BDC survey indicates growing digital divide among Canadian businesses
Research indicates there is a growing digital divide among businesses in Canada as businesses without an effective digital presence are less likely to attract investment
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BDC survey indicates growing digital divide among Canadian businesses
Research indicates there is a growing digital divide among businesses in Canada as businesses without an effective digital presence are less likely to attract investment
Surging gas prices compound inflation’s toll on Canadians, hurt consumer sentiment
Experts say soaring fuel prices create a kind of inflationary domino effect, with climbing gas prices raising shipping costs and higher shipping costs hiking the
OAX 2022: Helping associations navigate volatility and disruption
Associations are a vital part of Canada’s economy and are facing unique challenges – and opportunities – coming out of the pandemic. The OTUS Association
Bank of Canada reaching out to Indigenous groups on economic reconciliation
Governor says the central bank hopes it can take a meaningful step toward building trust and strengthening its relationship with Indigenous peoples.
UPDATED: Ottawa-Gatineau’s jobless rate falls to 4.6% in April amid strong growth
Statistics Canada says a number of signs point to an increasingly tight labour market in recent months, including a drop in the number of part-time
More to come: How these six central banks are fighting runaway inflation
As the world copes with the impacts of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, central banks around the world are responding to record-high inflation with adjusted
More traditional finance professionals shifting to crypto as sector grows up
The crypto world is still evolving rapidly, but there is growing integration with existing financial frameworks to make the transition to the space from traditional
‘It won’t change overnight:’ Workers push back as return to office plans roll out
Ian McGrath has made it clear to his bosses: If the company forces staff to return to the office, he’ll tender his resignation.
Canadian shoppers shift to discount stores, No Name brand amid high inflation: Loblaw
Consumers are shopping for groceries more often, buying less with each visit and shifting to value-oriented stores, grocery chain said Wednesday.
Instacart adds Metro and Giant Tiger to app as it aims to spur easing pandemic demand
“It’s actually really important for us that grocery delivery isn’t seen as a luxury.”
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