{"id":600701,"date":"2026-06-24T00:06:35","date_gmt":"2026-06-24T00:06:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.olympiajournal.com\/news\/story\/600701\/harpinder-brar-launches-personal-pledge-for-stronger-local-business-support.html"},"modified":"2026-06-24T00:06:35","modified_gmt":"2026-06-24T00:06:35","slug":"harpinder-brar-launches-personal-pledge-for-stronger-local-business-support","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.olympiajournal.com\/news\/story\/600701\/harpinder-brar-launches-personal-pledge-for-stronger-local-business-support.html","title":{"rendered":"Harpinder Brar Launches Personal Pledge for Stronger Local Business Support"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"font-style:italic;padding:8px 0px\">Harpinder Brar of Saskatchewan and Manitoba introduces a practical, community-focused pledge to promote consistency, respect, and support for local businesses. <\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Harpinder Brar, a business owner operating a gas station, grocery store, and additional ventures across Saskatchewan and Manitoba, has announced a new personal pledge aimed at raising awareness around the importance of supporting local businesses and strengthening everyday community habits.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">The pledge is rooted in her lived experience running essential retail operations and the values that guide her work: consistency, responsibility, and respect.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">&ldquo;People see the front counter,&rdquo; Brar says. &ldquo;They don&rsquo;t always see everything behind it.&rdquo;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Across Canada, small businesses account for 98% of all employer businesses and employ over 10 million people. Yet, many face increasing pressure from rising costs and changing consumer habits. According to recent data, over 60% of small business owners report higher operating expenses, while nearly half say customer traffic has become less predictable.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Brar believes awareness at the individual level can make a meaningful difference.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">&ldquo;You have to be present,&rdquo; she says. &ldquo;If you ignore things, they fall apart.&rdquo;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Why This Issue Matters Now<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"caps\">Small businesses represent nearly half of Canada&rsquo;s private sector GDP<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Over 50% of small business owners work more than 50 hours per week<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Rising supply and energy costs continue to impact retail operations nationwide<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Local spending circulates more within communities compared to large chains<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">&ldquo;You cannot expect quick results,&rdquo; Brar says. &ldquo;You just keep showing up.&rdquo;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Harpinder Brar&rsquo;s 7 Personal Commitments<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">As part of her pledge, Brar is committing to the following behaviours:<\/p>\n<ol style=\"text-align: justify\">\n<li>\n<p>Show up daily with consistency &mdash; Stay actively involved in operations<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Maintain clear standards &mdash; Keep businesses clean, organised, and reliable<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Lead with respect &mdash; Treat staff and customers fairly at all times<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Make timely decisions &mdash; Address problems early and directly<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Stay accountable &mdash; Take responsibility for outcomes, good or bad<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Support local networks &mdash; Work with nearby suppliers and services where possible<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Model discipline &mdash; Lead by example through steady work habits<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">&ldquo;I believe in doing things properly,&rdquo; she says. &ldquo;Even when no one is watching.&rdquo;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Do-It-Yourself Toolkit: 10 Simple Actions Anyone Can Take<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Brar is encouraging individuals to take action in their own communities without spending extra money:<\/p>\n<ol style=\"text-align: justify\">\n<li>\n<p>Choose a local shop over a chain once per week<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Be patient and respectful with frontline workers<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Leave a positive review for a small business<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Recommend a local business to a friend or family member<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Avoid unnecessary complaints over minor issues<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Support consistent businesses that show reliability<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Learn the name of a local business owner or staff member<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Share a local business on social media<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Visit during off-peak hours to help steady traffic<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Acknowledge good service when you receive it<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">&ldquo;You don&rsquo;t have to do something big,&rdquo; Brar says. &ldquo;Just understand that every small choice adds up.&rdquo;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">30-Day Local Support Tracker<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Use this simple tracker to stay consistent:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify\">\n<li>\n<p>Week 1: Support 2 local businesses + leave 1 review<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Week 2: Recommend 2 businesses + share 1 online<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Week 3: Visit during off-peak + learn a staff member&rsquo;s name<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Week 4: Repeat 3 actions and reflect on changes<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Goal: Build awareness and consistent habits over 30 days<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Call to Action<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Harpinder Brar invites individuals to take the pledge by committing to small, consistent actions that support local businesses.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Share this pledge. Use the toolkit. Track your progress for 30 days.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">&ldquo;It&rsquo;s about responsibility,&rdquo; she says. &ldquo;If you take that seriously, the rest follows.&rdquo;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">To read the full interview, visit the website <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/bmmagazine.co.uk\/business\/harpinder-brar-on-building-business-through-consistency\/\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><strong>About Harpinder Brar<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Harpinder Brar is a business owner based in Saskatchewan and Manitoba. She operates a gas station, grocery store, and additional ventures across both provinces. Originally from Moga, Punjab, she built her career through steady discipline and hands-on leadership. She is a mother of three and is known for her practical approach to business, focusing on consistency, accountability, and community presence.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Contact:<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Info@harpinderbrar.com<\/p>\n<p><span style='font-size:18px !important'>Media Contact<\/span><br \/><strong>Company Name:<\/strong> Harpinder Brar<br \/><strong>Contact Person:<\/strong> Harpinder Brar<br \/><strong>Email:<\/strong> <a rel=\"nofollow\" href='http:\/\/www.universalpressrelease.com\/?pr=harpinder-brar-launches-personal-pledge-for-stronger-local-business-support'>Send Email<\/a><br \/><strong>Country:<\/strong> Canada<br \/><strong>Website:<\/strong> <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"http:\/\/harpinderbrar.com\" target=\"_blank\">harpinderbrar.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.getnews.info\/press_stat.php?pr=harpinder-brar-launches-personal-pledge-for-stronger-local-business-support\" alt=\"\" width=\"1px\" height=\"1px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Harpinder Brar of Saskatchewan and Manitoba introduces a practical, community-focused pledge to promote consistency, respect, and support for local businesses. 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