Canadian VAs – How they can help you build your business

Canada is no longer just America’s next-door neighbour when it comes to the world of online business– especially for virtual assistants. Whether you’re a brand looking for someone to manage your marketing, administrative tasks or accounting. Or you’re an individual who just needs someone to help them manage their own personal online presence, whether it be blogging, social media or other– a virtual assistant is your answer! We have highlighted some of the benefits of hiring Canadian VAs, now that technology has no borders (thank you zoom). 

Business

Since Canadians are so closely assimilated with American culture, we are typically educated on American business practices, systems and ethics. This translates well in the workplace because not only do you have a versatile team member who understands your business, but you also have a valuable asset who can assist in international business practices with Canadian businesses. 

Another bonus to Canada’s multiculturalism– many people who move to Canada come here for University or College. Typically, they will have some level of understanding of another culture, language or business from somewhere else in the world. This can also level up your brand even more so than you could even imagine!

Personality

Yes, Canadians are nice, but our personalities are more dynamic than just ‘nice’ when it comes to professionalism. When you come to Canada, the culture revolves around developing relationships with your friends, your neighbours, the person you met once at the coffee shop– going the extra mile (or kilometre) to make someone feel appreciated stands out. 

Plus, our Canadian humour is second to none– or at least, so we’re told. If you’re looking for someone more ‘laid back’ or matched with your personality and you find yourself getting overwhelmed with the thought of even researching a VA that could meet your standards, try reaching out to different VA agencies. VA agencies offer multiple different VAs, as well as a larger array of services (typically). Generally speaking, you can find at least one VA that will match your personal communication style and service needs. 

Multicultural

Canada is a multicultural nation, built on settlers and people immigrating to Canada from different countries. That being said, in a society where cultural diversity is so sparse– one less company can be one step closer to change. 

If you are seeking a way to implement multiculturalism or more diversity into your business– try reaching out to Canadians! You will almost certainly find someone whose heritage is from somewhere else other than Canada itself.

Affordable

One of the biggest challenges for companies when the COVID pandemic hit was managing their budgets. Canadian virtual assistants fare more affordable than their American counterparts when it comes to being budget-friendly in terms of payroll when they are employed by American companies. 

If you are an American business, by employing a Canadian VA, you are achieving a ‘savings’ of 20-30% due to the exchange rate from American funds to Canadian funds. If you are a Canadian business, the win or loss does not affect you, as you will be paying your VA in CAD currency regardless. 

For more information about VAs, or what services we offer, please visit our website at www.canadasvirtualassistant.com.