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20 Canadian Entrepreneurs Who Personify Perseverance

By Melody McKinnon on July 23, 2020 2 Comments Canadian business, Canadian entrepreneur, Canadian small business

VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESSWIRE / July 20, 2020 / Jemilla Mills-Smith, Neighbourhood Creative Uncertainty seems to be the norm these days; the Coronavirus has left a variety of businesses at a standstill, with many unsure of what the future holds. Growing from this uncertainty is entrepreneurial ingenuity, with the world’s entrepreneurs taking advantage of this […]

Report: Canadian Companies Could Unlock Billions by Scaling Innovation

By Melody McKinnon on June 27, 2020 1 Comment business growth, Canadian business, Canadian entrepreneur, infographic, Innovation

TORONTO /CNW/ – New research from Accenture (NYSE: ACN) shows that Canadian companies with a carefully calibrated strategy toward technology adoption and a clear vision for what their companies’ future systems should look like, are growing revenue at 2.5 times the rate of companies that are struggling to scale innovation.

Your Unique Selling Proposition for Online Business and eCommerce

By Melody McKinnon on June 9, 2020 2 Comments Canadian e-commerce, Canadian entrepreneur, Canadian marketing, Canadian web-based business

Even if you have an offline store, your online unique selling proposition (or unique selling point) can be different from your offline USP. Your target market can be entirely different online, including age, education level, location, and so on. Online shoppers also have unique concerns and objections that you can address. It isn’t necessarily what […]

Finding Wholesale Suppliers for your Canadian Business

By Melody McKinnon on May 19, 2020 35 Comments Canadian e-commerce, Canadian entrepreneur, Canadian Retail, Canadian Wholesale

It can be frustrating and time consuming to find wholesale product suppliers for your business in Canada, particularly in specialty niches. Whether you’re sourcing supplies to make your own products or stocking your virtual shelves, finding the right supplier is usually a long and involved process. Many factors are involved in the decision, from quality […]

Tap Into the Exploding Canadian eCommerce Market

By Melody McKinnon on April 18, 2020 4 Comments Canadian e-commerce, Canadian entrepreneur, Canadian Retail

The Canadian eCommerce market is exploding. E-commerce is the fastest-growing segment in Canada’s digital economy, going from $4.2 billion in 2010 to over $13.6 billion in 2017, according to Statistics Canada. Online sales growth in this country has surpassed the US, to a point that American companies are being encouraged to target the Canadian market. […]

60+ Hot Home Businesses to Start With Your Computer in Canada

By Melody McKinnon on January 3, 2020 2 Comments Canadian entrepreneur, Canadian small business

Connected computers have opened up a world of home-based business opportunities for the average Canadian who wants to start an easy business on a tight budget. Any service or product that can be distributed online, can be turned into a virtual company. Whether you’re considering a full time business or an easy side hustle, affordable […]

Canadian Gift Guide: Online Entrepreneurs

By Melody McKinnon on November 20, 2019 1 Comment Canadian entrepreneur, Canadian web-based business

Whether you’re buying a gift for an entrepreneur or compiling your own wish list, this Canadian gift guide will make the season bright!

Survey Finds Canadian Small Businesses Optimistic in Spite of Challenges

By Melody McKinnon on August 5, 2019 1 Comment Canadian entrepreneur, Canadian small business, Canadian statistics, website development

Almost half of Canadians surveyed responded that they expect their business to grow at least 25 per cent in the next three to five years, according to a new GoDaddy Survey.

20 Ways Canadian Online Retailers Can Win 2019 Back-To-School Sales

By Melody McKinnon on August 2, 2019 5 Comments Canadian e-commerce, Canadian entrepreneur, Canadian Retail, Canadian web-based business

The 2019 back-to-school shopping season is poised to be one of the most successful of recent years for Canadian eCommerce. Canadians are spending more online in Canada, and using the Internet as a tool for comparison shopping and bargain hunting. In fact, 87 percent of Canadians made an online purchase in 2018, according to the […]

5 Ways Your Business Can Save Energy

By Melody McKinnon on July 25, 2019 1 Comment Canadian Business Finance, Canadian entrepreneur, Canadian small business

Canadian businesses have become more aware of their environmental footprint in recent years. Green initiatives include reducing energy consumption, either in their own office or through service providers like website hosts and data storage centres. Our guest author suggests five ways your business can become more environmentally responsible, while also saving money.