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More Than Mining: How Northern Ontario Is Building a Higher-Value Economy
Northern Ontario’s economic strategy is shifting, and for businesses in mining, manufacturing, and industrial services, the opportunity is significant. Instead of simply extracting and exporting raw resources, the region is keeping more of the value chain at home through advanced manufacturing, local processing, and innovation. Learn more.
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Northern Ontario Update: What Recent Investments Mean for Local Businesses
Construction on the Ring of Fire road network officially broke ground in June 2026, marking a turning point for Northern Ontario’s economy as billions in projected investment moves from future consideration to near-term reality. Between active mining projects, permanent infrastructure funding, and federal support for local manufacturers, the programs and opportunities available to local businesses…
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What the SR&ED Tax Credit Can Do for Your Business
Canada’s SR&ED program is the single largest source of federal government support for business R&D, yet many Northern Ontario companies are leaving money on the table by not claiming it. With significant changes now in effect for 2024 and beyond, including expanded eligibility and a doubled expenditure limit, there has never been a better time…
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Alec Bussolaro
About Your Alec Alec has experience in accounting and assurance, working with companies and individuals on year-end engagements, financial statement preparation, and tax compliance matters. He has transitioned into bookkeeping
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The North Has More to Offer Than Raw Materials
For decades, Ontario’s most valuable minerals left the province as raw materials, with the real economic value captured somewhere else. That is changing fast, as billions in new investment are building the energy, transport, and refining infrastructure needed to keep that value in the North. Learn more.
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Ontario Employment Law Changes: Are You Ready for 2026?
Ontario’s Employment Standards Act has been updated for 2026, and the changes affect how you post jobs, pay employees, and manage time away from work. If you have 25 or more employees, these new rules are already in force, and non-compliance carries real legal and reputational risk. Learn more.
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How Ontario’s “One Project, One Process” Framework Is Unlocking Growth for Northern Ontario Businesses
Ontario’s new “One Project, One Process” framework is cutting through decades of regulatory complexity in mining approvals, and for Northern Ontario businesses, the ripple effects could be significant. With three major projects already designated, more predictable development timelines are opening the door to expanded supply chain opportunities and competitive government funding applications. Learn more.
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Abby Deschene
About Abby Abby focuses primarily on assurance engagements, with extensive experience working with First Nation communities and organizations, owner-managed businesses and not-for-profit entities. Driven by a value adding lens, she
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Josh Piche
About Your Josh Josh is driven by a commitment to continuous learning and personal development, both personally and professionally. He believes that strong, authentic relationships are the foundation of effective
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Conrad Naponse
About Your Conrad Conrad specializes in audit and consulting services for both for-profit entities and First Nation organizations. He plays a key role in supporting day-to-day operations and advising on
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Leah Legault
About Leah Leah is a seasoned accounting professional with expertise in assurance, accounting systems implementation, and small business management. With experience in both corporate and client-facing roles, she has worked
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New 2024 tax changes to intergenerational business transfers in Canada
The new intergenerational transfer rules included in Bill C-59, which received Royal Assent on June 20, 2024, provides an exception from the “surplus stripping” rules in Canada.
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