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Looking Ahead: Ten Tips to Prepare for a Downturn
Economic slowdowns, rising costs, tighter financing conditions, shifting demand, and more, can – and do – ruin once-thriving businesses overnight. While small and medium businesses can’t control the broader economy, serious cash flow problems are not caused
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6 Ways to Take the Guesswork Out of Construction Bidding
Competition in construction hasn’t let up. More firms are chasing the same projects, timelines are tighter and cost pressures continue to shift. In that environment, relying on instinct alone can quietly put your margins at risk. Bidding smarter isn’t about cutting
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CRA Shifts to Online-Only Mail for Businesses
What Business Owners Need to Know The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has made a significant change in how it communicates with business owners. The change applies to all new business number registrants, existing businesses registered for My Business Account program,
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Breaking Barriers: How Women Entrepreneurs Access More Capital
Despite their innovation, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit, women entrepreneurs continue to face significant challenges in securing the funding they need to grow and sustain their businesses. A panel discussion hosted by GGFL in partnership with the Women’s
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The Questions That Matter: How to Uncover and Overcome Business Roadblocks
Every business reaches a point where growth slows, profitability dips, or the team feels stretched to its limits. While these challenges are common, they’re often symptoms of deeper underlying issues that require a strategic and collaborative approach to resolve.
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Interest Rate Cuts and Construction Growth
The recent reduction in interest rates by the Bank of Canada presents an opportunity for construction companies in Ottawa to capitalize on more favorable financing conditions. Until recently, high borrowing costs and stringent loan conditions posed significant
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