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Defence Spending is Important. Building Canadian Defence Companies is Essential.

This week’s announcement that the Government of Canada will invest nearly $2 billion to procure an additional 190 Armoured Combat Support Vehicles from General Dynamics Land Systems Canada is welcome news on several fronts. The investment supports the modernization of the Canadian Armed Forces while helping Canada move toward its NATO defence spending commitments. It also secures high-value manufacturing jobs in London,...

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Leadership challenges nobody warns you about

Many business owners assume growth will solve their problems.  More revenue. More employees. More customers.  But growth often creates a new set of challenges that few people talk about.  Over the years, I’ve worked with leaders and teams across municipal government, healthcare, education, non-profit organizations, and the private sector. While every organization is different, the challenges that emerge as...

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The Government Bulk Buying Condos? So Crazy It Just Might Work

On the latest episode of Never Bored of Trade, Jaipaul and I dove headfirst into the federal government’s controversial new plan to bulk-buy unsold Vancouver condos. At first glance, it screams “developer bailout”, but we acknowledged that it comes down to implementation.   Because details were scant when we recorded, we mapped out the thin line between a good public policy and a total disaster:  Good Policy: The government capitalizes on...

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The Workforce Crisis We Created Ourselves

In conversations with Brampton businesses across manufacturing, logistics, development, hospitality, healthcare, and technology, one concern continues to come up again and again: “We can’t find the people we need to grow.” Much attention has rightly been paid to tariffs, trade uncertainty, and geopolitical instability as those pressures on businesses matter. But workforce availability is different....

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While We Wait on Washington, What About Winnipeg?

If there is one message that has come through consistently in recent conversations with Brampton businesses, it is this: our business community remains resilient, innovative, and determined but many companies continue to operate in an economy that feels increasingly recessionary. Across sectors, business leaders are telling us they are seeing softer demand, longer sales cycles,...

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Tripplemos Food Processing Company: Building Authentic African Flavours in Canada 

Tripplemos Food Processing Company is a proudly Canadian-based food manufacturing business committed to producing authentic African spices and culinary products locally, right here in Canada. Founded by Dr. Omo Ogbamola, Tripplemos was built on a clear vision, to bridge the gap between cultural authenticity and regulatory excellence by creating high-quality, African-inspired food products that meet...

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The Spring Economic Update 2026: The Brampton Angle

The Federal Government’s Spring Economic Update 2026 signals a more ambitious second act for the Carney’s government on the heels of securing a majority. But what does this mean for Brampton?  Here is a summary of the national outlook and what it means for our local business community.  Transitioning to Resilience  The 2026 update highlights Canada’s economic durability, projecting...

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Digital Move IT: Empowering Businesses with Tailored IT Solutions 

Digital Move IT (DMIT) is a leading IT consulting firm based in Brampton, offering innovative technology solutions that drive business growth. With an unwavering focus on customer success, DMIT leverages expertise in cybersecurity, infrastructure management, and managed IT services to deliver comprehensive solutions for businesses of all sizes. Digital Move IT is committed to providing the strategic support necessary to...

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