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The Decorators & Designers Association of Canada is a Canadian professional association that elevates the decorating and design industry through education, events, training, advocacy and community building.

How to Build a Strong Design Business

Building a business is challenging at the best of times. Get ideas and tips for how to grow your business from this panel of award-winning Canadian designers and long-time members of DDA Canada....

Legal, Insurance and Your Practice

This panel discussion moderated by Celia Rutte covers situations that could put decorating and design companies in jeopardy. Tune in to better understand your exposure and how you can better advise...

4 Ways to Use Video on Instagram

If you’re on Instagram then you know it works well for design businesses. But are you using video on Instagram? If you answered no, then you’re definitely not making the most of this platform. For...

How Many Hats Are You Juggling?

Several would be an understatement.  I am a new business owner, of JP Designs, and a recent graduate of the Bachelor of Interior Design program at Yorkville University.  To say that owning...

2025 Interior Design Trade Shows in Canada

It’s that time of year again! Mark your calendars, below is a list of interior design shows happening in 2025 that you don’t want to miss! Interior Design Shows: To start with, interior design trade...

10 Inexpensive Wall Décor Ideas for Every Home

Wall décor is a powerful element in interior design, adding personality and style to any space. It provides an opportunity to showcase individual tastes and creativity, making a statement about who...

What is the Best Way to Market My Small Business?

When you're running a small business, you have to wear a lot of hats. You're the accountant, the salesperson, and the decorator/designer. And you're also the marketer. So how do you know what kind...

5 Ways to Make Your Powder Room Stand Out

You know what they say: "The powder room is the first thing people see when they come over." So, if you really want to make an impression on your guests, it's important that you make your powder...