Saskatoon pub owner says cash is critical in keeping small businesses afloat [Video]

A Saskatoon business is encouraging customers to pay with cash instead of a credit card to help fight inflation.

Daniel Ford Beavis, co-owner of O’Shea’s Irish Pub, said more people are using debit and credit cards, meaning the business has to cover the service charge each time.

“We can pay between $25 to $200, $300 a day in bank fees, depending on how many people are using their credit cards,” he said.

He said by using cash the money goes directly to the business, which helps with the rising costs of operating a restaurant.

“Every little bit counts to help keep your small local businesses a float,” he said.

Keith Moen, executive director of the North Saskatoon Business Association (NSBA), said in these challenging times, some businesses are passing the service fees onto the customer.

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