This work adds to our understanding of financing decisions among owners of small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), with particular reference to SMEs that conduct research and development (R&D). The work examines, conceptually and empirically, the forms of financing that are preferred by...

Governmentslsaquo;Perceptions of the importance of self--employment is underscored by the growing number of publicly--supported self--employment training schemes. This study contrasts findings from two Canadian case studies on self--employment programming. The scope of issues inherent in...

The objective of this study is to gain a better understanding of the perceived barriers to career advancement specific to women in the advanced technology sectors. Strategies employed in response to perceived barriers are also examined. Empirical results are based on analysis of qualitative data...

This study compares the performance of new businesses owned by recent immigrants with that of other new firms. It addresses an on-going unresolved discussion in the academic and professional literatures by drawing on a large sample of Canadian business owners whose firms began trading between...

Purpose Government attention to women’s entrepreneurship has increased in the past two decades; however, there are few cross-cultural studies to inform policy development. This paper aims to draw on gender and institutional theory to report on the status of female-focused small and...