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Charitable Golf Tournament
2022 Charger foundation charitable golf tournament We would like to thank everyone who joined us on Tuesday, September 20th, 2022 for our 16th Annual Golf
Office BBQ 2022
Our office had a blast at the home of our firms Managing Partner, Louis Sapi, this past Thursday. We enjoyed tons of yummy food and
Promotion Announcement
Louis Sapi, Managing Partner, and the entire staff of HS & Partners are excited to announce the promotion of Justin Kieraszewicz to Supervisor of our
WE ARE HIRING!
WE ARE HIRING! We Are Hiring! We’re looking to add ONE full-time position to our team. Please click THE position below to view more information
MBOT – 2021 “Employer of the Year”
We are excited to announce HS & Partners LLP has been nominated for the Mississauga Board of Trade’s, 2021 Employer of the Year category. As
Vaccination Policy for Employers
Dear Clients & Friends, At HS & Partners LLP, we have an obligation to maintain the health and safety of our employees & clients. That
Post -COVID state of small and medium businesses in the Canadian market.
I (Louis Sapi) am happy to share the video on an interview I did for the Gurmeet Judge’s Business video series blog. We discuss all sorts
It is time to stop raising income taxes across the board
Great article in the Toronto Sun. Canadian’s with incomes in the top 20% of the population pay a far higher percentage of their income towards
Changes to CEWS and the New CRHP
Dear Clients & Friends For businesses claiming the wage subsidy, please note that changes to the CEWS have been enacted, and come into effect as
YOUR 2020 PERSONAL TAX RETURN – REMINDER
Due to COVID-19 we are encouraging clients to email/PDF their documents to us and avoid coming into the office. We are happy to answer any
YOUR 2020 PERSONAL TAX RETURN IS COMING DUE!!!
Preparing Your 2020 Personal Tax Returns It’s that time of year again, where Tax Season is upon us and we would like to remind everyone
Reminder: Applications for Additional $5,000 Grants are still Accepted
Further to our email of November 18, 2020; applications for additional $5,000 grants are still accepted, depending on your circumstances. Please use the link below
Working-from-Home 2020 Expenses
The government announced that due to Covid-19 related closures, and many people forced to work from home, salaried and hourly non-union employees will be eligible
Year End Tax Tips
Dear Clients & Friends, 2020 was a challenging year for many people and companies. Most of the Covid-19 measures introduced by the government are taxable
Employer Health Tax for Ontario 2020
The Ontario government has temporarily increased the EHT exemption from $490,000 to $1 million for the 2020 tax year due to the special circumstances caused
Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy – Additional Covid-19 Support Measures
Earlier this week the government announced additional support for Canadian businesses, non-profits and charities that continue to face economic challenges due to Covid-19. These measures
Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS) Will Be Extended to July 2021
In the Federal government’s Throne Speech on September 23, 2020, it was announced that the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy will be extended to July 2021. We have previously informed
Ontario Realtors Can Now Incorporate and Achieve Valuable Tax Deferrals
As of October 1, 2020, Ontario realtors can now incorporate and achieve valuable tax deferrals (and potential income-splitting) through their wholly owned corporations. A Personal
Taxability of Covid-19 Relief Measures
As part of the government’s relief measures during Covid-19, Canadians should be mindful of the tax implications as set out below: The $2000/month CERB benefit
NEW RULES & EXTENSION OF THE WAGE SUBSIDY (CEWS)
The revised CEWS program has been extended to December 19, 2020 – with far greater complexity. Commencing with the period of July 5, 2020, rather
BDC Online Financing for Small Business up to $100,000
Dear Clients & Friends, As an ongoing service to our clients, we want to inform you of a great BDC initiative. BDC has announced an online
Bank Borrowing Facility Stress Test- A new program provided by HS & Partners LLP
COVID-19 has had a major impact on Canada’s banks with large loan loss provisions expected. The resulting tightening of lending parameters will see many Canadian
Additional Support for Businesses
Expansion to the Eligibility Criteria for the $40,000 CEBA Today the government announced an expansion to the eligibility criteria for the $40,000 Canada Emergency Business
75% Wage Subsidy Applications
75% Wage Subsidy Applications On April 27, 2020, the 75% wage subsidy application process went live. We are happy to assist clients in
Introduction to our network of curated mortgage brokers
To those in need of Guidance for Refinancing- We are here to Help! Dear Clients & Friends, As the economic effects of COVID-19 continue, HS
Commercial Rent Relief for Small Business
Commercial Rent Relief for Small Business Today April 4th, 2020, the government announced that it has reached an agreement with provinces and territories to implement
Applications for the 75% Wage Subsidy will be open on April 27
Applications for the 75% Wage Subsidy will be open on April 27 Beginning April 27, applications will be open for the CEWS. Most businesses
New and Easier Life Insurance Applications done On-line
New and Easier Life Insurance Applications done On-line We at HS & Partners hope that you are all safe and healthy through these unprecedented times.
Covid-19 Update on Expanded Benefits
Covid-19 Update on Expanded Benefits Dear Clients & Friends, Today the Prime Minister announced new measures to support Canadian businesses: The $40,000 interest-free loans
How to apply for the $40,000 Canada Emergency Business Account (“CEBA”)?
How to apply for the $40,000 Canada Emergency Business Account (“CEBA”)? Announced earlier this month by the Federal government, CEBA is now available for qualifying
Update on More Flexible Criteria for the 75% Wage Subsidy
Update on More Flexible Criteria for the 75% Wage Subsidy Dear Clients & Friends, Today the Government announced the following amended criteria to provide
How to Apply for Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) with CRA
How to Apply for Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) with CRA On April 6, 2020, the $2,000/month CERB has gone live and the application
Wage Subsidy Details Announced
Wage Subsidy Details Announced Yesterday, Finance Minister Bill Morneau announced the details of the proposed Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy: The Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy would
Clarifications and Details Regarding the 75% Wage Subsidy
Today’s ( March 30th, 2020)Update Clarifications and Details Regarding the 75% Wage Subsidy Qualifying for the 75% wage subsidy will be a revenue-based test. It
HS & Partners is an Essential Service and Will Remain Open
Dear Clients & Friends: Further to the Ontario government’s mandated business closures, please note that HS & Partners LLP is exempt as an “essential service”. As
Additional Measures to Support Small Business
To further support small businesses, the Government of Canada today announced the following additional measures: A 75% wage subsidy for qualifying businesses, for up to
Helping Businesses Keep their Employees
Helping Businesses Keep their Employees To support businesses that are facing revenue losses and to help prevent layoffs, the government will provide eligible small employers
Nine changes for taxpayers that come with the COVID-19 Economic Response Plan
The government – Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on March 19, 2020 – released its COVID-19 Economic Response Plan: Tax deadline: For those who are
Business Checkup Tool & Planning
Business Check-Up Tool & Planning Your Free Business Checkup Tool Download the Link is below! Business Checkup Tool Please use it, share it
Available Benefits & Programs COVID-19
Dear Clients & Friends: We at HS & Partners are constantly monitoring the evolving legislative changes and program enhancements given the COVID-19 situation. Below are
Ensuring Business Continuity & COVID-19 Preparedness
Dear Clients: On behalf of the HS & Partners Team, we are writing to advise you that we are taking every reasonable precaution to help
Government Financial Stimulus Update for Canadians
Dear Clients & Friends: Below are some of the most recent measures announced by the government of Canada with regards to its financial stimulus package : Emergency support
HS & PARTNERS LLP WEALTH MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
HS & Partners LLP has been privileged to be in the trusted position of providing high level personal financial advice to various clients over the
Charger Foundation 2020 Golf Tournament Registration is Open!!!
16th Annual Charger Foundation Tuesday, June 30, 2020 REGISTRATION IS OPEN!!! Sponsorship Package Registration Form
2019 Charger Golf Tournament Raises Landmark $37,000 for The Canadian Centre for Men and Families (CCMF)
MEDIA ADVISORY – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 2019 Charger Golf Tournament Raises Landmark $37,000 for Healthy Fathers and Families TORONTO, ON – (October 23, 2019) The
Federal Budget Commentary 2019
On March 19, 2019 the Honourable Bill Morneau, Minister of Finance, presented the 2019 Federal Budget, Investing in the Middle Class, to the House of
HS & Partners LLP association with XLNC| Global Professional Excellence
Louis Sapi, CEO at HS & Partners LLP, is pleased to announce HS & Partners LLP new alliance and membership in XLNC AG-an international association of independent
Leadership in the 21st Century How CPA firms need to redefine leadership for 2020 and beyond?
Leadership is an interesting conception with scholarly experts constantly championing new theories challenging us towards more malleable styles and structures. Professional service industries have evolved
15th Annual Charger Foundation 18 Holes Charitable Golf Tournament -Tuesday, June 18, 2019 at Nobleton Lakes Golf Club- REGISTRATION IS OPEN- SHOTGUN 11:15 AM
Charger Foundation in association with HS & Partners LLP, Chartered Professional Accountants is hosting its 15th annual charitable golf tournament on Tuesday, June 18, 2019, at the beautiful Nobleton Lakes Golf Club in
Charger Foundation Golf Tournament Raises Landmark $25,000 for Healthy Fathers and Families
TORONTO, ON – (August 20, 2018) The first of their kind programs for healthy and involved fathers at the Canadian Centre for Men and Families
The Three Ds of Investing: Due Diligence, Due Diligence, Due Diligence
Most of us are familiar with the saying. “The three L’s of real estate are location. location, location.” The same would be said tor investing,
Mothers and Fathers: Health and Financial Advice to Share with Your Parents
By Louis Sapi and Peter Zawadzki, Prentice Hall Canada, $24.95 Part workbook, part storytelling, Mothers and Fathers addresses the issues many boomers face when they
Small Business: The Key to Canada’s Prosperity
By Louis J. Sapi, CPA, CA, MBA If one studies failed societies around the world, the key common factor for their collapse would be a
14th Annual Charger Foundation 18 Holes Charitable Golf Tournament
Dear Friends: Charger Foundation in association with HS & Partners LLP, Chartered Professional Accountants is hosting its 14th annual charitable golf tournament on Wednesday, June 20, 2018 at the beautiful Nobleton Lakes Golf
Federal Budget Commentary 2018
On February 27, 2018 the Honourable Bill Morneau, Minister of Finance, presented the 2018 Federal Budget to the House of Commons. The Government’s fiscal position
Post secondary students and income tax
It shouldn’t be news to anyone that while the cost of obtaining a post-secondary education continues to rise, the government’s financial support of post-secondary institutions
Re: Proposed Changes to the taxation of Private Corporations
October 23, 2017 The Honourable Bill Moreau House of Commons Ottawa, ON K1A 0A6 Bill.Morneau@parl.gc.ca The Right Honourable Justin Trudeau House of Commons Ottawa ON
Louis’ Take on Ontario Economics 2016
Being a business person, accountant, father and pragmatist, I must say that I have become very concerned for my children’s future in this province. I