Did you know that CFIB members have access to a team of Advisors ready to help with any and all business issues?
Located across Canada, Advisors serve members in French and English. They come from a variety of career and educational backgrounds; human resources; policy, economics, marketing, payroll; some have run their own business - and all of them are experts in finding answers.
Business owners are often surprised to find out just how much we can do. Typically, one or two calls to Business Resources in a year can cover the cost of your membership! Think of the hourly cost of a lawyer, an accountant, an HR professional… then consider that you can contact Business Resources as often as you want, and it’s all included in your membership fee.
- Expert Guidance on Business Issues: CFIB Business Advisors offer practical advice on a wide range of topics, including human resources, payroll, health and safety, regulatory compliance, and day-to-day business operations. They help business owners like you navigate complex rules and requirements, reducing the risk of costly mistakes.
- HR and Employment Support: Advisors assist with questions about hiring, terminations, employee management, and workplace policies. They provide access to templates and tools for employment contracts, disciplinary letters, and health and safety documentation, making it easier for you to stay compliant with government requirements.
- Regulatory and Tax Assistance: Small business owners often face challenges understanding government regulations, taxes, and reporting requirements. CFIB Business Advisors help clarify these rules, explain changes in legislation, and guide members through processes like GST/HST registration, payroll deductions, and place of supply rules.
- Problem-Solving and Crisis Support: Whether it’s dealing with a workplace incident, responding to a government audit, or handling a difficult HR situation, Business Advisors provide one-on-one support and practical solutions tailored to your business’s needs.
- Access to Tools and Resources: CFIB members receive exclusive access to a library of business templates, guides, and checklists covering topics such as refund policies, cybersecurity, and point-of-sale systems. These resources save time and help business owners implement best practices.
- Advocacy and Policy Updates: Business Advisors keep members informed about policy changes and government programs that affect small businesses. They also gather feedback from members to help shape CFIB’s advocacy efforts at the municipal, provincial, and federal levels, ensuring the voice of small business is heard.
- Exclusive Savings and Vetted Services: Advisors connect members with exclusive savings on essential business services, such as payment processing, shipping, insurance, and more. They help members understand and redeem these offers, leveraging the collective buying power of over 100,000 CFIB members.
- Personalized, Ongoing Support: Every CFIB member has access to unlimited advice from Business Advisors by phone, email, or online chat. This ongoing support means always having a trusted partner to turn to for guidance, whether you’re starting up, expanding, or facing new challenges.
“Knowing you have nonjudgmental assistance with customer and employee concerns is a breath of fresh air. It's like having a silent business partner, great service, great advice, and people that understand small business problems”- BC Member, Automotive Sector
CFIB members can contact our Business Advisors at
cfib@cfib.ca or 1-833-568-2342
Not a member? Join today to access our Advisors, discount programs, tools, and resources.
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