By Liz O'Dowd on June 10, 2013 
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The maximum amount you can claim for food, beverages, and entertainment expenses is 50% of either the amount you incur or an amount that is reasonable in the circumstances, whichever is less. These limits also apply to the cost of… {Read more}
By Liz O'Dowd on June 10, 2013 Leave a comment
Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, June 3, 2013… Gail Shea, Minister of National Revenue, and Minister for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, on behalf of the Honourable Ted Menzies, Minister of State (Finance), today met with business owners in Dartmouth, to highlight… {Read more}
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Having a small business as your main source of income can often create financial challenges. If you own a seasonal business, for example, you may be trying to generate a year’s income in a short amount of time. If you… {Read more}
By Liz O'Dowd on June 10, 2013 Leave a comment
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) reminds self-employed individuals and their spouses or common-law partners that this year, the June 15 filing deadline has been extended to midnight on Monday, June 17, 2013, as June 15 falls on a Saturday. However,… {Read more}
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Expanding your business usually involves dedication and hard work. Before moving ahead, consider whether you and your team are fully committed to making the effort and if your operation is ready to support growth before investing your time and money…. {Read more}
By Liz O'Dowd on May 29, 2013 Leave a comment
Jim Flaherty, Minister of Finance, on May 27, 2013, urged Canadians to take advantage of the Harper Government’s new First-Time Donor’s Super Credit and donate to a charitable organization. Speaking at Lutherwood, a not-for-profit health and social service organization serving… {Read more}
By Liz O'Dowd on May 29, 2013 Leave a comment
The Bank of Canada announced on May 29, 2013, that it is maintaining its target for the overnight rate at 1 per cent. The Bank Rate is correspondingly 1 1/4 per cent and the deposit rate is 3/4 per cent…. {Read more}
By Liz O'Dowd on May 29, 2013 Leave a comment
On May 28, 2013, Ed Fast, Minister of International Trade and Minister for the Asia-Pacific Gateway, today welcomed the news that the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has reaffirmed Canada as one of the top places to live… {Read more}
By Liz O'Dowd on April 16, 2013 Leave a comment
The question of whether a person is in a business relationship (self-employed independent contractor) or in an employee-employer relationship is not one that is always easy to answer. There have been many court cases on this subject. The courts generally… {Read more}
By Liz O'Dowd on April 16, 2013 Leave a comment
Did you know? Even if you have no income to report for 2012, you should still file your income tax and benefit return by April 30, 2013 to be eligible for some tax credits and benefits. Important facts Eligibility for… {Read more}