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SMEs
SMEs
Like their larger counterparts, Canadian SMEs need relief from the tax and regulatory systems that have become increasingly complex and dysfunctional over the years.
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Our Position
Canada’s SMEs don’t lack the will to take risks. What they lack is time. Ready access to information on federal programs via channels they frequent, less red tape, restoration of capital investment tax credits and access to regulatory/legal expertise in foreign markets would help them do so.
Policy Committees
An important complement to our Policy team, many significant policy public positions originate from our committees and working groups
Related Strategic Issues
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Agriculture & Agri-food
Canada must reduce the barriers holding back the full potential of our agriculture and agri-food sector.
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Cybersecurity
Addressing the cybersecurity posture of Canadian business through supportive public policy and industry standards and tools.
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Indigenous Affairs
The only way Canada will be able to compete globally is to ensure Indigenous peoples have the same opportunities to participate in our economy as others.