Category Archives: Tax

Back to Business: Why “School Year” planning is better for creatives than “New Year” planning

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January gets all the credit. Every year, the business world treats January 1st as the holy grail of goal-setting, fresh starts, and strategic planning.

But …

Digital Nomadism: The tax implications of working from a laptop in Mexico or Europe

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The dream is beautiful: packing your laptop, grabbing a passport, and running your Canadian business from a villa in Spain or a beachside cafe in …

Survival Guide: What to do if you owe the CRA money (and it’s more than you thought)

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It’s the middle of April, you’ve just finished your 2025 return, and the “Balance Due” number at the bottom is… higher than expected. Much higher.…

The “Just in Time” Tax Prep Checklist: 5 Things You Can Still Do to Lower Your 2025 Tax Bill

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If you’re reading this on February 25th, you might be feeling the first real pangs of “Tax Season Anxiety.” For many Creative Professionals and Social …

Back to the Basics: E-Commerce for Local Businesses

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In today’s fast-paced digital world, “going online” is no longer just an option for local businesses – it’s quickly becoming a necessity. While the charm …

Back to the Basics: Understanding Fixed and Variable Expenses for Canadian Small Businesses

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In the journey of managing a small business, one of the fundamental financial concepts to master is understanding your expenses. Knowing the difference between …