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: The Role of Business in Addressing Modern Slavery
The Role of Business in Addressing Modern Slavery
Modern slavery remains a critical challenge in today’s global economy, with businesses under increasing pressure to ensure their supply chains are free from exploitative labor practices. This article delves into the evolving regulatory landscape, the significant risks of non-compliance, and strategic steps companies can take to combat forced labor while integrating social responsibility into their…
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: Canada’s Fall Economic Statement 2024: A Review
Canada’s Fall Economic Statement 2024: A Review
The 2024 Fall Economic Statement proposes several changes to personal and business tax laws, aimed at addressing inflation and assisting businesses and individuals. The government plans to expand the capital gains rollover on business investments, which will allow small businesses to access capital more easily. Additionally, the statement confirms a GST/HST tax break for holiday…
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: Successfully Navigating the GST/HST Tax Holiday: A Business Perspective
Successfully Navigating the GST/HST Tax Holiday: A Business Perspective
The proposed GST/HST tax holiday in Canada, introduced under Bill C-78, offers businesses a temporary opportunity to boost sales and provide consumer relief by zero-rating specific supplies. Spanning December 14, 2024, to February 15, 2025, this initiative poses both opportunities and challenges for businesses eager to capitalize on the tax benefits. Explore how businesses can…
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: Specialists
Specialists
Specialists In Memoriam Sam Lolas (1963 — 2021) In Loving Memory…‘A wonderful man has left this earth but will forever be in our hearts.’Great memories will live on as we commemorate […]
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: Beyond Financials: The Key HR Strategies for M&A Success
Beyond Financials: The Key HR Strategies for M&A Success
Mergers and acquisitions promise growth and market expansion, yet many fail due to overlooked human elements. This article explores crucial HR strategies such as early HR involvement, talent retention, and cultural alignment to ensure M&A success. Discover how effective communication and strategic planning can transform these transactions into thriving ventures.
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: The evolution of data analytics in M&A due diligence
The evolution of data analytics in M&A due diligence
Unlock deeper insights in M&A with AI-driven data analytics, transforming traditional due diligence and enhancing strategic decisions.
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: Unlocking tax relief: Section 93.4 for Canadian businesses abroad
Unlocking tax relief: Section 93.4 for Canadian businesses abroad
Explore how section 93.4 provides tax relief for Canadian businesses with foreign affiliates, aligning foreign earnings with domestic tax rates.
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: Canada’s job market continued to cool in August
Canada’s job market continued to cool in August
The data in Canada’s labour survey for August paints a picture of a cooling job market as the economy added a mere 22,000 jobs and the unemployment rate rose to 6.6 per cent.
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: Bank of Canada cuts its policy rate to 4.25 per cent
Bank of Canada cuts its policy rate to 4.25 per cent
Rates need to come down for businesses to start hiring again and to help those workers struggling to find employment.
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: With higher capital gains tax rate, Canada renews debate over growth
With higher capital gains tax rate, Canada renews debate over growth
While raising the capital gains tax rate might help the government boost revenue, it could delay the economic recovery that Canada needs by temporarily discouraging investment.
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: Canada’s inflation fell to 2.5 per cent, solidifying case for rate cut
Canada’s inflation fell to 2.5 per cent, solidifying case for rate cut
Inflation numbers have consistently come in below expectations this year and is firmly on track to reach 2 per cent next year.
