As has been extensively discussed on the Synergy Merchant Services Blog recently, there are a number of surveys that have been conducted over the past several months trying to determine the type of impact the recession has had on Canadians.…
For as long as the recession has lasted, there has been advice doled out by seemingly everyone to overcome it. While some insist that it is important to save money, others believe that spending will, in turn, boost the local…
Today, the Canadian economy took centre stage and made headline news with the announcement of the country's deficit being worse than expected this year. As reported by Ottawa Bureau's Les Whittington, a total of $101 billion between this and next…
What was it? A year ago? Two? It wasn't all that long ago when the Canadian dollar had amazingly topped the U.S. Dollar in value in what was, for many, a shocking occurrence. Sure, it only lasted maybe a few…
For students all across Canada, today marked the first day back at school. Returning to the classroom is often an occasion that can be both exciting and depressing at the same time. For many, the challenge of a new school…
For some, today is a day that is met with a degree of sorrow, as school starts tomorrow for students all over Canada. For others, today is a day to rejoice! Its Labour Day, and for most workers across the…
In case you haven't yet heard the news, Synergy Merchant Services is hiring! For those of you seeking serious career opportunities, we strongly suggest you take a look at our "Synergy Offers New Career Opportunities" blog from last week. As…
For over 35 years, members of The Canadian Federation of Independent Business have enjoyed the security and confidence in knowing that CFIB will represent them at various levels of government to ensure the rights of small and medium-sized businesses across…
"It won't hurt, I promise." Sound familiar? These words have most likely been heard by every child in the world who has ever had a bandage ripped off by one of their parents. The end result, of course, is usually...pain.…
For the past few months, the Synergy Merchant Services Blog has kept on top of news about the global recession with specific attention of how it has affected Canadians here at home. Both businesses and consumers alike have had to…