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Member Submission How We Secure Ourselves to Protect Our Clients: Simulating Cyber Attacks Submitted by, Sara Reay, Virtual Marketing Manager December 13, 2023 It is important for businesses to make sure that IT companies are regularly testing their own security and taking proactive steps to ensure it. The interconnectivity of digital systems means that a…

Member Submission What we don’t know can hurt us when it comes to heart and brain health. Submitted by, Jennifer Michaud, Specialist, Health Policy & Engagement December 13, 2023 According to a new Heart & Stroke poll* many Canadians do not know enough about heart disease and stroke including information about risk factors, signs and…

Member Submission Getting Your Tone Right Submitted by, Alyson Connolly, M.F.A., Public Speaking Coach October 30, 2023 “Don’t use that tone with me, Alyson June!” My Mother always included my middle name when she was mad at me. Which she was often since I was quite huffy when I was a teenager! What is tone?…

Member Submission To File or Not to File, That is the Question Submitted by, Jody Horvath KBH Chartered Professional Accountants September 27, 2023 The Underutilized Housing Tax (UHT) is a recent policy introduced by the Canadian government in an effort to address the issue of underutilized housing units in the country. The tax aims to incentivize…

Member Submission Financing Solutions & The Commercial Lending Process Submitted by, Devin Patel, MBA,  Starting or growing a business can be a daunting task. There are many challenges to face, from marketing and sales to hiring and managing employees. One of the most critical aspects of growing a business is having access to financing. However,…

Member Submission Striking the Balance Between Empathy and Expectations Rise Up For You Founder and CEO Nada Lena Nasserdeen June 12, 2023 In today’s rapidly evolving workplace, empathy has emerged as a vital trait for effective leadership and fostering a positive organizational culture. Empathy allows leaders to connect with their team members on a deeper…

Member Submission Breathe in Fresh A.I.R. for Stress-Free IT Management! Submitted by, Vivian Quan, AbleIT Inc. April 3, 2023 In today’s fast-paced and technologically advanced world, businesses heavily rely on their IT infrastructure to stay competitive and efficient. However, managing and optimizing IT systems can be a daunting and complex task, often causing stress and…

Member Submission Owning Your Obstacles Submitted by, Alyson Connolly, M.F.A April 3, 2023 I’ve had bunions on my feet for years, thanks to my dear old Mom. Before Covid hit my doctor put me on the list to see a surgeon. I got the right one done smack dab in the middle of Covid. Since…