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New provincial grant for racialized entrepreneurs

In partnership with several organizations, the Ontario government is offering a grant of up to $10,000 to help Indigenous, Black, and other racialized entrepreneurs start or grow their business.

Find out if you qualify

Right to Disconnect Policy: is your business compliance-ready?

As of June 1, 2022, all businesses with more than 25 employees in total must implement a Right to Disconnect Policy. Our member-excusive template will guide you through your responsibilities and help you be compliant with this new Employment Standards requirement. Download your copy today in our resource library and contact our advisors at 1-833-568-2342 if you need help customizing it.

Download the template

The 2022 Budget is almost here – and CFIB is making your voice heard!

The federal government will be releasing its budget on April 7, and we want to make sure that small business recovery remains a priority over the next year. Keeping business costs down, reducing red tape, and addressing the labour shortage are just a few of the key asks that we shared in CFIB’s pre-budget submission.

Read the release

Snapshot: How small businesses have been impacted after 2 years of COVID-19

How small businesses have been impacted after 2 years of COVID-19

Want to know how businesses like yours have been affected by the pandemic? Our latest research snapshot includes your survey answers on current levels of sales, debt, and bankruptcy intentions. It was also used to advocate to government on reducing costs and extending business supports – something we couldn’t have done without your input!

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Practical solutions for your business

Accounting

How to stay stress-free this tax season?

Staying on top of finances and running a business is tricky and all-encompassing, but with the right tool, it can be more than manageable. With QuickBooks online, a cloud-based accounting software you will save time and money when tax season comes.
Discover 7 reasons of switching to online accounting!

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Group Benefits

Attract and retain employees with flexible and affordable group insurance coverage!

As a small business, offering a group insurance plan to your employees can be challenging. CFIB has partnered with Sun Life Financial and Nexim to create PrimaSure, a benefit plan that meets your unique needs and constraints as a business owner.
 

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Conflict in Ukraine: Safe ways you can support the relief effort

We’ve heard from business owners who want to know how they can lend support to people affected by the conflict. We’re sharing a list of trustworthy initiatives, including by some of our partners, as well as what some of the small businesses in our own communities are doing to support those affected.

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Masks no longer mandatory as of March 21

Face coverings are no longer a requirement in most settings in Ontario, including businesses. Learn more about how Ontario’s mask policy has changed under the “Restrictions” tab on our COVID webpage.

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