Canadian Tax Myths
March 21, 2019
There are many tax myths out there, and most are designed to defraud you, or are based in misinformation. Today we will take a look at some of those myths, and why you should avoid …
What You Need to Know for the 2019 Tax Season
February 28, 2019
Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is so excited about tax time that they released an announcement opening the season! To be fair, the majority of the release, after proudly proclaiming, “the 2019 tax filing season is …
RRSP or TFSA – Which is the Right One for You?
February 15, 2019
Wondering if you should have a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), Tax Free Savings Account (TFSA) or both is like wondering if oranges or bananas are better for you. You should eat fruit, but eat …
The (Avoidable) Reasons Why Entrepreneurs File Their Taxes Late
February 5, 2019
With every new year comes that sinking feeling that tax time is just around the corner.When you own a small business, filing taxes is not just a matter of picking up software and plugging in …
Have a Protocol for Releasing Employees
January 14, 2019
Growing the team is one of the best aspects of a small business. You’ve worked hard, business is good, and you get to hire people that respect, understand, and want to further your vision. But …
New Year’s Resolutions for Small Business Owners
January 2, 2019
It’s that time again when everyone is making New Year’s resolutions, but these goals don’t have to be strictly personal. As the owner of a small business, why not make some resolutions for your company …
How to Survive the Holidays (When You Own a Small Business)
December 12, 2018
Happy holidays! It’s that magical time of year when you get to take time off work and spend it with friends and family. Well, actually that is not the reality for everyone. Business owners find …
The Top Christmas Gifts from the Last Five Years
November 29, 2018
Do you remember 1983? If you do, there is one toy that was all the rage that year. It was in the news, it was on the top of thousands of Christmas gift wish lists, …
General Holidays 101
November 15, 2018
A general holiday is better known as a statutory holiday. These are nine days during the calendar year that employees are entitled to have off with pay. This entitlement is part of the Canada Labour …
Staying Compliant with CRA During a Mail Strike
October 29, 2018
In October of 2018, Canada Post workers went on strike. It was not their first (nor likely to be their last) strike. What Happens to CRA Payments During a Mail Strike? During a mail strike, …