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What tools should be in your company toolbox
March 12, 2010 - A list of items every entrepreneur should have to make life easier and more productive. The Globe and Mail reports. | READ MORE
 
Recession improves job loyalty for about 30 per cent
March 12, 2010 - The economic recession in Canada has improved the working relationship between employees and their bosses with one-third of employees saying they are more loyal to their employer, according to a survey from global staffing company Kelly Services. Canada.com reports. | READ MORE
 
The challenges of dealing with a younger boss
March 10, 2010 - As generations continue to mix in the workplace, many older workers are reporting to younger bosses and this can sometimes result in conflict.  | READ MORE
 
U.S. research reveals habits of social media users
March 10, 2010 - The Retail Advertising and Marketing Association, a division of NRF, released new research last week at NRF’s Retail Innovation & Marketing Conference on the habits of social media users.  | READ MORE
 
Victoria smashes flower count record
March 9, 2010 - At a record 21 billion blooms, this year's Victoria, B.C. Flower Count recorded enough blossoms in the capital region to give a bouquet of more than 650 flowers to every man, woman and child in Canada. OakBayNews.com reports. | READ MORE
 
Ottawa puts credit card industry on notice
March 9, 2010 - Ottawa is proposing legislation that would give the federal finance minister the authority to regulate the credit and debit card industry, "a huge victory" for merchants and consumers, a coalition of retailers said last Thursday. The Toronto Star reports. | READ MORE
 

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Credit Card Crunch

The credit card industry is undergoing a major upheaval, as Visa and MasterCard get ready to enter the debit market. This section will highlight the latest news on the issue:

Small biz groups react
Monday, Jan. 18 marked the last day for banks, credit card companies, consumer groups, retailers and others to make their submissions for the government on the proposed credit card and debit code. | READ MORE


Audit of 'excessive' bank profits
Dec. 15, 2009 – Service and credit card fees too high, advocacy group says. CBCNews.ca reports. | READ MORE

CFIB
Dec. 15, 2009 – The Canadian Federation of Independent Busiess is another organization lobbying to change the payment card industry. | READ MORE

Retail Council of Canada
Dec. 15, 2009 – The Retail Council has put together a credit and debit watchdog page with letters of response from Visa Canada and TD Merchant Services. | READ MORE

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Floral design by Robin Hamilton of Petal Art Fresh Floral Designs in Ladner, B.C.

This fresh floral arrangement features golden cymbidium orchids, burgundy ti leaf, curly willow and moss.