Articles: Farm Taxes

Last updated: Nov. 6, 2019 We love hearing from farmers and small business owners on what they like about being a FBC Member. Here are some of our favourite recent FBC reviews. FBC On-Site Tax Appointment Our Members tell us they appreciate the convenience of an on-site tax appointment at their home or business. Always available … Read more

Last updated: Oct. 30, 2019 Do you have a disability or a child with a disability? Are you worried about saving for retirement? Then you should open a Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP) to help you start building long-term savings. The RDSP shares some similarities with the Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP), which was set up … Read more

Last updated: Oct. 28, 2019 On Oct. 24, 2019, Alberta Finance Minister Travis Toews presented the province’s fiscal 2019–20 budget. The minister anticipates a deficit of $8.7 billion for 2019-20 and further deficits of $5.9 billion in 2020-21 and $2.6 billion in 2021-22. A surplus of $0.6 billion is projected in 2022-23. There are no new … Read more

Last updated: Oct. 25, 2019 Justin Trudeau’s Liberal Party is back in power, but as a minority government this time after the general election on Oct. 21, 2019. The Liberals proposed several changes in their election platform that could have tax implications for small business owners and farmers. Until the federal budget gets released in Spring … Read more

Last updated: Oct. 22, 2019 To say Alistair and Erin Hagan are busy is an understatement. The FBC Members and couple of almost 20 years run a family owned cattle farm in Virden, Manitoba. On top of their day-to-day operations on the farm, they also own and run Hagan Performance and Ranch Horse Sale. Both Alistair … Read more

Last updated: Sep. 26, 2019 If you want to read more about why our Members love our year-round, personalized, all-in-one solution for their farm or small business, here are some of our favourite recent reviews. FBC On-Site Tax Appointment We’ll come to your home or place of business to understand the details of your operation and … Read more

Last updated: Jul. 26, 2019 In July, we listened and learned how blogging is far from dead, why it’s critical to devote time to recovery as a small business owner, the importance of women investing in early-stage companies, what the Beyond Meat burger could mean for Canadian pulse growers, and how to navigate an ownership transition. … Read more

Last updated: May. 29, 2019 The more tax credits you can take advantage of, the lower your taxable income will be. There are some refundable tax credits you can use even if you don’t owe any taxes. Keep reading to discover an important tax tip if you’re self-employed and have children. What Is the Canada Child … Read more

Last updated: Mar. 19, 2019 On March 19, 2019, the Honourable Bill Morneau presented his fourth budget as Minister of Finance. The 2019 Federal Budget, entitled “Investing in the Middle Class”, focuses on: Making Home ownership more affordable for first-time buyers. Help workers gain new skills. Preparing young Canadians for good jobs. Helping Canadians with the … Read more