Archive for the MicroBusiness Category
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Immigrant entrepreneurs honored at Douglas College self employment 2011 EYA event
eya-2011 Vancouver, BC October 20, 2011. According to Statistics Canada, About 19% of micro-enterprise owners are not born in Canada. In Quebec, Manitoba/ Saskatchewan and the Atlantic region less than 10% of the entrepreneurs are immigr
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A Magical Coffee Shop
Situated in the quiet neighbourhood of West Vancouver is this small coffee shop that is truly magical and charming named Amadeo Bakehouse and Coffee Shop. The wall is decorated with murals, handpainted by an artist. The seats have figureheads, e
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Romanian-Canadian immigrant brings Kurtos Kolac to Vancouver
It's been called Kurtos Kolac, Kurtos Kolacs, Kurtos Kalac, Kurtos Kolak, or Kurtus cake, Chimney cake. Originating from Eastern Europe, the Kurtos bread or cake has been traditionally sold at food fairs. Basically, it is made with a sweet brea
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The Feng Shui Practitioner - a new job/career
While some jobs/careers have gone where the dodo birds went, new jobs and careers are being born. One of them is the Feng Shui expert. In North America's major cities, particularly in the west coast such as Greater Vancouver, San Francisco and Ca
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Pet Sitting Service - A growing business
Dogs are great companions for single people, as dogs are affectionate, and they do not talk back. They give unconditional love, and are fiercely loyal. Many elderly people and young childless singles own dogs for companionship. Many young
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Recession Brings About Rise of New Entrepreneurs
The current recession is sparking a new wave of small business startups in Canada as more and more Canadians who were laid-off from work are taking pro-active steps in reorganizing their affairs. This new breed of entrepreneurs resulting from poo
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Reporting Self-Employment Income
Some of the questions most often asked by new businesses is: How do I calculate my taxes? Am I taxed on gross income? Do I have to file a separate return for my business and personal income? So, here are some tips: 1. Self-employed pe
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