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Switching accountants is easier than you think

You don’t have to have an awkward conversation, and you don’t have to chase your old accountant for files. We handle the handover — you write zero awkward emails.

The takeover

Three steps, most of it on us

1

You sign a CRA authorization

One quick form names EverStone CPA as your representative with the CRA. That’s the only real task on your side — it takes a few minutes.

2

We request your records

We contact your previous accountant and request your prior-year returns and working papers directly. You don’t have to make the call.

3

We pick up where they left off

We review what’s there, flag anything worth fixing, and carry on — books current, deadlines tracked, nothing dropped in the handover.

What you’ll need

Almost nothing

To get started, it helps to have your articles of incorporation, last year’s return and Notice of Assessment, and access to your bookkeeping (QuickBooks Online or Xero login, or your bank statements). Don’t have it all to hand? Book anyway — we’ll tell you exactly what matters and get the rest from your old firm.

Prefer to read the long version first? Our guide to switching accountants walks through every detail.

Common questions

Switching FAQ

Can I switch in the middle of the year?+
Yes — mid-year switches are routine and don’t disrupt your filings. Once you authorize us with the CRA, we request your records and carry on from wherever your last accountant left off.
Do I have to tell my current accountant?+
Only if you want to. Many owners simply let us handle the records request. If you’d rather send a short note, we’re happy to give you the wording.
What does switching cost?+
Switching itself is part of onboarding — there’s no separate fee to take you on. You get a fixed quote for the ongoing work after a free consult, before anything starts.
What if I’m behind on filings?+
That’s common and completely fixable. We prepare any outstanding returns, get you current, and where it helps use CRA relief programs to reduce penalties.

Ready for an accountant who picks up the phone?

Book a free 30-minute consult. We’ll map the handover and give you a fixed quote — no obligation.