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COVID-19, Summer Vacations, and Cash Flow
Member Submission Back COVID-19, Summer Vacations, and Cash Flow 30 April 2020 Submitted by Priority Credit Management Corp. Spring has sprung in North America. While we may be stuck inside our houses under quarantine, we can’t wait to get outside and enjoy a real vacation. The local RV shops and camping stores will be swinging…
Read MoreSurvey Results Show That Businesses are Struggling to Hang On
Back Survey Results Show That Businesses are Struggling to Hang On 28 April 2020 After more than a month of losing most, if not all, of their revenues, Edmonton businesses are still struggling to hang on, according to the Edmonton Chamber’s most recent survey on COVID-19. Liquidity continues to be one of the most…
Read MoreCOVID-19 Business Impact Survey Results – Week 4
COVID-19 Business Impact Survey Results – Week 4 28 April 2020 The Edmonton Chamber of Commerce designed a survey to better understand the impacts of COVID-19 on local businesses. The survey was sent out to all members and promoted through the Chamber’s social media channels. Unlike previous Chamber surveys, this survey was not conducted with a random sample of…
Read MoreReducing Risk: IT Considerations for Working from Home
Member Submission Back Reducing Risk: IT Considerations for Working from Home 24 April 2020 Submitted by Able It Inc. An IT perspective on how to reduce your company’s risk when you have to send employees to work from home. The last few weeks have been tough for many. We all share concerns of employee health,…
Read MoreSmall Business, Big Risks. Protect Yourself Before Extending Credit
Member Submission Back Small Business, Big Risks. Protect Yourself Before Extending Credit 16 April 2020 Blog submitted by Priority Credit Management Corp Cash flow is the lifeblood of any business—large or small. According to Industry Canada, the survival rate for small companies with one or more employees after five years is 60.5% whereas companies with…
Read MoreCOVID-19 Business Impact Survey Results – Week 3
COVID-19, News Back COVID-19 Business Impact Survey Results – Week 3 16 April 2020 The Edmonton Chamber of Commerce designed a survey to better understand the impacts of COVID-19 on local businesses. The survey was sent out to all members and promoted through the Chamber’s social media channels. Unlike previous Chamber surveys, this survey was…
Read MoreBusiness, not as usual
Member Submission Back Business, not as usual 10 April 2020 Blog submitted by Canadian Forces Liaison Council Employer support of reservists in time of pandemic In this challenging time of pandemic, it’s probably safe to say that business will not carry on as usual. Employers have much to be concerned about – employees’ health and…
Read MoreDialed In: 5 Virtual Onboarding Tips When Hiring Remote Workers
Member Submission Back Dialed In: 5 Virtual Onboarding Tips When Hiring Remote Workers 09 April 2020 Blog submitted by Robert Half Canada Many business leaders understand the importance of setting up new employees for success with an onboarding program. From Day 1, these programs are essential to conveying the corporate culture, helping employees fit in…
Read MoreCOVID-19 Business Impact Survey Results – Week 2
COVID-19, News Back COVID-19 Business Impact Survey Results – Week 2 31 March 2020 The Edmonton Chamber of Commerce designed a survey to better understand the impacts of COVID-19 on local businesses. The survey was sent out to all members and promoted through the Chamber’s social media channels. Unlike previous Chamber surveys, this survey was…
Read MoreDemystifying Home Rates
Member Submission Back Demystifying Home Rates 31 March 2020 Blog submitted by Allstate Insurance Company of Canada A home is one of the largest financial commitments a person will make, so you’ll want to make sure it is properly protected and that you get the full benefits of your coverage if and when you need…
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