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November 14th marks the beginning of Fraud Awareness Week. Are you or your business vulnerable to fraud? What is it and what should you look out for? Let’s take a look at the “Fraud Triangle”. 

At RLB, we’re passionate about client success. We go beyond traditional accounting services and offer our clients experienced business advisory services. In honour of Small Business Month, some of RLB’s business experts have shared with us their personal secrets for growing your small business.

Ontario COVID-19 Worker Income Protection Benefit Employers may now submit claims online for the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) reimbursement for paying their employees under the Ontario COVID-19 Worker Income Protection Benefit.

Many companies rely on financial leverage such as loans, mortgages, and credit facilities to sustain and grow their businesses. Current economic conditions may place higher reliance on financing for the operational success and continuance of your company. Once you have acquired financing from a bank, a private lender, or another financial institution, it is essential to plan for what comes next. The following tips will help you get the most out of your financial leverage.

Navigating COVID-19 relief programs over the past 12-months has been a challenge for many businesses. Your accountant or business advisor can help. One year later, what do the COVID-19 benefits mean for your business?

With all of the personal COVID-19 benefits and relief measures introduced in the last 12 months, do you know where you stand? Heading into tax season - now is a great time to find out.

It is important to manage legal risk for NPOs. For these Not-for-Profit organizations (NPO), there are often many requirements and guidelines to follow. Especially regarding funding and leadership. To ensure compliance, your organization's board and senior management must conduct regular legal check-ups. This will ensure proper due diligence and prevent costly mistakes and avoid exposure to legal liability. According to Carters Professional Corporation, the following 10 tips identify key issues that charities and NPOs should address for effective legal risk management.      

New Year - New Opportunities

Why would I need a valuation?

So your business is starting to earn more money, and with that – you're paying more taxes. Is it time to consider incorporation? The answer isn't that simple.