Economic recovery from COVID-19 and the impact on municipalities
This webcast will focus on assessing key municipal revenue impacts and economic recovery as a result of COVID-19.
The Changing Investor Landscape Under COVID-19
While 2021 may turn into a feeding frenzy for private equity, longer-term investors can remain as selective as they’ve always been.
Canadian payroll obligations for foreign employees working in Canada
With many employees working remotely, your company’s payroll compliance for foreign employees is more complicated.
Customs and trade implications for 2020 year-end planning
2020 changes to customs regulations and agreements provide opportunity to review supply chain and trade compliance to mitigate risk/cost.
Beyond COVID-19: Tactical tips for commercial construction firms
This article offers tips to help companies effectively preserve liquidity and manage cash flow as the pandemic continues.
Ways to optimize estate planning in the wake of COVID-19
An estate freeze provides a valuable opportunity for business owners to minimize tax both in the short term and in the long term.
Tax updates in Canada in response to COVID-19
Our tax alert summarizes the latest tax measures by federal and certain provincial government authorities amid the coronavirus pandemic.
CERS, CEWS & CEBA Updates
Reduce indirect tax related costs and risks in not-for-profit sector
The article focuses on indirect tax strategies for organizations in the not-for-profit sector to improve liquidity and reduce risk.
2020 • Third Quarter • Issue 131
This edition of Tax, Tips & Traps discusses: Working From Home; Real Estate Projects; Loans for Value; OAS Deferral; Unreasonable Allowances; Employment Insurance; Changes to Payroll; Temporary Lay-offs; and Video Conferencing Tips.
Aug 2020 | Volume 34 | Issue 4
This edition discusses the following topics: Mistakes Canadians make with U.S. taxes; Update on COVID-19 federal government support; Preserve cybersecurity while working remotely; and Cleaning out your financial closet under quarantine.
Laying the foundation for construction’s IT future
As construction companies continue to deal with the fallout from COVID-19, they should look toward technology to help grow their operations.
Jun 2020 | Volume 34 | Issue 3
This edition discusses the following topics: How to avoid common scams during Covid-19; Understanding COVID-19 federal government support; Understanding digital and electronic signatures; and Investment market update: What happened?
Upgrading your IT security doesn’t have to break the bank
While IT updates require some investment of money and management time, they could actually protect your business from catastrophe.
When deals stall: Turning transaction costs into cash flow
Many deals stalled as the pandemic began, prompting investors to look at turning transaction costs into cash flow—but beware of pitfalls.
Considering COVID-19 CERB benefits when determining IRB entitlements
How should the COVID-19-related Canada Emergency Response Benefit be treated in determining income replacement benefit entitlements?
Ways to optimize estate planning in the wake of COVID-19
A Capital Dividend Account allows a shareholder to access corporate surplus tax-free, but timing is critical.
Managing risk in pandemic times
Events like COVID-19 can have a pervasive impact on law firm operations and places renewed emphasis on risk management practices.
Funding Guide
A guide to the Government of Canada’s programs and funding to help individuals and businesses in response to COVID-19.
GST/HST under Canada Emergency Commercial Rent Assistance Program
Our authors summarize the GST/HST implications of forgivable loan payments and rent reduction offered by commercial landlords under CECRA.