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Understanding the Impact: Changes to the Alternative Minimum Tax System for Canadians

Frank Bilotta, Tax Partner
Tax
14 Nov 2023

As of January 1, 2024, significant changes are set to be introduced to Canada’s Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT) system. These...

Saving for a home? A First Home Savings Account (FHSA) might be right for you!

SBLR Team
Advisory
17 Oct 2023

The FHSA is a new tax-free registered plan available to any prospective first-time home buyer. With a FHSA, first-time home...

Why Written Shareholders’ Agreements are a Must-Have

SBLR Team
Advisory
17 Oct 2023

Great news: you’ve just taken the plunge and officially established a business with several shareholders. Congrats! While incorporating your business...

The Advantages of Hiring a Professional Accounting Firm for Your Business

Ming Liu, Partner
Advisory
10 Aug 2023

Running a successful business demands a collaborative effort involving time, talent, resources, and emotional dedication. Behind the scenes, a significant...

Investing in a Corporation vs. Personally

Frank Bilotta, Tax Partner
Tax
04 Aug 2023

If you have excess cash within your corporation that you do not need for the daily operations of the business,...

New OBCA beneficial ownership information requirements

Stephanie Jindal, Tax Partner
Tax
06 Apr 2023

As of January 1, 2023, privately-held corporations incorporated in Ontario are required to establish and maintain a register with details...

Federal Budget 2023 Summary

Stephanie Jindal, Tax Partner
Tax
29 Mar 2023

On March 28, 2023, the federal government presented its 2023 Budget. The Budget proposes the following new measures intended to...

Ontario Budget 2023 Summary

Frank Bilotta, Tax Partner
Tax
24 Mar 2023

On March 23, 2023, the Ontario government tabled the 2023 provincial budget. Ontario Made Manufacturing Investment Tax Credit The government...

Ontario Staycation Tax Credit

Stephanie Jindal, Tax Partner
Tax
21 Mar 2023

Ontario residents can claim up to 20% of eligible accommodation expenses within Ontario between January 1, 2022 and December 31,...

Underused Housing Tax

Stephanie Jindal, Tax Partner
Tax
08 Feb 2023

The Underused Housing Tax is an annual 1% tax on the ownership of vacant or underused housing in Canada. It...

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