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That “Passive Income” Could Be Killing Your Small Business Deduction
Earning over $50k in passive income in your Canadian corporation? You could be losing your Small Business Deduction. Learn how this tax trap works and protect your low tax rate.
Working from home? Your corporation can pay you back.
Working from home? Discover how your Canadian corporation can reimburse you tax-free for a portion of your home expenses. Learn the simple square footage method.
Salary vs. Dividends: The Big Payout Question for Canadians
Confused about paying yourself in Canada? We break down the pros and cons of salary vs. dividends, covering taxes, RRSPs, and CPP to help you decide.
Think That Client Lunch is Fully Deductible? Think Again.
Think you can write off that whole client lunch? In Canada, business meals are only 50% deductible. Learn what the CRA requires to audit-proof your expenses.
That Corporate Tax Deadline? It’s Way Closer Than You Think
Think you have 6 months to file your Canadian corporate taxes? Your payment is due much sooner. Learn the CRA’s hidden payment deadline to avoid costly interest.
Beyond the 9% Tax Rate: Optimizing Your Personal & Corporate Taxes
As a Canadian small business owner running a corporation, I'll bet you've heard the magic number: 9%. That's the federal small business tax rate, and man, does it look...
How to Get Your BC Corporation Back on Track with Back Taxes in 2026
Let's be real. Is that pile of unopened letters from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) giving you a constant, low-level buzz of anxiety? You're not alone. For tons of...
Year-End Tax Guide for Canadian Trades: How to Keep More of Your 2025 Earnings
You've hung up the tools, the last job of 2025 is in the books, and what a busy year it was. All across Canada, trades were in high demand. But now? Now comes the part...
The Ultimate 2026 Tax Preparation Checklist for BC Dry Cleaners
Another year, another mountain of hangers. You know the rhythm of the presses and the smell of clean linen like the back of your hand. But when it comes to taxes for...







