Insights alert: Canadian consumer spending—Q1 2026
In our latest podcast episode, Sean McCormick breaks down current consumer spend trends, regional performance differences, and the economic pressures shaping purchasing decisions.
Yes, Base Studio Is Open!
In this episode, Al sits down with Amanda Rae, the owner of Base Studio, a thriving hair salon in Regina.
Amanda shares her journey from a stylist to a business owner, the challenges she faced, and the resilience it took to overcome them, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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You can learn more about Base Studio at basestudio.ca.
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Al Grego is the producer and host of the multi-award-winning Yes, We Are Open and Just Good Business podcasts for Moneris. His interests outside of work include podcasting, blogging, and music.
In our latest podcast episode, Sean McCormick breaks down current consumer spend trends, regional performance differences, and the economic pressures shaping purchasing decisions.
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