Canadian Federation of Independent Business / Fédération canadienne de l'entreprise indépendante

The Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) is a non-profit organization established in 1971, dedicated to representing the interests of Canadian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, the CFIB's core mission is to foster a free competitive enterprise system, strengthen Canada's entrepreneurial culture, and ensure independent businesses have a significant voice in shaping laws and policies at all levels of government.

The CFIB provides a range of services to its members, including advocacy on tax policy, regulations, and labor issues. It offers expert advice and support on daily business challenges, human resources, and regulatory compliance, often through on-call advisors and comprehensive templates. Additionally, the organization leverages its collective membership power to negotiate exclusive savings programs on essential business services and conducts extensive research, such as its monthly "Business Barometer," to inform policy and highlight issues affecting the SME sector.

Led by President and CEO Dan Kelly since 2012, the CFIB is Canada's largest non-profit organization supporting independent businesses, boasting over 103,000 members as of 2026. Recently, the CFIB has drawn attention to an "entrepreneurial drought" in Canada, noting that business closures have outpaced new business starts for six consecutive quarters since early 2024. In response, the organization is actively advocating for significant tax, regulatory, and labor reforms, including calls for a reduction in the federal small business corporate tax rate and improved support for succession planning to revitalize the small business landscape.