Dispatch

Dispatch: A summary of recent business appointments and announcements, plus upcoming events for the week ahead

From London Ontario to Shanghai: The CNC sourcing strategy small manufacturers are using

For small manufacturers in Southwestern Ontario, a well-defined CNC sourcing strategy is a capacity extension, not a cost-cutting measure

Why debt consolidation makes financial planning easier

A well-structured debt consolidation plan allows borrowers to regain financial stability, forgetting about unnecessary stress

Yapping not tapping

More and more people are now talking to AI voice dictation tools rather than clacking the keys. Will ‘voicepilling’ make everyone more productive — or just more annoying?

Why newcomer financial planning is becoming a bigger business issue in Canada

As Canada continues to evolve, newcomer financial planning will play an increasingly important role

Waves of reinvention

Jill Ellis-Worthington spent decades in the media and communications business. Now she’s dipping her toes into entrepreneurship

How to reduce stress after your retirement

Lowering stress in retirement is about finding what works for you

Simple event planning tips for large gatherings

Whether it’s a business event or a wedding, successful planning is a matter of organization and defined objectives

Styled to succeed: Jillian Summers

Jillian Summers, founder and owner of Upstaging Limited, shares her unique perspective on what it takes to build and sustain a successful career

Confidence in practice

Rebecca Hynes and Annie Garrett of Harrison Pensa LLP share their unique perspective on what it takes to build and sustain a successful career

Top 20 small business ideas to make money fast in 2026

With dedication and smart strategies, you can transform a small business idea into a successful reality quickly

How modern research is rewriting the story of certain supplements and stimulants

A growing number of researchers are taking a closer look at substances that were once dismissed outright