Business owners get a helping hand post-pandemic through Experimental Acres

Posted on May 25, 2023
‘Trying to balance COVID-19, being a new mom, and working full-time…it was just too challenging. It was basically just keeping the plants alive’WELLINGTON COUNTY‒ Some small businesses across Wellington County are feeling the brunt of mental health pivoting back into post-pandemic life. One of these businesses is Tullamore Lavender Co. (TLC), an 80-acre farm home to 2000 lavender plants in Arthur owned and operated by Stephanie Craig and her husband, Steven Larmer. While Craig didn’t always want to farm, escaping to the city from his family’s dairy farm as a young adult, he “felt called back to nature,” after…

5 Tips For Growing Your Social Media

Posted on May 24, 2023
In the digital age, having an online presence has proven to have many benefits. Whether you are looking to promote your product or service, secure partnerships, or simply have a large following, there are tips and tricks that you need to know in order to grow your social media. From Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, or even Facebook. There are specific practices and ideologies that live behind your increasing social media presence. What Are The Top 5 Ways To Grow Your Social Media? There are 5 critical aspects that you must understand if you wish to not only grow your social media…

5 Top Side Hustles for Financial Professionals

Posted on May 24, 2023
ArLawKa AungTun / Getty Images/iStockphotoThere’s a common misconception that people who work in the financial industry must have a lot of money themselves. That’s not always the case — and accountants, bookkeepers, financial planners, advisors, bankers and the rest could always use a little extra income, the same as anyone else. See Our List: 100 Most Influential Money ExpertsMore: How To Build Your Savings From Scratch If your primary career deals with money, you can leverage your skills and knowledge to open up all kinds of alternative income streams. Keep reading to learn about the top side hustles for…

Google, Meta executives push back against Canada online news bill

Posted on May 24, 2023
[1/2] A Google logo is displayed at the entrance to the internet based company’s offices in Toronto, Ontario, Canada September 9, 2018. REUTERS/Chris HelgrenTORONTO, May 3 (Reuters) – Google and Meta would withdraw access to news articles in Canada if legislation compelling internet companies to pay news publishers is passed, company executives told Canadian lawmakers on Wednesday. Canada’s proposed legislation would force platforms like Google parent Alphabet Inc (GOOGL.O) and Facebook parent Meta Platforms Inc (META.O) to negotiate commercial deals and pay Canadian news publishers for their content, part of a broader global trend to make tech firms pay…

Canada’s inflation surprises: What economists say

Posted on May 23, 2023
Breadcrumb Trail LinksNews economyThe last big data before the Bank of Canada decision comes hotter than expectedPublished May 16, 2023 • Last updated 6 days ago • 4 minute readGasoline prices in April rose 6.3 per cent compared to March, the largest monthly increase since October 2022. Photo by THE CANADIAN PRESS /Christopher KatsarovArticle content April inflation took economists by surprise, accelerating 4.4 per cent from a year ago, instead of the forecasted 4.1 per cent.Advertisements 2This advertisement has not been loaded yet, but your article continues below.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR…

Meeting governments where they are: Delivering innovation while maintaining digital sovereignty

Posted on May 23, 2023
As today’s governments look at technology innovation, there is a need to address the rapidly evolving demands of their citizens while protecting the most sensitive data and delivering on promises of trust and security. Modernization of government services without compromising security, digitization of manual processes and improved user experiences for both citizens and government employees are all benefits of digital transformation, and the right technology platforms can create even better opportunities for social and economic growth. The cloud can offer agility and flexibility, advanced cybersecurity features, and access to the latest innovations, including AI, to accelerate digital transformation and the…

Prices, digital growth benefits Walmart

Posted on May 23, 2023
BENTONVILLE, ARK. — Lower prices compared to competitors and convenience brought about through digital capabilities lifted Walmart US to same-store sales growth of 7% in the first quarter ended April 30. The growth was due to higher store traffic trends as well as growth in store-fulfilled pickup and delivery, said John D. Rainey, chief financial officer, in a May 18 earnings call. “From a category perspective, comp sales were driven by strong growth in food and health and wellness, partially offset by a decline in general merchandise sales,” he said. E-commerce sales increased 27% in the United States when compared…

Cranbrook adopted an updated strategic plan

Posted on May 23, 2023
Cranbrook’s draft 2024-2027 Strategic Plan has been adopted by the city council, which will guide the city’s decision-making for the next four years. City officials said work on the updated plan happened through the first three months of this year, after the fall’s municipal election. “The new strategic plan will guide the coming three years of this Council and the first year of the next Council’s term,” said the city official. “The reason is that the budget takes months to create, based on projects and a business plan that must follow a strategic direction, and the budget is presented to…