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What’s Cooking? Introducing Square’s Latest Product Innovations for Canadian Restaurants

From new hardware that acts as a portable point of sale in your pocket to Food & Beverage software, see what Square’s launching to help your business run smoothly.

Raising the Bar With Square Handheld: Designing Our First Full-Featured Handheld Point of Sale

Here’s how Square’s Head of Industrial Design, Kristen Mangum, led the design of Square Handheld — a portable POS device built for busy restaurants and retailers, combining elegant design with powerful, on-the-go performance.

What is Square? How to Start Selling with Square

Discover what Square is and how it helps businesses streamline payments and operations. Learn how Square can support your business growth.

How To Set Up and Use a Balance Sheet for Your Business [With Template]

A balance sheet is a great way to get a clear picture of where your business stands financially. Use our handy template to start your balance sheet right away.

How We Offer Free POS Software with No Monthly Fees

POS software doesn’t have to come with heavy fees. With Square there’s never any monthly contracts or SaaS fees. Here’s the lowdown on our POS software, its features, and its price tag, which is great for your business’s bottom line.

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.

Toronto Bakery Stands Out in Sea of Sameness and Streamlines Operations

As KWENTO’s reputation for striking, unique cakes grew — so did the challenges of managing a bustling business. Here’s how Square helped streamline

Is Dynamic Pricing Right for Your Restaurant?

With the flexibility of adjusting pricing to accommodate market conditions and customer needs, now may be the perfect time to explore dynamic pricing as a strategy for your restaurant.

What Are Operating Expenses? Definitions and Examples

Learn what operating expenses are, why they matter, and how managing them can boost profitability and cash flow for your business. Discover key examples and cost-saving strategies.

Restaurant Efficiency: How To Fix the Gaps

Savvy restaurant owners understand the need for efficiency. They’re turning to technology to help them simplify processes, reduce errors and provide the insights they need to run profitable operations. Here’s how.

How Square Helps Made by Marcus Stay Open Year Round While Scaling

Made by Marcus, a community ice cream shop, manages to stay open year-round thanks to Square’s ecosystem. Here’s how.

How To Create a Profit and Loss Statement for Your Business

Here’s everything you need to know about profit and loss statements and how to use them. Download our free profit and loss statement template.

How Sidebar Keeps Up With Concert Crowds Thanks to Square

Running a high-volume bar and restaurant in sync with a live music venue comes with unique operational pressures. Here’s how Danforth Sidebar keeps up using Square.

How Tut’s Builds Stronger Customer Relationships With Square

For Tuts, the goal is staying true to their Egyptian identity while remaining connected to their local community. Here’s how they use Square tools to do it.

How To Open a Salon

Here’s everything you need to know about how to open a salon — including a checklist plus tips on how to run a successful salon business.

How to Take Card Payments Over the Phone

Need to take card payments on the phone? Square’s Virtual Terminal can help.

How To Register a Business in Ontario

Canada is a great place to grow and start your business. However, Ontario is a particular hotspot, it seems, as it’s home to some of the nation’s highest personal incomes.

5 Indicators It’s Time To Expand Your Restaurant’s Footprint

How do you know when you’re ready to expand your business? These top indicators show it could be time to grow.

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.

How Much Does It Cost To Start a Food Truck? Here Are 10 Ways To Save

The popularity of food trucks has exploded in the past decade. What began as a fad has transformed into the mainstream as Canadians have embraced.

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.

Managing Multiple Revenue Streams? Compare Technology Partners to Find the Perfect Tool for Your Business

Download our free and fully customizable Business Technology Partner Comparison Tool to help keep you organized while you determine the best system for your business, available in one convenient editable PDF.

Alberta Minimum Wage Increases: Everything You Need to Know

Here’s everything you need to know about Alberta’s minimum wage.

Credit Card Authorization Form Templates [Download]

Download our credit card authorization form templates and safeguard against risks when your business takes payments by credit card.

16 Tips for Using Square Kiosk to Boost Revenue and Overall Profitability

Discover how you can get the most value from your Square kiosk, including tips for optimizing your menu for upselling, and integrating with your other kitchen tools for efficiency.

Creating a Restaurant Loyalty Program: What to Know

Loyalty programs are everywhere and restaurants are harnessing the power of rewarding loyal customers. Learn more about how to create a loyalty program for your restaurant.

Use Your Restaurant Data to Perfect Your Menu and Drive Business Decisions

To create a winning menu, take a data-driven approach. It can help to ensure your offerings continue to align with what your customers want. Plus, it can help you set your business apart from the competition.

How To Create a Business Proposal: A Basic Guide [With Template]

Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to write a business proposal, including its essential components, types and examples.

4 Ways to Enhance Hospitality in Your Restaurant With Technology

Great hospitality is key to running a successful restaurant. Learn how you can use your business technology to build even more meaningful relationships with your guests and keep them coming back for more.

The Top Beauty Trends in 2025

We explore the top trends shaping the Canadian beauty industry in 2025, based on insights from 500 local restaurant leaders and 1,000 consumers.

The Top Restaurant Trends in 2025

We explore the top trends shaping the Canadian restaurant scene in 2025, based on insights from 500 local restaurant leaders and 1,000 consumers.

The Ultimate Social Media Image Size Guide

Download this handy template for sizing your posts so you’re ready to post as often as you want.

Automation, Tech and Efficiency Top-of-Mind for Most Canadian Restaurants

Discover key insights into the Canadian restaurant industry in 2025, and how Canadian restaurant leaders are leveraging automation, AI, and digital solutions to tackle rising costs, labour shortages, and evolving customer expectations.

The Future of Beauty Report: 2025 Edition

The Future of Restaurants Report: 2025 Edition

Square surveyed restaurant owners across the U.S., Canada, the UK, and Australia to uncover what’s propelling restaurants across the globe and what restaurant owners still need to help them accomplish their goals in 2024.

The Future of Retail Report: 2025 Edition

To uncover the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for retailers, Square partnered with Wakefield Research for our annual Future of Retail report to gather actionable insights for forward-looking retail leaders across the globe.