Like the thousands of Canadians who moved their small businesses online over the past year, Tia Small was new to the world of e-commerce when she launched her online group-buying website, Valley Online.

From the tangible to the intangible, there are endless possibilities when it comes to what you can sell on your website.

With ever-evolving shopping behaviours, now more than ever, Canadian consumers are looking for a hassle-free checkout experience, as well as alternative payment methods that fit their lifestyle.

Ecommerce sales will grow 20% during 2021 to $5.2 trillion with 19% growth in 2022 to $6.2 trillion.

Forecasts based on previous observations assume that the past holds the key to the future, and that nothing else is required.

For Canadians who are blind or have substantial vision loss, a simple digital payment can pose problems such as verifying a bill total, adding a tip and choosing the right bank account.

From improved efficiencies and reduced risk to easier access to cash flow, both buyers and suppliers are beginning to understand the benefits of solutions such as ePayables and commercial payment cards.