by Alliance | Apr 11, 2024 | Blog post, Commercial Rent
2024 Ontario Budget SubmissionEnhancing Fairness and Stability for Ontario Businesses >> The Better Way Alliance proposes smart business supports for 2024 and beyond. 2024 is a critical year for supporting Ontario’s small businesses. They are carrying more debt...
by Alliance | Apr 11, 2024 | Blog post
Support the BWA’s 2024 Queen’s Park Advocacy Day At our 2023 Advocacy Day delegates told Ontario MPP’s how Decent Work practices have helped build solid foundations in their businesses. This year, on May 28th, we’re meeting with the province’s top...
by Alliance | Mar 7, 2024 | Blog post, Higher Wages, Stories on the BWA
An interview with female business owners in recognition of women’s equity and empowerment By: Anita Agrawal, CEO & Designer Jewels 4 Ever, Best Bargains; Jessica Carpinone, Co-Owner, Bread By Us; Sam Conover, Owner, Broad Lingerie;Robyn Hobbs, Founder &...
by Alliance | Feb 9, 2024 | Blog post
In 2024, the Ontario government is expected to table Bill 149: the Working for Workers Four Act. You can read more about the proposed act here – and we’ve selected some of the sections that foster progressive and sustainable workplace practices. If...
by Alliance | Jan 11, 2024 | Blog post, featured
Cash Flow Planning for a Healthy Business Key Takeaways from Our Cash Flow Planning Workshop In the ever-evolving landscape of small business management, understanding and optimizing cash flow has never been more crucial. This workshop, led by Tandem Innovation...
by Alliance | Nov 8, 2023 | Blog post
We have two exciting events lined up for you! On Tuesday November 28th, join us for Building Decent Work Into Your Brand. On Tuesday December 5th, join us for Scheduling for Success! Both of these events are free and open to BWA Members + the general public. RSVP...
by Alliance | Oct 3, 2023 | Blog post
“Our team members’ financial security should not be subject to our guests’ generosity”: Aiana Restaurant Collective Challenges the Status Quo By Jess Carpinone For almost two years, I hadn’t dined inside a restaurant. We don’t need to get into the reasons why –...
by Alliance | Sep 12, 2023 | Blog post, CEBA
As is typical for September, we’ve suddenly gotten really, really busy!That means a looooong newsletter for you. So flag it in your inbox and come back to it while stirring a delicious sauce, or waiting for your kids at the pick-up zone, or sitting on the porch...
by Alliance | Jul 24, 2023 | CEBA, Blog post
July 24, 2023 Sent via email. The Honourable Chrystia Freeland Deputy Prime Minister Minister of Finance Member of Parliament, University—Rosedale, Ontario Department of Finance Canada 90 Elgin Street Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0G5 Subject: Industry Associations Call for...
by Alliance | Jul 7, 2023 | Blog post, CEBA, Commercial Rent
Hi BWA Member, Summer is officially here which means two things:1) Summer lovin’ (aka in-person events)2) A shortened, breezy BWA newsletter!First, let us tell you about our in person events where we show you how much we love that you’re a Member!...
by Alliance | Jun 27, 2023 | Blog post
4 Strategies for Better Scheduling in Small Retail Companies How to build a Schedule that both you and your employees will love! Scheduling plays a crucial role in the success of every retail business. Employee-friendly scheduling ensures smooth operations AND...
by Alliance | Jun 9, 2023 | Picture
Article Key Points CEBA payments are still a struggle for small businesses. Payments cannibalize investments that could lead to growth at a time when businesses are still struggling with price increases, low traffic, and performance lags. We share an example with...
by Alliance | May 31, 2023 | Picture
BWA delegates mingle with Members of Provincial Parliament at our Queen’s Park reception We had a great time chatting up some MPPs at our reception at Queen’s Park on May 16, 2023. This followed a series of meetings with five MPPs where we discussed our...
by Alliance | May 30, 2023 | Blog post
The Canadian Paid Sick Days Calculator How much can adopting Paid Sick Days save your business? Looking for our Turnover and Pay Raise Calculators? Click here. Why Did We Create This Calculator No matter what kind of business you run – you don’t want your...
by Alliance | May 4, 2023 | Blog post
The Great Canadian Turnover and Pay Raise Calculator How much is employee turnover costing your business? Looking for our Paid Sick Days Calculator? Click here. The Turnover Calculator Based on Go Tours Canada, this employee turnover calculator is designed to give...
by Alliance | Mar 31, 2023 | Picture
BWA TAKE: 2023 Federal Budget Dear Minister Freeland and Prime Minister Trudeau, The Better Way Alliance, Canada’s Ethical Employer network, is glad to provide insights from our members on the 2023 federal budget. Since launching in 2017, the Better Way Alliance...
by Alliance | Mar 30, 2023 | Blog post, Picture
Advocacy and leadership: A bold discussion with B-Corporations and Better Way Alliance members from across Canada On March 30, 2023, purpose-led business owners from across Canada dug into their leadership and success stories about advocacy and worker support....
by Alliance | Mar 13, 2023 | Blog post, Picture
Written by Jess Carpinone, Co-Owner, Bread By Us Espresso Bar & Bakery, and BWA Membership Manager When my bakery was just a baby, I stumbled across an article in an industry magazine about a cool bakery in Hamilton, Ontario, that was owned by two women. It...
by Alliance | Mar 1, 2023 | Blog post
Small Businesses Support Legislated Paid Sick Days in Ontario “Level the playing field between giant corporations and main street” By Jess Carpinone Co-Owner of Bread By Us My name is Jess and I co-own and operate Bread By Us, a retail bakery and coffee...
by Alliance | Feb 19, 2023 | Picture
We’re welcoming new members to the better way alliance! over the last few months we’ve heard from businesses across canada about why they support employee-forward practices. so far in 2023, we’ve added 7 (3 more listings coming below soon!) new...
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