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NFC Guide: All You Need to Know About Near Field Communication

Have you ever wondered what makes services like Apple Pay work? Square’s NFC Guide explains everything you need to know about Near Field Communication.

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.

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.

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.

10 Scientifically Proven Ways to Motivate Employees

Discover ten scientifically proven ways to motivate employees, including creating the right environment to offering employee rewards. Learn more tips here.

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 in 2023: 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.

How to Get a Saskatoon Business Licence

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

How to Prepare for the 2022 Holiday Season

The 2022 holiday season is set to be impacted by inflation, the lingering pandemic, and supply chain issues, but there are still ways to make the season count.

New: Square for Retail POS on Square Terminal

In exciting news for Canadian businesses using Square for Retail, Retail POS is now available to be used on the popular Square Terminal device.

Important Cash Register Features for Small Businesses

Before you head on over to buy the latest cash register, you should become well-acquainted with the features that will support your business.

Three Canadian Coffee Entrepreneurs on What Helps their Businesses Thrive

Here, three Canadian Square sellers and coffee entrepreneurs share what helps their businesses thrive.

Must-Have Hardware Accessories for your POS System

Learn more about the accessories that modern point of sale systems require - more than just a cash register.

How Square Stand Can Help Your Business Grow

When you think about ways to strengthen your business and grow revenue, you might tinker with your product offerings or revise your marketing strategy. But what about upgrading your hardware?

How to Get a Hamilton Business Licence

For Hamilton to issue you a business licence, you’ll have to meet specific city requirements. Here’s what you need to know to get started.

How to Train New Employees

Efficiently training new hires is integral to saving time and driving your business’s success.

How to Promote BNPL (Buy Now, Pay Later)

BNPL (Buy Now, Pay Later) makes it easy for merchants to offer credit to customers who don’t have credit cards. Offering BNPL can boost your business’ growth.

How to Open a Pop-Up Shop

Pop-up shops can help take a business to the next level, no matter how big or small. Here’s how to start and open a pop-up shop today.

How the Right Return Policy Can Give You a Leg Up on the Competition

Companies want to be known for the great style, quality and value that their products provide. But even exceptional items need to be returned sometimes.

How to Use Conversational Commerce in Your Marketing

These five strategies will help you implement conversational commerce tools into your marketing and business plan.

Streamline your POS to Perfection with Square for Retail’s Customizable Item Grid

With this new customizable item grid, you can continue to build a POS interface that’s intuitive, flexible and adaptable to the needs of your retail business as it grows.