Resources

Useful links for small business owners

From what I see, it's not always easy to find clear information, so this is a simple place to start.

Important Tax Dates Key deadlines for Canadian small businesses.
Topic Who it applies to Due date
Personal income tax return Most individuals April 30 (file and pay)
Personal income tax return Sole proprietors June 15 to file  ·  April 30 to pay
GST/HST return & payment Monthly filers 1 month after period end
GST/HST return & payment Quarterly filers 1 month after period end
GST/HST return Annual filers (Dec 31 year-end) June 15 to file  ·  April 30 to pay
GST/HST return & payment Annual filers (other year-end) 3 months after fiscal year-end
T2 corporation tax return Corporations 6 months after fiscal year-end
Corporation tax balance Corporations 2–3 months after fiscal year-end
CRA: Canada Revenue Agency Official government resources for your business taxes.
My Business Account
Where you can manage your business taxes, file GST/HST, and check balances.
GST/HST: Overview
Basic information about how GST/HST works in Canada.
File a GST/HST Return
Step-by-step information on how to file your GST/HST return.
Business Number (BN) Registration
Register your business and get your tax accounts set up.
Record Keeping Requirements
What records you need to keep and for how long, usually 6 years.
Starting a Business Setting up your business the right way.
Choosing Your Business Structure
Overview of sole proprietor vs corporation in Canada.
GST/HST Registration
When and how to register for GST/HST.
Bookkeeping Basics What you can claim and what to keep.
Business Expenses: What You Can Claim
Simple guide to what counts as a business expense.
Keeping Records: Simple Guide
What to keep: receipts, invoices, and supporting documents.
Tools Simple, useful software for small businesses.
QuickBooks Online
Track income, expenses, and GST/HST. Most common in Canada.
Xero
Simple accounting system used by many small businesses.
Hubdoc
Store receipts and documents in one place. Works with QuickBooks and Xero.

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