Recent Blog Posts
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Canada & Cuba Need More Trade. Not Canada/USA
Partly because we wanted to be a good economic partner with the US and partly…
Print-on-demand and Desktop Publishing
While Amazon and Lulu, two American self-publishing giants, dominate the North American market and offer…
De Minimis: Not a Small Thing
De Minimis: a phrase few of us think about, but one that affects millions of…
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Featured Canadian Business
Each week, we will feature a new Canadian business (mostly consumer goods). We encourage you to visit their website and shop, where possible. Or join a buying group on our Forums page.
Uncle Bob’s Popcorn
https://www.ontariopoppingcorn.com/collectionsOntario company providing popcorn grown in Canada. Also sells popcorn seasoning.
Parts Avatar
Ontario-based company supplying parts for all makes of vehicles at very reasonable prices. An excellent alternative to non-Canadian wholesalers. Ships Canada-wide.
La Cocina
Manitoba-based family-run company providing regular and flavoured tortilla chips that rival any imported snacks.
Landsby Authentic Stays
Providing experiential, themed, destination, regional and packaged vacation stays in Canada. A Canadian company promoting all of our great white north.