GBA LLP Chartered Professional Accountants

10/15/2026

Does incorporating your business automatically mean paying less tax? Not necessarily.

While incorporation can create valuable tax planning opportunities, the real benefit depends on how much your business earns, how much you need personally, and your long-term financial goals.

In Part 2 of our professional incorporation series, we break down the Small Business Deduction, how corporate and personal tax rates compare, how tax deferral supports long-term wealth building, and how choosing between salary and dividends affects your RRSP room and CPP contributions.

Read the full article here: https://www.gba-llp.ca/tax-benefits-of-incorporating-in-canada/

10/09/2026

We are saddened to announce the passing of our favourite office companion, Bentley.🐾

With a keen nose for sniffing out smiles and a paw-sitive attitude, Bentley brought a little extra joy to every workday. From stress-relief cuddles to wagging-tail consultations, he had a special way of making everyone’s day brighter.

Bentley was more than our office dog. He was a beloved part of our team. We are grateful for every cuddle, every wag, and every smile he shared with us. His sweet presence and puppy-dog charm will be deeply missed by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him.

10/08/2026

Should you incorporate your professional practice?

For regulated professionals, incorporating can create tax and financial planning opportunities that may not be available through a sole proprietorship or partnership. However, a Professional Corporation is not for everyone.

In the first article of our Professional Corporation series, we explore:

▪️ What a Professional Corporation is and who can establish one
▪️ How it compares to a sole proprietorship or partnership
▪️ When incorporation may make sense for your practice
▪️ The tax planning opportunities and responsibilities that come with incorporation
▪️ Key factors to consider before making the decision

The right structure depends on your income, cash flow needs, financial goals, and future plans. Understanding your options is an important first step in determining whether incorporation makes sense for your practice. Read the full article here: https://www.gba-llp.ca/what-is-a-professional-corporation/

10/06/2026

Please join us in welcoming Daniel Nascimento to the GBA team as the newest Accountant!

With over two years of experience in audit and assurance, Daniel brings experience in external financial statement audits and reviews across a range of industries. He is currently pursuing his CPA designation and brings strong organizational skills and attention to detail to his work. We’re excited to have Daniel join our team and look forward to all he will contribute to GBA!

Welcome to the team, Daniel! 🎉

10/01/2026

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and we're kicking it off with highlights from our recent fireside chat, Protecting Your Business from Email Fraud and Cyber Threats.

Ross Saunders, Founder of gotaminute? IT Services, and Trevor Buttle discuss why thinking "we're too small to be a target" is one of the biggest mistakes business owners make. As Ross puts it, it's often not that you're targeted, it's that you're found.

Phishing and ransomware remain among the biggest threats to businesses of every size, and a single login entered on a fake screen can be all it takes.

Watch the full conversation for practical steps to protect your business's email and data from fraud and cyber threats, including DMARC, multi-factor authentication, monitoring, and passkeys: https://youtu.be/3bmaqJBrCrU?si=5MsX2ie36rAt2jSC

09/29/2026

What a gorgeous day it was for the Georgetown Hospital Foundation’s annual Walk/Run! 💙We were proud to be part of this wonderful community event and support an important cause that will directly impact patient care in our community.

There is still time (before end of day Sept. 30th) to help Georgetown Hospital Foundation raise enough in support of Emergency Care at Georgetown Hospital. If you’d like to help them reach that goal, scan the QR code to donate through our team page and help get them across the finish line!

A big thank you to the organizers, volunteers, and participants who made this event such a success!

09/22/2026

We’re proud to be returning as a water sponsor for the Georgetown Hospital Foundation Walk or Run! 💧

Supporting our local hospital means supporting our community, and we’re excited to help participants and volunteers stay refreshed throughout the day.

To help make a difference, donate here: https://georgetownhospitalfoundation.crowdchange.ca/146788/team/80712

Thank you to GBA LLP Chartered Professional Accountants for keeping everyone hydrated on event day! We're so grateful to have them returning as our Water Sponsor for this year's Walk or Run for Georgetown Hospital. 💦

Their support helps keep our participants going strong from start to finish, all while making a real difference for Georgetown Hospital and our community 💙

09/21/2026

Protecting your business only gets harder the longer you wait, but knowing where to start is what matters most.

This week, Trevor Buttle will be hosting a Fireside Chat with Ross Saunders from gotaminute? IT Services to talk through how businesses can protect their email and data from fraud and cyber threats without adding unnecessary complexity.

If you've been thinking about your business's security but haven't taken the next step yet, this is a great place to start. Save your spot today: https://info.gba-llp.ca/-fireside-chat-ross-saunders

📅 September 25th, 2026
⏰ 12:00
📍 Virtual Zoom Event

09/17/2026

Heads up! GBA is out of the office for some Team Learning from September 17th to 18th. We’re hitting pause to strengthen our team, sharpen our skills, and bring even more value to you.

We’ll be back on September 21st at 8:30 am.

09/16/2026

Please join us in welcoming Kayla Woudstra to the GBA team as our newest Administrator!

With over nine years of experience supporting clients, staff, and daily operations in fast-paced environments, Kayla brings a wealth of administrative experience to GBA.

Kayla’s strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and genuine care for the people she works with make her a wonderful addition to our team. We’re excited to have her join us and look forward to all she will contribute to GBA!

Welcome to the team, Kayla! We’re so happy to have you here. 🎉