During the start-up phase, every business grows. After all, we’re starting from zero so the only direction is up. But as time passes many entrepreneurs find it difficult to sustain growth so […]
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Category: Spotlight on Business
The Big Apple takes a bite out of Amazon
After many months of search for a location for its second headquarters and many cities wanting in on the opportunity the winning city has decided that Amazon is not welcome […]
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Sears gets a fighting chance
Sears was hard hit during the recession and outmatched in its aftermath by shifting consumer trends and strong rivals, but at it peak had over 4,000 stores and was a […]
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Monk Renovation – 10 Years of Trusted Professionalism
As Monk Renovations hits their 10-year anniversary in March of this year, they have experienced continual growth which can be attributed to building a tremendous reputation as a leader in […]
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Kelsen Brewing Company – From the bank to the brewhouse
Five years ago, Paul Kelly was stuck. He trudged into his Boston office each and every day, sat down at his cubicle in a finance office, and wondered what else […]
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Breton Brewing Co – World-class beer with local love
Andrew Morrow and business partner Bryan MacDonald couldn’t come from further backgrounds, but a mutual passion brought them into a big partnership. The two men moved back to Cape Breton […]
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Annapolis Cider Company – Premium flavour encapsulated in valley cidery
Sean Myles & Gina Haverstock have been involved with Annapolis Valley food and beverages for years. They moved to the valley in 2007, with Gina — the inspiration for Gina’s […]
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Driven Automotive – We work hard in the customer’s best interest
Starting a business is hard, but the motivation was easy,” Jamanda explained. “My partner and I were both working for a local dealership, on a commission-based pay structure. We both […]
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Bombardier downsizing plan has turned a profit for the company
Back in November of last year, Bombardier announced that it was cutting 5,000 jobs and selling Q Series turboprop aircraft program to Longview Aviation Capital. Well that plan has paid […]
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Who will carry on the family business?
The fact is out there that nearly three quarters of small business owners in Canada will exit their businesses in the next 10 years and be faced with the emotional […]
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