Leanne M. Cutts, Chartered Professional Accountant

09/21/2026

05/28/2026

On June 1, 2026, BC's minimum wage will go up to $18.25 an hour. There are around 141,000 people earning minimum wage in BC and increases help workers keep up with the cost of everyday essentials.

Since 2024, minimum wage increases have been automatically linked with inflation, based on the previous year’s rate. This approach provides regular, predictable increases, helping workers plan their finances while giving businesses time to prepare.

Learn more: gov.bc.ca/MinimumWage

04/07/2026

GOLD x2! 🥇🥇
Wow, wow, wow — thank you, thank you, thank you❣️

I am incredibly grateful to have received GOLD in both Best Accounting Firm and Best Bookkeeping/Tax Service. Your votes, your trust, and your support mean more than I can express. It has been an honor to serve this amazing community for the past 16 years, and I look forward to many more.

I’ve said it countless times: I truly have the best clients. 🥰 Over those 16 years, life has had its heavy seasons. In the moments when I wasn’t at my best, you showed up with grace, compassion, encouragement, and unwavering support. My career has carried me through the lows, but it was my clients who stood beside me through every one of them.

At the end of the day, I genuinely love helping people — and my work is one of the best ways I am able to do that. It has always been about relationships, and I am grateful for every single one.

Thank you, from the bottom of my heart. ❤️

04/07/2026

Gold x2! 🥇🥇
Wow, wow, wow — thank you, thank you, thank you❣️

I am incredibly grateful to have received GOLD in both Best Accounting Firm and Best Bookkeeping/Tax Service. Your votes, your trust, and your support mean more than I can express. It has been an honor to serve this amazing community for the past 16 years, and I look forward to many more.

I’ve said it countless times: I truly have the best clients. 🥰 Over those 16 years, life has had its heavy seasons. In the moments when I wasn’t at my best, you showed up with grace, compassion, encouragement, and unwavering support. My career has carried me through the lows, but it was my clients who stood beside me through every one of them.

At the end of the day, I genuinely love helping people — and my work is one way I can do that. It has always been about relationships, and I am grateful for every single one.
Thank you, from the bottom of my heart. ❤️

https://cranbrooktownsman.com/contests/best-of-the-best/ #/gallery?group=535800

03/13/2026

This is long overdue.

A petition to increase the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) Death Benefit (which has been frozen at $2,500 since 1998) to $6,400 and restore annual indexation has been filed with the House of Commons.

The petition is open for signatures until March 17, 2026, at 9:59 a.m. (EDT). To see the petition, go to: https://www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en/Petition/Details?Petition=e-6959

02/27/2026

I am truly honoured to have made it into the Top 5 for the voting round❣️

Thank you to everyone who has supported me with your nomination votes in both the Best Accounting Firm and Best Accounting/Tax Service categories. Your continued trust and encouragement means so much to me. ❤️

Voting is quick and easy, and you are able to vote daily. I am incredibly grateful for your ongoing support. 🥰

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02/26/2026

2026 BC Budget: Mixed Impacts for Businesses

The 2026 BC Budget introduces significant changes - and challenges - for businesses.

PST Expansion (Oct 1, 2026)
• PST will apply to accounting, architecture, engineering, property management, security, and commercial real estate services.
• Additional PST impacts include clothing repair materials, fabrics, basic cable, and residential phone services. Many service-based businesses will need to update billing systems and pricing.

Investment Incentives
• 15% Manufacturing & Processing Investment Tax Credit
• Enhanced SR&ED tax credits for tech and innovation firms
• Temporary forestry relief through voluntary stumpage deferral

The Chamber urges businesses to stay informed and prepare for the changes ahead.
We want to hear from you — how will Budget 2026 affect your business?
https://www.cranbrookchamber.com/cranbrook-chamber-responds-to-bc-budget-2026/

01/27/2026

I am so very grateful and truly humbled to be nominated for Best Accounting Firm and Best Bookkeeping/Tax Service. 🫶

Thank you to those that took the time to nominate and support me — your trust means more than I can express. I’m proud to serve such an incredible community, and this recognition is deeply appreciated.

As voting approaches, please know I appreciate any votes more than you all know, thank you so much❣️

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