{"id":752281,"date":"2025-07-17T12:18:01","date_gmt":"2025-07-17T12:18:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.abnewswire.com\/pressreleases\/?p=752281"},"modified":"2025-07-17T12:18:01","modified_gmt":"2025-07-17T12:18:01","slug":"the-state-of-canadas-small-businesses-in-2025-data-released-by-searchyvr","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.abnewswire.com\/pressreleases\/the-state-of-canadas-small-businesses-in-2025-data-released-by-searchyvr_752281.html","title":{"rendered":"The State of Canada\u2019s Small Businesses in 2025: Data Released by SearchYVR"},"content":{"rendered":"
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July 17, 2025 – Vancouver, BC –<\/strong> A new report released by SearchYVR provides a comprehensive look into the current state of small businesses across Canada in 2025, offering detailed insights into their economic contributions, survival trends, regional distribution, and the mounting challenges they face.<\/p>\n

Based on the latest data, the report reveals that small businesses, those with fewer than 100 employees, make up 98% of all employer businesses in Canada and collectively employ over 10 million people. These businesses contribute nearly half of the country’s GDP and remain vital to the stability and growth of local economies.<\/p>\n

“Our research paints a clear picture: small businesses are the backbone of the Canadian economy, but they’re under growing pressure,” said Harp Chatha, founder of SearchYVR. “From uncertainty around tariffs to a reduction in spending, business owners are facing complex hurdles that demand targeted policy and financial support.”<\/p>\n

Key findings include:<\/p>\n