Zensurance Small Business Insights
News and resources for Canadian small businesses and startups covering the economic and business insurance landscape.
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10 Ways to Prevent Shoplifting in Your Retail Store
An estimated 57% of Canadian small businesses dealt with theft or shoplifting in 2023. See our tips on how to spot possible shoplifters and the things you can do to prevent shoplifting and theft of your merchandise.
What Type of Insurance Does a Doula Need?
Doulas do not perform clinical tasks, diagnose medical conditions, or give medical advice, but they do support women throughout their pregnancies. However, with that responsibility come liability risks that should be covered by insurance. Here's what every doula needs to know.
Want Help Growing Your Small Business? Consider Finding a Mentor
Seeking a mentor to guide your journey can profoundly impact your professional growth and success. Here’s how to find a mentor to help your business grow.
What Is Catering Liability Insurance?
You need to protect your catering business from financial losses, legal risks, and liabilities arising from your operations. Learn about the liability risks caterers face, how insurance can help, and see our recommended food safety and handling tips
What Insurance Do Franchisees Need?
Being a franchisee offers new and aspiring business owners access to an established brand with built-in recognition and trust. But a franchise isn’t immune to costly unforeseen incidents, and even well-oiled machines can develop a squeaky wheel. Here’s what franchisees should know about protecting their assets.
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.
Small Business Tips
Ontario Business Insurance for Remote Businesses
Being your own boss allows for many cool business opportunities, one of which is the ability to run your
Toronto Business Insurance – A Business Owner’s Guide to the City
Running a business in a big city has many benefits - more access to resources, networking opportunities, and increased
Salon Insurance Ontario – Guidelines for Salon Owners
As a salon owner in Ontario, your business thrives on making people feel like the best versions of themselves.
Insurance
When Does a Holiday Gift Become a Tool of Your Trade?
It’s wise to talk to your broker and ask for an annual review of your policy as your business grows. Regardless of your profession, don’t forget to protect any new items you receive this holiday season you will use to do your job.
10 Ways to Safeguard Your Small Business During the Winter
Winter's icy wrath can damage your business property or cause accidents that lead to liability claims. See our recommendations for protecting your property and finances throughout the winter and reducing the chances of suffering costly losses.
How to Protect Your Business on Black Friday and Cyber Monday 2024
The opportunity Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and the holiday season present also poses considerable liability risks for any small business or independent seller angling to get in on the action. Here’s what to watch for and how to protect your company and finances.