Author: Steve Rhone, 2023 MBOT Chair, President & CEO, Weston Forest As we bid farewell to the warm embrace of summer and welcome the changing leaves, cooler temperatures, and shorter days of fall, it is a fitting time to reflect on the vibrant tapestry of Mississauga’s business landscape. In our bustling city, where big retailers, […]

Author: Trevor McPherson, President & CEO, Mississauga of Board of Trade In the hustle and bustle of Mississauga, where multinational corporations often steal the spotlight, it is easy to overlook the quiet heroes of our economy – small businesses. These enterprises, often startups or family-run ventures, form the lifeblood of our community, playing a pivotal

Author: Vyta Home care or retirement home—What’s best for my senior loved ones? When researching living arrangements for your senior loved ones, you’ll likely find two main options: 1) retirement homes, and 2) the one most older adults prefer—aging in place. Living at home for as long as possible — known as aging in place

Author: J D Factors The financial burdens which the COVID-19 pandemic put upon Canadians was especially felt by Canadian businesses and their owners. The unprecedented level of decreased revenue led many business owners to consider the stark possibility of closing for good when the most basic of expenses and employee wages suddenly became unmanageable.  

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Author: Canadian Western Bank Automotive dealers face an industry turbocharged for change – your bank should understand the road ahead. Today’s fast-evolving business landscape makes it more important than ever for Canadian auto dealers to have a flexible financial partner riding shotgun. In fact, Canadian Western Bank’s Gus Masi says the amount of change in

Author: Nathaniel Barr, Sheridan College For the times they are a-changin’. That classic phrase rings as true today as when Bob Dylan first sang it nearly six decades ago — particularly in the business world, where the Fourth Industrial Revolution, rapid advances in technology, environmental and social challenges, economic turbulence and post-pandemic recovery present unprecedented

Author: Deborah Kenley, Senior Coordinator, Green Corporate Grounds, Credit Valley Conservation If you own, rent, or operate a commercial property, the choices you make around landscape management directly impact the environmental sustainability and the public image of your business. Here’s the good news: aligning your property maintenance practices with consumer values is likely easier than

Author: Steve Rhone, 2023 MBOT Chair, President & CEO, Weston Forest Members and friends of Mississauga businesses, I hope you are all enjoying summer in the city.  As we soak in the warmth, it’s an opportune time for contemplation. I am thrilled to highlight some of the exciting events unfolding in our community. Recently, MBOT

Author: Trevor McPherson, President & CEO, Mississauga of Board of Trade This August will mark my two-year anniversary as President and CEO of the Mississauga Board of Trade (MBOT). I was fortunate to join a vibrant organization with a talented and dedicated staff team, a knowledgeable and professional Board of Directors – and, of course,