What Canadians Look for in Employers in 2023
2023 has already been quite the shakeup for the Canadian job market, and potential candidates have shifted their priorities with what they look for in an employer.
Canadian Business Insights: BDC’s New Report Reveals Lack of Senior-Level Diversity
The new BDC DEI report shows that Canadian businesses are hiring more women and diverse groups, but lack representation in senior roles.
From Startup to Small Business: The Evolution of Funding and Support Options
The search for funding options, free resources, and customized mentorship should be a vital focus for entrepreneurs wishing to break through the glass ceiling that prevents many Canadian startup businesses from reaching great heights.
Industry Commercialization Associate Program (ICAP): Up to $120K for Hiring Top Talent
Via the Industry Commercialization Associate Program (ICAP), eligible applicants can receive up to 75% to a maximum of $120,000 in grant funding towards an associate employee’s salary per year for up to two years.
Going Hybrid: The Future Workplace Has Arrived
As social distancing measures are lifted in the months ahead, the ‘next normal’ in the recovery phase means that many Canadian workplaces are now planning for more flexible hybrid work models which blend on-site and remote work.
The COVID-19 Shift to Online Commerce Prompts Crucial Need for Improved Cyber Security
Accelerated by COVID-19, businesses are rapidly shifting to create e-commerce solutions for customers.
Two Government Funding Programs Supporting Canada’s Regional Aviation Sector
The Airports Capital Assistance Program and the Regional Air Transportation Initiative provide funding to Canada’s regional airports for projects that improve safety, protect assets, reduce costs, and support recovery of COVID-19.
Government of Canada Invests $117M: Indigenous Community Business Fund
The Indigenous Community Business Fund provides grants for First Nation, Inuit, and Métis businesses that have been affected by COVID-19.
Black Entrepreneurship Fund: Up to $5M from National Ecosystem Stream
Black-led organizations can access up to $3M for regional projects, or up to $5M for national projects to help Black Canadian entrepreneurs.
Top 5 Government Funding Myths
Read about the top five misconceptions related to Canadian business funding and what businesses should consider instead.