Resources for Canadian Businesses – COVID-19
Small and medium-sized businesses are the backbone of the Canadian economy. During this extraordinary time, the Government of Canada is taking strong action to help Canadian businesses as COVID-19 is affecting them, their employees and their families. The Government and public health officials are urging all Canadians to: stay home unless it is absolutely essential […]
To our valued clients and business partners – a KWB announcement
KWB Chartered Professional Accountants has a proactive plan for continued operation in this new environment. You and our team are our first priority. We want to inform you of what changes we have made, so we can continue to complete the work you need us to do, while protecting both you and the members of […]
The best times to post on Social Media
This blog informs you of the best times to post on social media in 2020. What is the best time to post on Facebook in 2020? The best time to post on Facebook is between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. The best day to post on Facebook is Wednesday. While Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday also have notably higher engagement […]
7 Perks of Having a Data Manager (Bookkeeper )
A good data manager should ensure that: You are compliant with the CRA at all times. You are focused on your business, not the data. You are capturing and recording all expenses for tax deductions. You have timely and accurate information available to make better decisions. You have efficient processes for capturing data. Your cashflow […]
Travel Expenses
Travel expenses include food, beverage, lodging and transportation (such as airplane, train, bus, etc.) expenses but not motor vehicle expenses. You can deduct travelling expenses on your personal tax return as long as you meet all of the following conditions: You were normally required to work away from your employer’s place of business or in different places. Under your contract of […]
Receipt Bank (now Dext)
If you would like to spend less time organizing your records and more time growing your business, you should automate your document retention with Receipt Bank (now Dext). Receipt Bank (now Dext) is a website application that extracts key information from your invoices and receipts and publishes it directly into Quickbooks Online (QBO). Some of […]
EI for the self-employed
An advantage to being self-employed is that you don’t pay into Employment Insurance (EI) like employees do. However, a program was introduced in 2010 which allows self-employed individuals to opt in to pay Employment Insurance (EI) premiums. Now that this has been in effect for a number of years, let’s revisit some of the key […]
New Business Guide for setting up your business
If you are starting a new business in Canada or are operating one already, then this article is for you. Types of business structures The type of structure you choose has a significant effect on the way you report your income, the type of returns you file each year, and many other matters. The three […]
Living Out Allowance
In certain situations, a company can pay and deduct a living out allowance and the employee does not have to report the allowance in their income. In order for this to apply, the allowance needs to be reasonable. Additional criteria must be met as stated below for employees at a special work site and employees […]
Direct Beneficiary Designation – RRSP or RRIF
If you are considering a direct beneficiary designation for either a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) or a Registered Retirement Income Fund (RRIF), you should be aware of some negative consequences that can occur. A direct beneficiary designation can result in unintended tax consequences to the estate, the inequitable treatment of heirs or the distribution […]