Resorces & Tools

Following is a list of useful resources and tools in the areas of business, accounting and taxation: 

Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
A few useful contact numbers for the CRA are as follows:

• Individual income tax enquiries 1-800-959-8281.
• Income tax refund enquiries 1-800-959-1956.
• Information and services for businesses and self-employed individuals 1-800-959-5525.

Scientific Research and Development Program. The SR&ED program is a federal tax incentive program, administered by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), that encourages Canadian businesses of all sizes, and in all sectors to conduct research and development (R&D) in Canada. It is the largest single source of federal government support for industrial R&D.

Government of Ontario. The ‘For Business’ tab provides a wealth of information for businesses in Ontario, including guides, resources and registration information.

 Service Canada. Links to important information on all federally administered benefit programs, including CPP, OAS, EI, Child Tax Benefit, maternity leave benefits etc.

Bank of Canada. A comprehensive source of interest and foreign exchange rate data as well as other economic measures and indexes.

Globe and Mail. Canada’s national business newspaper.

Personal Income Tax Calculator. Canadian Tax Calculator... Calculate your personal income tax.

RRSP Tax Savings Calculator  and  RRSP Contribution and Deduction Limit.  RRSP Canada... Calculate the tax savings your RRSP (Registered Retirement Saving Plan).

As we approach the end of the year, a number of investment and tax strategies should be reviewed:

• Canadian Tax Strategies
• Tax Deadline
• Canada Tax Credit
• CPP EI Maximum