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Should I use an RRSP or TFSA as a business owner?

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Last updated: Jan. 26, 2024 
If you’re self-employed or a small business owner, saving for retirement comes with a unique set of challenges, which may include:  You lack access to an employer-funded savings plan. You’re putting as much of your own money into the business as possible.  You’re extremely focused on the growth of your … Read more

Does your incorporated business have a minute book?

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Last updated: Jan. 10, 2024  Every Canadian incorporated business is required to create and maintain an official record of its activities and transactions, which is known as a minute book. The Canada Business Corporations Act has established a set of requirements for what must be included in these corporate minute books. As a business owner, … Read more

How to manage your taxes if you are self-employed [7 tips]

How to manage your taxes if you're self-employed

Last updated: Dec. 22, 2023  If you’re self-employed, you already know how stressful tax preparation and planning can be – keeping track of receipts, staying up-to-date on the Canada Revenue Agency’s policies, and ensuring you’re capturing all of your deductions and expenses. Luckily, we have 7 tried-and-true tax tips that will help you stay on track … Read more

Choosing the right business structure

Last updated: Dec. 22, 2023  Congratulations! You’ve decided to start your own business. There’s probably a million different things running through your head right now. And before you order business cards and a World’s Best Boss mug for your desk, you’ll have to give some thought to business structure. Sole proprietorships, partnerships and corporations are … Read more

Canadian small business tax planning strategies

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Last updated: Dec. 22, 2023 
Small business owners are entrepreneurs. Known for having great ideas, they’re passionate about their products or services and want to change the world. This laser-sharp focus often won’t leave them with enough time or energy to handle their taxes. It’s never too early to start thinking about tax planning strategies … Read more

7 simple ways to organize your receipts

Last updated: Dec. 22, 2023 
Does the thought of organizing your receipts fill you with dread? It can seem overwhelming to keep track of your receipts and record keeping on top of the demands of running your own business. It may not be at the top of your list, but if you’re self-employed or a … Read more

2022 Canadian Corporate Tax Rates and Deadlines

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Last updated: Oct. 7, 2023  Everything you need to know about 2022 Canadian corporate tax rates and deadlines As we wind down another challenging year of dealing with pandemic fall out and now, historic inflation, the last thing you want to think about is taxes. However, with profit margins tighter than ever, this is exactly … Read more

You received your CRA Notice of Assessment. Now what?

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Last updated: Jun. 8, 2023  After you prepare your tax return and file it, you’ll be issued a Notice of Assessment (NOA) from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). We provide some tips below on what to look for when you receive your NOA, common discrepancies between your NOA and tax return and how to handle … Read more

Employee or self-employed contractor?

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Last updated: Jun. 6, 2023  Employee or Self-Employed Contractor? There are important differences between a self-employed contractor and an employee.  Employment classification determines entitlement to employment insurance (EI) benefits, Canada Pension Plan (CPP), and Income Tax Act legislation. Here’s what you need to know about employee and self-employed contractor taxes. Self-Employed Taxes: Employer and Employee … Read more