Canada Business Network Blog

Small businesses — if you never give up, you never fail

Take a look at different strategies to help keep your business on track.

The Gender Agenda: Gaining Momentum

Are you a Canadian woman entrepreneur interested in growing your business globally? The Trade Commissioner Service is here to help.

QR codes: Smart marketing for smartphones

Use QR codes to target your mobile audience and drive traffic to your website.

Budget-friendly tips for advertising your small business

Use creative thinking to avoid expensive methods of traditional marketing. Try a combination of social media tools, grassroots public relations and other ways to promote your business.

Making your case: Presentations that work

Learn how to give an effective and engaging presentation about your business, products or services.

À, é, î or ù? Register your .ca domain name in French

Do you have a website? Learn about important changes to .ca domain names.

Three tips for a successful business blog

See how blogging can be a cost-effective way to promote your business.

Demos and displays: Do trade shows and their alternatives fit your needs?

Assess your marketing needs before investing in a trade show booth. Could less expensive options do the job? Or is in-person interaction the key to your success?

Keep your marketing fresh; don't let your strategy go stale

Reviewing your marketing strategy on a regular basis is the best way to stay current and to maintain a competitive advantage.

9 Dos and Don'ts for social media

Learn how to leverage social media to propel your business to a new level of success.