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What to Do If Your Small Business Suffers a Cyber-Attack
An estimated 69% of Canadian small businesses don't consider cybersecurity a financial priority, and only 20% intend to purchase a cyber insurance policy. If you suspect your business has experienced a cyber-attack or data breach, taking immediate action is critical to minimize the damage.
10 Insurance Tips for Women Entrepreneurs
Navigating the complexities of acquiring the right type of liability insurance can be daunting for any entrepreneur in any industry. See our insurance tips for helping women-owned businesses and startups make informed decisions.
5 Best VPN Providers for Small Businesses
Looking to enhance your business’s cybersecurity defences? Purchasing a virtual private network (VPN) to encrypt your online traffic and conceal your location may be worthwhile. See our list of VPN providers to consider.
What Online Sellers and Retailers Should Know About Product Liability Insurance
As retailers, e-commerce businesses, and online sellers aim to grow their bottom lines in the last three months of the year, now’s the time to ensure they have adequate product liability insurance to safeguard their finances. Here’s what to know.
7 Inexpensive Tools for Small Businesses to Create Videos
Using videos to market your business can be a game-changer. For small business owners and self-employed professionals on tight budgets, see our list of options for creating engaging videos with minimal effort and cost.
Fire Prevention Week 2024: How to Protect Your Small Business From Fires
October 6 to 12 is Fire Prevention Week in Canada. See our tips and resources for minimizing the risk of fire on your commercial property and how business insurance can help your company recover following a fire.
Small Business Tips
10 Insurance Tips for Women Entrepreneurs
Navigating the complexities of acquiring the right type of liability insurance can be daunting for any entrepreneur in any industry. See our insurance tips for helping women-owned businesses and startups make informed decisions.
What Online Sellers and Retailers Should Know About Product Liability Insurance
As retailers, e-commerce businesses, and online sellers aim to grow their bottom lines in the last three months of the year, now’s the time to ensure they have adequate product liability insurance to safeguard their finances. Here’s what to know.
7 Inexpensive Tools for Small Businesses to Create Videos
Using videos to market your business can be a game-changer. For small business owners and self-employed professionals on tight budgets, see our list of options for creating engaging videos with minimal effort and cost.
Insurance
What to Do If Your Small Business Suffers a Cyber-Attack
An estimated 69% of Canadian small businesses don't consider cybersecurity a financial priority, and only 20% intend to purchase a cyber insurance policy. If you suspect your business has experienced a cyber-attack or data breach, taking immediate action is critical to minimize the damage.
10 Insurance Tips for Women Entrepreneurs
Navigating the complexities of acquiring the right type of liability insurance can be daunting for any entrepreneur in any industry. See our insurance tips for helping women-owned businesses and startups make informed decisions.
Fire Prevention Week 2024: How to Protect Your Small Business From Fires
October 6 to 12 is Fire Prevention Week in Canada. See our tips and resources for minimizing the risk of fire on your commercial property and how business insurance can help your company recover following a fire.
Financial Business Tips
15 Business Grants and Loans for Women in Canada
The Zensurance Small Business Grant is one of many options for Canadian women entrepreneurs and startups led by women that are available to help them grow their businesses. See our list of grants and loans to pursue.
5 Tips for Increasing Your Small Business’s Profit in a Slow Economy
Challenges remain for small businesses to grow their profit margins due to inflation and higher-than-average interest rates. Here are five things you can do to grow profitability in a tight economic environment.
10 Financial Planning Tips for Small Businesses in 2024
Making informed decisions, dealing with unforeseen challenges, and positioning your business for sustained growth requires planning. See our financial planning tips to help your small business grow and thrive this year.
Cybersecurity
What to Do If Your Small Business Suffers a Cyber-Attack
An estimated 69% of Canadian small businesses don't consider cybersecurity a financial priority, and only 20% intend to purchase a cyber insurance policy. If you suspect your business has experienced a cyber-attack or data breach, taking immediate action is critical to minimize the damage.
5 Best VPN Providers for Small Businesses
Looking to enhance your business’s cybersecurity defences? Purchasing a virtual private network (VPN) to encrypt your online traffic and conceal your location may be worthwhile. See our list of VPN providers to consider.
What Small Businesses Need to Know About Cyber Insurance
Data shows that 69% of Canadian small businesses don’t consider cybersecurity a financial priority, and only 20% have any intention of purchasing cyber insurance. Here’s why those small businesses need to get serious about cybersecurity.
Startup Tips
40 Side Hustles to Make Money in 2024
In addition to making extra income, a side hustle is a testing ground to try out a new idea before jumping headlong into starting a business. Looking for inspiration? Here are 40 side job ideas to consider.
How to Become a Landlord in Canada
If you’re entering the residential property rental market now or thinking of doing so soon, your timing couldn’t be better. But know that becoming a landlord and maintaining a rental property is a lot of work. See our guide for how to set yourself up for success.
10 Things to Do to Start a General Contracting Business
Thinking of being your own boss and calling the shots? Canada needs more entrepreneurs, but be aware starting a business has its challenges. Here's how to prepare to launch and run a successful contracting business.