If you do business with - or want to do business with - the Government of Canada, then you should know about some pending changes to its procurement system. Canadian government tenders are currently listed on Buyandsell.gc.ca; however, the government…
We always suggest trade shows and similar events as an excellent entry point for businesses hoping to enter a new market. COVID-19 has disrupted this year's schedule, although many have events opted to go ahead virtually. Shows listed below are…
It's a good time to remind those serving the food sector in Canada that the Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR) is, in fact, enforced. A little back story: In 2012, the Canadian federal government began modernizing the country’s food…
Many businesses use email marketing campaigns to connect with customers or potential customers. But random emails and text messages can get you into trouble, if you don't know the rules in various markets. On July 1, 2014, Canada enacted anti-spam…
Read More A little reminder about Canada’s anti-spam legislation.
Describing 2020 as a challenging year for small businesses is the ultimate understatement. Mercifully, there has been a great deal of information and resources made available to help mitigate the devastating effects of shutdowns and business slowdowns. We particularly like…
