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Help us welcome Canadian Corporate Tax partner, Shauna Walsh Cann! Achen Henderson CPAs is delighted to welcome Shauna Walsh Cann, CPA, CA, to the team as our new CCT Partner. Shauna brings three decades of…

If you work in accounting, bookkeeping, or tax, you've probably asked yourself some version of this question: is AI coming for my job? On a recent episode of Your Business Unleashed, we sat down with…

Breath of the Business: How Stress Impacts Entrepreneurs Most entrepreneurs know the grind: too many hats, too little time, and a mental load that never fully switches off. But what if the biggest threat to…

What Is Raising Spirits and How Can Your Business Help Transform Youth Mental Health? Lead with purpose. Lead with action. Help us raise funds for youth mental health initiatives at the Alberta Children’s Hospital. There…

First-Time Homebuyers Tax Credit, as featured on Redfin We’re proud to share that our Managing Partner, Clayton Achen, was recently featured in a national article on First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credits and Incentives. The piece, published…

2025 Personal Tax Planning Tips for Canadians As 2026 begins, this guide helps Canadians take the right steps throughout 2025 to minimize taxes, maximize deductions, and prepare for the 2025 tax filing season. With shifting…

Achen Henderson Retreat 2025: Boracay, Philippines Last October 30 to November 2, 2025, the Achen Henderson team gathered in the world-famous island of Boracay, Philippines for a meaningful and joy filled company retreat. Designed to…

Welcome Lei Zhao: Achen Henderson’s New Cross-Border Tax Leader To help us meet the incredible demand for our cross-border tax services, we’re excited to welcome Lei Zhao, CPA (U.S., ND) • CPA, CGA (Canada) as…

Raising Spirits: Making Meaning at Work What is Raising Spirits?  Raising Spirits is more than just an annual gala—it’s a heartfelt movement dedicated to supporting mental health initiatives for children and youth at the Alberta Children’s Hospital.…

What does it really take to grow a construction or trades company from a one-person show to a 90-person team—while treating people well? On Your Business Unleashed, host Clayton Achen talks with Taylor Ross, founder…

Understanding CPP and EI Payroll Deductions: Rates, Maximums, and Exemptions for 2026  Calculating payroll deductions accurately is essential for compliance and employee trust. Two major components in Canadian payroll are Canada Pension Plan (CPP) contributions…

Carol Sadler leads the way for SMP Tax Advocacy Carol Sadler Leads the Way for SMP Tax Advocacy We’re proud to recognize Carol Sadler for her ongoing contributions to our community, most recently through her…