Canada’s Entrepreneur

In this video interview, Emily Gardner,   Vice President, Consumer Products, Spring Financial, discusses the trend in 'loud budgeting." Less than half of Canadians currently keep up a budget, but TikTok’s latest personal finance trend, “loud budgeting,” could change that. The trend is reshaping the narrative around money conversations by encouraging people to be more vocal about their finances and...

Alex Wylie has a proven track record of building high-growth businesses and is now President and CEO of Volt Lithium Corp . Alex is leading a game-changing technological shift in the oil and gas industry aiming to be North America’s first commercial producer of lithium from oilfield brine. The vision is to secure a supply of lithium for Canada and other markets including the USA and global destina...

In this interview, Mark von Schellwitz, VP Western, Restaurants Canada, discusses how many restaurants in Canada are on the brink of closing because they can’t meet the repayment deadline of January 18 for the Canada Emergency Bank Account loan. PRESS RELEASE With just days remaining until the Federal Government enforces the Canada Emergency Business Account (CEBA) loan repayment, Restaurants Cana...

In this video interview, Phil Soper, President and CEO of Royal LePage, discusses the current housing market in Canada and what to expect in 2024. #business #homes #housing #realestate #royallepage #MLS #entrepreneurs #entrepreneurship  Mario Toneguzzi is Managing Editor of Canada’s Podcast. He has more than 40 years of experience as a daily newspaper writer, columnist, and editor. He was named in...

In this interview, Alicia Planincic, Economist & Manager of Policy, Business Council of Alberta, discusses a new report that shows the success of immigrants is vital to Canada's prosperity but their potential is too often unrealized due to common barriers. PRESS RELEASE New report shows the success of immigrants is vital to Canada’s prosperity, yet their potential is too often unrealized due t...

"Just listen to people, no matter what consider it, you may not actually apply it, but make sure you're actually listening." Seif El-Sahly is a P. Eng., Director of Newfore Inc. but he is also a Dreamer, Renovator and Crushing Expectations! He turns drawings into reality with a dose of humour and a Top 40 Under 40 ranking. He is the force behind Tiny Homes - Garage Edition. A self-pronounced worka...

Gail Taylor is a Canadian songwriter , keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and passionate advocate for the power of music to inspire change. Her catalog of 13 published songs draws from her life experiences and imparts invaluable messages, taking centre stage in her speaking engagements. For the past 35 years, Gail has stood on stage and spoken about finance and socially responsible investing. Her jour...

In this interview, Dan Kelly, President of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business , discusses the growing opposition to the federal carbon tax and how it is impacting small business across the country. PRESS RELEASE Toronto, November 8, 2023 – A strong majority of businesses (85%) now oppose the federal carbon tax (the fuel charge) and want it to be scrapped, according to new data from th...

In this interview, Simon Worsfold, Head of Data Communications, for Intuit QuickBooks, discusses a new report that indicates small business credit card spending is up 18 per cent. He talks about the reasons for the huge increase, the challenges faced by small businesses today, the impact on hiring, the rise of solopreneurs, the importance of access to capital and the impact small business has on t...

Well-known Canadian entrepreneur Arlene Dickinson , who is also a Dragon on CBC’s Dragons’ Den TV show, discusses how entrepreneurs can survive and thrive in these difficult economic times. In this video interview, Dickinson talks about common mistakes entrepreneurs make, how you can grow a business even in this environment, if the economy is discouraging people from becoming entrepreneurs, why wo...

Aslan Renewables , a PEI-based company founded by successful tech entrepreneur Andrew Murray , is revolutionizing renewable energy with its scalable modular dams designed to bring Canada’s 50,000 historical hydro sites back to life with modern technology. Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our  YouTube  channel and follow us on  Faceboo...

In this interview, Carmin Di Fiore, Executive Vice President of CBRE’s Debt and Structured Finance team, discusses the real estate company’s latest Canadian Real Estate Lenders’ Report. Di Fiore talks about how lenders are feeling about the market right now, what cities in Canada are seeing investment, what assets are attractive today, how the office market is still struggling and what to expect w...

In this interview, Peter Menzies, Senior Fellow with the Macdonald-Laurier Institute, former newspaper executive and past vice chair of the CRTC, discusses the state of the media in Canada. Menzies talks about how the industry is at a point where it needs to adapt or die, how it got to this point, who is to blame, the federal government online legislation, the CBC, and the growth of alternative ne...

In this interview, Elliot Morris, Grocery and Consumer Packaged Goods Leader with EY Canada , discusses a new survey on how climate change concerns are disrupting Canadian consumption habits. Morris talks about the habits of different demographics and trends in the retail industry. PRESS RELEASE (Toronto, November 14, 2023) The EY Future Consumer Index Survey reveals deepening concerns around infl...

In this interview, Franco Terrazzano, Federal Director of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation, discusses some of the tax hikes that will hit Canadian consumers in 2024. PRESS RELEASE Brace for impact: more federal tax hikes in 2024 OTTAWA, ON: The Canadian Taxpayers Federation released its annual New Year’s Tax Changes report today to highlight major tax changes in 2024. “Tax hikes will give Canadia...

In this interview, Phil Soper, President and CEO of Royal LePage, discusses the real estate company’s latest housing report. Soper talks about where home prices are headed in 2024, what to expect in sales, the impact of increased mortgage rates, the challenge of supply in Canada and affordability. PRESS RELEASE TORONTO, Dec. 14, 2023 /CNW/ – After years of unprecedented irregularity, Canadians may...

In this interview, Jaimie Boyd, National Digital Government Leader for Deloitte Canada, discusses a new report highlighting the demand for digital skills today in the workplace. Boyd talks about the difficulties in finding talent, why it’s important for companies to adopt new technologies, the challenges and the investment in cyber security. PRESS RELEASE TORONTO, Nov. 14, 2023 /CNW/ – As some org...

In this interview, Corinne Pohlmann, Executive Vice-President of Advocacy of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business, discusses the big challenges small businesses continue to face in Canada. Pohlmann talks about the looming repayment deadline for the Canada Emergency Business Account as well as the increases in employers’ payrolls with hikes for Canada Pension Plan and Employment Insuranc...

In this interview, Tim Sanderson, Executive Vice President, Retail, for JLL Canada, discusses the real estate firm’s latest holiday shopping survey. Sanderson talks about how 39% of Canadians are looking for ways to save money this year, what retailers will benefit from that, and the preference of in-store shopping. PRESS RELEASE TORONTO, November 22, 2023— JLL released today the Canada Holiday Sh...

Emily Hosie has a track record of effecting industry-shifting growth and success in the retail space through her tenure at fashion powerhouses, TJ Maxx, Saks Fifth Avenue, Saks Off Fifth, and Holt Renfrew. A dynamic millennial mom, Emily recognized a huge void in the baby gear retail market that was ripe for innovation, within a legacy industry in need of an update. Her solution for the industry w...

In 2017, Sean Alexander and his family built a home in the new community of Harmony, a lake community just west of Calgary. For a side business, outside of his oil & gas career, Sean began importing Standup Paddleboards (SUPs) to sell to his neighbours out of his garage in late 2019, branding them KAILANI . Shortly after that, he realized not everyone wanted to paddleboard, so he expanded his...

Emily Ward is the co-founder of Canada’s leading global influencer talent management agency Shine Talent Group . Emily transformed her PR agency (which she had for 10+ years) into a full influencer talent management agency. In this session we discuss, knowing when to make a change, knowing when it's time to bring on a business partner, and how to find the right person. Entrepreneurs are the backbo...

As a highly accomplished senior executive with 30 years of international experience across multiple industries, Rhea Dubois-Phillips has a track record of building and leading strong teams, advising C-Suite, and managing integrated campaigns to promote and protect reputation, revenue and business objectives. She is a respected leader, motivator, and strategist with the ability to empower employees...

Aditya Dutta , Co-Owner of Monki Breakfast Club & Bistro in Calgary, is a seasoned entrepreneur who has led and helped startups in the hospitality, fashion and real estate industries. An engineering graduate of McGill University, Aditya loves innovation and is now following his childhood passion of revolutionizing the hospitality industry in Calgary, Alberta. A Management Consultant by trade,...

As country leader for Sage in Canada , Mark Hickman helps to empower Canadian businesses by simplifying workflows to break down barriers and achieve growth. With more than 20 years of experience at the executive management and leadership-levels, where he consistently grew revenues at leading organizations, Mark brings a wealth of knowledge essential to successfully navigate the channel, partner, a...