Archive for the MicroBusiness Category
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, each one featuring a different person.
The pastries, European, of different types, scones, croissants, eccles, cinnamon rolls, bagels,…… [...]
Sprouting your Business
A Canadian company has launched a social networking site called “Sprouter“ designed for entrepreneurs to connect, share ideas, experiences and exchange information in an online community. The concept is similar to Facebook, except the Sprouter will be a social site dedicated only to entrepreneurs, thereby reducing the noise from the rest of the social networking [...]
Romanian-Canadian immigrant brings Kurtos Kolac to Vancouver
From Transylvania, the land the gives us Count Dracula, come Kurtos Kolak. 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 bread dough rolled flat, cut into thin little strips, then wrapped around a wooden cone with a handle. The dough is then coated with sugar and the forms placed on a barbecue over heated volcanic rocks.
The Feng Shui Practitioner - a new job/career
In Hongkong and in China, no building of consequence can be built without consulting the Feng Shui Geomancer. This tradition has become popular among westerners beginning in the 1980’s. Feng shui is an ancient Chinese system of aesthetics believed to use the laws of both Heaven (astronomy) and Earth (geography) to help one improve life by receiving positive qi (energy). It is about how everything is energy and is interconnected and constantly changing. Based on the laws of nature, its theories, principles and techniques, Feng shui offers a way of understanding how humans can create a comfortable environment that is supportive and life affirming.
Pet Sitting Service - A growing business
Dogs are social animals, and love company. They also need daily walks and exercises at least once, and preferably twice a day. Without proper attention, dogs can be destructive and manifest behavioral problems. Older arthritic dogs who are not so agile, may not adjust well to new surroundings. If you are travelling and will be away from your pet, consider giving your pets quality care by using a pet sitting service. If you love pets and are considering self-employment, consider this: the startup cost is low and this is a type of business that cannot be outsourced to a third world country.
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 poor economic times are found to be more motivated and have a higher chance for success. [...]
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 people and their spouses or common-law partners have until June 15th each year [...]
