Why commercial rent control is key to Canada’s economic sovereignty
25% tariff rates mean potential business closures. So do 25% (or more) rent increases. The Trump administration’s tariffs and threats are hurting many Canadian businesses. But there is an equally concerning threat closing main street doors and costing jobs:...
Supercharging Small Business in Canada: The Next Move
With eight recent or upcoming Provincial and Territorial elections across Canada and a new Prime Minister set to call an election in the upcoming months, the next four years present a clear opportunity to start building an economy that truly works for our country’s...
The BWA’s tips to support local businesses and show your Canadian Pride
In our last post, we explored how shopping locally is an effective way to support the Canadian economy in the face of U.S. tariffs. We’re action-oriented people though - so let’s talk about practical things that business owners and shoppers can do to ensure...
Proudly Canadian means supporting local businesses
Some Canadians are boycotting U.S. products, but the reality is more complex. Canada’s Economic Reality in 2025 We’re a group of small businesses across several sectors, but right now we share one thing in common: we’ve all been losing sleep with the on-again...
Culture is THE Growth Strategy for Canada
The Canadian Cultural Advantage: Why Strong Company Cultures Drive Innovation, Talent Retention, and Economic Growth Canada has a once-in-a-generation opportunity to define itself as the best place in the world to build a business and a career. But that only happens...