, and much more. We also delve into the current landscape of AI in Canada, highlighting the rise in investments and the associated challenges.
Generative AI Unleashed: Vala Afshar gives an enlightening overview of generative AI, its potential to bring industry-wide transformations, and shares real-world examples of its significant impact.


Navigating Economic Challenges: Deloitte Canada's Latest Outlook
In Deloitte Canada’s latest Economic Outlook, Tight monetary policy to squeeze economic growth, Canada is forecast to experience a mild recession this year. Luckily, the recession is not expected to be as deep as anticipated last quarter, thanks to the continued resiliency of the labour market, which is supporting incomes.
Join us for our latest podcast episode featuring Trevin Stratton, National Economic Advisory Leader at Deloitte Canada, as he discusses the recent release of Deloitte Canada’s economic outlook.


Insights on Social Media & Branding For SMEs with Alessya Baggetta
On this International Women’s Day episode of our podcast, we are excited to have a special guest who is a branding and social media expert and the founder of her own agency. With years of experience in the industry, she has helped numerous businesses establish a strong brand presence and effectively leverage social media for growth. She is also a passionate advocate for women entrepreneurs and has some great insights to share on launching and growing a successful agency.
Today, we are talking with Alessya Baggetta, Founder and CEO of Alessya Baggetta Designs


Empowering SMBs & DMZ's Success Blueprint
Startup accelerators offer powerful programs that play a pivotal role in fostering innovation, growth, and success for early-stage businesses, by providing a comprehensive support system that can fast-track their development.
In today’s podcast, we had a chance to speak with ,the executive director and CEO of DMZ Ventures, Abdullah Snobar.


Inspiring Journey of Steven Vanloffeld: Indigenous Entrepreneurship and Advocacy.
In this insightful episode, we were honoured to host Steven Vanloffeld, CEO of eSupply Canada and an active advocate for Indigenous rights. Steven’s inspirational journey, defined by resilience and innovation, reflects his Anishinaabe heritage. Delve into his significant contributions to Ontario’s child welfare system, and learn about his leadership at eSupply Canada, the only Canadian franchise devoted to Indigenous community ownership.
Steven shares his vision, challenges, unique opportunities, and invaluable advice for entrepreneurs seeking meaningful ties with Indigenous communities. This enlightening discussion underscores the vital role of Indigenous history, culture, and entrepreneurship in shaping modern society.
We Always Looking For New Partners
At CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, we believe in the strength of partnerships. Join us in our mission to empower and enlighten the Canadian small business community. Together, we can create impactful stories, share valuable insights, and shape the future of entrepreneurship in Canada. Your expertise and vision could be the next driving force behind our shared success.