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Consumers Want Email from Brands — Here’s How to Do It Well

New research found that consumers like to get email offers from brands over direct mail, mobile apps, and social media.

10 Ways to Expand Revenue Streams at Festivals

For small and large festivals alike, incorporating some of these additional revenue streams offers up a whole lot of opportunity for greater profit yields and, as a result, you can see your festival grow to a major annual event.

The Top Restaurant Trends in 2023

Square teamed up with Wakefield Research to investigate what 500 restaurant owners and managers in Canada and 2,000 consumers across North America are thinking about the current state and future for food businesses.

The Top Retail Trends in 2023

Retailers are tapping into the qualities that make them unique, reworking them, and using them to their advantage as consumer needs evolve. The future of retail in 2023 lies in the overall experience.

The Future of Restaurants Report: 2023 Edition

What is the future of the restaurant industry? Square partnered with Wakefield Research to gather industry trends from business owners and restaurant experts. Read our latest restaurant report for new insights.

The Future of Retail Report: 2023 Edition

Square partnered with Wakefield Research to see how retail managers/owners and consumers are moving ahead in 2023. Read our latest retail industry report for new insights.

How to Prepare Your Bar or Restaurant for Major Sports Events

Major sports events can mean big business for bars and restaurants in Canada. Here’s what you should take into account before hosting the next big game.

Inventory Management 101: How to Manage Small Business Inventory

Running out or having excessive stock are bad for your bottom line. Learn inventory management techniques to have the right products when you need them.

How to Start a Business: A Simple Guide for New Business Owners

Learn how to start your business with this guide—covering everything from business plan creation to permits and legal obligations.

Benefits of Afterpay for Retail

Square sellers can let their customers know that Afterpay is now available for online purchases.

How To Use Apple Pay: A Comprehensive Guide for Business Owners

Square’s Apple Pay guide walks you through the ins and outs of Apple Pay, how to use it at stores and online, and how to accept it at your business.

Save Time With Bulk Editing for Square for Retail

Square for Retail now provides sellers with a Bulk Edit tool that saves you time by allowing you to edit item and variation attributes in bulk directly in your Square Dashboard.

How to Start Accepting Apple Pay Today

As the payments industry continues to evolve, your business need to stay up to speed. Here’s why you should start accepting Apple Pay with Square.

How to Start a Restaurant

Want to open your own restaurant? Discover everything you need to know with Square—from developing a solid business plan to evaluating your costs and more.

What Is a Contactless Payment?

Here’s some information about what contactless payments are all about and why they’re so secure.

How Can I Accept Credit Card Payments?

Use this step by step guide to accept credit cards. You’ll need a credit card reader that accepts EMV chip cards, which make credit card payments more secure.

The Importance of Starting an Online Store in 2023

Customers have embraced online shopping, and starting an online store is increasingly important for a business’s success. If you’re looking to capitalize on this trend here’s everything to know.

The Benefits of Tableside Payments

Tableside payments are likely here to stay. As a business owner, make the experience as hassle-free as possible for your customers and employees. Choosing a handheld device that supports your business needs is the first step.

QR Codes: What They Are And How to Generate One

Wondering what a QR code is and how they can be used for your business? Square allows you to generate QR codes for payment. Learn more now.

How to Choose the Right Online Store Platform for Your Business

What’s one of the first decisions you make once you’re ready to make the move online? Choosing a web platform.

10 eCommerce Holiday Planning Tips: How to Prepare Your Online Store for Holiday Sales

Unwrap 10 eCommerce holiday planning tips to boost your online sales and get ready for this holiday season. Get more business tips with Square.

How Tableside Payments Are Changing the Restaurant Industry

Bryan Solar, GM of Square for Restaurants, shares how Square’s mobile POS is changing tableside payments for restaurants.

What Is Credit Card Processing and How It Works

In this guide, we walk you through everything you need to know about credit card processing—and how to select the best option for your business.

How Interac, Square and Calgary’s Favourite Sports Franchises Came Together to Support Small Business

Interac spoke with Isabel Lee, Director of Client Solutions and Investor Relations, Interac; Karisa Marra, Head of Sales, Square Canada; and Jason Johnson, Senior Partnership Sales Executive, CSEC.

How to Get a Regina Business Licence

Here’s what you’ll need to know to get your business licence in Regina.

How to Sell on TikTok: 5 Tips for Success

TikTok is a smart place for your business to be and can help open the door to a new and younger customer base. Here are five tips for success when selling on TikTok.

How to Get a Fredericton Business Licence

Here’s what you’ll need to know to get your business licence in Fredericton.

Five Ways to Find New Customers

Business development — identifying new customer bases and building relationships — should be a top priority for growth.

How to Attract Customers with Your Online Directory Listings

Booking platform and business directory listings are an important element of your digital presence.

How to Get a Kelowna Business Licence

Here’s what you’ll need to know to get your business licence in Kelowna.

15 Top Side Hustle Ideas That Make Money for 2023

We’ve put together a list of some top side hustle ideas you can get into for 2023 to help put a few more dollars in your bank account.

How to Create a Business Plan in 2021

A business plan outlines research you’ve done prior to starting a business and provides strategic direction. Here’s how to create an actionable business plan.

How to Get a Waterloo Business Licence

Here’s what you’ll need to know to get your business licence in Waterloo.

How to Sell Products Online with eCommerce Marketing

It’s not enough to create strong products if your target audience cannot find them. To turn a profit quickly, you need an eCommerce website that looks fantastic, functions seamlessly, and attracts as many customers as possible.

What Is Mobile Commerce (and Why It’s a Strategy You Should Care About)?

What better place is there to meet your customers than on their mobile devices?

How to Use Instagram Shoppable Posts to Sell on Social Media

With Instagram shoppable posts, you can sell products directly from shoppers’ feeds. Users can browse, buy, and check out without leaving the app. Here’s how to get started.