| Hi,One of your customers, Maryna, recently took the time to thank your business through the #SmallBusinessEveryDay Big Thank You Contest – a national initiative by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) to celebrate the small businesses Canadians love most.Here’s what they shared: “I’d like to recognize Milton Academy of Martial Arts for the incredible impact they’ve had on my daughter over the past three years. The coaches are dedicated, patient, and genuinely invested in helping every student grow—not only in martial arts skills, but also in confidence, discipline, and respect. They create a welcoming environment where children feel supported and encouraged to reach their potential. Small businesses like this make a real difference in our community, and we are grateful for everything they do.” |
| Over the past two weeks, thousands of Canadians shared messages of appreciation for small businesses across the country, and your business was one of those recognized.Congratulations to this week’s winner, Bodega Pets Foods & Supply in Richmond, BC, nominated by Claire Yang! They received $4,000 and a 1-year CFIB membership. Their nominator received $1,500 for shopping local.We’re also pleased to announce that Chaussures Croteau in Victoriaville, QC received the most nominations and has won the $4,000 bonus prize, courtesy of Interac Corp.!Keep the local love goingThe contest may be over, but the appreciation doesn’t have to end. We’ve put together free tools to help you stay connected with your customers — including posters, social media graphics, and more. |
| The #SmallBusinessEveryDay Big Thank You Contest is presented by CFIB in partnership with: |
| About #SmallBusinessEveryDay#SmallBusinessEveryDay is a year-round initiative from the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) that encourages Canadians to support the independent businesses that make their communities unique by keeping their loonies local™. Visit SmallBusinessEveryDay.ca to find out more. |
| *NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Open June 29, 2026 at 7:00 am ET to July 13, 2026 at 11:59 pm ET to legal residents of Canada who have reached the age of majority in their jurisdiction of residence. Three (3) total prizes available. Two (2) weekly prizes available, one (1) awarded each week. Each weekly prize consists of: one (1) cash prize of $1,500 CAD, for winner and one (1) cash prize of $4,000 CAD and a 1-year CFIB membership, for nominated independent Canadian business (approximate value of $408 plus an additional $36 per employee, up to a maximum of $7,500 for one year). Total approximate retail value of each weekly prize is $5,908 to $13,000. Winners of weekly prizes are determined by random draw. The number of weekly prizes will diminish as awarded each week during the contest period. One (1) bonus prize available, consisting of a cash prize of $4,000 CAD for a nominated independent Canadian business. The bonus prize will be awarded at the end of the contest period to the business with the most nominations received over the contest period, excluding businesses who have won a weekly prize. Each nominated business can only win a maximum of one (1) prize. Odds of winning depend on number of eligible entries received, and for bonus prizes, number of nominations. Math skill test and internet access required. CFIB is wholly responsible for the rules, administration, and execution of the contest, including awarding and distribution of all prizing. Product names, logos, brands, and other trademarks featured are the property of their respective trademark holders.Rules: cfib.ca/sbedrules |
