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Workforce Upskilling and Training: A Strategic Imperative for 2025

Workforce Upskilling and Training: A Strategic Imperative for 2025
April 7, 2025

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.

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Upcoming Change to Rate of GST/HST in Nova Scotia

Upcoming Change to Rate of GST/HST in Nova Scotia
March 24, 2025
| Taxes

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

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US tariffs and Canada’s response: Uncertainty complications tariff mitigation

US tariffs and Canada’s response: Uncertainty complications tariff mitigation
March 6, 2025
| Taxes

Executive summary The ongoing tariff dispute between the U.S. and Canada has led to significant measures from both countries. As the situation remains dynamic, key strategies for Canadian businesses to manage these risks include using bonded warehouses, transfer pricing, tariff engineering, and diversifying supply chains.

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Canadian Businesses Should Reevaluate Transfer Pricing Amid U.S. Tariff Threats

Canadian Businesses Should Reevaluate Transfer Pricing Amid U.S. Tariff Threats
February 25, 2025
| Taxes

.author-area {display:none !important} Executive summary New U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods could force multinational entities (MNEs) to reconsider their transfer pricing strategies to mitigate exposure to tariffs. Here are some approaches MNEs could take to prepare for potential tariffs.

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Future-Proofing Your Hiring: Are You Ready for 2025?

Future-Proofing Your Hiring: Are You Ready for 2025?
February 20, 2025

With 2025 well underway, HR leaders and recruiters must reflect on 2024’s key hiring trends and adapt to the evolving talent landscape. This guide highlights major recruitment shifts and offers actionable insights to refine your hiring strategy for success.

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Business Transition Planning: Keys to a Successful Exit

Business Transition Planning: Keys to a Successful Exit
February 20, 2025

.author-area {display:none !important} This article originally published Jan. 7, 2019, was updated to reflect economic and market conditions.

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Short-Term Rentals, CRA, and You: A Guide to Non-Compliance and The Consequences Thereof

Short-Term Rentals, CRA, and You: A Guide to Non-Compliance and The Consequences Thereof
February 12, 2025
| Taxes

Beginning with the 2024 calendar year, CRA no longer allows expenses to be deducted for non-compliant short-term rentals. What does that mean? Glad you asked! Here are some base definitions:

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RLB LLP Announces Matthew Venne as New Managing Partner

RLB LLP Announces Matthew Venne as New Managing Partner
February 10, 2025

RLB LLP ANNOUNCES MATTHEW VENNE AS NEW MANAGING PARTNER

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Mark Woynillowicz Joins RLB as Principal, Canadian Tax Advisory

Mark Woynillowicz Joins RLB as Principal, Canadian Tax Advisory
February 6, 2025

MARK WOYNILLOWICZ JOINS RLB AS PRINCIPAL, CANADIAN TAX & ADVISORY

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Despite U.S. Tariff Pause, Canadian Businesses should Consider Strategizing

Despite U.S. Tariff Pause, Canadian Businesses should Consider Strategizing
February 4, 2025

.author-area {display:none !important} Executive summary After discussions with U.S. President Donald Trump, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced that both countries will delay implementing tariffs after Canada made additional border security commitments. Since the threat of 25 per cent tariffs on most Canadian goods and retaliatory measures remain viable, businesses will want to consider tariff mitigation strategies and lowering reliance on single markets.

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