News Manufacturing Economy General

November 26, 2020  

No new cheer for small business sector this holiday season

Economist says business owners can’t afford to think too far into the future right now, especially with new restrictions on business activities.

News Economy General

September 24, 2020  

Small business 12-month outlook holds at 59.2 on CFIB index

Three-month Business Barometer outlook considerably more pessimistic at 39.7 over the year-long outlook.

News Manufacturing General

May 28, 2020  

Small business confidence flat in May: CFIB

Thirty-nine per cent of reporting manufacturing firms identified business health as bad.

News Manufacturing Economy General

April 8, 2020  

Small businesses more optimistic in April: CFIB

Only 5% foresee adding on full-time staff in the next three months, 63% say they will have to cut back.

News Manufacturing Economy General

January 30, 2020  

Small business optimism is weak in January: CFIB

Businesses across Canada are moderating their expectations for the year ahead.

News Manufacturing Economy General

January 31, 2019  

Small business confidence rises, but behind 2018 levels: CFIB

Manufacturing was down 1.5 points from a 58 in December.