Alberta Parks and Friends of Kananaskis host their annual Winter Safety Day this Sunday. Learn critical survival skills, see a mock avalanche rescue, and prepare for winter's unique challenges in the backcountry.
Brigade Pizza in downtown Montreal fears the next phase of Sainte-Catherine Street construction could threaten its survival. Owner speaks out as city work continues.
London small businesses express frustration and confusion over recent changes to Ontario's blue box recycling program, saying they feel overlooked. Learn the details and impacts.
Powerful personal testimonies, including from Jonathan Mubanda, highlighted the human cost of gang life at a Prince Albert symposium aimed at prevention and intervention.
Business owners and farmers voice strong concerns over SaskPower's proposed 3.9% rate increases for 2026 and 2027, fearing economic strain. The government defends the need for investment.
Discover why small animals like guinea pigs make excellent family pets in Nova Scotia. Learn about the benefits and considerations from local experts. Read more.
Vancouver's Broadway corridor businesses face ruin after years of subway construction disruption. Owners sell homes, take second jobs as pleas for provincial government help go unanswered.
The CFIB is calling on SaskPower to abandon planned electricity rate increases, warning that small businesses in Saskatchewan are already at a financial breaking point. Learn about the pushback and what it means for the province's economy.
A Maple Ridge restaurateur faced a barrage of one-star reviews and boycott calls after catering an event for Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, highlighting the real-world impact of online vitriol.
Discover why the portable LifeStraw water filter is an essential item for Canadians, from outdoor adventures to emergency preparedness. Tested in extreme conditions, it offers peace of mind for just $18.
Canada's Competition Bureau launches a study into the financing landscape for small and medium-sized businesses. The probe aims to identify competitive barriers and improve access to capital.
The Cape Breton Business Innovation Centre officially launched on January 12, 2026, marking a significant investment in local entrepreneurship and economic development for Nova Scotia. Learn more about this new hub for business growth.
A four-month full road closure on East Broadway for subway work could devastate Vancouver businesses already hit by years of construction. The BIA is pleading for provincial help.
Discover the remarkable survival strategies of native animals during Winnipeg's brutal winters, as showcased by the Living Prairie Museum's educational exhibits. Learn more about local ecology.
An Embrun hairstylist faces a $17,000 repayment demand for pandemic relief funds. Dawn Barton shares her story amid ongoing CRA reviews of COVID-19 support programs.
The Town of Innisfil unveils an Entrepreneurial Journey Map, a new digital tool designed to guide local founders and simplify starting a business. Discover how it works.
The owner of Chess Piece Pâtisserie in downtown Fredericton is selling her business, unable to keep pace with rising expenses. Learn the story behind the closure.
Actor Gerard Butler jokes he wouldn't last in a real-life 'Greenland 2' scenario. The star reflects on the disaster film's terrifying premise and his own survival skills.
The Sharpal six-in-one knife sharpener and survival tool is an Amazon favourite for campers and outdoor enthusiasts. For under $10, this compact tool offers fire-starting, an emergency whistle, and sharpening capabilities. Discover why over 17,000 reviewe
Employment lawyer Howard Levitt outlines seven critical strategies for Canadian businesses to navigate the unforgiving legal landscape of 2026. Discipline, not clever tactics, is key to survival.
New Ontario Blue Box regulations create recycling gaps for London small businesses. Learn how the changes impact commercial waste and what companies are doing to adapt.
Edmonton's High Street district reports a slight sales decline as the Wellington Bridge closure disrupts traffic. Local businesses reflect on the challenges and look ahead.
The Purrfect Cup Cat Café in downtown Saskatoon is moving locations due to ongoing vandalism, public drug use, and safety concerns. Owner Sydney Sylvester details the costly impact.
Rocky View County explores mandatory business licensing, drawing criticism from Langdon entrepreneurs who claim they weren't consulted. Read about the debate and potential impacts.
Daniela Alonso, owner of Taquitos Cocina De Mexico in Bedford, fights to keep her doors open as inflation and expenses threaten her business. Read her story of resilience.
Saud Abbasi, owner of Pizza Bae in Montgomery, helped families escape a devastating water main flood on Dec. 30, 2025. Now, his new business faces closure due to water restrictions and lost revenue. Discover his story and the impact on local shops.
Downtown Sudbury merchants unite to help a new bakery targeted by vandals. The owner expresses deep gratitude for the community's overwhelming solidarity.
A bulk set of heat-reflective emergency blankets is 20% off on Amazon. Essential for winter safety in cars, homes, and for helping those in need. Grab the deal while it lasts.
The former M&M Café in Benito, Manitoba, has been sold for just one dollar. Discover the story behind this unique sale and what it means for the community's future.
Facing high costs, Saskatoon's young adults are turning to low-risk, essential service businesses like cleaning. Discover how Caleb Smith built True Blue Cleaning Solutions and why this trend is growing.