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Businesses can now surcharge on credit cards

Merchants will soon have the ability to surcharge on credit card transactions to offset credit card processing fees, and nearly one in five (19%) small businesses are considering it, found a new survey by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB).


Fee becomes Briggs & Stratton’s sales manager in western Canada

Brent Fee recently became the territory sales manager for western Canada at Briggs & Stratton. As part of the new role, Fee will now facilitate all aspects of sales for western Canada from Manitoba to B.C. Fee is a veteran in the heavy-equipment rental industry.


Labour, a municipal concern

This past summer was the first full-summer season the rental industry did not face government restrictions to help stop the spread of COVID. I want to first say that I hope that the past few months have been incredibly successful for you. I’ve spoken to many small businesses over the past six months and many used the analogy of trying to drink water out of a fire hose.


What Went Hong: Opioid safety

Picture this: it’s morning, and two young adults ride public transit, fully suited up with PPE including full-body harnesses. They are on the way to work…high. No, it’s not the start of a novel. I witnessed it first hand.
 
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Skyjack

RE-VISUALIZED.
RE-POWERED.
RETURN.

Skyjack's new SJ45 AJ+ and SJ60 AJ+ articulating booms have a lower gross vehicle weight (GVW) which reduces transportation costs, increases fuel savings, and contributes to a lower carbon footprint – a true rental solution with ECO benefits.
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Counter Talks

Counter Talks Episode #39: Your Money Back – Bonny Koabel, AKR Consulting

There are more government rebate programs out there than you can shake a stick at. Luckily, Bonny Koabel of AKR Consulting has a whole basket of sticks and spends most of her time shaking them at the various government agencies so you don’t have to. Bonny joins Counter Talks to discuss the $547.5 million of funding that the Government of Canada has recently announced that offers everyone from provinces to small businesses incentives for the purchase or lease of eligible vehicles. » Listen now...
 
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John Deere

Reliable machines that make a colossal impact

You don’t need just any machine on your jobsite. You need the right one. From skid steers to backhoes, our lineup of rental equipment is up to the task. These machines offer the best of both worlds and are strong enough to tackle demanding work and small enough to navigate tight spaces. Reach the finish line on your jobsite with John Deere rentals.
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JOB BOARD 
 

Carpenter/Handy Person

With over fifty years serving the Waterloo Region and beyond, Woodhouse Group is one of the largest and most experienced General Contractors, Woodhouse Restorations, and Real Estate management companies in Southwestern Ontario. » Apply today

Public Works: Mechanic/General Labourer/Operator

The Township of Guelph/Eramosa is located at the south end of Wellington County, surrounding the City of Guelph and is a vibrant rural and small urban municipality. The Public Works department is seeking applications for an experienced and mechanically inclined individual to perform a variety of duties associated with roads, equipment, and vehicle maintenance. » Apply today

309A Electrician

D.D. Mac Electric is a full service electrical contractor, employing a staff with over 40 years experience in all aspects of electrical construction completed throughout southern Ontario. » Apply today
 
Events 
 

Equip Expo

October 18 - 21, 2022 » Learn more

ARA Show

February 12 - 15, 2023 » Learn more

ConExpo/ConAgg

March 14 - 18, 2023 » Learn more