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FBC Member Spotlight: Home Style Electric

Home Style Electric

Last updated: Aug. 4, 2022 
In 2008, Jamie Myatt was working in the oil patch as an electrician when the economy took a downturn. When he came back home to Dartmouth, he found a job as a journeyman for a local company. But it wasn’t long before he felt unfulfilled in his role and decided to … Read more

Automobile deduction limits announced for 2022

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Last updated: Feb. 28, 2022 
The Department of Finance Canada recently announced that automobile leasing and mileage reimbursement and Capital Cost Allowance (CCA) limits have increased, as of January 1 2022.  These changes reflect recent increases in the Consumer Price Index (CPI). The changes announced are summarized as follows. Capital Cost Allowance for Passenger Vehicles The before-tax … Read more

FBC Member Spotlight: Duke Sewer Service Inc.

Matt Clayton Duke Sewer Service

Last updated: Feb. 26, 2022 
By the time Matthew Clayton was 25 years old, he was self-employed as a rental property owner and owned up to 20 houses in Regina, Sask. He already possessed the entrepreneurial spirit and work ethic that would help him start and run the successful company he still owns today – Duke … Read more

What you need to know about small business tax filing

what you need to know about small business tax filing

Last updated: Jan. 23, 2022 
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 … Read more

What is the TFSA limit for 2022?

Last updated: Jan. 5, 2022 
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 … Read more

What you need to know about Bill C-208

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Last updated: Jan. 5, 2022 
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 … Read more

Budget 2021: 7 Highlights for Farmers and Business Owners

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Last updated: Jan. 5, 2022 
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, … Read more

5 cash-flow mistakes small business owners make

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Last updated: Nov. 19, 2021 
When small business owners find themselves facing unexpected shortfalls or can’t pay bills during slow months, it’s a sign that they’re not monitoring their cash flow. For a business, running out of cash is like getting stuck in quicksand: you sink deeper and deeper into the red as you borrow from … Read more

TFSA limit for 2021 announced

TFSA Limit Money Investing

Last updated: Nov. 18, 2021 
UPDATE:  The TFSA limit for 2022 has been announced – please go to our new blog post: “What’s the TFSA limit for 2022?” Now that you’ve entered a new year and finally put 2020 behind you (what a relief!), it’s a good time to plan for your tax-free savings account (TFSA) contribution.    The … Read more