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The National Bank SME Growth Fund, L.P. up and running
With the participation of more than 245 private investors, National Bank Private Investment says it has completed the initial capitalization of $200 million for the National Bank SME Growth Fund, L.P.
EY’s Wong message to MOMENTUM delegates: ‘Time to return to better’
There is much work to be done for any organization when it comes to responding to the effects of COVID-19, but moving forward the focus should be squarely directed on innovation, says EY global chief innovation officer Jeff Wong.
COVID-19 AND YOUR BUSINESS
181,000 Canadian small business owners may have to shut down: CFIB
One in six or a staggering 181,000 Canadian small business owners are seriously contemplating permanently closing, putting more than...
Webinar to explore the power of Emotional Intelligence
A Wikipedia posting describes Emotional Intelligence as the capability of individuals to recognize their own emotions and those of others, discern between different feelings and label them appropriately, use emotional information to guide thinking and behavior, and manage and/or adjust emotions to adapt to environments or achieve one’s goals.
Rapid COVID-19 vaccination critical for key group of essential workforce: FHCP
New resources released by Food, Health & Consumer Products of Canada (FHCP) will help employers understand evolving public health guidance on vaccination as the sector continues to work to ensure prioritized distribution of COVID-19 vaccines for food, health, and consumer goods manufacturing workers, the organization said this week.
TECHNOLOGY
Webinar to explore the power of Emotional Intelligence
A Wikipedia posting describes Emotional Intelligence as the capability of individuals to recognize their own emotions and those of others, discern between different feelings and label them appropriately, use emotional information to guide thinking and behavior, and manage and/or adjust emotions to adapt to environments or achieve one’s goals.
Rapid COVID-19 vaccination critical for key group of essential workforce: FHCP
New resources released by Food, Health & Consumer Products of Canada (FHCP) will help employers understand evolving public health guidance on vaccination as the sector continues to work to ensure prioritized distribution of COVID-19 vaccines for food, health, and consumer goods manufacturing workers, the organization said this week.
EY’s Wong message to MOMENTUM delegates: ‘Time to return to better’
There is much work to be done for any organization when it comes to responding to the effects of COVID-19, but moving forward the focus should be squarely directed on innovation, says EY global chief innovation officer Jeff Wong.
CONSUMER TRENDS
Canada’s Main Streets and small businesses face extreme uncertainty: Study
Vancity, Vancity Community Investment Bank (VCIB), and the Canadian Urban Institute, this week released research that examines seven of Canada’s main streets, offering insight into how small businesses have been impacted by COVID-19 since April.
BDC‘s 41st edition of SBW focuses on resilience, innovation
Business Development Canada’s Small Business Week (SBW) is going completely virtual this year with exclusive events taking place this week, highlighting the resilience and innovation of entrepreneurs in the face of today’s unprecedented challenges.
STARTING A BUSINESS
Webinar to explore the power of Emotional Intelligence
A Wikipedia posting describes Emotional Intelligence as the capability of individuals to recognize their own emotions and those of others, discern between different feelings and label them appropriately, use emotional information to guide thinking and behavior, and manage and/or adjust emotions to adapt to environments or achieve one’s goals.
Black Entrepreneurship Program receives major funding boost
The federal government this week announced a pledge valued at $221 million to the Black Entrepreneurship Program.
See It Be It campaign and new research released by WEKH
The Women Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub (WEKH) is releasing a new research report Women Entrepreneurs Beyond the Stereotypes and awareness campaign it said is designed to “celebrate women entrepreneur success stories and crush male-dominated stereotypes of entrepreneurship.”
MENTAL HEALTH & WELLNESS
181,000 Canadian small business owners may have to shut down: CFIB
One in six or a staggering 181,000 Canadian small business owners are seriously contemplating permanently closing, putting more than...
Exploring COVID-19’s impact on mental health of entrepreneurs: Marie’s story
Editor’s Note: This is the third in a three-part series based on new research from the Business Development Bank...
Exploring COVID-19’s impact on mental health of entrepreneurs: Michael’s story
Editor’s Note: This is the second in a three-part series based on new research from the Business Development Bank...
Webinar to explore the power of Emotional Intelligence
A Wikipedia posting describes Emotional Intelligence as the capability of individuals to recognize their own emotions and those of others, discern between different feelings and label them appropriately, use emotional information to guide thinking and behavior, and manage and/or adjust emotions to adapt to environments or achieve one’s goals.