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The Fixed-Cost Crunch: Rent, Not Wages, Are Driving Costs for Toronto Small Businesses

As minimum wage increases in Ontario and other provinces this fall, BWA's new analysis reveals what's actually driving small business cost pressures. Our Fixed Cost Crunch report presents five years of comparative data showing that fixed costs - not wages - are...

A redesigned Canada Small Business Financing Program (CSBFP) will unlock efficient growth for Canadian SMEs

  The Canada Small Business Financing Program (CSBFP) needs an urgent overhaul to address today’s small business financing barriers. The program has not kept pace with the realities of rent volatility, succession risk, and constrained credit markets. It also fails to...

Better Way Alliance Submits SME-Focused Recommendations to Canada’s Pre-Budget Consultations #YourBudget2025

Toronto, ON — August 28, 2025 — The Better Way Alliance (BWA), a national voice for smarter local business policy, is pleased to submit its recommendations to the Canadian government as part of its official 2025 Pre-Budget Consultations focused on building a stronger...

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Ontario Bill 149: Working for Workers Four Act

Ontario Bill 149: Working for Workers Four Act

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 enacted, Bill 149...

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Workshop: Cash Flow Planning for a Healthy Business

Workshop: Cash Flow Planning for a Healthy Business

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...

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Fall 2023 Events

Fall 2023 Events

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...

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BWA September 2023 Newsletter

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 during...

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BWA July Update: CEBA Relief is Centre Stage

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! We're...

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