Category: Business Acumen

Expanding your business operations into Canada can unlock numerous strategic advantages, from lucrative North American market access to a sophisticated, growth-friendly economy. In Part Two of our series, we answer questions on a range of issues and topics related to doing business in Canada, including tax implications, import/export regulations, tax treaties and the Investment Canada Act. Learn more here.

Canada attracts organizations from around the world seeking to establish or expand their operations internationally. But navigating Canada’s business environment as a foreign investor requires clarity on key foundational issues. To help international investors decide whether Canada is the right choice for their business, we’re addressing the most frequently asked questions about doing business in Canada.

Whether planning to retire, pursue new opportunities, or capitalize on favourable market conditions, selling your business requires careful planning and execution. By taking certain steps to prepare your business for sale, you not only increase the potential return on your investment but also attract the right buyers and ensure a smoother transition. This article provides actionable insights to help you maximize the value of your business, enabling you to sell with confidence.

Employee Ownership Trusts (EOTs) offer a new and attractive exit strategy for business owners approaching retirement or planning for succession. If you’re considering stepping away from your company in the not-too-distant future, selling to an EOT could be the solution you’ve been looking for. In this guide, we discuss the seven steps to transitioning your business to an EOT, from trust establishment to management and compliance. Read more here.

Should you sell your business to an employee ownership trust? The introduction of EOTs here in Canada is big news for business owners. They provide an entirely new option for succession planning, facilitating the transfer of a business’ ownership to its employees. Selling your business to an EOT can provide significant tax advantages, though they are not without their downsides. Read our full article here to learn whether an employee ownership trust is the right exit strategy for your business.

Cash flow is the lifeblood of any successful business. It sustains daily operations, fuels growth, and helps navigate market highs and lows. If you are not actively managing cash flow, you might be exposing your business to unnecessary risk. In today’s highly competitive business environment, with its tight margins and unforeseeable market disruptions, effective cash flow management can be the difference between success and failure. Read the full article to learn more.