Last updated: Mar. 28, 2021
Thousands of Canadians are working from home to help delay the spread of COVID-19. If you’re a business owner, this could be a big adjustment for you and your employees. It might be the first time your team is working from home. You’re likely asking yourself: What are the best ways … Read more
Last updated: Mar. 25, 2021
As we enter week 9 of the COVID-19 crisis, several provinces have taken small steps that mark the beginning of recovery and re-opening the economy. That’s a glimpse of good news for the small businesses and agricultural producers that have been hit so devastatingly hard by this outbreak. While a return … Read more
Last updated: Mar. 25, 2021
As the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation continues to evolve, so does our response. Since this unprecedented event began, we’ve had many conversations with FBC Members and staff. We know how deeply some of you are affected. Many of you are having to temporarily close your business, lay off staff, or take other … Read more
Last updated: Mar. 25, 2021
With growing global concerns around COVID-19 (“coronavirus”), I wanted to let you know how FBC is responding and to reaffirm our commitment to you and the entire FBC family. The health, safety and well-being of all FBC Members and employees is our top priority. We are following the lead of Canadian … Read more
Last updated: Mar. 25, 2021
The COVID-19 outbreak has required many changes to our daily lives. At FBC, our first priority is the health and safety of our employees and the Members we serve. Despite the challenge facing all of us, our teams remain committed to ensuring that all Members can file their tax returns on … Read more
Last updated: Mar. 16, 2021
Reporting online day trading income? A growing number of Canadians manage their own retirement portfolio and trade online every day. When you sell a security and make a profit, you realize a capital gain. For most Canadians, the taxable capital gain is determined by multiplying the capital gain amount (profit) … Read more
Last updated: Mar. 11, 2021 The Regional Relief and Recovery Fund (RRRF) was established to support business owners and organizations that have not been able to access other federal emergency support measures. NEW: Businesses that are already receiving support from the RRRF could now receive up to $20,000 in additional funding if they meet the … Read more
Last updated: Mar. 11, 2021 The federal government has launched a new rent relief program for small businesses impacted by COVID-19. Below is a summary of the program. What is the Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy? The Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy (CERS) program provides rent and mortgage support to qualifying businesses, charities and non-profits. The subsidy … Read more
Last updated: Mar. 1, 2021 Everyone knows that they have to pay their taxes at the end of the year. For Canadians, that means a notice of assessment, a tax return, an audit or even some combination of the three. For many of these people, these things happen during “tax season.” But a smart businessperson … Read more