Happy July to all of our readers!
We are very pleased this month to bring you our en-
trepreneurship issue. Kicking off the topic we have
an exclusive with Vikram Vij – owner of the ever-
popular Vij’s Restaurant and the newest Dragon
on CBC’s Dragons’ Den. Vikram’s story will inspire
you, and his confidence impress you. But mostly,
we think you’ll appreciate the advice he has for new
business owners that could apply to anyone who
runs a company in Canada.
Following Vikram’s talk with CIO, we have a few
company profiles of businesses that were once
home-grown enterprises: LEDA Furniture, Canaro-
ma Bath & Tile, and organizations that are continu-
ally promoting entrepreneurship in Canada such as
the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business and
ENACTUS Canada.
This is a great time of year to launch a new busi-
ness venture—and Canada is a great country to do
so. Just ask our interviewees!
We always love your feedback so please send it to
And stay tuned
for next month’s issue, it’s going to be a big one!
Until next month,
Sara Kopamees
Editor in Chief
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