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Extended CEWS, CEBA and NEW CERS (Rent Relief) There were some big announcements by the federal government last week designed to help private companies who have been severely impacted this year's craziness. Here's what you…

What is the Canada Recovery Benefit? On October 6, 2020, Clayton Achen had the pleasure of speaking on Breakfast Television to discuss the new EI program, the Canada Recovery Benefit (CRB), Canada Recovery Caregiving Benefit…

The Value of Brand On September 10th, our own Clayton Achen appeared on episode six of the Kill the Ad Man podcast. In this episode, we discuss brand value and valuation. Clayton shares his insight…

Small business cash flow forecasting made simple Are you wondering what we're made of? Our secret sauce? In this webinar hosted by Patrick Stern, North American Lead @ Spotlight Reporting, Clayton Achen discusses how we've…

Will the CERB run out or be extended? On June 15, 2020, I had the pleasure of speaking on Breakfast Television this morning about what happens when the Canadian Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) runs out.…

We Raised $22,000 for the Calgary Foodbank For 2020, the team at Achen Henderson decided to donate 100% of our base personal tax filing fee for our first 50 new personal tax clients. Our good…

Difference between the CERB and the CEWS On April 28th, I had the pleasure of speaking on Breakfast Television this morning about the differences between the Canadian Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) and the Canadian Emergency…

Canadian Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS) Updated May 19, 2020 The Department of Finance passed Bill C-14 this Easter weekend and released this website regarding the 75% Canadian Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS). On April 15, 2020, we hosted…

Resources for Small Businesses impacted by COVID-19 Updated: May 19, 2020 NOTE: On July 17, the government announced changes to the Canadian Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS). Key changes are: CEWS extended until December 19, 2020;…

Donating our tax preparation fees to the Calgary Foodbank We're donating 100% of your basic Personal Tax Preparation Fee to Calgary Food Bank, and our good friends at Jan-Pro Calgary are matching the donation! Life…

Yearend checklist for small businesses It’s almost time to file your 2019 taxes. One month into the New Year, and we’re wondering... how have you reflected and learned from the previous one…  the good, the…

Consider an RRSP before buying investments in your private corporation If you own a private corporation that generates more cash than you need to operate your business, and more than you need to fund your…