10/14/2026
A stronger Canadian economy starts with stronger small businesses.
Yesterday, EVCOR President Max Beairsto took the stage at the 2026 CanadianSME Small Business Summit in Toronto to share an important message about business ownership, resilience and long-term value.
Build a business worth buying, even if you never plan to sell.
Small businesses are the backbone of Canadian communities. They create jobs, drive innovation and contribute to the economic stability of our country. Yet building a resilient business requires more than navigating today's challenges.
It means preparing for tomorrow.
During his presentation, Max explored why business owners should think about transferable value long before they consider an exit. Strong financial systems, dependable operations, capable teams and reduced owner dependency do more than make a business attractive to potential buyers. They make it stronger, more sustainable and better positioned to adapt to change.
And that matters for Canada's future.
When a business is built to thrive beyond its founder, it creates opportunities for the next generation of entrepreneurs while helping preserve the jobs, relationships and economic contributions that owners have worked so hard to establish.
As we celebrate Small Business Month, it is worth remembering that the strength of Canada's economy depends not only on the businesses we start, but also on the businesses we build to last.
Thank you to CanadianSME Small Business Magazine and the organizers for bringing together leaders who are committed to strengthening Canadian entrepreneurship. We were proud to be part of the conversation.
Is your business built for long-term success, with or without you?
At EVCOR, we help owners understand, enhance and protect the value of what they have built.
Start a confidential conversation at https://tinyurl.com/3msu93pj