In fall 2011, two Canadian shipyards were selected to rebuild the fleets of the Canadian Navy and Canadian Coast Guard, representing the largest procurement in Canadian history.
Good news! The Hiring Credit for Small Business has been renewed for 2012. You could be eligible for up to $1000 in savings in EI premiums for 2011 and 2012.
The winner in 2011 was a CFIB member. Perhaps this year it could be you! Explain the biggest challenge your business faces today and how a $100,000 grant would help you overcome it.
Mandate is CFIB’s member publication where small business newsletters, surveys and results are available
Since January 1, 2011, Small Business Owners across the country are entitled to EI special benefits such as maternity, parental, sickness and compassionate care. How does this affect you and your business? Are the benefits the same everywhere? What are the conditions? How do you apply? CFIB lobbied to have a fair program but one that is self-sustaining and offers you, the entrepreneur, protection in a variety of circumstances.
