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The game has changed

Plan your next move

The business landscape is shifting. Domestic and global issues are rapidly changing the way Canadian companies do business. They must contend with volatile capital markets, nimble new competitors, higher commodity prices, fluctuating exchange rates, liquidity issues and more. For some, business is booming; for others, market conditions are posing formidable challenges. And the impact on each industry is as different as the impact on each company. From manufacturing to the oil sands, Canadian companies are finding new ways to gain a competitive edge in turbulent times.

Venture capital in Canada: An industry in crisis

Canada’s technology companies face a considerable and ever-present challenge: a lack of venture capital. And foreign venture capital players are slow to fill the gap, in part because of tax barriers. In this podcast, John Ruffolo, Technology, Media & Telecommunications leader, examines the state of venture capital in Canada. Listen now.

Venture capital in Canada

How manufacturers can compete

How manufacturers can compete
Manufacturers in emerging economies are redefining the borders of the manufacturing industry. Here are 5 strategies to help companies boost their competitive edge.

Ride out market uncertainty

Ride out market uncertainty
In times of volatility, companies need to take preventative action. Discover 5 steps to protect your business in a market downturn.

Attract oil sands investment

Attract oil sands investment
Developing the oil sands requires significant levels of investment. Learn how oil sands players can better attract the necessary capital to fund ongoing development.

Maximize R&D tax incentives

Maximize R&D tax incentives
Canadian companies need to innovate to succeed in a global marketplace. Discover how to offset the costs of innovation with tax incentives for R&D.

Strategies for Canadian retailers

Strategies for Canadian retailers
The high Canadian dollar has had a significant impact on domestic retailers. Here are 4 strategies to help them remain competitive.

IFRS conversion

Begin the conversion to IFRS
By 2011, public companies will have to adopt IFRS, a new accounting standard that will replace Canadian GAAP. Learn more about planning for IFRS conversion.


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