Family enterprises in Canada have much to be proud of, from their dedication to creating jobs and value in local communities to their contribution to the economy, believes Olivier de Richoufftz, general secretary of the Family Enterprise Foundation, the charitable organization associated with Family Enterprise Canada.
Read MoreMatching egg production with market demand brings strong benefits for farmers and consumers alike
As Canadians sit down for Thanksgiving this year, most will likely give little thought to an everyday culinary staple that’s small in size but significant in its contribution to our physical and economic well-being: the humble egg.
Read MoreIf you’ve heard anything at all about cryptocurrency, you’ve probably also heard that it is a major environmental concern. One Earth.org article noted that a single year of bitcoin’s energy use could power all the tea kettles in the U.K. for 29 years. Clever as they are, comparisons like this lack an important element – meaningful context. For example, cryptocurrency’s energy use is still a fraction of that of the traditional banking industry.
Read MoreAwareness of cyber threats not always matched by protective actions
Cyber Security Awareness Month is held internationally each October to help the public learn more about the importance of cybersecurity. The Canadian government’s theme for its 2021 campaign is “Life Happens Online.”
Read MoreWhile the COVID-19 pandemic has influenced where and how Canadians consume coffee, it has not stopped them from enjoying their favourite beverage, according to the Coffee Association of Canada’s (CAC) ongoing consumer tracking study.
Read MoreHousing is a fundamental right, yet affordability and accessibility remain significant challenges in Canada’s housing sector. In a quest to research, advance and test a viable solution, Cohousing NL, located in Newfoundland and Labrador, found valuable support through the Career Launcher program of Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan).
Read MoreWhen it comes to investing, people generally think about risks through a backward-looking lens: historic security price performance and volatility, liquidity (ability to sell without affecting price), or traditional market risks like inflation and interest rate movements. But “there are new risks that investors need to consider,” says John Cook, senior vice president and portfolio manager for Mackenzie’s Greenchip Team. “Climate change poses both physical and transition risks to assets, as does the availability of resources that companies need to operate. The idea of risk management needs to adjust to these new realities.”
Read MoreAddressing gaps, boosting potential
After years on the margins of the global economy, blockchain-based digital currencies are colliding with traditional finance, with cryptocurrency funds trading on public stock exchanges and most major financial institutions either offering cryptocurrency services or actively exploring the possibilities.
Read MoreClimate change is wreaking havoc in many forms worldwide – it also threatens food security. Recent research findings suggest that regenerative organic agriculture can offer a vital line of defence against climate change impacts as well as help to enhance and sustain food systems.
Read MoreWhen experienced tech start-up executive Kirsten Paquette first met with Brane’s leadership team, she noticed something unique about their collective communication style: everyone was allowed to finish their sentences.
Read MoreCustody solutions catalyzing broader sustainable crypto adoption
They’re here and growing fast – and blockchain and decentralized finance have the potential to “change the way the world is functioning,” believes Patrick McLaughlin, founder of Brane Capital.
Read MoreIndependent custody key to supporting security and market growth
Cryptocurrency news continues to arrive at a furious pace, reflecting the ongoing growth of this asset class‘s appeal as well as rising trust in blockchain, crypto’s foundational technology.
Read MoreIncreased attention on climate action is advancing the building sector’s intent and commitment to reduce carbon emissions from Canada’s buildings.
Read MoreThe Salvation Army meets the ever-changing challenges facing the communities it serves.
Read MoreConfidence in the sector proves a key driver.
Read MoreBuilding on the benefits of digital insurance with augmented customer service.
Read MoreIn spring 2020, entrepreneurs Sarah Sklash and April Brown were preparing for the seasonal opening of The June boutique motel in Prince Edward County in Ontario’s wine region. Just four years earlier, the two friends had quit their full-time jobs to pursue their vision of “re-imagining the experience of staying at a motel.”
Read MoreLeadership in conservation and research boosting climate resilience and blue economy opportunities.
Read MoreOver the past year, Award participants from across Canada used the Award to bring support to their local communities during the pandemic.
Read MoreA champion of young people’s infinite potential.
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