The Meridian Small Business Big Impact (SBBI) Awards are back, and nominations are now open.   Each year, the awards recognize Ontario businesses and non-profit organizations that are making a meaningful difference in their communities through innovation, environmental stewardship, inclusive employment practices, community support and other impactful initiatives. Meridian is awarding $250,000 to organizations across&helli

The Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) offers wage subsidies of up to $5,000 to help businesses anywhere in Canada hire a post-secondary student on paid work-integrated learning (WIL) placements (e.g. co-ops, internships) through their Talent Opportunities Program (TOP). Employers who hire students on WIL placements report benefits such as: Support for short-term workflow pressures Access&helli

Canada is entering its largest period of defence investment in generations. Core defence spending is projected to rise from approximately $64 billion in 2025 to $160 billion by 2035. Meeting the full NATO target of 5% of GDP could push Canada’s annual defence and security spending to at approximately $228 billion by 2035. Altogether, more&helli