Flagship Accounting Inc.

09/02/2026

📢 Important BC PST Update – Effective October 1, 2026

The Province of British Columbia is expanding PST to certain services that were previously not subject to PST.

If your business provides services that may be affected by these changes, we encourage you to review the information directly on the Province of BC’s website to determine whether you are required to register for PST, collect PST from your customers, and report/remit PST beginning October 1, 2026.

👉 Visit the Province of BC website and review the updated Provincial Sales Tax (PST) requirements for full details.

Please don’t wait until October to determine whether these changes apply to your business.

05/27/2026

📢 BC Minimum Wage Increase Effective June 1, 2026

The Government of British Columbia has announced that the general minimum wage will increase from **$17.85 to $18.25 per hour** effective June 1, 2026.

💼 Employers should ensure:
✔️ Payroll systems are updated
✔️ Employee wage rates are adjusted accordingly
✔️ Vacation pay, overtime, and statutory holiday calculations reflect the new rate

This annual increase is tied to inflation to help keep wages in pace with the cost of living.

Need help updating your payroll or ensuring compliance? Our team is here to help.

🔗 Read the full BC Government announcement here:

Province’s lowest-paid workers will get raise to keep pace with inflation

05/15/2026

Victoria Day Long Weekend Closure 🌷

Please note that Flagship will be closed on Friday, May 15th and Monday, May 18th for the Victoria Day long weekend.

We’ll be back in the office and ready to assist you on Tuesday, May 19th.

Wishing everyone a safe, relaxing, and enjoyable long weekend! ☀️

04/17/2026

🚨 SCAM ALERT – Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) Text Messages 🚨

We’ve been made aware of fraudulent text messages claiming to be from the Canada Revenue Agency.

❗ Example message:
“You have a new important message from CRA. See link…”

👉 These messages are NOT legitimate.

The CRA will never:
- Send text messages with links asking for personal or financial information
- Ask you to click a link to access your account
- Request payment or sensitive details via SMS

🔒 What to do if you receive this message:
- Do NOT click the link
- Do NOT reply
- Delete the message immediately

If you’re ever unsure, always log in directly through the official CRA website or contact your accountant.

If you have questions or think you may have clicked a suspicious link, reach out to our team—we’re here to help!

03/21/2026

🌷🐣 Easter Weekend Closure 🐰🌼

Please note that Flagship will be closed for the Easter weekend to allow our team time to rest and spend time with loved ones.

We’ll be back in the office and ready to assist you on Monday, April 6th.

Wishing you a joyful Easter filled with peace, happiness, and a little bit of chocolate! 🍫💛

02/11/2026

Such heartbreaking news coming out of our province today.

Our hearts are with the community of Tumbler Ridge as you face unimaginable grief. We are deeply saddened by this tragic event, and our thoughts and prayers go out to the families, friends, students, staff, first responders and the surrounding community. So many of our clients, friends, and families call Tumbler Ridge home — we mourn with you, stand with you, and send our love and deepest condolences.

In moments like this, we are reminded of the importance of community and holding one another close. Hug your loved ones a little tighter today.



— The Flagship Team♥️

12/12/2025

🎄✨Holiday Closure 🎄✨

As our staff take time to celebrate Christmas and the New Year, our office will be closed for the days of December 24–26 and December 31–January 2.

During the holiday period, we will be operating with limited staff. While responses may take a little longer than usual, our team will do their very best to navigate and support any urgent matters that may come up.

We will resume to regular business hours on January 5th.

If you require assistance during the holiday period, please contact:

📞 Crystal Livingstone, CEO – 250-981-2334
📞 Nica Johnson, COO – 250-617-8449
📧 [email protected]

✨We wish everyone a safe, restful, and joyful holiday season! ✨

11/06/2025

🇨🇦 Remembrance Day Closure 🇨🇦
In honour of Remembrance Day, our office will be closed Monday, November 10 and Tuesday, November 11.
We will reopen on Wednesday, November 12 at 9:00 AM.

Lest we forget. ❤️

10/15/2025

🌟 BDC Small Business Week 2025: Get Your Business Ready for the Next Economic Revolution 🌟

Canada’s economy is changing fast — new technologies, shifting trade, and business transitions are creating both challenges and opportunities for entrepreneurs.

Join BDC’s Chief Economist, Pierre Cléroux, and a panel of experts for a free online session on how to prepare your business for what’s ahead. You’ll gain valuable economic insights, practical strategies, and real examples from other Canadian business owners who are adapting and thriving.

📅 Date: October 21, 2025
🕛 Time: 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. (ET)
💻 Location: Online (Free to attend!)

👉 Can’t join live? Register to receive the recording and resources afterward.

🔗 Register here: https://www.bdc.ca/en/small-business-week/bdc-hosted-events/get-business-ready-economic-revolution?utm_campaign=CP-PU-WB-LC-INV_Economic-Revolution-B-2025-09_EN&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Eloqua&utm_term=2913

10/10/2025

🦃 Thanksgiving Office Closure 🍁

Please note that Flagship will be closed on Friday, October 10th and Monday, October 13th for the Thanksgiving long weekend.

We’ll reopen on Tuesday, October 14th, refreshed and ready to help you!

Wishing everyone a wonderful Thanksgiving filled with good food, gratitude, and time with loved ones. 🧡