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Webnames.ca is committed to helping small business owners across Canada to overcome challenges with technical know-how, digital marketing and growth online through a series of insightful articles, tips and resources on this blog. At Webnames, we have over 20 years of expertise in enabling individuals and businesses make the leap online. Our in-house experts as well as hand-picked guest contributors have curated these resources to ensure that you get the best possible advice.
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Amy ElderkinThe Internet is Watching You! That’s right! This Halloween, forget ghosts, vampires or zombies, because the real stalker out there is the actually the internet! In all seriousness, this blog post is about the benefits of web hosting your site in Canada, but I thought I’d wrap it in a Halloween theme. And yes, it’s…
Cybele NegrisAs Vice-Chair of BC’s Small Business Roundtable, I would like to invite the entire small business community in BC to offer their feedback on what will help their business be more successful. Naomi Yamamoto, our new Minister of State for Small Business has announced today the launch of The Small Business Accord initiative. The ultimate…
Webnames.ca StaffCIRA‘s latest Cyber Security Tip Sheet is about Mobile Devices. Our mobile devices have become such an integral part of our lives. With the constant technological innovations being introduced in the market, may of us assume that our devices have greater security and privacy capabilities compared to laptops and desktops. As a result, we start…
Webnames.ca StaffIts a great month for business as entrepreneurs and business leaders converge to meet in the 15th Annual SOHO|SME Expo in Vancouver on October 16, 2012. Webnames.ca, a proud Platinum sponsor and partner of the event, will be on site to give out .CA gift cards. These can be redeemed to register a free .CA…
Webnames.ca StaffSmall Business BC’s 10th Annual Successful You Awards are open for nominations! The awards night will be held once again at the Pan Pacific Hotel in Vancouver on February 28, 2013. The Small Business BC Successful You Awards (SYA) contest is a province-wide event that recognizes and celebrates the important contributions BC’s entrepreneurs make to…
Webnames.ca StaffAs one of the sponsors of the BCIC – New Ventures Competition, everyone at Webnames.ca would like to congratulate the winners of the 12th annual BCIC – New Ventures Competition that was held on September 26, 2012.The competition lasted for 6 months, with over 140 companies vying for the top prize. The winners of the…
Neil LimCIRA’s latest Cyber Security Consumer Tip Sheet is about Socializing and Interacting Online. The majority of people use the Internet as a source to keep in touch with family and friends. Not all our online experiences are positive though.The tip sheet goes over the main issues you can face online when socializing and tips to…
Webnames.ca StaffWebnames.ca is happy to be sponsoring FR REACH 2012 in Vancouver on September 27th. In addition to being a sponsor of this event, Webnames.ca President, Cybele Negris will be a featured speaker in Vancouver. What is FP REACH 2012? Marketing is one of the top 3 challenges for entrepreneurs and small business. FP REACH 2012…
Webnames.ca StaffAs sponsor of the BCIC-New Ventures BC Competition, Webnames.ca would like to congratulate the top-ten finalists in the 2012 competition! Webnames.ca has sponsored this competition for a number of years. As a member of the local technology community, we feel it’s very important to support the innovation coming out of newer start-ups. This year’s finalists…
Neil LimAs a media sponsor of the 2012 BCIC-New Ventures competition, Webnames.ca would like to congratulate all companies moving forward to round 3 of the competition. The final 10 companies are moving on to Round 3 (in alphabetical order): Backyard BC ESL Explorer Mazza Innovation Ltd. MyBestHelper NaviDent Technologies Inc. Shared Desks (AppQii Technology Inc.) SterileCare…
Neil LimAs a sponsor of the 2012 BCIC-New Ventures competition, Webnames.ca would like to congratulate all companies moving forward to round 2.5 and round 3 of the competition. The top 15 ranked companies have advanced to Round 3 Another 26 companies have advanced to Round 2.5. For the first time, Round 2 companies not advancing will…
Webnames.ca StaffAs a member of the board of BC’s Small Business Roundtable, I’m delighted to announce that eight communities who champion small businesses will be celebrated for the second annual B.C.’s Most Small Business Friendly Community Award. The award is organized by the Roundtable which is Co-chaired by Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Innovation Pat Bell…
Webnames.ca StaffThe BCTIA is holding their first ever Ultimate Tech Mega-Mixer “Tech Brew”. Tech Brew will be featuring past, present and future finalists and winners at this event. Some past winners and finalists that will be in attendance are: Clevest Solutions – Emerging Company of the Year Finalist (2011) ClinicBook Kashoo PMC – Company of the…
Webnames.ca StaffWebnames is a proud supporter of Big Sisters of BC Lower Mainland. On April 26th, 2012 the Big Sisters of BC Lower Mainland will be hosting the Grape Juice event as well as with founding sponsors McNeill Nakamoto Recruitment Group and MAC Marketing Solutions. The Grape Juice event is a wine auction that will take…
Amy ElderkinThe support staff here at Webnames.ca has witnessed first hand the rise of WordPress’ popularity over the last few years. More and more, customers are asking if our hosting plans support WordPress, wanting to know how to install it, or even just wanting to know whether we think WordPress is the right solution for their…
