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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...
Enhancing Fairness and Stability for Ontario Businesses
Enhancing Fairness and Stability for Ontario Businesses>> The Better Way Alliance proposes...
Support the BWA’s 2024 Queen’s Park Advocacy Day
Support the BWA’s 2024 Queen’s Park Advocacy Day At our 2023 Advocacy Day delegates told Ontario...
International Women’s Day 2024: Breaking Boundaries in Business
An interview with female business owners in recognition of women's equity and empowerment By:...
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...
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...
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...
How Aiana Launched a No-Tip, Fine Dining Restaurant During a Pandemic
“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 - I...
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...
Industry Associations Call for More Time to Repay CEBA loans
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...
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...
4 Strategies for Better Scheduling in Small Retail Companies
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...
Struggling with the CEBA crunch: A BWA member shares their actual CEBA repayment numbers
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...
A peek at the Party for Ethical Employers at Queen’s Park!
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 contribution...