Here’s How Canadian Small Businesses are Defeating Temu

Here’s How Canadian Small Businesses are Defeating Temu

CHARLESTON, SC. — October 2, 2024 — While SMBs competing with marketplaces like Amazon isn’t new, the rapid rise of Chinese marketplaces like Temu will likely disrupt holiday sales for ecommerce brands this year. Omnisend’s research has revealed that 39% of Canadian online shoppers have shopped at Temu in the past year, and with Amazon […]

Online Business 101: Accepting Online Payments in Canada

Online Business 101: Accepting Online Payments in Canada

One of the most intimidating parts of online business and ecommerce is understanding how to accept payments, and finding the best online payment processors in Canada. As soon as you begin to research, you’ll be hit with unfamiliar terms and frightening legalities that can leave you feeling unqualified to navigate the process. Luckily, with a […]

2024 Shopping Days in the 4th Quarter (Infographic)

2024 Shopping Days in the 4th Quarter (Infographic)

The lucrative fourth quarter is eagerly anticipated by most Canadian small businesses as the most profitable time of year. They’re deep into planning marketing campaigns, setting up sales funnels, writing ad copy, testing their website, and creating outstanding holiday content.

Dropshipping Secrets: Profiting From Product Trends

Dropshipping Secrets: Profiting From Product Trends

Product Trends are identified by analyzing the latest consumer behaviours, and anticipating future demand with data & instinct. Trends are especially important to drop shippers, because they have a unique ability to test & change products rapidly. Mastering the art of trend spotting and related product selection makes drop shipping more profitable, and addresses competition […]

How to Choose the Best Products to Sell Online in Canada

How to Choose the Best Products to Sell Online in Canada

One of the most daunting tasks in online retail is deciding what products to sell. When you use drop shipping the pressure is far less than if you had to order hundreds of items for in-house inventory, but can still be a massive undertaking. Experts have ways to take the pain out of the product […]

Trending Online: Canadians are Cashing in on Cutting Boards

Trending Online: Canadians are Cashing in on Cutting Boards

Submitted by Repocket Chopping (cutting) boards, seemingly mundane and ordinary kitchen items, have seen an indisputable revolution in the Canadian online market. Yes, you read that right. An essential culinary tool has turned the tides in the online retail sector to become a bestseller, catching everyone by surprise.

Finding Wholesale Suppliers for your Canadian Business

Finding Wholesale Suppliers for your Canadian Business

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 […]

10 DIY Tips to Take Pro Product Photos for Ecommerce

10 DIY Tips to Take Pro Product Photos for Ecommerce

If you’re going to sell your products online, you will need good, clear photos. The quality of your product pictures reflect the quality of your product and the professional status of your company. If you’re selling in a marketplace or auction setting, the photograph has to be eye-catching and professional to get the click before […]

Secondhand Sellers: Products Must Comply With Canadian Laws

Secondhand Sellers: Products Must Comply With Canadian Laws

The demand for used products has never been higher, and entrepreneurial Canadians have been happy to provide them. From stay-at-home moms trying to supplement the household income, to side hustlers, and retailers, second-hand items are bringing in a tidy sum. In fact, half of Canadians say they’ve found reselling their unwanted items (recommerce) is a […]