AC Belliveau Veinotte Inc

04/28/2026

Fraud is on the rise — and becoming more sophisticated

We’re seeing more clients impacted by scams that look increasingly real — emails, texts, and even phone calls that appear to come from trusted organizations.

Here are a few simple ways to protect yourself:

🔍 Slow down and verify
Fraudsters rely on urgency. If something feels rushed or threatening, pause and confirm using a trusted contact method.

🔗 Don’t click suspicious links
Unexpected emails or texts asking you to log in, download something, or “confirm” information are a major red flag.

🔐 Protect your personal information
Never share banking details, passwords, or SIN numbers in response to unsolicited messages.

💳 Be cautious about payment requests
Requests for payment via gift cards, wire transfers, or cryptocurrency are almost always scams.

📞 Independently confirm requests
If you receive a message claiming to be from your bank, the CRA, or even our office—contact the organization directly using their official number.

You'll find a list of fraud tactics and how you can protect yourself here:

These lists are intended as navigational aides, and not as comprehensive or official lists of all frauds affecting Canadians.

04/07/2026

We’re proud to share that our firm has once again been named one of Canada’s Top 100 Small & Medium Employers—marking our fourth consecutive year receiving this recognition.

Awards like this are meaningful to us because they reflect something we work at intentionally. Each year, our Partners challenge us to keep raising the bar—enhancing our benefits, strengthening our workplace, and continuing to build an environment where our people feel supported, valued, and able to grow.

But the real story isn’t in the programs. It’s in our team—the people who show up every day with professionalism, care, and a genuine commitment to one another and to our clients. That’s what makes this recognition possible.
To our staff: thank you. This achievement belongs to you.

And to those considering their next career move—if you’re looking for a firm that puts people first, we’d love to connect.

Belliveau Veinotte Inc. has been chosen as one of: Atlantic Canada's Top Employers, Nova Scotia's Top Employers, Canada's Top Small & Medium Employers, The Career Directory.

04/06/2026

We’re in the home stretch.

It’s April 6, and across our offices, the pace is high, the coffee is strong, and our team is fully focused on helping clients meet the upcoming tax deadlines.

This time of year is always intense—long hours, complex files, and countless client conversations are all handled with care, professionalism, and a genuine commitment to getting it right.

If you haven’t sent in your tax information yet, now is the time. Getting your documents to us as soon as possible gives our team the best chance to complete your return accurately and on time.

If you’re unsure what’s needed, or you’re running behind, don’t hesitate to reach out—we’re here to help.

And to our team—thank you. Your dedication during these final weeks does not go unnoticed.

Let’s finish strong!

03/30/2026

We're proud to support Shelburne Events Committee!

The Shelburne Events Committee launched a new sponsorship program at the beginning of March, and we’re excited to announce our very first sponsor!

A big thank you to AC Belliveau Veinotte Inc for stepping up as our first community sponsor. They have been incredible supporters of our events from the very beginning, and we truly appreciate the important role they play in our community.

Our events have grown tremendously over the years—and as they continue to expand, so do the costs of creating fun, safe, and memorable experiences for both residents and visitors.

We’re grateful to Belliveau Veinotte for helping us continue this momentum!

Interested in becoming a sponsor? We have options for everyone.
To learn more, please contact:
📧 [email protected]
📞 902-875-3544 ext. 245

03/09/2026

📬 The envelopes are arriving… which means it’s officially tax season!

If your kitchen counter is starting to collect T4s, RRSP slips, and mysterious envelopes from the CRA, it might be time to send them our way.

Our team is now fully in personal tax mode, helping clients across the South Shore get their returns filed accurately and on time.

If you’re ready to get started, we’re ready too.

📄 Gather your slips
📧 Send them in
✔️ We’ll take care of the rest

03/03/2026

Is this the most Canadian thing we could do? 🇨🇦❄️

This tax season, we’ve opened a temporary personal tax office inside the Chester ice rink at the Eleanor Pew Memorial Arena.

On Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from March through April, our team will be on-site to help Chester-area clients with their personal income tax returns—no skates required. And when we're not there, clients can drop their documents off in the secure drop box to the right of the door, inside the rink.

Same professional service, same friendly faces… just a very Canadian setting. 🏒
📍 Eleanor Pew Memorial Arena, 6 Pig Loop Rd, Chester
📆 Open Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm, (March–April)

We look forward to seeing you—whether you’re coming from the stands or straight from the parking lot!

02/23/2026

Our offices will be closed this afternoon due to the weather. We're still working though, so as long as we have power, you can always email! Stay safe and warm, everyone.

02/17/2026

📢 Chester Clients – We’re Back for Tax Season!

To make tax season more convenient for our Chester-area clients, Belliveau Veinotte Inc. will be operating a temporary personal tax office in Chester during March and April.

📍 Location:
Eleanor Pew Memorial Arena
6 Pig Loop Road
Chester, NS

This location is available for our personal tax clients to drop off tax documents, sign authorization forms, and connect with our team locally, without needing to travel to one of our permanent offices.

As always, clients also have the option to submit their tax information electronically through our secure portal if preferred.

We look forward to assisting you this tax season!

02/16/2026

📅 RRSP Contribution Deadline – March 2, 2026

A friendly reminder that the deadline to make an RRSP contribution that can be deducted on your 2025 personal tax return is Monday, March 2, 2026.

Contributing to your RRSP can be a powerful way to:
✔ Reduce your taxable income
✔ Defer tax and grow your investments tax-sheltered
✔ Strengthen your long-term retirement plan

If you’re considering making a contribution, now is the time to act.

Not sure how much room you have or whether an RRSP makes sense for you? We’d be happy to help you review your options and ensure your contribution aligns with your overall tax plan.

📞 Please reach out to our office if you’d like assistance before the deadline.

02/10/2026

Mutual Fund Dealers: Upcoming GST/HST Change to Trailing Commissions

The mutual fund industry continues to evolve in response to regulatory and operational changes. One important update relates to the tax treatment of trailing commissions.

Effective July 1, 2026, most services supplied by mutual fund dealers in exchange for trailing commissions will become subject to GST/HST. As a result, certain mutual fund dealers may be required to register, charge, collect, and remit GST/HST, and ensure their systems and processes are aligned with these new obligations.

Dealers should take time now to review how this change may impact their operations, compliance requirements, and agreements with fund managers.

If you have questions about how these changes may affect your business, professional advice can help ensure you are prepared well in advance of the implementation date.

01/26/2026

Our Shelburne and Barrington offices will remain closed today. We’re still working , though, so please reach out by email if you need to.

We hope everyone stays warm and stays safe!