Canadian Immigrant Ezine » Business Start-ups http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog Information and networking site for Canadian immigrants Thu, 19 Jun 2014 15:08:34 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.9.2 A Unique type of Coffee Shop http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2014/05/a-unique-type-of-coffee-shop/ http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2014/05/a-unique-type-of-coffee-shop/#comments Mon, 05 May 2014 02:27:57 +0000 http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/?p=316 Canadians who are thinking of starting or opening a coffee shop can learn from this coffee chain in Denmark that is truly unique.  Called the Laundromat Cafe, it is truly many many things combined into one.  A laundromat, a cafe, … read more

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]]> http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2014/05/a-unique-type-of-coffee-shop/feed/ 0 How to Start a Day Care Business http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2011/03/how-to-start-a-day-care-business/ http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2011/03/how-to-start-a-day-care-business/#comments Sat, 12 Mar 2011 21:41:38 +0000 http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/?p=205 There has been a dramatic increase in working mothers since the last 30 years. In 2006, 73% of all Canadian women with children less than age 16 living at home were part of the employed workforce, up from 39% in … read more

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]]> http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2011/03/how-to-start-a-day-care-business/feed/ 1 Unique Coffee Shop – Cat Cafe http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2011/01/18-cat-cafe-business/ http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2011/01/18-cat-cafe-business/#comments Sat, 01 Jan 2011 23:21:59 +0000 http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/?p=193 Starbucks coffee house originated from an idea by the founder Howard Schultz when he visited Milan Italy during a family vacation. He experienced how Europeans love visiting gourmet coffee bars as a place to visit and relax and would gladly … read more

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]]> http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2011/01/18-cat-cafe-business/feed/ 1 Thrift Stores – a recession proof business http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2010/10/thrift-stores-a-recession-proof-business/ http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2010/10/thrift-stores-a-recession-proof-business/#comments Sat, 23 Oct 2010 23:53:25 +0000 http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/?p=168 With the increasing trend in eco-friendly ideas of saving the planet, recycling, re-using and re-purposing, thrift stores are becoming viable businesses to run.  In a recent newsletter, NARTS – a USA based association of used good retailers points ouut that … read more

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]]> http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2010/10/thrift-stores-a-recession-proof-business/feed/ 0 The Smart Hanger – A Canadian Invention http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2010/06/the-smart-hanger-a-canadian-invention/ http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2010/06/the-smart-hanger-a-canadian-invention/#comments Thu, 10 Jun 2010 23:47:29 +0000 http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/?p=159 The Smart Hanger is a Canadian invention by Leigh Meadows, an entrepreneur,  & creative thinker, who left England in 1995 and immigrated to Canada to marry “Andrew”. The smart hanger idea was actually conceived by Leigh Meadows’ son, Jacob.   He … read more

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]]> http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2010/06/the-smart-hanger-a-canadian-invention/feed/ 1 Business Idea #15 – Wedding Planning Business http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2010/05/business-idea-15-wedding-planning-business/ http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2010/05/business-idea-15-wedding-planning-business/#comments Tue, 18 May 2010 01:09:04 +0000 http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/?p=127 A Wedding planner is a professional who assists with planning and organization of weddings. Weddings are thought to be a once a lifetime event and the organizers of a wedding (the couple and their families) are often willing to spend … read more

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]]> http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2010/05/business-idea-15-wedding-planning-business/feed/ 0 Four in One Doggie Care Business Idea http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2010/05/dog-business-in-canada/ http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2010/05/dog-business-in-canada/#comments Mon, 17 May 2010 03:07:29 +0000 http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/?p=105 Did you know that over one-half of Canadians have a household pet?  Pets include cats, dogs, birds, hamster….  It is estimated that about  one-third of Canadian households own a dog  For most Canadians, their pets are like their children.  The … read more

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]]> http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2010/05/dog-business-in-canada/feed/ 2 Business Idea #10 Foreign Student Recruitment & ESL Tutoring http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2010/04/business-idea-10-foreign-student-recruitment-esl-tutoring/ http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2010/04/business-idea-10-foreign-student-recruitment-esl-tutoring/#comments Fri, 30 Apr 2010 23:14:37 +0000 http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/?p=79 International students contribute about $6.5 billion annually to the Canadian economy through the tuition they pay, living expenses, travel and family members who come to visit. Canada has 5% of the total international student market, falling behind Australia at 10% … read more

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]]> http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2010/04/business-idea-10-foreign-student-recruitment-esl-tutoring/feed/ 5 Business Idea #9 Home Stay Business or Agency http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2010/04/business-idea-9-home-stay-business-or-agency/ http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2010/04/business-idea-9-home-stay-business-or-agency/#comments Fri, 30 Apr 2010 22:27:39 +0000 http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/?p=75 Every year, tens of thousands of international students and travelers from around the world are going abroad to study and learn other languages and cultures up close. And with them, they bring economic spin-offs to local economies. Homestay is the … read more

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]]> http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2010/04/business-idea-9-home-stay-business-or-agency/feed/ 4 Business Idea #8 Virtual Assistant Business http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2010/04/business-idea-8-virtual-assistant-business/ http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2010/04/business-idea-8-virtual-assistant-business/#comments Fri, 30 Apr 2010 03:17:33 +0000 http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/?p=69 Here is a business that is actually thriving on recession.  Many businesses big and small no longer has a full time receptionist or administrator.  Outsourcing has become a trend in an effort to reduce office overhead expenses.  As a result, … read more

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]]> http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2010/04/business-idea-8-virtual-assistant-business/feed/ 0 Business Idea #7 Making Sweet Snacks http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2010/04/business-idea-7-making-sweet-snacks/ http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2010/04/business-idea-7-making-sweet-snacks/#comments Wed, 28 Apr 2010 00:50:00 +0000 http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/?p=64 From the beginning of time, sweets are always a treat to humans.  Cavemen were the first to enjoy a sweet treat, when they discovered honey in beehives. Recorded history has traced candy back 3,500 years to Egyptian times.  During the … read more

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]]> http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2010/04/business-idea-7-making-sweet-snacks/feed/ 0 Business Idea #6 – Home-based gift basket service http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2010/04/business-idea-6-home-based-gift-basket-service/ http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2010/04/business-idea-6-home-based-gift-basket-service/#comments Sat, 24 Apr 2010 18:23:50 +0000 http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/?p=60 A home-based gift basket service is a low-cost start-up business.  The most important ingredients necessary to run this business are:  creativity, imagination, and organization. Gift baskets can be customized to fit the individual or corporate gift recipient.  It can range … read more

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]]> http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2010/04/business-idea-6-home-based-gift-basket-service/feed/ 0 Business Idea #5 – Bed and Breakfast Inn http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2010/04/business-idea-5-bed-and-breakfast-inn/ http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2010/04/business-idea-5-bed-and-breakfast-inn/#comments Sat, 24 Apr 2010 17:28:09 +0000 http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/?p=57 If you have an extra bedroom, a large home or extra space in your home, you have the necessary beginnings to start making extra income as a Bed and Breakfast Inn.  All it takes is a spare bedroom, a flair … read more

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]]> http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2010/04/business-idea-5-bed-and-breakfast-inn/feed/ 0 Business Idea #4 – Dating Coach Service http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2010/04/business-idea-4-dating-coach-service/ http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2010/04/business-idea-4-dating-coach-service/#comments Fri, 23 Apr 2010 02:23:31 +0000 http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/?p=51 Dating coaches offer a wide range of services, such as electronic books and newsletters, personal coaching, small group seminars, and weekend workshops. One-on-one coaching can involve counselling and in-the-field coaching, which can involve practicing flirting,  or going out with a … read more

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]]> http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2010/04/business-idea-4-dating-coach-service/feed/ 0 Business Idea #3 – A Mobile Chair Massage Service http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2010/04/business-idea-3-a-mobile-chair-massage-service/ http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/2010/04/business-idea-3-a-mobile-chair-massage-service/#comments Fri, 23 Apr 2010 01:10:26 +0000 http://www.canadianimmigrant.org/Blog/?p=42 Massage technicians can practice everywhere at the convenience of their clients.  At the airport, spa salon, hotels, golf tournaments, retreat centers.  Work stress has increased the demand for all types of massage that can soothe the nerves and comfort the … read more

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