• Business ownership is changing across Canada and succession planning is now one of the biggest conversations shaping the future of small business.

      In the latest episode of the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast hosted by Maheen Bari, Steven Wang, CEO of Venture for Canada, shares how Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition is creating new opportunities for the next generation of business leaders.

      From understanding the risks of unaddressed business transitions to exploring how acquisition can become a powerful path to entrepreneurship, this conversation offers valuable insights for founders, future owners, and the broader business community.

      Key takeaways from the episode:

      • Why succession planning matters more than ever for Canada’s economy
      • How ETA is opening new doors to business ownership
      • What makes Canada’s acquisition landscape different from the U.S.
      • How future buyers are being prepared through specialized programs
      • Why building a stronger acquisition ecosystem matters for long term growth

      Listen to the full episode here:
      https://smbpodcast.ca/stop-starting-from-scratch-the-power-of-buying-a-business/

      Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio, and Amazon Music.

      Thank you to our partners UPS Canada and ADP Canada for supporting conversations that empower Canadian entrepreneurs.

      Visit http://www.canadiansme.ca for more insights from business leaders across Canada.

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