A concerning trend for small businesses in Atlantic Canada.
Nearly half of business owners say they’ve been directly impacted by crime over the last year.
According to a report from the Canadian Federation of Independent Business, it’s jumped from 23 percent to 48 percent.
Vice-President Louis-Philippe Gauthier says small business owners should be able to close their door and come back the next day without worrying about theft or vandalism.
Those are the most common types of crime they’re experiencing.
The CFIB say it’s taking an emotional toll, with two-thirds of owners worrying about the safety of their staff and customers.
They’re also spending more on security measures.
Nearly 50% of Canadian #SmallBusiness have experienced #crime in the past year, double the rate from 2023❗
🎥 CFIB’s SeoRhin Yoo explains how this impacts Canadian small businesses and outlines steps governments can take to address these growing concerns.
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— CFIB News (@CFIBNews) October 24, 2024
