3 years ago
Mistakes at tax time business owner stressed at desk fbc

Many business owners don’t know what deductions they can claim, or how important it is to keep their personal and business finances separate. They don’t have time to keep track of all the rules and CRA regulations, so sometimes they end up making mistakes that cost them precious time, and money, once tax season rolls … Read more

4 years ago
what you need to know about small business tax filing

If you’re self-employed or a small business owner, getting ready for tax filing can be daunting. You already have a lot on your plate from running your business. And you need to keep on top of deadlines and tax changes, and hunt down your receipts, slips and other documents. We know it can be overwhelming. … Read more

4 years ago

Click here to read our updated blog for 2023 We’re nearing the end of 2021 and it’s a good time to think about building up your tax-free savings account (TFSA).  If you haven’t already opened an account, you may want to consider starting one. We’ve covered the TFSA rules and how you can take advantage … Read more

4 years ago
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Bill C-208 passed royal assent at the end of June. Since then, there has been some confusion on its application and what the legislation will and will not permit. Canada’s Finance Minister has now confirmed that the bill is federal law, but there are intentions to amend it in November of this year to support … Read more

4 years ago
female poultry farmer

Whether you want to shelter farm income from high personal tax rates due to increased off-farm income, or your profits surplus is beginning to go beyond your personal expenses – you may be asking yourself if your business structure needs a revamp. Back in 2016, an average of 51.71 per cent of farms reported being … Read more

4 years ago
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Last week, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Chrystia Freeland, delivered the federal budget for 2021. Below are select highlights that may have a positive impact your business or farm: 1. Covid-19 subsidy extensions and program winddowns The good news is that proposed budget will extend the current wage subsidy, rent subsidy, and Lockdown … Read more

4 years ago
new year's fireworks

The New Year is the perfect time to reflect on your business and make plans for 2020. Whether you’re interested in improving the financial health of your company or simply getting organized for the upcoming tax season, we’ve listed some ideas on New Year’s resolutions you can make if you’re self-employed or own a small … Read more

4 years ago
year end tax planning farmers woman with tablet in field

When you’re busy with the harvest, or preparing for the upcoming season, taxes are probably the last thing on your mind. Why worry about taxes now? Proper tax planning is a year-round process. By planning now, you can take advantage of strategies to lower your tax bill in advance of the filing deadline – while … Read more

4 years ago
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Life on the road is different. Running a business from your cab is an experience that few people who sit behind desks or work from home even begin to comprehend. Layer in the fact that you’ve incorporated your business and are trying to manage all the additional paperwork, while juggling a dozen other tasks to … Read more

4 years ago
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Last updated August 10, 2020. We will update blog posts when more information is released. As we finished writing the introduction to this blog post, several provinces were starting to recover and re-open their economies. It’s heartwarming to see businesses across the country hiring back their employees through government programs, reopening doors while following public … Read more