Having to lay off employees can be an emotionally charged decision for a small business owner; employees can become like family and letting them go is heartbreaking. Unfortunately, sometimes layoffs ...

The Workers’ Compensation Board of Nova Scotia (WCB) oversees the implementation and application of the Workers' Compensation Act and the Firefighters' Compensation Regulations. The majority of costs ...

Terminating an employee is one of the most stressful things business owners have to do, especially due to the risks involved. In fact, our members often reach out to us before making a final decision.

B.C.'s next government will make decisions on taxes, payroll costs, regulation and the province's finances. Those decisions will shape whether small businesses can survive, invest and grow. B.C. is in ...

Charlottetown, October 1, 2026 – Prince Edward Island’s minimum wage increases to $17.30 per hour today, remaining the highest in Atlantic Canada, with another increase to $17.60 already scheduled for ...

With the new parliamentary session underway, policymakers have an opportunity to strengthen entrepreneurship and small business growth. Weak consumer spending, rising operating costs, labour shortages ...

A single storm, equipment breakdown, or liability claim can threaten the financial stability of an agri-business. Commercial insurance provides a critical safety net against these risks, but farmers ...

Every other month, CFIB members lend their opinions to 'Your Voice,' a survey exploring a variety of current topics. The latest takeaways are showcased in a series of informative charts that summarize ...

This translates into 393,000 vacant positions across Canada. Job vacancy rates unchanged for five consecutive quarters The private sector job vacancy rate in Canada remained virtually unchanged, at ...

The 2025 federal budget was tabled on November 4, 2025. While small business owners were hoping for meaningful cost relief and improved tax competitiveness, the 2025 budget largely reiterates ...

Ensure police and the justice system have the tools and resources needed to respond effectively to crime affecting small businesses. Take repeat and chronic offending seriously and strengthen ...