by Aaron Binder | Mar 15, 2025 | Blog post
Supercharging Small Business in Ontario: The Next Move In April 2025, Ontario’s Progressive Conservatives open Ontario’s parliament with their third majority government. The next four years present a clear opportunity to start building an economy that truly works for...
by Alliance | Feb 4, 2025 | Blog post
President Trump’s announcement of the 25% tariffs on an extensive list of Canadian goods has caused great worry leading up to this moment. Flags are up, as is patriotism, while markets are down. This is a difficult time for Canadian small business...
by Alliance | Jan 22, 2025 | Blog post
Why Small Businesses Need Commercial Rent Control Rising rents are pushing mom-and-pop shops off Canada’s streets. The Better Way Alliance argues new tenant protections are the answer. Written by Liliana Camacho and Aaron Binder. Originally published in...
by Alliance | Jan 17, 2025 | Blog post
An analysis for Canadian small business owners As we all watched, shocked and maybe a bit fascinated, Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland’s resignation in December was followed by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s decision to step down as leader of the...
by Alliance | Dec 3, 2024 | Blog post
Several MPPs from Ontario’s NDP party hosted a Small Business Roundtable on November 28, 2024. The ONDP was interested in hearing the policy issues on the minds of Ontario small business owners, and gathering ideas for how the party could help create a fairer...
by Alliance | Nov 19, 2024 | Blog post, Blog Top Feature
A groundbreaking Canadian study has found that minimum wage hikes are good for a large group of workers, not just those paid at the minimum wage. In fact, workers paid just above the minimum wage often express hesitancy or opposition to a minimum wage increase,...
by Alliance | Nov 14, 2024 | BWA Newsletter, Blog post
We sold out (not that way) Take a break from chomping on Halloween candy to read up on news from our network. In October, we co-hosted our first-ever Community Wealth Building Summit, MDRNZE! It was a smashing success. Over drinks and a tasty buffet dinner, we heard...
by Alliance | Nov 2, 2024 | Blog Bottom Feature, Blog post
Small businesses face tough choices about where to invest limited resources. But Better Way Alliance members have found that offering paid sick days leads to measurable returns through increased productivity, reduced turnover, and healthier workplaces. “When I...
by Alliance | Sep 17, 2024 | Blog post, featured
MDRNZE | Toronto Community Wealth Building Summit October 9, 2024 from 5:30 – 9:00pm | Trinity Common, Kensington Market Get Tickets on Eventbrite “Community wealth building is an economic growth strategy; and the best roadmap for creating resilient,...
by Alliance | Aug 12, 2024 | Blog post, Gig Work
Our gig economy project update, August 2024 By: Lili Camacho New business models, design parameters, and more… Our team dives into business design and learns a ton. Here’s what we’re learning! You probably already know that Better Way Alliance...
by Alliance | Aug 5, 2024 | Blog post, Gig Work
What Does it Take to Start a Social Delivery Service? BWA member & business leader Jess Carpinone spills the (coffee) beans on her journey to launch a social enterprise in Ottawa. Discover what it’s like to be an innovator in a gig-work industry. By:...
by Alliance | Jul 18, 2024 | Blog post
The Canadian Paid Sick Days Calculator – En français… y en español! Obtenez votre calculatrice dans votre langue préférée ci-dessous ! ¡Toma tu calculadora en tu idioma preferido a continuación! ¿En qué medida la aplicación de días de enfermedad...
by Alliance | Jul 10, 2024 | Blog post
The recent overhaul of Canada’s Competition Act, enacted on June 20, 2024, brings significant changes designed to strengthen competition law enforcement and promote fairer market practices. These updates are a major win for small businesses and consumers,...
by Alliance | Jun 7, 2024 | Blog post
Our delegation of 15 business owners and leaders truly made a lasting impression at Queen’s Park on May 28th, bringing attention to commercial renter and small business needs! The full delegation included: Anita Agrawal (Jewels 4 Ever / Best Bargains), Elliot Shermet...
by Alliance | Apr 30, 2024 | Blog post, Gig Work, Stories on the BWA
By Jess Carpinone, BWA Eastern Ontario Membership Co-ordinator & Co-Owner, Bread By Us As a conscientious business owner, I have never been comfortable with outsourcing aspects of my business to tech giants like Uber Eats or Skip the Dishes. Companies like these...
by Alliance | Apr 17, 2024 | Blog post, Commercial Rent
2024 Canada Federal Budget SubmissionStrengthening Canada’s Main Street Businesses andNon-Profits Through Real Estate Ownership >> The Better Way Alliance proposes a new way to support Canada’s main streets. With commercial rents on the rise...
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...
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