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Canada’s #1 Podcast for Entrepreneurs by Entrepreneurs. We talk to the entrepreneurs who are making it happen throughout Canada. Finally, a national podcast company that creates an active online community for entrepreneurs by entrepreneurs so they can stay connected locally and to let the world know how Entrepreneurs in Canada make things happen. Check us out on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur
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Wednesday Jul 31, 2024
Wednesday Jul 31, 2024
Matt Panousis, is the Co-Founder & COO at MARZ which stands for Monsters Aliens Robots Zombies. MARZ is an AI-enabled VFX company on a mission to help Hollywood studios push the boundaries, quality, and volume of TV. and has developed an AI platform called lipdub.ai. A lawyer by training and entrepreneur with a demonstrated history of success co-founding and scaling B2B technology start-ups including ACTO (venture-backed by Salesforce Ventures, Resolve Growth Partners and Panache Ventures) and currently Monsters Aliens Robots Zombies (venture-backed by Round13 Capital, Rhino Ventures, Harlo Equity Partners and John Cassaday) with a focus on company strategy, product, operations and growth.
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Friday Jul 26, 2024
Friday Jul 26, 2024
Magdalena Czyz is a certified health coach and public speaker. She specializes in effortless weight loss, overcoming burnout, and showing people how to find freedom from their minds to ease anxiety and depression.
She also runs corporate wellness and leadership workshops where she teaches employees how to manage stress better to boost performance and employee morale.
She is also a dancer. She performs at corporate and private events with different props, from LED wings and fans to silk flags. She is passionate about bringing a sense of freedom to the crowd and encouraging others to express themselves through movement.
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Tuesday Jul 23, 2024
Tuesday Jul 23, 2024
Max Braden, is the Founder and President of CPOS, from Ottawa, Ontario. CPOS is a technology company that powers small businesses with tools to compete effectively with big businesses. CPOS empowers small businesses with technology that removes friction from operating and growing their business. Max is a young and successful entrepreneur who's been running full force with the vision to help small businesses succeed for over 10 years now. His experience and drive are inspiring to the people around him, and we think he would have a positive impact on entrepreneurs anywhere who are facing similar challenges.
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Thursday Jul 18, 2024
Thursday Jul 18, 2024
Amanda Burgener is the co-founder of Curbside Concerts, a Calgary-based company that delivers live music right to your door, or driveway, or anywhere! With a mandate for equality, safety, and mental health, Curbside Concerts has kept live music in neighbourhoods, and local musicians working throughout the pandemic and beyond.
Now in its 4th year of business, Curbside has seen incredible growth, media attention, and even awards and nominations from YYC Music, Western Canadian Music Awards, Alberta Touring Arts Alliance, Canadian Live Music Association, and Music Cities. Most importantly, they have paid out over $750,000 to performing artists in Canada.
With a background in the Arts (B.Music from the University of Calgary), live events, and local business management, Amanda combines creativity with a desire to uplift her community.
As a citizen of the Métis Nation of Alberta, she is proud to foster inclusiveness and an Indigenous lens in her industry.
Matt 'Masters' Burgener is a Calgary based country and western musician and a co-founder of Curbside Concerts. A veteran performer, playrite and storyteller, Matt’s 25 year, 7 album career has taken him across Canada and on ten international tours. For 5 years he led the house band at the King Eddy, he’s played numerous times at the Saddledome for the Calgary Flames and he’s a 17 year member of Barney Bentall’s Cariboo Express, helping raise over 5 million dollars for Canadian charities.
Matt has a background in music business, working as a consultant, producer and advisor for different not-for-profits, the City of Calgary arts and culture department, the National Music Center, different music festivals and with CKUA Radio.
Matt has a BA in History from the University of Calgary. He and Amanda and they have 3 young kids. Matt is a first generation Albertan living in Treaty 7 territory.
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Tuesday Jul 16, 2024
Tuesday Jul 16, 2024
Purya Sarmadi is a healthcare professional with an accomplished background in healthcare technology. He is a health informatics and analytics professional that has become an entrepreneur. Purya is Co-Founder & CEO at MedMe Health where they are building the operating system for the pharmacies of the future, shifting today’s dispensaries to tomorrow’s community healthcare hubs. Pharmacies are in the community. 95% of North Americans live within 5 miles of a pharmacy. Primary care is in a crisis and chronic diseases are increasing. And so that's kind of why they started Medme. And today they are already Canada's leading clinical services platform for pharmacies.
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Wednesday Jul 10, 2024
Wednesday Jul 10, 2024
From drinks executive to diplomat, adventure travel outfitter to creator of Canada's largest chain of veterinary clinics, David Farran is a pioneer.
David connects a love for agriculture, a deep understanding of craft artisanal spirits and a conviction that Alberta should be the home of 'best in class' distilled products. David's storied career gave him a special skill set to support the founding of Alberta's first craft distillery.
David's awards and accolades include Ernst & Young's Entrepreneur of the Year, Canada's 50 Best Managed Companies, Alberta's 50 Most Influential People and many others.
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Wednesday Jul 03, 2024
Wednesday Jul 03, 2024
Dr. Anmol Kapoor is an experienced Cardiologist, Entrepreneur, Philanthropist, Humanitarian, Innovator, and founder of many successful healthcare ventures. His interests are in Artificial Intelligence, Genomics, Blockchain technologies.
In medicine, his interests are in primary and secondary prevention of cardiac diseases, vascular medicine, epidemiology, heart failure, genomics, women's health and health initiatives in visible minorities.
He completed medical school in Russia and gained technical knowledge in the management of information systems at the University of Lethbridge. Strong healthcare services professional with a Internal Medicine residency at the University of Alberta and completed Cardiology residency at the University of Manitoba. He mastered Carotid Ultrasounds at the Cleveland Clinic.
He is an author, a public speaker and an International award winner for his work in the field of improving healthcare outcomes in vulnerable minorities and women.
Dr. Anmol Kapoor also founded BioAro, a biotechnology company specializing in genomics, artificial intelligence and blockchain technologies. BioAro offers Whole Genome Sequencing, Microbiome testing, and software solutions.
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Wednesday Jun 26, 2024
Wednesday Jun 26, 2024
Sir Darren Jacklin stands as a paragon of professional achievement and philanthropic dedication, with a career marked by significant accomplishments and a life dedicated to global impact.
Over 25 years, he has personally trained executives and teams from 157 Fortune 500 companies, showcasing his unparalleled expertise in corporate training and personal development.
A seasoned world traveler, Sir Darren has visited over 50 countries across four continents, enriching his global perspective and enhancing his ability to connect with diverse audiences.
As a world-class speaker and corporate trainer, he has shared his knowledge with over 1 million people worldwide, directly impacting countless lives through his engaging and transformative educational sessions.
His prowess and influence have been recognized at some of the highest levels of the financial world, having had the honor of ringing the Closing Bell at Nasdaq three times and the Opening Bell at the CBOE Exchange in Chicago for Vocodia Holdings Corp. (VHAI), further cementing his standing in the global business community.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Sir Darren's commitment to philanthropy is profound.
He is actively engaged in raising $100 million for Global Philanthropy Projects, channeled through his International LY2NK Foundation and Elevate 2 Educate (E2E) initiatives.
His work aims to create sustainable, positive change across the globe, reflecting his dedication to leveraging his success for the greater good.
Sir Darren's business acumen is also evident in his role as the first Independent Board of Directors Member of eXp World Holdings (Nasdaq: EXPI), a multi-billion dollar international real estate company.
His decade-long service to the company is a testament to his strategic vision and leadership, contributing to the growth and success of over 85,000 licensed real estate agents and brokers in 24 countries.
His advisory roles extend to multiple international boards across various sectors, including real estate, cyber security, artificial intelligence, and travel, where his insights and expertise continue to drive innovation and growth.
As an investor and partner in multiple international companies, Sir Darren's entrepreneurial spirit and financial acumen have not only contributed to his status as a multimillionaire but have also inspired and facilitated numerous ventures across the globe.
An acclaimed international author, his book "UNTIL I BECOME" has empowered and motivated a global audience, sharing his journey and the lessons learned along the way.
His contributions to global philanthropy and entrepreneurship were formally recognized in 2022 when he was knighted by His Royal Highness of The Royal Order of Cappadocia from Spain, a prestigious acknowledgment of his efforts to make a tangible difference worldwide.
Sir Darren's adventurous spirit and commitment to challenging himself are demonstrated by his successful summit of Mount Kilimanjaro in 2023 and his planned expedition to Mount Vinson in Antarctica in 2025 to raise funds for his philanthropic foundation.
With over 7,000 written goals, Sir Darren Jacklin's life is a testament to the power of ambition, discipline, and the desire to leave a lasting impact on the world.
His journey reflects a relentless pursuit of excellence, both personally and professionally, and a deep-rooted commitment to making a difference in the lives of others.
"Get ready for an inspiring conversation with Sir Darren Jacklin, a man who embodies achievement and philanthropy.
Over 25 years, he's trained executives from 157 Fortune 500 companies, traveled to over 50 countries and inspired over a million people through his speaking.
He's even rung the Nasdaq Closing Bell three times! Sir Darren's dedication to global change shines through his International LY2NK Foundation, aiming to raise $100 million for philanthropy.
As the first independent board member of eXp World Holdings, he's a leader in real estate and beyond.
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Tuesday Jun 25, 2024
Tuesday Jun 25, 2024
In this video interview, Juliette Nicolaÿ, Policy Analyst with the Canadian Federation of Independent Business, discusses the importance of the Temporary Foreign Worker program to the national economy.
Juliette Nicolaÿ
PRESS RELEASE
TORONTO, June 12, 2024 /CNW/ – As Ottawa is looking to overhaul its Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) program, most agri-businesses (59%) say they would be in favour of a multi-employer work permit as an option, to enable employers to share a foreign worker, finds new research by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB).
However, the majority of agribusiness owners don’t support sectoral and/or regional work permits whether it’s under the current (59%) or a new program structure where a third party would recruit and dispatch a pool of foreign workers (50%), as they fear such permits could facilitate employee poaching and hinder retention.
“While government is reviewing its TFW program, it needs to consider the practical needs of agri-businesses and the future of Canada’s food security,” said Juliette Nicolaÿ, CFIB’s policy analyst. “Farmers are already struggling with chronic staffing shortages and when they turn to foreign labour, it’s only as a last resort because they can’t find anyone locally. That’s concerning given Canada’s ageing population and a perceived lack of interest among Canadian workers in a career in agriculture.”
CFIB data found that three in 10 agri-businesses hired foreign workers in 2023. The reliance on foreign workers is even more pronounced in certain regions, such as Quebec (51%), and sub-sectors characterized by labor intensive tasks, such as the fruits, vegetable and horticultural specialties (64%). According to Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC), among employers who hired TFWs, 92% said foreign workers helped them meet demand for their products or services, while 89% said that TFWs helped them stay in business.
Myths surrounding TFWs
There are many misconceptions around the program such as that TFWs aren’t paid sufficient wages or they’re mistreated by their employers. In fact, most (85%) TFWs are paid the same wage as Canadians, and only 3.5% are paid less. The federal government also conducts regular inspections to ensure health and safety of foreign workers, with 94% of employers inspected found to be compliant on 26 different criteria, according to ESDC.
“While there may be isolated bad actors that should not be tolerated, agri-businesses highly value foreign workers, and they take time and effort to bring TFWs to Canada. They cover costs that go beyond wages like housing, transport, and health care. It is also common for farmers to have the same TFWs come back year after year. Some also sponsor foreign workers to become permanent residents,” said Francesca Basta, CFIB’s research analyst.
To improve the TFW program’s efficiency, the federal government should consider:
Reducing red tape associated with hiring TFWs, notably streamlining the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) process
Allowing for the sharing or transferring foreign workers as an option (e.g., multi-employer work permit)
Indexing the housing deduction to inflation – it is currently $30, which does not reflect real housing prices
Allowing employers to match the wages offered by another employer with an LMIA in the same area to strengthen retention and curtail poaching. Provisions under the Employer Compliance Regime currently limit this.
Reimbursing the employer for the costs associated with the administration and enforcement of the compliance inspection, should the LMIA not be issued
Introducing a mechanism to compensate initial costs covered by the employer whose employee has been poached and streamlining access to new TFWs.
Read the full Harvesting a solution: Temporary Foreign Workers (TFWs) key to mitigating agricultural labour shortages report here.
About CFIB
The Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) is Canada’s largest association of small and medium-sized businesses with 97,000 members across every industry and region. CFIB is dedicated to increasing business owners’ chances of success by driving policy change at all levels of government, providing expert advice and tools, and negotiating exclusive savings. Learn more at cfib.ca.
Mario Toneguzzi
Mario Toneguzzi is Managing Editor of Canada’s Podcast. He has more than 40 years of experience as a daily newspaper writer, columnist, and editor. He was named in 2021 as one of the Top 10 Business Journalists in the World by PR News – the only Canadian to make the list. He was also named by RETHINK to its global list of Top Retail Experts 2024.
About Us
Canada’s Podcast is the number one podcast in Canada for entrepreneurs and business owners. Established in 2016, the podcast network has interviewed over 600 Canadian entrepreneurs from coast-to-coast.
With hosts in each province, entrepreneurs have a local and national format to tell their stories, talk about their journey and provide inspiration for anyone starting their entrepreneurial journey and well- established founders.
The commitment to a grass roots approach has built a loyal audience on all our social channels and YouTube – 500,000+ lifetime YouTube views, 200,000 + audio downloads, 35,000 + average monthly social impressions, 10,000 + engaged social followers and 35,000 newsletter subscribers. Canada’s Podcast is proud to provide a local, national and international presence for Canadian entrepreneurs to build their brand and tell their story
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Tuesday Jun 25, 2024
Tuesday Jun 25, 2024
Dan Kelly, President of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business, discusses the impact of the capital gains inclusion rate on small businesses.
Check out this video interview.
PRESS RELEASE
Toronto, June 20, 2024 – Half of Canada’s small business owners will be hit by the new 66.7% inclusion rate hike coming into effect on June 25, warns the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB).
Despite government’s claim that the rate would affect only a tiny share of the wealthiest Canadians, over half (55%) of small business owners say it will affect the eventual sale of their business, 45% say it will affect the investments they hold privately, and 41% say it will affect investments held within their incorporated businesses.
“Even the federal budget admits that 307,000 Canadian corporations had net capital gains in 2022 alone. Like individual Canadians, companies often record capital gains as a one time or occasional event, not every year. The impact of the hike in the inclusion rate needs to be measured over the long term, not just in any one given year,” said Dan Kelly, CFIB president.
While the federal government has proposed a welcome increase in the Lifetime Capital Gains Exemption, this will not help business owners who sell the assets, rather than the shares, of their company. In addition, business owners who hold investments within their corporations for the owner’s retirement or for reinvestment in the company will be hit by the 66.7% inclusion rate on any capital gain as corporations are ineligible for the $250,000 annual allowance at the 50% level.
“With details of the changes in the inclusion rate only coming out in last week’s Ways and Means Motion, business owners were only given two weeks to make informed decisions, leaving virtually no time to change gears. And details of the proposed Canadian Entrepreneurs’ Incentive have yet to be published, leaving entrepreneurs largely in the dark on this potentially beneficial change,” Kelly added.
CFIB continues to push the government to:
1. Scrap the planned increase in the general inclusion rate to 66.7%. If government is unwilling to abandon this plan, it should:
Grandfather all existing capital gains using a V-Day (valuation day) as was done in 1971
Allow corporations to benefit from $250,000 each year at 50% inclusion like individuals
Allow for 5-year income averaging to benefit from the $250,000 annual threshold for larger capital gains for irregular events, like selling a property
2. Expand the new Canadian Entrepreneurs’ Incentive to include all entrepreneurs:
Include all sectors, including farmers and fishers selling assets
Include non-founders to encourage people to invest in small firms
Cut the 10-year implementation schedule in half
Read CFIB’s letter for a full list of recommendations on the proposed capital gains changes.
Mario Toneguzzi
Mario Toneguzzi is Managing Editor of Canada’s Podcast. He has more than 40 years of experience as a daily newspaper writer, columnist, and editor. He was named in 2021 as one of the Top 10 Business Journalists in the World by PR News – the only Canadian to make the list. He was also named by RETHINK to its global list of Top Retail Experts 2024.
About Us
Canada’s Podcast is the number one podcast in Canada for entrepreneurs and business owners. Established in 2016, the podcast network has interviewed over 600 Canadian entrepreneurs from coast-to-coast.
With hosts in each province, entrepreneurs have a local and national format to tell their stories, talk about their journey and provide inspiration for anyone starting their entrepreneurial journey and well- established founders.
The commitment to a grass roots approach has built a loyal audience on all our social channels and YouTube – 500,000+ lifetime YouTube views, 200,000 + audio downloads, 35,000 + average monthly social impressions, 10,000 + engaged social followers and 35,000 newsletter subscribers. Canada’s Podcast is proud to provide a local, national and international presence for Canadian entrepreneurs to build their brand and tell their story