Plain-English tax & business guides for Canadian owners
No jargon, no fluff — practical advice on corporate tax, paying yourself, bookkeeping and running an incorporated business in Canada, written by a CPA and kept current for 2026.
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The questions business owners ask us most — answered properly.
Running an incorporated business in Canada means constant tax and money questions — when to register for GST/HST, how to pay yourself, whether to incorporate, what a return really costs, and how to stay onside with the CRA. These guides answer them in plain English, with 2026 figures and no jargon. They’re written by Sunny Dhillon, CPA for owner-managed small businesses and contractors — the same people we work with every day. Every article is educational, not a sales pitch: read it, apply it, and if you’d like a hand, a free consultation is always one click away. New guides are added regularly across tax, bookkeeping, advisory and deadlines.
How much does a virtual accountant cost in Canada?
Honest 2026 fixed-fee ranges for corporate tax, bookkeeping and personal tax — and what really drives the price.
Read the guide → SwitchingHow to switch accountants without the hassle
It's easier than you think. The 5-step process, who does what, and why you won't lose your tax history.
Read the guide → Owner paySalary vs dividends: how to pay yourself
RRSP room, CPP, tax integration and the blended approach most incorporated owners use in 2026.
Read the guide → Cross-CanadaCan an out-of-province CPA file my corporate taxes?
Yes — your filings are federal. How it works, and the two provinces (Quebec, Alberta) with their own returns.
Read the guide → PricingHow much does an accountant cost in BC?
Real 2026 fee ranges for T2, T1, bookkeeping and monthly packages — and fixed-fee vs hourly explained.
Read the guide → DeadlinesT2 deadlines & late-filing penalties
The two deadlines, the penalty math with a worked example, and instalments.
Read the guide → AdvisoryIncorporate or stay a sole proprietor in BC?
Tax deferral, the small business deduction, liability and cost — and when it's worth it.
Read the guide → TaxGST/HST registration for small business
The $30k threshold, voluntary registration, input tax credits and filing frequency.
Read the guide → TaxYear-end tax checklist for incorporated owners
Remuneration, shareholder loans, bonuses and capital timing — before your year-end.
Read the guide → Bookkeeping7 bookkeeping mistakes that cost you money
Mixing accounts, missing receipts, skipped reconciliations — and how to fix each.
Read the guide → AdvisoryWhat is a fractional CFO?
Senior financial leadership part-time — what it does, what it costs, and when you need one.
Read the guide → TaxCRA audit triggers for small business
What flags a return — and how to stay audit-ready without avoiding legitimate deductions.
Read the guide → DeadlinesCanadian tax deadlines 2026
Every T2, T1, GST/HST and payroll due date for the year in one plain-English calendar.
See the calendar → CalculatorSalary vs dividends calculator
Model your own mix and see the tax impact instantly — free, no sign-up.
Try the tool → ToolsAll free tools & guides
Calculators and downloads to help you plan tax, incorporation and owner pay.
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