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News ArchivesYEAR2012 | 2011 | 2010 | 2009 | 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | 2005 MONTH Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec HEADLINES Last day to register for Early Bird Pricing! Nov. 30, 2010 - Are you planning on attending the 2011 Canadian Florist Business Forum on Jan. 12? Today's your last day to register for the Early Bird Pricing Rate. Why shopping local matters Nov. 29, 2010 - The Retail Council of Canada has put together a release detailing why shopping local matters. Here are reasons you can share with your customer. CAFA elects a new president Nov. 25, 2010 - The Board of Directors of the Canadian Academy of Floral Art has elected a new President. Accepting the two year term as President is Derrick Foss CAFA, AIFD. Profit rebound for food, retail, hotel industries Nov. 25, 2010 - Profits in three of six main Canadian industry sectors are expected to rebound strongly this year before a general weakening of economy activity again in 2011, according to a report issued today by the Conference Board of Canada. CTVNews.ca reports. | READ MORE Don’t like rising rents? Buy the place Nov. 23, 2010 - Low mortgage rates, a healthy supply of retail units throughout the region, and fear of rapidly rising rents are all factors that are encouraging business owners to buy instead of rent. The Globe and Mail reports. | READ MORE Why entrepreneurs should take a salary Nov. 19, 2010 - Experts say entrepreneurs with new ventures are often hesitant to pay themselves, believing it isn’t in the best interest of their company, but there are several reasons as to why taking a regular salary can benefit the business as a whole. The Financial Post reports. | READ MORE Don't let fresh florals go to waste Nov. 17, 2010 - Instead of tossing those wilted flowers in the trash can, there are creative things homeowners can do with dried flowers to make that bouquet last well beyond the vase. The Toronto Star reports. | READ MORE Knowing when the price is right Nov. 17, 2010 - One of the key issues for many new businesses is setting prices. It can be a challenging exercise because it means striking a balance between charging enough for products or service to generate good margin while taking into consideration competitive and market dynamics. The Globe and Mail reports. | READ MORE Flower arranging brings pleasure to seniors Nov. 12, 2010 - Bill Short is brightening up the lives of seniors. The volunteer with Niagara-on-the-Lake Community Palliative Care has introduced Flowers and Friends to residents of Chateau Gardens—a program he initiated to infuse some colour at the long-term care facility. The Niagara Advance reports. | READ MORE Holiday shoppers cautiously optimistic Nov. 11, 2010 - Consumers and retailers have one thing in common this holiday season: they both wish the thoughts of recession were behind them. But even without convincing signs of a strong economic recovery, consumers’ wallets will open slightly more widely for discretionary products than last year, Ernst & Young says. |
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