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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...
Trump’s tariffs are here (in a month?): An opportunity to double down on Canadian resourcefulness
President Trump's announcement of the 25% tariffs on an extensive list of Canadian...
Why Canadian Businesses Need Commercial Rent Reform
Why Small Businesses Need Commercial Rent Control Rising rents are pushing mom-and-pop shops off...
What does Trudeau’s resignation mean for small businesses and commercial real estate?
An analysis for Canadian small business owners As we all watched, shocked and maybe a bit...
Queen’s Park 2024 Highlights: Commercial Rent, Gig Work, Decent Work
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...
Introducing: Fair Path Delivery
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...
Strengthening Canada’s Main Street Businesses & Non-Profits Through Real Estate Ownership
Strengthening 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 businesses on main streets, strip malls, and industrial...
Enhancing Fairness and Stability for Ontario Businesses
Enhancing 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 than ever in continually...
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 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 policymakers and...
International Women’s Day 2024: Breaking Boundaries in Business
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 &...
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...