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    Discussion Canadian Job Market

    At 14:05 in this video they claim that they are cutting the red tape on small businesses, and in many sections within this debate they bring up the creation of 80,000 jobs in two months. If that is true we still lost 100,000 jobs in one month which is a new negative of 20,000 jobs. It just seems...
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    Discussion Do Local Governments Communicate Well?

    After seeing all of the posts on this site about Local government, I was wondering: Do Local Governments Communicate Well? because it seems a lot of the information about decisions being made is hard to find for people. Effective communication is one of the most important responsibilities of...
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    Discussion Planned Obsolescence

    Most people have probably experienced the moment when something they own suddenly stops working far earlier than expected. A phone stops receiving updates, a printer refuses to work with new cartridges, or a device simply fails after a couple of years even though it was expensive. Situations...
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    Discussion Tax Loopholes and Ethicality

    Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about how many big companies exploit tax loopholes to legally avoid paying millions, or even billions in taxes. On paper, what they’re doing is completely legal, but it raises a bigger question: just because something is legal, does that mean it’s ethical? Many...
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    Discussion Does Power Always Corrupt?

    I’ve been thinking a lot about the saying “power corrupts,” and I’m not convinced it’s always true. On one hand, history is full of examples where people gain power and end up abusing it. Political leaders, CEOs, or other influential figures sometimes make choices that benefit themselves instead...
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    Discussion Are Small Businesses Overregulated?

    One of the biggest problems with small businesses is that they simply cannot afford the permits and licenses the way that large cooperation can. Licenses. Permits. Labor rules. Tax filings. Health standards. Reporting requirements. Environmental checks. It stacks up. Large corporations often...
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    Discussion Are Tax Cuts the Best Way to Stimulate Growth?

    Every election cycle, we hear the same pitch: cut taxes, and growth will follow. The logic seems straightforward , people keep more of their money, businesses invest more, hiring increases, and the economy expands. But is it that simple? Tax cuts can stimulate short-term spending, especially...
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    Discussion The Ethics of AI in Business

    As businesses increasingly adopt artificial intelligence (AI) and automation, we’re entering a new era where efficiency and innovation are often weighed against ethical responsibility. AI can streamline processes, cut costs, and improve decision-making, but these benefits come with complex moral...
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    Discussion Are Emergency Government Powers Too Broad?

    Let’s be honest, emergency powers are supposed to be temporary. That’s the point. They’re there for the “oh no” moments. Pandemics. Terror attacks. Natural disasters. But here’s the uncomfortable part: when does “temporary” quietly become normal? In Canada, the federal government invoked the...
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    Discussion Poll: The Minimum Wage Debate

    The debate over the minimum wage has reached a fever pitch in 2026. As inflation continues to fluctuate and the Raise the Wage Act of 2025 moves through legislative discussions, the question remains: is a higher floor the answer, or a distraction from deeper economic issues? The Minimum Wage...
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    Discussion How Far Would You Go to Stay Ethical?

    Lately, I’ve been thinking about what it really means for a business to be ethical. It’s easy to talk about fair wages, sourcing locally, supporting the community, or choosing sustainable options when things are going well. But ethics get tested when the pressure is on, rising costs, shrinking...
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    Discussion How do Small Businesses Give Back?

    Last month, my business partnered with a nearby bakery to include their products in our customer customer appreciation day. Not only did it help our sales, but it boosted the bakeries customer base and helped get the word about their products. This got me thinking, Are there any creative ways...
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    Discussion Should Returns Be Free?

    Free returns are one of the biggest draws of online shopping. Click “Buy Now,” try it at home, and if it doesn’t work, send it back, no cost, no stress. But while free returns are convenient, they come with hidden environmental costs. The Upside of Free Returns: Consumer convenience: Buyers...
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    Discussion Should Companies Disclose Their Supply Chain?

    Transparency has become a major selling point for businesses in today’s market. From small startups to multinational corporations, consumers are increasingly demanding to know where their products come from, who makes them, and under what conditions. But when it comes to fully disclosing supply...
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    Discussion Ethics Vs. Marketing

    Lately, it feels like every company is “sustainable,” “ethical,” “green,” or “community-driven.” You can’t walk into a store or scroll online without seeing buzzwords like eco-friendly, responsibly sourced, carbon neutral, or socially conscious. On the surface, that seems like progress and it...
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    Discussion Ethical Profits?

    In recent times I have noticed that a lot of people (including myself) associate ethical, local businesses with high prices.There’s a common belief that companies have to choose between making money and doing good. But looking at recent trends, that doesn’t seem to be the case anymore. Many...
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    Discussion Business List | Ontario Ethical Business Network

    Categorized List of Ethical Businesses in Ontario Fashion: Jerico - Unisex Fashion -jerico.ca Good For Sunday - Unisex Fashion - goodforsunday.com Victoire Boutique - Women's Fashion - victoireboutique.com Beauty NOV - Beauty Products - novcosmetic.com Canadian Grace - Beauty Products -...
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    Broadcast Ontario Ethical Business Network

    Ontario's Choice for Ethical Business Practices In a rapidly evolving business landscape, ethical practices aren’t just a nice-to-have, they’re essential. The Ontario Ethical Business Network (OEBN) is a platform that highlights and supports Ontario-based companies committed to integrity...
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    Discussion Trump Blocking New USA-Canada Bridge

    Why Block the Bridge? In a recent truth social post Trump talked about how he wants to block the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge, and he wants to do this because of the tensions between the USA and Canada regarding trade agreements. But from the sounds of this it seems like it...
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    Discussion Canada's Electoral System

    Canada’s Election System has a Problem and it is up to the US as the People to Fix it. Canada’s federal elections are administered by Elections Canada, which is an independent agency that was created by the parliament and reports to the parliament circumventing the party that is in power at the...
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