More than half of all Canadian small business owners feel confident in the
current Canadian economy
Two-thirds (63%) of entrepreneurs feel the economy is very good or good, compared with 45% a year ago
RICHMOND HILL, ON, Oct. 4 /CNW/ - 63 per cent of Canadian small business owners feel confident in the current economy, compared to a year ago, following the economic crash. The Staples Canada survey of small business owners* showed that confidence had increased sharply—up from 45 per cent in August of 2009.
"Small businesses are a vital part of the Canadian economy, and their economic outlook plays a large role in the overall economy," said Steve Matyas, president of Staples Canada.
And although nearly all Canadian small business owners and executives—92 per cent—say their business will improve or stay the same over the next six months, the recession may still be having a lasting impact on small businesses in Canada. Four-in-five Canadian small business owners are still making changes to their business, due to current economic conditions. Operational cost cutting/deferred spending is still the most common coping method. "Staples is committed to helping small businesses, as we know they have plenty to worry about; that's why we offer tech services, everyday low prices, copy and print help, and online shopping that delivers with 24 hours," said Matyas.
Staples sells small business products to help entrepreneurs work more efficiently: the iGo Green Laptop Wall Charger uses up to 85 per cent less standby power than a regular charger and works worldwide with a travel adapter. The HP OfficeJet 8500A premium printer is an all-in-one with 250-sheet paper tray. And FSC envelopes have an easy, quick-strip closure that requires no moisture.
*The study was conducted by Angus Reid Public Opinion through online interviews with owners and executives of small businesses (with up to 50 full-time employees) across Canada. A total of 319 interviews were completed between August 3 and 10, 2010.
About STAPLES Canada
Founded in Toronto in 1991, Staples Canada Inc. is Canada's largest everyday low price supplier of office supplies, business machines, office furniture and business services for the small business and home office customer. The chain operates stores in all provinces across Canada under the banners Staples® Canada and Bureau en GrosMC. Marketing Magazine's Marketing/Leger 2009 Corporate Reputation Survey ranked Staples Canada/Bureau en Gros in the top five. The company has over 13,500 employees serving customers through more than 300 office superstores, catalogue, and e-commerce. Staples/Bureau en Gros is committed to making shopping easy by offering customers three ways to shop: online, by catalogue and in-store. More information is available at www.staples.ca.
For further information:
Rachel Swiednicki
Public Relations Manager
STAPLES Canada
905-737-1147 x 2714
Randy Cooray
Public Relations Specialist
STAPLES Canada
905-737-1147 e.2712
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