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Entrepreneurs: Getting their just desserts from Ontario

May 31, 2011
The Ontario Government has accepted a recommendation by the CFIB and the Canadian Youth Business Foundation (CYBF) to designate 2011 Year of the Entrepreneur. Read why this is more than just a "symbolic" announcement.

Celebrating 40 years of CFIB influence

April 13, 2011
In 1971, CFIB was born. Forty-years on, we have grown in size, scope, and influence. But we’ve always remained true to our roots. CFIB was created to give small business a big voice on the issues that matter. Thanks to our members’ support, we’ve made a lot of progress, but there’s still much to do. Find out more about where we’ve come from, and where we’re headed.
 

2011 - Year of the Entrepreneur

January 25, 2011
The Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) and the Canadian Youth Business Foundation (CYBF) joined the Honourable Ted Menzies, Minister of State (Finance) and the Honourable Rob Moore, Minister of State (Small Business and Tourism) at a media event to officially designate 2011 Year of the Entrepreneur.

Ontario’s Independent Pharmacies at Risk

April 20, 2010
CFIB writes to Health Minister regarding changes to the province's prescription drug system. Should these changes proceed, it will make it next to impossible for independent pharmacists to provide the excellent level of service that Ontarians have come to expect from these health care professionals.

Get the facts - Ontario's Small and Mid-sized Business Sector

February 1, 2010
Did you know that there are 1 million self employed individuals in Ontario? Click here for more facts about Ontario's Small and Medium-sized Business sector.

Working to keep a lid on Energy Costs

September 2, 2009
Given that members continue to rate “Energy Costs” as a major concern, CFIB met with Ontario Energy Minister George Smitherman to reiterate our growing concern with the Green Energy Act.
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