Since our inception, Synergy Merchant Services has very proudly supported Canadian businesses by providing them with an alternative source of extra working capital. Especially in the wake of last year's global recession, we are especially happy that we are able…
It's Monday. Time to get back to work. Many people look forward to the new work week while many others dread the first day after the weekend. For the most part, those who hate Mondays insist that the weekend “just…
There's nothing like ending the work week off with a little good news, eh? As the Synergy Merchant Services Blog continues to keep a close eye on the financial landscape of our great nation, we are happy to report today…
As we mentioned in yesterday's blog, Toronto has been experiencing quite the scorcher recently. With today marking the fifth straight day that the city has been under a heatwave, the effects that it has had on the economy have become…
Could it get any hotter in Toronto? The home of the Synergy Merchant Services headquarters has been experiencing quite the scorcher lately. With temperatures in their mid-30s, that feel like they are in their early 40s (Celcius, of course), the…
Back in April, when the BP oil rip mishap caused the worst oil spill in American history, many became outraged at the irreparable harm that was being done to the environment. And even though we began blogging on this issue…
As our blog reported on June 29th, extensive damage was caused by protesters and rioters to storefronts in the downtown Toronto area during the G20 Summit. Many of these small business owners are seeking compensation from the government to cover…
As we announced in yesterday’s blog, Harmonized Sales Tax has officially come into effect in both British Columbia and Ontario. Although many Ontarians have been vocal in their opposition of the new 13% tax which combines GST and PST, B.C.…
Happy Canada Day everyone! Or is it? Today, in Ontario and British Columbia, the dreaded Harmonized Sales Tax officially took effect. As of midnight last night, HST became law in both provinces. As Antonella Artuso reports on The Toronto Sun's…
On the eve of Canada Day, we would like to take this opportunity to welcome all visitors to our great country. And hey, if you haven't yet had the pleasure of visiting the Great White North (it's really not all…