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Working for yourself 2 min
One annual HST return can have two deadlines
Check the calendar-year sole-proprietor exception, the ordinary three-month rule and separate instalment obligations.
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Working for yourself 3 min
Planning parental leave when the business is you
Check the work-time reduction, income period and application timing before planning parental leave around a self-employed business.
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Working for yourself 2 min
What your HST invoice needs to explain
Use a complete invoice template and check the current $100 and $500 documentation bands for customer input tax credits.
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Family & everyday life 3 min
Medical receipts do not have to follow January to December
Compare eligible paid expenses across a 12-month period ending in the tax year, with reimbursements and prior claims removed.
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Saving & retirement 2 min
I had circled February. The account wanted December.
Nadia plans a first-home contribution around an old RRSP habit. The useful distinction is between contributing now and claiming the deduction later.
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Family & everyday life 3 min
Nora waits for the insurance statement before adding the receipts
Match eligible Canadian fertility expenses with the Ontario medical claim, deduct reimbursements and choose one partner to claim.
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