As a small to mid size business owner in Ontario, you know that closing out your company’s fiscal year is more than just a formality—it’s a critical process that sets the stage for your business’s financial health and future growth. Navigating the complexities of the corporate year-end can feel overwhelming, especially with evolving tax regulations, multiple reporting requirements, and the need to keep your books in pristine order. By following a well-structured checklist, you can ensure compliance, minimize tax liabilities, and position your business for continued success in the coming year. Organize and Reconcile Your Financial Records Before anything else, take the…

Understanding the CRA Call Center Layoffs: A New Challenge for Canadian Taxpayers If you’re a small business owner, self-employed professional, or freelancer in Canada, you know that tax season is already a complex and stressful time. This year, however, a new complication has emerged: the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has announced significant layoffs within its call center operations. These changes come at a critical time, just as individuals and businesses are preparing to file their taxes. As you navigate the evolving landscape of tax compliance, it’s essential to understand how these layoffs could affect your experience and what steps you can…

  1. Pay Down Debt If you have any high-interest debt, like credit card balances, using your tax refund to pay it down can save you a lot of money in the long run. Reducing debt will also give you more financial freedom moving forward. 2. Contribute to Your RRSP Putting some or all of your tax refund into your Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) can be a great way to secure your future. Plus, RRSP contributions may reduce your taxable income for the current year, possibly resulting in even more tax savings. 3. Build or Add to Your Emergency Fund Having a solid emergency fund…

  Max Out RRSP Contributions Contributing to a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) reduces your taxable income for the year. The contribution limit is based on your income, but you can carry forward unused contribution room to future years, so try to contribute as much as possible before the deadline (usually March 1 for the 2025 tax year). Take Advantage of the TFSA While contributions to a Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) don’t reduce your taxable income, investment growth within the TFSA is tax-free. The contribution limit for 2025 will be announced by the government, so make sure you know the limit and use it…

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