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SYLVIA BEHRNS JOINS RLB AS PRINCIPAL

Are you thinking about expanding your workforce by recruiting employees outside the province of Ontario?  It cannot be denied that there are many benefits of remote work, for example: no commute, fewer distractions, and individualized workspaces can result in remote workers being more productive than their office counterparts.  In addition, with the improved work-life balance that comes with remote work, retention increases while absenteeism decreases.

On July 1, 2025, the U.S. Senate passed an amended version of the Republican tax bill known as “The One Big Beautiful Bill.”  While the final details are still being finalized, we want to share a summary of the key provisions that may be relevant to our clients, especially those with U.S. tax exposure or cross-border interests. 

Orangeville, ON – June 30, 2025 – RLB LLP is proud to announce that Melissa Vinden, CPA, CA, has earned the prestigious Family Enterprise Advisor (FEA) designation, further enhancing our ability to serve family-owned businesses with tailored, holistic advice.

RLB CHARTERED PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTANTS ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT OF PRINCIPAL COLLEEN GALLAGHER AFTER NEARLY TWO DECADES OF SERVICE

If you’re a small or medium-sized business in Ontario, mark your calendars: significant updates to Ontario’s Employment Standards Act (ESA) and Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) are coming into effect in June and July 2025.

As part of the 2024 Federal Budget the Government of Canada proposed to increase the capital gains inclusion rate (“CGIR”) from 50% to 66.67%, effective June 25, 2024. The CGIR determines the portion of a capital gain that is subject to tax in Canada. The proposed increase was expected to result in higher taxable income for many Canadians.

Employee engagement surveys can be a powerful tool for gathering feedback from your team members, understanding employee morale, and improving overall workplace satisfaction.  However, conducting these surveys comes with its own set of unique challenges and requires thoughtful consideration to yield meaningful results.

Continuous upskilling and training have become essential to the success of modern companies. As industries continue to embrace automation, artificial intelligence, and digital transformations, employees understand that staying relevant means continuous learning for them as well. By equipping employees with the necessary skills for the future, companies can not only stay ahead of the competition but also foster a loyal, engaged workforce.

On April 1, 2025, the rate of GST/HST in Nova Scotia will be reduced from 15% to 14%.