The Ultimate Guide to Incorporated Small Business in Canada

Our updated 44-page guide contains expert tax advice for Canadian incorporated businesses. Or, if you're just thinking about incorporating your business, learn what to expect and how to get there!

Many incorporated business owners feel intimidated by the demands of tax season and the corporate filing requirements of the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). This is completely natural.

While there are numerous benefits to incorporation, it also comes with complex obligations. The complexity and administrative burden of these requirements leave many businesses struggling to keep up.

That's why we've created this guide - not just to help you get organized for the upcoming tax season, but to help you make sense of your obligations under a corporate structure and to take advantage of the benefits!

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Here's what's included in the updated 44-page Ultimate Guide to Incorporated Small Business in Canada

Advantages and disadvantages of sole-proprietorship, partnership and corporation business structures

Answers to the common question "When should I incorporate my business?"

The 4 main steps to incorporate your business

Federal and provincial corporate income tax rates (Canada)

Tax credits and business deductions for your corporation

Corporation tax filing and payment deadlines

What you need to get ready for your T2 corporate tax return filing

Administrative requirements for your incorporated business

Minute books and annual returns (these are not tax returns!)

Income splitting through your incorporated business

Paying yourself a salary or dividends

T2 tax preparation checklist that includes all of the key documents you need to optimize your return

...and more!

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We unite industry expertise through the Harvest Network of licensed specialists to support your business with services like helping you incorporate, bookkeeping, managing your payroll, or providing HR services.

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