Business Barometer®: Small business confidence takes a nosedive in April April 25, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
New launch date for CBSA’s customs portal a welcome delay for small importers April 24, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
Capital gains changes create winners and losers among SMEs; important progress on $2.5 billion in carbon tax rebates for small firms April 16, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
Canadian economy to see modest growth in the first half of the year: CFIB forecast April 12, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
Federal budget 2024 needs to address the cost of doing business and return the $2.5 billion in promised carbon tax rebates to SMEs April 10, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
Minimum wage hikes will add $54.5 million to payroll costs across Atlantic Canada March 30, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
April 1 carbon tax hike makes a bad problem worse for small businesses: Ottawa owes SMEs $2.5 billion in rebates and counting March 28, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB’s response to Ontario Budget: Some relief, but a missed opportunity to support small business March 26, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
Over 200,000 small businesses took on new debt to repay their CEBA loan March 26, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small business tax reduction in Budget 2024-25 provides cost relief for Newfoundland and Labrador small firms March 21, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
Sky high cost of doing business top priority for three in four small businesses March 19, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
A step in the wrong direction: CFIB's statement on Manitoba government’s decision to repeal the Regulatory Accountability Act March 13, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
Sask. small businesses looking to provincial government for tax and cost relief in budget 2024-2025 March 13, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
Ottawa owes small businesses in four provinces $2,600 to $7,000 each in stalled carbon tax rebates for the past five years March 6, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
Ottawa owes Ontario small businesses $1.3B in past due carbon tax rebates March 6, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
Cost of doing business a top priority for Newfoundland and Labrador small businesses as the House of Assembly resumes March 3, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
Long-term small business confidence reaches highest point in months, but borrowing costs and insufficient demand continue to exert heavy pressure February 29, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
Limiting foreign labour could make staffing challenges even worse for small businesses February 28, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB highlights key legislative priorities for PEI ahead of return to the legislative assembly February 26, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
Nova Scotia small businesses look to government for tax and cost relief in budget 2024/2025 February 25, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
BC budget provides long-awaited payroll cost relief for small businesses but leaves many challenges unaddressed February 23, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
Government to cut small business carbon tax rebate by $500 million in 2024 to fund higher consumer rebates February 22, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
Alberta small businesses feeling the impacts of rising property taxes February 13, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
Ottawa sitting on $2.5 billion in carbon tax rebates owed to small business since 2019 February 8, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB’s annual Golden Scissors Award recognizes Ontario and Atlantic provinces for boosting healthcare labour mobility February 2, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB recognizes Health Minister Jones with Golden Scissors Award for boosting health care labour mobility February 2, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
Canadian doctors spend millions of hours on unnecessary paperwork: What are governments doing about it? February 1, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
2024 Red Tape Report Card: Alberta and Nova Scotia earn top grades January 31, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
Government of Canada takes Triple Crown for most absurd regulations January 30, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
Canada’s housing shortage is worsened by unnecessary paperwork: CFIB challenges municipalities to streamline their permitting processes January 29, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Small businesses’ price plans continue their downward trend in January, while confidence ticks up January 25, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
It’s time to axe tax on auto insurance and provide savings to Alberta drivers January 23, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
Red Tape Awareness Week™ 2024 to focus on the affordability crisis and the cost of doing business January 23, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
Canadian economy expected to remain sluggish in Q1 2024: CFIB forecasts January 23, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
A sad day for small business: CFIB statement on the CEBA repayment deadline January 19, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
CEBA repayment deadline is tomorrow: Hundreds of thousands of small businesses will see their pandemic debt rise by 50% on Friday January 17, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
One week until the CEBA repayment deadline: Sadly, no last-minute reprieve expected for small business January 11, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small businesses are overall more satisfied with banking services at credit unions than big banks January 10, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
Atlantic Canada’s provincial governments should have a common New Year resolution – helping lower the cost of doing business January 5, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
No cost relief in sight for Canadians and small businesses as government hikes CPP and EI yet again January 4, 2024 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB response to Ontario’s alcohol retail expansion announcement December 14, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
The finance ministers’ meeting is an opportunity to extend CEBA deadline, pause the four major tax hikes planned over the next four months December 14, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Balancing the books: Small businesses appeal to Halifax council for fair property tax policies amidst $60 million shortfall December 12, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB statement on the finalized deal to lower credit card fees for small businesses December 5, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Women entrepreneurs in Canada face challenges in accessing financing for their business December 5, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small business confidence continues downward slide in November: Nearly half of all businesses are now struggling with low sales November 30, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Labour shortages cost Ontario small businesses over $16B in lost revenue November 29, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Labour shortages cost Canadian small businesses over $38 billion in lost revenue opportunities November 29, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB asks all Senators to vote in favour of Bill C-234 without any amendments November 28, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
‘Tis the season to shop local: November 25 is Small Business Saturday® November 24, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Federal Fall Economic Statement fails to address key small business concerns, especially CEBA extension November 21, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small businesses want to see meaningful cost-pressure relief from the federal government in the upcoming Fall Economic Statement November 20, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Most small retailers lose sales to big business and online giants during the Black Friday shopping weekend November 20, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small merchants are raising concerns about Amazon’s business practices as holiday shopping season approaches November 16, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Calls for an extension grow with just over two months left until the CEBA forgivable deadline November 14, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
A ban on replacement workers is a threat to small businesses and the economy November 9, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small business opposition to federal carbon tax grows significantly November 8, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Cost of doing business, taxes and labour shortages: The top three concerns for small business owners as the PEI legislature resumes November 6, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Alberta Pension Plan, carbon tax and CEBA: CFIB statement on today’s meeting of the finance ministers November 3, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Over half of Atlantic Canadian small businesses don’t think municipal governments are business friendly October 31, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB statement on the resumed negotiations in the St. Lawrence Seaway strike October 27, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Small business confidence at its lowest since April 2020 October 26, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB forecasts recession narrowly avoided in second half of 2023; pressures due to job vacancies are easing off but remain acute in Q3 October 20, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Over 9 in 10 Canadians love having small businesses in their community, yet only 13% mostly shop at small businesses October 19, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Cost of doing business, taxes and labour policies: The top three concerns for small business owners as the New Brunswick legislature resumes October 16, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
High insurance sales tax an unfair burden on small businesses: Cost relief measures needed as the Newfoundland and Labrador House of Assembly resumes October 15, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Cost of doing business, taxes and labour shortages: The top three concerns for small business owners as the Nova Scotia legislature resumes October 11, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Only 100 days left until the CEBA forgivable deadline: Government needs to fix the problem or correct the record after giving small firms false hope October 10, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Record share of small businesses struggle with borrowing costs, shortage of working capital September 29, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Four out of five small businesses found recent CEBA changes unhelpful: 87% need an extension of the forgivable deadline to end of 2024 September 28, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Parliament's return brings nothing but disappointment for small businesses: Surprise EI rate hike is the latest hit on employers September 21, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
High payroll taxes hurting small businesses and employees in Ontario September 14, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Payroll taxes weigh on small businesses and cut take-home income for workers September 14, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Small business confidence stays weak and the list of challenges long amid softening demand, price and wage plans August 31, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Only four months left until the CEBA repayment deadline: Three federal political parties join small businesses in calling for an extension August 30, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
66 cents of every dollar spent at a small business stays local versus only 11 cents spent at a multinational retailer August 29, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Only five months left until the CEBA repayment deadline: Over 30,000 business owners sign CFIB’s petition calling for an extension July 31, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
WorkSafeBC sitting on a $2.5 billion surplus while small businesses need cost relief July 24, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small businesses across Canada could get a $3 billion boost if overfunded workers’ compensation boards provided rebates July 20, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Canadian economy in for a slow rebound in Q3, no signs of a recession and inflation on a continued downward trend, CFIB forecasts July 19, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Half of Canadian small businesses affected by BC ports strike; Three quarters call on government to end it immediately July 11, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Enough excuses: Council of Federation must take bolder action to remove internal trade barriers July 10, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
More small businesses needed financing over the last decade, but collateral requirements and interest rates make it harder and more expensive July 6, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Drop in small business optimism and other Business Barometer® indicators show economic slowdown may be underway June 29, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Ottawa expands broken carbon tax system to Atlantic Canada on July 1 despite making no progress to fix it June 22, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Reducing crime, adopting construction mitigation top small business priorities for next Toronto mayor June 15, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
A quarter million businesses are at risk of closure as CEBA repayment deadline approaches: CFIB urges government to give them more time June 7, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Small business optimism rises for seventh consecutive month, remains relatively low amid tough labour market May 25, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
New details of credit card fee reductions reveal a big win for small business May 18, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small business owners believe it’s possible to protect the environment and grow the economy at the same time May 11, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
The clock is ticking: Nearly three-quarters of small businesses need more time to repay CEBA loans May 10, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
CRA workers have been on strike for two weeks; it’s time for back-to-work legislation May 3, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Small businesses plan to increase wages by 3.3% on average over next 12 months amid high inflation and tight job market April 27, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
The 8-day workweek: Small business owners clock in 59 hours a week to make up for labour shortages April 24, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Only 16% of small businesses are confident their concerns will receive attention during Alberta’s election April 18, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small businesses worry about impact of potential CRA strike over a billion-dollar wage hike April 17, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Canadian economy heading toward a slowdown, but inflation on the right path and still no recession in sight for the short term: CFIB forecasts April 13, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small businesses and tax practitioners think CRA’s service got worse in the last three years April 12, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
2023 PEI Election: Overwhelming majority of business owners plan to vote, but many are undecided March 30, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Federal Budget makes progress in lowering credit card fees for small business March 28, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Less than 1% of the $22B in federal carbon tax revenues have been returned to small businesses, and the cost is going up again on April 1 March 22, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
One in 10 business owners switched banks at least once between 2019 and 2022, with TD Canada Trust and credit unions benefiting the most March 16, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Federal Budget 2023: Small businesses look for much-needed relief from cost increases and post-COVID debt March 14, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: A large number of small businesses remain pessimistic and in a precarious financial position in February February 23, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small businesses call on Visa, Mastercard, government to lower credit card processing rates to no more than 1% of the sale February 8, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB commends the Manitoba government for launching a new joint task force to reduce red tape for physicians February 3, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Northwest Territories takes home top award for its strong efforts to identify and reduce red tape February 2, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
And the 2023 Paperweight Award goes to… The Government of Canada’s passport mess January 31, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Canadian doctors spend over 18 million hours a year on unnecessary administrative work January 30, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small business confidence remains muted in January; government can help by addressing the rising cost of doing business January 26, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Red Tape Awareness Week™ 2023 to focus on making life easier for Canadians January 24, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
The Canadian economy exited last quarter with slowing inflation and low economic growth: CFIB forecasts no recession for now January 12, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Over $2 trillion in business assets are at stake as majority of small business owners plan to exit their business over the next decade January 10, 2023 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Some things go back to normal, but too many small businesses end the year without meaningful recovery or much optimism December 29, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
New year, more taxes: Canadians’ take-home income to drop by up to $305 on January 1 due to EI, CPP hikes December 13, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Nearly half of small businesses have experienced random cyberattacks in the past year December 8, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Employers get ‘ghosted’ too: One-third of small businesses had new hires and interview candidates not show up or disappear December 1, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Small business confidence reaches one of its lowest levels ever heading into the holiday season November 24, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Federal government must return to small- and medium-sized businesses the carbon taxes it collects in a timely fashion November 22, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
November 26 is Small Business Saturday®: CFIB encourages Canadians to celebrate by shopping local November 22, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Labour shortages: Small businesses need training and flexibility, not taxes November 14, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Chronic labour shortages in agriculture are putting Canada's food security at risk November 8, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Federal Fall Economic Statement a missed opportunity to help small businesses deal with immediate inflationary pressures November 3, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Fall Economic Statement: CFIB is available to comment on small business priorities November 1, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Small business confidence plummets in October; retail sector posts lowest outlook despite start of holiday shopping October 27, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Canadian economy cooling down in the third and fourth quarters, according to new CFIB forecasts October 6, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Power to surcharge on credit cards coming soon; nearly 20% of small businesses are looking to use it October 5, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Small business confidence takes a small dip in September September 29, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
If Parliament reduced taxes, increasing wages and paying down debt would be top of mind for a majority of small businesses September 21, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Only 3 weeks left for small businesses to claim up to $5,000 from a class action settlement with Visa, Mastercard and banks September 13, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Seven in 10 small businesses say Bank of Canada rate increase will hurt their business in new report on inflation September 8, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Small business confidence remains steady in August; labour shortages continue to limit business growth August 25, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Nearly four in five small businesses are still dealing with pandemic-related stress August 23, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Quebec’s small businesses are losing nearly $11 billion annually to labour shortages August 22, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business bankruptcies are on the rise, but account for only 10% of looming business closures August 18, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Federal government’s plan to cut fertilizer emissions by 30% by 2030 must remain voluntary for Canadian agri-businesses August 4, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Small business confidence plummets for fourth consecutive month amid concerns about labour shortages and fuel and energy costs July 28, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Say thank you to win: Last week for Canadians to enter CFIB’s #SmallBusinessEveryDay Big Thank You Contest July 19, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Skyrocketing costs hurting Saskatchewan small businesses, government must provide cost relief July 18, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
A conversation with CFIB & Tiff Macklem, Governor of the Bank of Canada July 15, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
The Council of the Federation meeting is an opportunity to bring down the cost of doing business July 11, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Alberta - The Council of the Federation meeting is an opportunity to bring down the cost of doing business July 11, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
British Columbia - The Council of the Federation meeting is an opportunity to bring down the cost of doing business July 11, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Small business confidence continues sliding in June amid inflation and all-time high concern over fuel costs July 5, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Five years into Canada Free Trade Agreement, too many barriers remain June 30, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
A majority of Canadians are choosing to shop at small businesses to support their communities June 27, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Canadian agri-businesses want to see economic sustainability and competitiveness at the heart of Canada’s Next Policy Framework June 20, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB statement on federal government ending vaccine mandates for domestic travel and outbound international travel June 14, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Three-quarters of Ontario businesses say the provincial government has done a poor job of communicating its new Disconnecting from Work legislation June 7, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB urges Saskatchewan government to provide fuel cost relief, stop adding to small business costs June 1, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small businesses can claim up to $600 in class action settlement with Visa, Mastercard and banks: Power to surcharge for credit cards coming soon May 30, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Small business confidence falls as labour shortages, fuel and energy costs pose major challenges May 26, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Canada’s Workers' Compensation Boards should return over $5 billion in excess funds May 10, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB calling on the Alberta government to follow Ontario’s lead and legislate surplus rebates May 10, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Yukon Workers’ Compensation Health and Safety Board should return excess funds May 10, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
One in four small businesses still negatively affected by slow return to office by downtown workers, yet federal supports expire tomorrow May 6, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB: Only 13% of small businesses are confident their concerns will receive attention during the election campaign May 5, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small business owners nearing a breaking point while struggling to support their employees’ mental health May 3, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Small business confidence remains steady; labour shortages, wage and price hikes continue to reach new highs April 28, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
COVID debt, rising costs and lack of sales pose major challenges to a small business recovery April 21, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Federal budget a missed opportunity to help small businesses recover from COVID: CFIB April 7, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB statement on the changes to the Temporary Foreign Worker program April 4, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Small businesses report highest short-term optimism since start of the pandemic, but high costs and supply chain issues continue to exert pressure March 31, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Budget 2022: Small businesses need to be the central focus of Canada’s economic recovery March 30, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
A majority of small businesses want to improve their cybersecurity within the next year March 28, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small businesses from both sides of the Atlantic set out UK-Canada FTA asks as talks launch March 25, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Saskatchewan budget provides little relief for struggling small businesses March 23, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Two-thirds of small businesses say the cost of fuel is a major concern: April 1 carbon tax increase will only make this worse March 17, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB statement on the potential Canadian Pacific Railway work stoppage March 17, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
As consumers shift to digital payment methods, credit card fees are becoming unaffordable for small businesses March 15, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
BC small businesses mark second anniversary of COVID: Sales remain low, debt remains high, and many are considering permanent closure March 9, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Yukon small businesses mark second anniversary of COVID: Sales remain low, debt remains high, and many are considering permanent closure March 9, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small businesses mark second anniversary of COVID: Sales remain low, debt remains high, and many are considering permanent closure March 9, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Manitoba small businesses mark second anniversary of COVID: Sales remain low, debt remains high, and many are considering permanent closure March 9, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Saskatchewan small businesses mark second anniversary of COVID: Sales remain low, debt remains high, and many are considering permanent closure March 9, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Yukon budget provides little relief for struggling small businesses March 3, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Labour shortages are stalling small business recovery: A temporary boost to the Temporary Foreign Worker program can offer relief March 2, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
The Alberta government releases a ‘Do No Harm' 2022 – 2023 Budget February 24, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Red tape grades are in: governments have improved on accountability, but have a long way to go on reducing the burden February 24, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Golden Scissors award recognizes Alberta and Nova Scotia for innovative red tape reduction February 23, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
BC budget provides little relief for struggling small businesses February 22, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Red Tape Awareness Week™ 2022 to focus on a competitive Canadian recovery February 17, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB statement on return of $1.5B in WSIB overpayments to employers February 16, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Majority of Alberta small businesses support the removal of COVID-19 restrictions February 15, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Majority of Saskatchewan small businesses support the removal of COVID-19 restrictions February 15, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
A majority of small businesses in every province supports lifting most COVID restrictions, mixed views on mask rules February 15, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB statement on the extension of the wage and rent subsidy for businesses under local capacity restrictions February 9, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Supply chain issues, restrictions and labour shortages contribute to latest dip in small business confidence January 27, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small businesses worry about rising costs and supply chain issues amid border ban on unvaccinated truck drivers January 26, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
34,500 Alberta small business owners contemplating pulling the plug, putting 625,000 jobs at risk January 21, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Independent businesses shocked they are on the hook for 10 paid sick-days in 2022 January 20, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Small business confidence for the year ahead lower than at any point since April 2020 January 18, 2022 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB and Restaurants Canada issue open letter to Premiers calling for more business support amid Omicron fears December 21, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Federal economic statement: CFIB is available to comment on behalf of Canada’s small businesses December 14, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Labour shortages are back with a vengeance, putting small business recovery at risk December 9, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
New polling data: Albertans feel safer shopping at small businesses over big box stores December 8, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Massive minimum wage increases coming at the worst time for small firms December 2, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Businesses project unprecedented price and wage growth November 29, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Win big with small business: Last chance for Canadians to enter CFIB’s Small Business Saturday Contest November 26, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Snarled supply chains are increasing the cost of doing business, ahead of the crucial holiday spending season November 18, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Small business confidence remains shaken amid rising costs, supply-chain disruptions and labour shortages November 4, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB Statement: Unexpected minimum wage increase coming at the worst time for small firms November 2, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Only one in five businesses needing wage/rent support report they will qualify under Ottawa’s proposed changes October 29, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB statement on Ontario easing small business capacity restrictions October 22, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Federal government leaves small firms in the cold during Small Business Week: Wage and rent subsidies expire Saturday October 20, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Cost of New Employer Paid Sick Days Will Hurt BC Small Businesses October 18, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB’s response to Ontario government’s announcement to remove remaining capacity restrictions October 14, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Anxious small businesses petition for immediate extension and expansion of federal business support programs October 12, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB Statement: Government must explain capacity decision to small business owners October 12, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: BC Small businesses losing confidence in the province’s business conditions October 8, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Small business outlook takes a sharp drop in September October 5, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Keeping costs down and promoting local shopping are top priorities for municipal economic recovery September 23, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB congratulates new government and all elected MPs: Now it’s time to get to work on small business recovery September 21, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB calls on the Saskatchewan government to support small businesses under the new public health restrictions September 17, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB calls on the Alberta government to support small businesses under the new public health restrictions September 16, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small businesses head to the polls: CFIB releases analysis of federal party commitments and Leaders’ Survey on small business issues September 16, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small businesses have not made a dent in their average debt, and face continuing uncertainty around a fourth wave August 31, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
The economy and small business recovery are the top election issues for businesses, but most are not confident they will be addressed August 16, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Nova Scotia 2021 Election: 92 per cent of business owners set to vote – Four out of ten remain undecided August 13, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
No more lockdowns: Small firms urge provinces to adopt “Stay Open” plans with new petition August 12, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Skyrocketing insurance costs pose a new challenge to small business recovery August 11, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Nova Scotia 2021 Election: Party leaders respond to small business issues August 4, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
The long road ahead: Small business recovery extends to summer 2023, longer for hard hit sectors August 4, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small businesses urge Ontario government to share its plan to remove remaining restrictions and stay open July 29, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Alberta’s municipalities improve spending habits, but property taxes remain a concern for small businesses July 28, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small business petition campaign urges federal government to halt phase out of wage and rent subsidies July 22, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small business recovery is finally underway, but many businesses are being left behind July 15, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Federal government has already begun to close or phase out key small business COVID support programs before the economy is fully open July 8, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Canadians spent more at big box stores, less at small businesses during the pandemic: It’s time to change that June 28, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
House of Commons must address small business debt and support program gaps before closing for the summer June 21, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
The Senate must not delay its vote on Bill C-208’s changes to unfair business transfer rules June 17, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Sharply rising business logistics worries could soon mean higher prices, but governments can help June 9, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Two-thirds of Ontario small businesses say the province’s reopening plan is too slow June 8, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
SME7 calls on G7 governments to put small business and crafts at the heart of the recovery June 7, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Open letter to Ontario Premier Doug Ford: Let small businesses reopen now June 1, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Rent and wage subsidies are set to drop in July, locked down small businesses call on Ottawa to press pause May 26, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Two in three small businesses say 5G will benefit their business when it is rolled out May 19, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
One year after Prime Minister’s promise, new businesses are still shut out of federal support programs May 18, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB statement on BC’s emergency sick leave coverage and consultation May 11, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB statement on Ontario hitting its 75 per cent vaccination target | CFIB May 11, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: BC small business confidence inches up in November | CFIB May 11, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Ontario and other provincial small business grant programs not enough as lockdowns continue May 6, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Alberta needs a new support grant program for small businesses closed for the third time May 6, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Provincial small business grant programs across Canada failing to meet challenge of fresh lockdowns, growing debt May 6, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Provincial small business grant programs failing to meet challenge of fresh lockdowns, growing debt May 6, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB is disappointed that the Supreme Court will not hear the case of Restaurant Le Relais de Saint-Jean against CRA May 6, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small businesses issue one last plea to government to extend tax deadlines April 29, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
BC budget misses the mark to address and get BC small businesses to economic recovery April 20, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Extended COVID support, new hiring incentive and lower credit card fees bring some good budget news for hard-hit small businesses April 19, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
“No new costs” tops British Columbia small business priority list for both the upcoming federal and provincial budgets April 14, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Ontario, lockdown capital of North America, expands and extends failing policy April 7, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Alberta small businesses need additional support in the wake of new restrictions April 6, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small businesses want rapid testing, not lockdowns in order to fight a third wave April 1, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small business wants rapid testing, not lockdowns in order to fight a third wave April 1, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Supreme Court ruling on federal carbon tax does not address the unfairness it imposes on small business March 25, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Tax deadline needs to be extended for small businesses after a welcome extension to CEBA deadline March 23, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
A year after the first lockdown, finding customers online tops list of small business priorities March 22, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Leading industry associations call on federal government to prevent strike action at the Port of Montreal March 17, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Delayed retirements, debt, and digital leaps: One year of COVID-19 restrictions leaves its mark on Alberta small business March 15, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small businesses mark the one-year anniversary of COVID lockdowns with delayed retirements, debt and digital leaps March 15, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Do not make EI coverage for the self-employed mandatory, say small business owners March 4, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small businesses still don’t know what CEWS and CERS will look like past March 14 March 1, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Canada’s small businesses now collectively owe over $135 billion as a result of the pandemic February 25, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
The Alberta budget paints a worrisome picture of the province’s debt outlook February 25, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Members of Parliament urged to help farmers by passing Bill C-206 February 22, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Nearly two thirds of small businesses would consider using COVID-19 rapid tests to remain open February 19, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Budget 2021: Small business must be at the centre of the government’s economic recovery plan February 18, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Additional support will come too late to give Alberta small businesses a fighting chance of survival February 17, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Canadians should choo-choo-choose small business this Valentine’s Day February 11, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Cyberfraud is a growing concern for small businesses as the pandemic forces them to digitize February 4, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Members of Parliament must support long-overdue change to business transfer rules February 3, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
It’s time to reopen: Ontario remains the only province with no plan to end lockdowns February 3, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Many small businesses continue to slip through the cracks of government support programs February 2, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Raise a glass to red tape reduction: Golden Scissors Award recognizes efforts to modernize alcohol sales and patio rules January 28, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB welcomes new HASCAP program, but calls for changes to address rising small business debt levels January 26, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Canadian business groups call for swift ratification of the Canada-U.K. Trade Continuity Agreement January 26, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Regulation costs Canadian businesses $39 billion annually, $11 billion of which is unnecessary red tape January 25, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB calls on Ontario to build a plan to carefully reopen small business and expand the Small Business Support Grant January 25, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
181,000 Canadian small business owners now contemplating pulling the plug, putting 2.4 million jobs at risk January 21, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
25,000 BC small businesses owners now contemplating pulling the plug, total estimate for Canada at 181,000 January 21, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
Nearly 6,500 Saskatchewan small business owners now contemplating pulling the plug, putting over 89,000 jobs at risk January 21, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
5,600 Manitoba small business owners now contemplating pulling the plug, putting over 100,000 jobs at risk January 21, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB: Ontario doubles down on unfair and ineffective business restrictions January 12, 2021 Read MoreAbout Blog
In absence of coherent COVID-19 management plan, Canada’s business groups take the lead December 16, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Canadian business groups call for swift action on interim Canada-U.K. trade agreement December 10, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
New polling data: Consumers feel safer shopping at small businesses over big box stores December 8, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB statement on expansion of Canada Emergency Business Account December 4, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small business owners face burnout, as holiday shopping season starts off weak December 2, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Don’t let lockdowns stop you from supporting Small Business Saturday this weekend November 27, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: No new cheer for small business sector this holiday season November 26, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
New restrictions avoid blanket lockdown measures, but still impact Saskatchewan small businesses November 25, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Black Friday and Small Business Saturday™ critical to independent business survival this year November 25, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB statement: New restrictions avoid blanket lockdown measures, but still impact Alberta small businesses November 24, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB questions how shuttering small businesses and sending crowds to Walmart and Costco reduces COVID-19 November 23, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB STATEMENT: Small business holiday hopes dashed by more restrictions during make-or-break season November 20, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB statement on adoption of new rent subsidy; Changes to all support programs still needed November 20, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
January 1 CPP hikes to hit employers’ payroll budgets, cut take-home wages for workers November 19, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Agriculture sector can play a critical role in Canada’s economic recovery November 18, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CRA and Revenu Quebec must be held accountable for audit mistakes, CFIB tells the Supreme Court November 17, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
“Small Business First” strategy needed to save Manitoba retailers November 17, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB statement: Many small businesses far too fragile to survive another round of lockdowns November 10, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small businesses’ insurance costs are on the rise, and one in ten can’t even find a provider November 9, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small business recovery takes a hit despite start of the holiday shopping season November 3, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Alberta small business recovery continues to flatline despite start of the holiday shopping season November 3, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB statement on draft legislation on wage subsidy extension and new rent relief program November 2, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Small business sentiment falls as COVID-19 cases are on the rise October 29, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Alberta small business sentiment falls as COVID-19 cases are on the rise October 29, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Fears of a second wave are hitting small firms with further drops in sales: More than a third losing money every day October 29, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Manitoba long-term small business optimism climbs slightly in early October October 29, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Pandemic threatens to deepen divide between big and small businesses October 21, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Party Leaders outline plans to help small businesses recover; mixed bag of commitments October 21, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Celebrating Small Business Week is more important than ever this year, as sales remain dangerously low October 19, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small business welcomes new rent relief program and CEBA, wage subsidy changes October 9, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
A second wave of business closures would be devastating to small business October 8, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB News Release: A second wave of business closures would be devastating to small business October 8, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Half of small businesses say digital communication will be even more vital in 2021 September 30, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Fewer customers and lower spending per customer affecting small business recovery September 30, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Sentiment weakens as Alberta small businesses head into the fall September 24, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: No improvement in sentiment as small businesses head into the fall September 24, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB News Release: Saskatchewan long-term small business optimism declines in September; short-term challenges remain September 24, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB News Release: Manitoba long-term small business optimism feels the chill heading into the fall; short-term challenges remain September 24, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Throne Speech 2020: CFIB available to comment on behalf of small businesses September 23, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small business faces unsustainable L-shaped recovery if sales remain at a crawl September 22, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB welcomes Ontario-Quebec Summit on Economic Recovery and highlights SME priorities September 8, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Fewer customers and lower spending per customer affecting Alberta small business recovery September 3, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB News Release: Fewer customers and lower spending per customer affecting Saskatchewan’s small business recovery September 3, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB News Release: Fewer customers and lower spending per customer affecting Manitoba’s small business recovery September 3, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Financial flexibility needed as tax deadline approaches for small business September 1, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Flawed rent relief program overdue for a fix, even as it is set to come to an end August 28, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Alberta small business outlook points to sluggish recovery August 27, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Small business outlook points to sluggish recovery August 27, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
BC August Barometer shows more optimism for long-term recovery, short-term challenges still weigh heavily August 27, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Saskatchewan long-term small business outlook improves; short-term challenges remain August 27, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Manitoba long-term small business optimism improves; short-term challenges remain August 27, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Recovery roadblock: 66 per cent of Alberta small businesses are concerned reduced consumer spending is here to stay August 26, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Recovery roadblock: 62 per cent of small businesses are concerned reduced consumer spending is here to stay August 26, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB News Release: Recovery roadblock: 69 per cent of Saskatchewan small businesses are concerned reduced consumer spending is here to stay August 26, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB News Release: Recovery roadblock: 67 per cent of Manitoba small businesses are concerned reduced consumer spending is here to stay August 26, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small businesses urge the government to put an end to the Port of Montreal strike before it further hurts an already fragile economy August 20, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Alberta Downtown businesses trapped in spending deserts amid office closures: #SmallBusinessEveryDay Dashboard August 19, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Ontario's downtown businesses trapped in spending deserts amid office closures: #SmallBusinessEveryDay Dashboard August 19, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Downtown businesses trapped in spending deserts amid office closures: #SmallBusinessEveryDay Dashboard August 19, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Growing anger on the part of business owners slipping through the many cracks of government support programs: CFIB urges all business owners to join the movement August 13, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Growing anger on the part of business owners slipping through the many cracks of government support programs August 13, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
82 per cent of Canadians worry their favourite local businesses will disappear: #SmallBusinessEveryDay Dashboard August 12, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
81 per cent of Ontarians worry some of their favourite local businesses will disappear: #SmallBusinessEveryDay Dashboard August 12, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
77 per cent of Sask residents worry their favourite local businesses will disappear: #SmallBusinessEveryDay Dashboard August 12, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
83 per cent of Manitobans worry their favourite local businesses will disappear: #SmallBusinessEveryDay Dashboard August 12, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
A second wave of business closures would be devastating to Ontario small business August 8, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small business owners rank government aid programs: CEBA, CEWS well used; CECRA continues to fall short August 7, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Recovery still a long way off as small business sales struggle to reignite August 5, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Recovery still a long way off as Alberta small business sales struggle to reignite August 5, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Recovery still a long way off as Saskatchewan small business sales struggle to reignite August 5, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Recovery still a long way off as Manitoba small business sales struggle to reignite August 5, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB’s reaction on extension of the Canada Emergency Commercial Rent Assistance program July 31, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Small business 12-month outlook trends up, but other measures of health remain low July 31, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Longshoremen’s strike: An extremely worrisome situation for the Quebec and Canadian economies July 30, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Alberta small business confidence trends up, but other measures of health remain low July 30, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB News Release: Saskatchewan small business optimism stalls in July; hiring & business health indicators remain low July 30, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Canada could lose an additional 158,000 small businesses to COVID-19 July 29, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Canada could lose an additional 158,000 small businesses to COVID-19; 67,112 at risk in Ontario July 29, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Alberta could lose an additional 32,500 small businesses to COVID-19, nearly one in five Alberta businesses are at risk of closure July 29, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Canada could lose an additional 158,000 small businesses to COVID-19, 21,116 at risk in British Columbia July 29, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB News Release: Canada could lose an additional 158,000 small businesses to COVID-19, 6,283 at risk in Saskatchewan July 29, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB News Release: Manitoba small business optimism stalls in July; hiring & business health indicators remain low July 29, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB News Release: Canada could lose an additional 158,000 small businesses to COVID-19, 4,279 at risk in Manitoba July 29, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB urges finance ministers to fix rent relief as one in three small businesses say it remains a critical missing piece for their recovery July 28, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
COVID-19 has changed how Canadians spend at small businesses: Sales remain perilously low July 21, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
#SmallBusinessEveryDay dashboard points to long, slow recovery, half say it will take at least six months to get back to profitability July 20, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
More than one quarter of small firms report workers refusing to return to work; preference for CERB top reason given July 16, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Debt knell: Alberta Small business COVID-19 debt totals $18.8 billion July 15, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB News Release: Debt knell: Small business COVID-19 debt totals $117 billion July 15, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small businesses hope fiscal update will bring retooling of critical federal support measures July 8, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
#SmallBusinessEveryDay dashboard points to long road ahead to Ontario recovery July 7, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Most small businesses in health sector worried about their financial wellbeing July 2, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small business recovery still in worrying territory but nudging in right direction, #SmallBusinessEveryDay continues with special Canada Day challenges June 30, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Battered small businesses need help with two looming bills: Months of deferred GST/HST payments due tomorrow, rent due Wednesday June 29, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: New season doesn’t bring new confidence for Alberta small businesses June 29, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
BC entrepreneurial confidence in June shows challenging path ahead for small businesses June 29, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB News Release: Saskatchewan small business optimism cautiously improves in June June 29, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: New season doesn’t bring new confidence to small business sector June 29, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB News Release: Manitoba small business optimism cautiously improves in June June 29, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
#SmallBusinessEveryDay campaign launched to emphasize customers are critical to business survival June 25, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB News Release: #SmallBusinessEveryDay campaign launched to emphasize customers are critical to business survival June 25, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB issues open letter to Minister Morneau on the urgent need to improve rent relief June 19, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Half of small businesses now fully open: New Brunswick is Canada’s most open province; Ontario is most closed June 16, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Getting Canadians back to work will require significant changes to wage subsidy and CERB programs June 10, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
44 per cent of small firms now fully open, but only 15 per cent have seen sales return to normal June 8, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB Statement on Ontario Commercial Eviction Moratorium & Stage 2 Reopening June 8, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small business debt load tops $150,000: Recovery will be impeded if more financing is not made available June 5, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB statement on Labour regulation to protect small business employers June 1, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Small business confidence falls flat at end of May May 28, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
BC entrepreneurial confidence sees no growth in May; urgent need to support local entrepreneurs May 28, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB News Release: Saskatchewan small businesses cautiously optimistic at end of May; short-term hiring plans remain weak May 28, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB News Release: Manitoba's small business optimism settles in May May 28, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
38 per cent of Canada’s small businesses now fully open; more than half open in New Brunswick, PEI and Saskatchewan May 26, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Farmers still require urgent help amid supply chain interruptions, labour shortages and mounting costs May 22, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB News Release: 50 per cent more small businesses now fully open as provincial restrictions lift: Alberta, Manitoba and New Brunswick lead the way May 21, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Rent relief major missing piece for small business survival, options beyond CECRA needed for worried business owners May 20, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB statement on Canada Emergency Business Account eligibility expansion May 19, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB News Release: Social distancing, customer safety and access to PPE top list of practical small business concerns as provinces reopen May 18, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB statement on details of Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy extension May 15, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Half of business owners say their firm is in a bad state in May May 14, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Majority of Alberta business owners still in bad shape in May May 14, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB News Release: Rent relief becoming make-or-break for many businesses, majority say more help needed May 13, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB statement on the extension of the Canada Emergency Wage Support (CEWS) program May 8, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Social distancing, customer safety and access to PPE top list of practical small business concerns as provinces start reopening May 8, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Canada Emergency Business Account access should be expanded and programs extended as emergency phase continues May 5, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB News Release: May rent still feeling scary for commercial tenants April 30, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: End of April brings some improvement in small business sentiment April 29, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Alberta small business confidence sees some improvement at the end of April April 29, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
BC entrepreneurs less pessimistic in April, small business focus needed in provincial economic recovery strategy April 29, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
More than half of small firms to apply for help from the federal wage subsidy, but it is too late for some, confusing for others April 27, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB statement on Canada Emergency Commercial Rent Assistance announcement April 24, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Over half of small businesses not able to pay May rent without additional support April 20, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB statement on CEBA expansion and the Canada Emergency Rent Assistance Program April 16, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small business rent crisis demands more provincial hardship grants and expanded federal support as COVID-19 restrictions continue April 15, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small business rent crisis demands an Alberta hardship grant and expanded federal support as COVID-19 restrictions continue April 15, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
One in five small businesses too small to qualify for a federal emergency loan: Changes to CEBA urgently needed April 14, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: April brings some improvement to Alberta small business confidence April 8, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: April brings some improvements in small business confidence April 8, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Cash crisis and debt nightmares top Manitoba small business concerns; more help needed immediately April 7, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Cash crisis and debt nightmares top Sask small business concerns; more help needed immediately April 7, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Cash crisis and debt nightmares top Alberta small business concerns April 7, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Cash crisis and debt nightmares top Ontario small business concerns | CFIB April 7, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
New data: Small business reaction to federal wage subsidy mixed; removing barriers to access a priority April 6, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
44% of shuttered Sask businesses not confident they will ever reopen March 31, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
A quarter of small businesses cannot pay their April rent/mortgage Regina March 30, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
A quarter of small businesses cannot pay their April rent/mortgage | CFIB March 30, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Alberta small business confidence falls to all-time-low amid COVID-19 pandemic March 25, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Manitoba's small business optimism falls to all-time-low amid COVID-19 pandemic March 25, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Saskatchewan small business optimism falls to all-time-low amid COVID-19 pandemic March 25, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Small business confidence at never-before-seen low amid COVID-19 outbreak March 25, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Nearly a third of small businesses may close within the month without more COVID-19 relief March 24, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Canada’s leading business organizations call on government to protect jobs and postpone non-essential new measures March 21, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB statement on federal COVID-19 aid measures for workers and businesses March 18, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Small business confidence tumbles amid COVID-19 outbreak March 18, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Half of small firms report a drop in sales due to COVID-19, a quarter say they won’t survive a month with a big drop in income March 17, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Media Advisory: CFIB available to provide small business reaction to the 2020-21 Manitoba Budget March 11, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Made-in-Manitoba carbon tax is fairer for small businesses; CFIB worries some sectors may still be worse off March 5, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Credit unions and regional banks beat out the biggest banks on small business customer satisfaction March 5, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Leading business associations call on parliamentarians to pass CUSMA without further delay February 27, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Media Advisory: Alberta Throne Speech: Small Business Perspective February 25, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
One in four small businesses has been negatively affected by the rail blockades, another half expect to feel impacts soon February 25, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small business hit by $1.50/hr minimum wage increase over 18 months February 24, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Federal carbon tax costs farmers almost $14,000 in 1st year; 82% negatively impacted February 21, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Balanced budget approach still tight-rope walk for small business February 20, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Open Letter: Small business concerns about ongoing rail blockades February 19, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Workers without borders: Small businesses need better access to immigration system to help address skills and labour shortages February 13, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB urges Saskatchewan municipalities to freeze property taxes in 2021 February 13, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small businesses issue list of priorities for federal government February 5, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Nova Scotia Government Slaps Small Business with Unexpected Minimum Wage Hike January 30, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Saskatchewan small business optimism improves slightly in January; 7 of 10 provinces see decline January 30, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Alberta small business confidence remained in the cold in January January 30, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: It’s a cold January for small business confidence January 30, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB recognizes Ontario’s Red Tape Reduction Minister and Red Tape “SWAT” unit January 23, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB awards a Golden Scissors to the Alberta Associate Minister of Red Tape Reduction January 23, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Not all heroes wear capes: CFIB awards a Golden Scissors to Manitoba for red tape reduction January 23, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Not all heroes wear capes: CFIB awards Golden Scissors for red tape reduction January 23, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Not all heroes wear capes: CFIB awards Golden Scissors for red tape reduction | CFIB January 23, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Farmers say reducing red tape would help make Canada more competitive and innovative: Red Tape Awareness Week™ 2020 January 22, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Farmers say reducing red tape would help make Canada more competitive and innovative: Red Tape Awareness Week™ 2020 | CFIB January 22, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Red Tape Report Card: Saskatchewan earns ‘A’ grade again in 2020 January 21, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Red Tape Report Card: Governments getting good grades for accountability—now it’s time to reduce the burden January 21, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Red Tape Report Card: Alberta goes from failing grade to ‘B-’ in one year January 21, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB grades Ontario with a second consecutive A- for red tape reduction January 21, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB presents Paperweight “Awards”: Alberta’s craft beer goes on road trips January 20, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB presents Paperweight “Awards”: Doctors with borders, carbon tax stickers, craft beer road trips and more January 20, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Recognizing the best of the best in cutting red tape: The 2020 Golden Scissors Award finalists are… January 16, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Recognizing the best of the best in cutting red tape: The 2020 Golden Scissors Award finalists are… January 16, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Recognizing the best of the best in cutting red tape: The 2020 Golden Scissors Award finalists are… | CFIB January 16, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Red Tape Awareness Week™ returns to challenge excessive and outdated regulation January 15, 2020 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Small businesses not feeling holiday cheer in December December 27, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Farmers are among the most respected professions: public opinion poll December 16, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Throne Speech 2019: CFIB available to comment on behalf of small business owners December 5, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Saskatchewan small business optimism drops again in November; 7 of 10 provinces see decline November 28, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Small business confidence suffers a major downturn in November November 28, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Manitoba's small business optimism drops in November November 28, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Majority of shoppers admit to “showrooming” at local retailers, later buying from online giants November 27, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Looming public transit strike spells bad news for local shops and their employees November 26, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
CN Rail strike is a threat to small businesses and the economy: CFIB calls for a resolution by early next week November 22, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
CN Rail strike is a threat to small businesses and the economy: CFIB calls for a resolution by early next week | CFIB November 22, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Private sector still plagued by labour shortages: 433,000 jobs went unfilled in Q3 2019 | CFIB November 21, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB and Intuit QuickBooks Canada join forces to help small businesses better manage their finances November 20, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Governments take notice: 96 per cent of Canadians say small business is important to Canada’s future November 13, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Credit card processing fees for small firms to drop in 2020; Government promises to end swipe fees on GST/HST November 7, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Alberta small business confidence takes another small dip October 31, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Manitoba's small business optimism continues climb in October October 31, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Small business confidence remains steady but subdued October 31, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Sask small business optimism falls again in October; Agriculture challenges taking a toll October 31, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
October 26 is Small Business Saturday: Celebrate your local independent businesses October 25, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB looks forward to working with the new government on behalf of small business owners October 22, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Employers still face cannabis-related challenges, a year after legalization October 17, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Manitoba small business optimism increases slightly in September September 26, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Sask small businesses lose some confidence in September September 26, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Small business confidence continues to yo-yo, drops below 60 September 26, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small business welcomes another workers’ compensation rate reduction September 25, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB: Financially healthy Workers’ Compensation system is good news for small businesses and employees September 24, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Quebec City becomes third municipality to compensate businesses hurt by roadwork September 17, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small businesses deliver election priorities to federal parties September 11, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Manitoba party leaders respond to small business priorities ahead of September 10th election September 5, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: BC small business optimism up, but still below the pack August 29, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Sask small business optimism improves slightly in August August 29, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Changes to Federal Labour Code rules will be devastating to some federally-regulated small businesses August 29, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Manitoba small business optimism continues climb in August August 29, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
New CFIB report: Small business is getting crushed under the weight of payroll taxes August 28, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
New CFIB report: Small business is getting crushed under the weight of payroll taxes | CFIB August 28, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
New CFIB report: Small business is getting crushed under the weight of payroll taxes | CFIB August 28, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB calls on Government of Ontario to abandon mandatory carbon tax stickers for gas stations August 16, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
City of Winnipeg could be a Canadian leader on construction mitigation, according to new report August 7, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Small business confidence slides backwards in July July 25, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Manitoba small business optimism improves in July; now above national average July 25, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Rise in AB small business confidence stalls in July July 25, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: BC small business confidence continues to lag behind national index July 25, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Council of the Federation meeting is the perfect opportunity for bold and decisive action on internal trade July 10, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Clear skies for small business confidence in June June 27, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Alberta small business confidence continues to rise in June June 27, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Manitoba small business optimism improves in June, but continues to trail national average June 27, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
National Pharmacare must not impose new costs and taxes on small business June 12, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
National single-use plastics ban needs to include study on economic impacts June 10, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small business platform outlines make-or-break issues for small firms in upcoming federal election June 5, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: May sees highest small business confidence level this year May 30, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Sask small business optimism declines again in May; 1 in 4 planning layoffs May 30, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: BC Barometer: Small business confidence stumbles in May May 30, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Manitoba small business optimism improves slightly in May; short-term hiring remains positive for summer May 30, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Too little, too late: Carbon tax rebate a drop in the bucket for small firms May 30, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Canada Training Benefit could be boon for small business – or a bust May 29, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
End of steel, aluminum, and retaliatory tariffs welcome news to small businesses May 17, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small businesses welcome CRA expansion of Liaison Officer service | CFIB May 10, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Federal labour proposals pose staffing and red tape concerns for small businesses May 9, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small businesses disappointed with Court of Appeal’s carbon tax decision May 3, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
One month in, small businesses are still in the dark about carbon tax rebates May 1, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Manitoba small business optimism remains weak in April; short-term hiring plans are on the rebound April 25, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Sask small business optimism remains weak in April; costly carbon tax & Ag trade uncertainty taking toll on outlook April 25, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Small businesses still feel under the weather in April April 25, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Canada’s top cities for entrepreneurship: Whitehorse, Winkler and Victoriaville lead the way; Among major cities, Saskatoon and Regina rank 7th & 8th April 3, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Canada’s top cities for entrepreneurship: Whitehorse, Winkler and Victoriaville lead the way April 3, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Saskatchewan small business optimism falls in March; looming carbon tax and Ag trade uncertainty weighing down outlook March 28, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Countdown to federal carbon tax: Small businesses still have many unanswered questions March 27, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Countdown to federal carbon tax: Small businesses still have many unanswered questions | CFIB March 27, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Nova Scotia Budget Ignores Small Business - Casey delivers more spending, no tax relief March 26, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small businesses pleased Sask Budget is balanced with sustainable spending and no tax hikes March 20, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB available to comment on this week’s Alberta Throne Speech, Federal Budget March 18, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB welcomes UCP policy proposals promoting balance and flexibility for employers March 15, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Manitoba small businesses welcome much needed PST reduction ahead of schedule March 7, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Saskatchewan small business optimism remains unchanged in February; hiring plans still weak February 28, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Small businesses are cautiously optimistic in February February 28, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: BC small business confidence continues downward drift February 28, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Calgary tops list of most unfair property tax systems for small business February 26, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small firms to pay almost half of the federal carbon tax; get 7 per cent back February 12, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small firms to pay almost half of the federal carbon tax; get 7 per cent back | CFIB February 12, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small firms to pay almost half of the federal carbon tax; get 7 per cent back | CFIB February 12, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: New year doesn’t bring new confidence for small business January 31, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Manitoba small business optimism declines in January January 31, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Red tape warriors hailed with Golden Scissors Awards; Sask public servants receive Honourable Mention January 24, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Red Tape Challenge 2019: Time for municipalities to clear the clutter January 23, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Red Tape Challenge 2019: Time for municipalities to clear the clutter January 23, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Red Tape Challenge 2019: Time for municipalities to clear the clutter | CFIB January 23, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB hands out record number of “A” grades on Red Tape Report Card January 22, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB’s Red Tape Report Card hands out record number of As | CFIB January 22, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB Paperweight “Awards”: Warm plates, hazardous hand soap, and the Weed-Which-Must-Not-be-Named January 21, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB Paperweight “Awards”: Hazardous hand soap, City of Moose Jaw’s brutal customer service leaves High Street West businesses high and dry, and the Weed-Which-Must-Not-be-Named January 21, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Who will win the 2019 Golden Scissors Awards? Two strong finalists from Saskatchewan January 17, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Red Tape Awareness Week™ is returning for its 10th year of challenging excessive regulation January 15, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Service Canada needs to improve its service to small business: Nearly a third of calls do not receive adequate information January 8, 2019 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer® Alberta small business confidence takes a tumble in December December 27, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Business confidence plummets amid oil price concerns December 27, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB pleased with moves to improve interprovincial trade but continued leadership is crucial December 5, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Critical Atlantic labour shortages forcing small businesses to do more with less December 3, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Manitoba small business optimism remains steady in November November 29, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Business confidence slump continues in November November 29, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Saskatchewan small business optimism took another step backward in November; 1 in 5 businesses planning layoffs November 29, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Business confidence slump continues in November | CFIB November 29, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Nearly three quarters of small business owners plan to exit their business within the next 10 years November 28, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Nearly three quarters of small business owners plan to exit their business within the next 10 years | CFIB November 28, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Federal Economic Statement brings some much needed good news for small business November 21, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Fall Economic Update: CFIB available to comment on small business priorities November 20, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Two-thirds of small firms negatively affected by Canada Post strike at an average cost of $3,000 November 20, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB commends Ontario for rejecting federal small business tax change on passive investment income November 15, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Ontario’s ‘Plan for the People’ hits right notes for small business owners November 15, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Businesses in Montreal get confirmation they will soon be compensated for effects of roadwork November 14, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
New federal labour law changes a giant step backwards for innovation and productivity October 31, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Business confidence falls, while labour shortage concerns grow October 25, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: BC small business confidence reaches healthier heights in October October 25, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small business applauds Ontario government for announcing reversal of punitive labour bill October 23, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Federal carbon tax plan fails fairness, competitiveness tests for small business October 23, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Federal carbon tax plan fails fairness, competitiveness tests for small business October 23, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Canada Post strike threatens small businesses heading into holiday season October 22, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
October 20th is Small Business Saturday: Support your local independent businesses! October 19, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
October 20th is Small Business Saturday: Support your local independent businesses! | CFIB October 19, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Cannabis legalization: Many workplace questions remain for small business October 16, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Cannabis legalization: 61% of Manitoba small business owners concerned it will impact safety in their workplace October 16, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Cannabis legalization: 55% of Sask small business owners concerned it will impact safety in their workplace; CFIB offers small business owners important compliance tools October 16, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Time to fix broken property tax assessment system in BC’s municipalities October 15, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Young workers could alleviate Canada’s labour shortage, but they need help October 11, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB challenges municipal candidates to stand up for local business October 3, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small businesses welcome new NAFTA agreement but further work needed for key sectors October 1, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Small business confidence steady, but trade uncertainty weighs September 27, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: BC small business optimism stays flat in September September 18, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
New Parliament session: Small businesses need MPs to address uncertainty and eroding tax competitiveness September 17, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: BC small business optimism dips down in August August 30, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Small business regains lost confidence in August August 30, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Manitoba small business optimism improves in August August 30, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB applauds new measures to reduce credit card processing fees for small firms August 9, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Small business confidence takes another step back in July July 26, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Small business confidence takes major dive in July July 26, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small business calls on new Ontario government to put CPP expansion on hold July 25, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB challenges candidates in this fall’s municipal elections to stand up for local business July 20, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Media advisory: CFIB available to comment on Council of the Federation meeting outcomes July 19, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business owners give Government “D” grade on first year report card July 18, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Small business confidence holds steady in June June 28, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Manitoba small business optimism holds steady in June June 28, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: BC Small business optimism stays steady in June June 28, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Sask small business optimism falls again in June; remains lowest in Canada June 28, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB asks provinces not to follow federal lead on small business tax changes June 26, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Report ranks BC’s biggest cities on how easy it is to open a local small business June 25, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB congratulates Montreal for being 1st municipality to compensate small businesses severely impacted by roadwork; Sask municipalities need to follow suit June 14, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB congratulates Montreal for being the first municipality to compensate small businesses severely impacted by roadwork | CFIB June 14, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB congratulates Montreal for being the first municipality to compensate small businesses hurt by roadwork June 13, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small Business Owners Endorse Stronger Ties Among the Atlantic Provinces June 12, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
How much is too much? WorkSafeBC is over-funded by $6.4 billion dollars June 11, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Manitoba Small Business Optimism sees minor dip in May May 31, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
First anniversary of $15 minimum wage plan, and still no economic impact analysis May 30, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small businesses hurt by roadwork must be compensated: Which municipality will lead the way? May 30, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Pipeline project purchase exposes fundamental flaws in Canada’s regulatory systems May 29, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Community spirit, local support top asset for Island small businesses May 24, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB presenting to the City of Moose Jaw’s Executive Committee on impact of delayed Water Main replacement on High Street West business owners and how the City can fix the problem May 14, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
The real cost of road work: 65,000 Canadian businesses taking a major hit May 2, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
The real cost of road work: 65,000 Canadian businesses taking a major hit over 5 years; Construction delays on Moose Jaw’s High Street West is one of the worst examples May 2, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
The real cost of road work: 65,000 Canadian businesses taking a major hit | CFIB May 2, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer: Small business optimism in B.C. falls below key threshold April 26, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer: Manitoba small business confidence declines again in April April 26, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Comeau decision disappoints Canadian business by continuing to allow interprovincial trade barriers April 19, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Confidence In Canada remains in question despite meeting between Prime Minister, Premiers April 15, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small businesses pleased Sask Budget will be balanced by 2019 with sustainable spending and no tax hikes April 10, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Media Advisory: CFIB presenting to the City of Prince Albert’s Executive Committee on importance of reducing commercial property taxes April 9, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Government challenged to reveal economic impact analysis of big minimum wage hikes April 2, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer: Manitoba small business optimism declines in March March 29, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Federal government tax plans still unfairly penalize small business owners March 28, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB partners with Chase to deliver lower credit card fees for small business March 5, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small businesses commend Premier’s decision to remove the PST from insurance premiums February 26, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
New data released today – Small business holding breath over changes to passive investment rules in federal budget February 26, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Entrepreneurs in Alberta are the least confident in the country February 22, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer: BC small business optimism continues upward trend February 22, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Sask small business optimism improves again in February, but still third lowest in Canada February 22, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Costs of CPP hike could be 4.5x greater than government projections February 21, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
79% of Saskatchewan small businesses oppose new taxation powers for municipalities February 20, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
New employer tax unveiled in BC Budget; Small business exemption too low; February 20, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Statement: CFIB thanks Toronto Mayor and Council for standing up for small business February 18, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Skyrocketing BC property assessments not so appealing for small business January 31, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Sask small business optimism improves in January; but still lags national average January 25, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Small business optimism growing at a healthy rate January 25, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Red tape report card: BC, Quebec, and Manitoba head of the class; Alberta lags behind January 23, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Red tape report card: BC, Quebec, and Manitoba head of the class; Saskatchewan earns an ‘A-’ January 23, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Red tape report card: BC, Quebec, and Manitoba head of the class; NWT lags behind January 23, 2018 Read MoreAbout Blog
Despite some improvements, new income sprinkling rules still a lump of coal for small business December 13, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Job vacancies reach new heights; 361,700 jobs left unfilled in Canada December 12, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB asks provincial finance ministers to join call to delay new small business tax rules December 10, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB ranks best & worst property tax gaps in Saskatchewan Cities December 6, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Comeau case highlights larger domestic trade barriers, say Canadian Chamber and CFIB December 6, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Confidence among small businesses inches up in November November 30, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Sask small business optimism remains low in November; almost 1 in 4 businesses planning layoffs November 30, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Manitoba small business optimism now well behind national average November 30, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
November brings small increase in optimism for Alberta entrepreneurs November 30, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Sask small biz optimism remains low in November; almost 1 in 4 businesses planning layoffs November 28, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Lack of details on small business tax changes a concern for business coalition November 22, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Government kicks small business to the curb with passage of minimum wage/labour reform bill November 22, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB and Northbridge Insurance partner to protect small businesses November 9, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB to MPPs: Listen to small businesses about Bill 148’s impact during Constituency Week November 6, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Workers’ compensation boards have $6.8 billion more employer money than they need November 1, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB to ask Ontario government to stop Bill 148 at Finance Committee October 31, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
New report: Broken arbitration system causing unsustainable rise in municipal costs October 25, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Full package of revised tax proposals requires more analysis, consultation October 20, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB applauds federal government decision to back away from capital gains proposal October 19, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
New passive income rules a step forward, may be insufficient to help small firms grow October 18, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB welcomes reinstatement of small business tax cut as Small Business Week begins October 16, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB renews call to halt $15 minimum wage hike after FAO commentary | CFIB October 12, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Legalized Cannabis Requires Significant Role for Private Sector: CFIB October 2, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Sask small biz optimism falls in September; all provinces see declines September 30, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Increasing the minimum wage to $15 a job killer for Alberta’s youth: new analysis September 28, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Manitoba small business optimism tumbles in September; all provinces see declines September 28, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Increasing the minimum wage to $15/hour would be a job killer for Sask’s youth: new analysis September 28, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Increasing the minimum wage to $15/hour would be a job killer for Manitoba’s youth: new analysis September 28, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer®: Alberta small business confidence remains flat September 28, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Sask small biz optimism falls in September; all provinces see declines September 28, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Growing coalition confirms tax proposals will affect middle-class business owners September 27, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Growing coalition confirms tax proposals will affect middle-class business owners September 27, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small business calls on provinces to join campaign against unfair federal tax proposals September 22, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
New data shows federal tax proposals to have harmful effects on vast majority of small businesses September 21, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
CETA a big opportunity for small business—but still an unknown quantity: survey September 20, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Media Advisory: CFIB presenting to House of Commons committee on NAFTA September 19, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
EI Insurance rate hike another impediment to small business success: CFIB September 14, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Municipalities stick small business with unfair property tax burden September 13, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
UPDATE: Coalition fighting tax changes adds members, gains momentum August 31, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Sask small biz optimism remains weak in August; still lowest in Canada August 31, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Manitoba small business optimism declines in August; still well ahead of national average August 31, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Job vacancies edge up: almost 330,000 jobs left unfilled in Canada August 24, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small businesses concerned about potential changes to NAFTA: survey August 16, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Manitoba small biz optimism increases again in July; reaches 5 year high July 31, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB Calls for an Immediate Rebate of Workers’ Compensation Premiums July 27, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Business Barometer® - Alberta’s small business confidence suffers setback July 27, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small business welcomes new provincial cabinet, appeals for policy support July 19, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small business to Premiers: focus on “affordability crunch” and internal trade at Council of the Federation July 18, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Muskrat Falls Project Could Mean Annual Cost Increase of $179 Million for Business July 12, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Media Advisory: CFIB available to respond to WCB review panel report July 6, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Sask small biz optimism edges up slightly in June; but still lowest in the West June 29, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Manitoba small biz optimism and hiring plans increase again in June June 29, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Entrepreneurs worried about impact of BC election on their business June 21, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB commends Visa and Mastercard decision to allow merchants limited surcharging powers June 14, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Office of Regulatory Affairs and Service Effectiveness wins Order of the Bear June 9, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB: Premier punishes small business with unaffordable minimum wage hikes that will lead to job losses May 30, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Sask small biz optimism takes nosedive in May; now 17 points below national index May 28, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Media Statement: CFIB challenges parties to put policy ahead of politics May 25, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Sask small biz optimism takes nosedive in May; now 17 points below national average May 25, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Strong majority of AB entrepreneurs say unionizing their workplace would have negative impact May 23, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB statement on the release of the Changing Workplaces Review Final Report May 23, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small biz deliver 1,000 reasons for Sask Government to continue opposing a costly carbon tax May 17, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Small biz calling for mitigation measures to offset impact of annual minimum wage increases May 15, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB Business Counselors take the pain out of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) compliance May 9, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB shares concerns with Labour Minister about drastic employment rule overhaul May 9, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
WorkSafeNB task force and request for premium cap are a step in the right direction May 4, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Massive tax hikes take toll on Sask small biz optimism in April; 1 in 5 businesses planning layoffs April 27, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
McNeil government ramps up spending while delivering key tax breaks for small business April 27, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
CFIB environment report: independent businesses already taking action to grow greener April 21, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Manitoba Budget fails to take bold steps needed to get back to balance April 11, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog
Deck is stacked against small business in workplace legislation review April 6, 2017 Read MoreAbout Blog