Success Stories: Small Business

Beaches Sandbox was established during the pandemic with a vision to provide a space for community connection, creativity and fun! Founders Paulette O’Leary and Jason Schuy noticed a lack of opportunities for people to come together and decided to create a hub that caters to all ages, abilities and backgrounds. No one is excluded from […]

“Payroll is now seamless and stress-free.” Meet Dr. Sara Markovic, the driving force behind River Street Endodontics, a specialized dental practice that focuses on root canal procedures. Since opening in August 2019, Dr. Sara has been dedicated to providing top-notch dental care and carving out a niche as the go-to provider for root canals. Her […]

As their name suggests, Olson’s GLO Estate Home for Special Care is a special place. As a small Residential Care Facility, they have the big job of caring for their residents. The last thing Nicole Spinney, Manager, needed was issues with time and attendance that took away from other aspects of running the business. Nicole […]

Meet Jaclynn and Caleb, proud owners of a thriving landscaping business, Elevate Your Landscape. With a bustling operation and a team of hardworking employees, Jaclynn found herself juggling multiple tasks, including the daunting task of time, attendance and payroll management.  Let’s dive into their journey of transitioning from manual processes to a more streamlined solution […]

“I value my time as really important. So the work-life balance is crucial.” What do you get when you combine a last minute need for flowers (for your own wedding) with an eye for business? Floral haven Thyme Studio started when co-founder Nas Neufeld was about to get married and didn’t know where to turn […]

As the name suggests, Flux Connectivity‘s space is connectivity equipment such as cables, wire harnesses, junction boxes and control panels. Founded in early 2018, the Alberta-based company describes itself as an innovative contract manufacturer of various connectivity products, but they aren’t just making any old cables and boxes. The company’s mix of 16 employees and […]

Walk the Store is a force behind brands in the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) space looking to get their products on store shelves. The mission doesn’t stop at representing a brand to a retailer and getting their items on the shelf. The brokerage also strives to help brands build relationships with retailers that’ll give them […]

When Dubbeldam Architecture + Design isn’t running payroll (which is a lot of the time!), they’re taking on design projects that bring sustainable approaches to the forefront. This Toronto based architecture and design practice is a multidisciplinary studio, so you might catch them putting their magic touch on residential, hospitality and commercial spaces or even […]

The St. Lawrence Academy‘s eight full time and two part time employees come together to shape the minds of youth from kindergarten to grade 8. Their goal: To inspire children and teach them skills that’ll shape them into leaders and active members of their communities. Care, acceptance and respect are among the traits they strive […]

All businesses start with an origin story. For Cephema, the name has roots in Greek mythology — Titans Coeus and Phoebe, deities of human intellect. Coeus represents the inquisitive mind, natural human curiosity and having an analytical mindset. As for Phoebe, she taps into making intelligent predictions about what might come next. These are both […]

Willful is an online platform that provides services for end-of-life planning, like creating a will, for individuals and couples. It launched in 2017 after the unexpected loss of a family member who hadn’t pre-planned and the company’s founders saw first hand the challenges that situation creates. They started Willful to help Canadians who haven’t started […]

Atlantic Tennis Centre‘s mission is to serve an opportunity for people of all ages and abilities to step onto the court to play and fall in love with tennis. It’s a non-membership facility based in Bedford, Nova Scotia that offers private lessons, drop-in clinics and adult and youth programs. There are also youth camps to […]

Fresh Adventures whisks ordinary folks out of the city and countryside to experience the fresh air of the great outdoors. Extraordinary adventures await across the western Canadian wilderness, led by guides who know the ins and outs of the area in a way that keeps things fun and safe while making each trip special. With […]

“We consider Wagepoint to be a partner of our organization and support in our onboarding process, issuing Records of Employment (ROEs), posting journal entries and making sure our employees receive funds in a timely manner.” — Chris Grimes, CEO, FundMore

Shored in St. Catharines, Ontario, Captains Cabin Cafe is a place to grab a hot beverage, a meal and a treat to enjoy while catching up with friends. The family-run cafe offers homemade family favourites to eat in or take out onto the patio if the weather is just right. The crew of six (6) […]