8 years ago
New Brunswick Budget Report 2019

Last updated: 2019-03-19 14:16:58 “A Budget that works for all New Brunswickers”  On March 19, 2019, New Brunswick Finance Minister Cathy Rogers delivered the province’s 2019 budget. The budget focused on three key priorities: Investments in seniors; Youth employment; and Economic competitiveness. The 2018-2019 budget projects government revenues to increase by 1.77%, while expenses are expected … Read more

8 years ago
Federal Budget Report 2019

Last updated: 2019-03-19 13:53:00 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 cost … Read more

8 years ago
5 Ways a Health Spending Account Can Help Your Business Save Money

Last updated: 2019-03-13 06:56:47 Each year, business owners spend significant money on health care expenses for both their employees and themselves. Setting up a Health Spending Account (HSA) is an affordable way for Canadian small business owners to minimize their medical expense costs. Why an HSA? A Health Spending Account is a tax-efficient way to pay … Read more

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Last updated: 2019-03-08 14:01:56 On March 7, 2019, the Honourable Scott Fielding presented his first budget as Minister of Finance. The budget contains several tax measures affecting individuals and corporations. The 2018-2019 deficit is estimated to be $470 million. The budgeted deficit is estimated to be $360 million for 2019-2020, with revenues projected to increase by … Read more

8 years ago
How the US Tariff War is Affecting Canada’s Agriculture Industry

Last updated: 2019-03-06 06:22:08 U.S. tariffs on imports have caused negative shifts in the global agricultural supply. As a result, Canadian farmers have become innocent bystanders, hit by China’s retaliatory trade strikes against the United States. Canadian Farmers Worse Off than US Farmers This comes just a year after the Federal Government announced changes to their … Read more

8 years ago
Thinking About Getting A Loan? 5 Things To Consider Before Going To The Bank (Calculator)

Last updated: 2019-02-27 06:36:55 Many businesses find it difficult to reach the next level without taking out a small business loan. Before borrowing money, there are some calculations you can do to determine if a small business loan is right for you. 1. Is it time to expand your business? Growth can come from expansion – … Read more

8 years ago
Amortizing Loan Calculator

Last updated: 2019-02-27 00:48:46 Many businesses find it difficult to reach the next level after a growth plateau without taking out a small business loan. Before committing to borrowing money, there are some calculations you can do to determine if a small business loan is right for you. Thinking About Getting A Loan? Read our blog … Read more

8 years ago
What Do You Need to Know About ROEs As An Employer?

Last updated: 2019-02-20 06:45:35 Each year, more than 1 million Canadian employers fill out more than 9 million ROE forms for their employees, according to the Government of Canada. A record of employment (ROE) is the single most important document in the Employment Insurance (EI) program. As an employer, find out what your responsibilities are to … Read more

8 years ago
How Businesses Can Manage Cash Flow

Last updated: 2019-02-06 00:02:48 When you run a small business, one of the most important things you’ll find yourself doing on a periodic basis is tracking the amount of cash going in and out of your business – or in accounting jargon, cash flow. However, as an entrepreneur you’re to juggling many responsibilities all at once … Read more