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Canadian Dairy Farm Investment Program

Last updated: Dec. 19, 2018 
We wanted to make sure that all dairy producers are aware of this program and the upcoming deadlines to participate. Be sure to share this with any dairy producers that you know. Phase Two Recently Announced The Dairy Farm Investment Program is a five-year $250-million program to help Canadian cow milk … Read more

How Small Business Owners Can Pay Less Tax

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Last updated: Nov. 15, 2018 
Money Saving Tax Tips for Small Business Owners The idea of paying taxes every year, especially more than you need to, can be depressing. While you can’t sidestep income tax, you can take advantage of a number of small business tax strategies to help reduce the amount of income tax you … Read more

Top Tax Tips for Canadian Truck Drivers

Tax-Tips for Long-Haul Canadian Truckers

Last updated: Oct. 3, 2018 
If you are an owner operator truck driver in Canada, there are a large number of tax deductions that you can take advantage of (and should). Maximizing your tax deductions minimizes your tax burden, which results in you keeping more of your hard-earned money. Below are some tax tips long-haul Canadian … Read more

Meals, Lodging, and Showers – Tax Basics for Long-Haul Trucking

Eligible Meal and Lodging Expenses for Long-Haul Truck Drivers in Canada

Last updated: Sep. 19, 2018 
Long-haul truck driving in Canada can be grueling, with drivers working 13 hours per day, and even longer if they work north of the 60th parallel. While the average salary ranges from $55,000 to $65,000 per year, long-haul drivers are often paid bonuses, enabling them to earn significantly more. Unfortunately, this … Read more

Choosing an Accounting Professional for Your Small Business

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Last updated: Aug. 30, 2018 
How to Find the Perfect Accounting Professional If you’re looking to hire an accounting professional for your small business, you need to find someone whose skills go beyond simple bean counting and maximizing your tax refund this year. Bean counting (controlling expenses and budgeting) and receiving a large tax refund are … Read more

Creating a Succession Plan for Your Small Business

How to Create a Succession Plan for Your Small Business

Last updated: Aug. 8, 2018 
Succession planning is all about finding the right strategy for selling your business or passing it onto someone else—whether it’s a family member, friend, entrepreneur, or employee. A good succession plan: Ensures the transfer of your business goes off without a hitch Protects the businesses reputation Builds value; provides financial security … Read more

What You Need to Know about Financial & Estate Planning

What You Need to Know about Financial and Estate Planning

Last updated: Jul. 25, 2018 
Estate planning is all about preparing for the inevitable. Your estate is made up of everything you own, which includes your car, home, bank accounts, investments, life insurance and personal possessions (you might have someone in mind to inherit art or furniture). And unfortunately, it doesn’t matter if you have a … Read more

Performance Indicators for Measuring Small Business Success

4 Key Performance Indicators to Measure the Health of Your Small Business

Last updated: Jun. 27, 2018 
Small business owners know that to be successful, they need to closely manage their growing business. Unfortunately, as small businesses become more successful, many owners find they are saddled with additional tasks and can feel more removed from its operations. Key performance indicators are a great way for small business owners … Read more

Tax Saving Tips for Canadian Small Business Owners

Top Tax Saving Tips for Small Business Owners in Canada

Last updated: Jun. 13, 2018 
If you’re a small business owner in Canada, there are a large number of tax deductions you can claim against your small business spending. This helps minimize your tax burden and maximize your business income. Take Advantages of Tax Deductions This is the most obvious option. Tax deductions help reduce your … Read more